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Trump’s Tariffs: Because Who Needs a Bribe When You Can Just Slap on a 300% Fee and Call it Tuesday?
And let's get this straight, shall we? Trump's tariffs are not just a matter of economic policy, but a masterclass in corruption, with the President himself admitting to using them as a tool for personal gain - because, why not, right? (I mean, who needs ethics in politics, anyway?). But what's truly breathtaking is the sheer audacity of it all, like he's trying to outdo himself in a game of "who can be the most…
Beijing Unveils Comprehensive Blueprint for US-China Economic Relations
China has released a white paper detailing its perspective on economic relations with the United States, highlighting key issues and concerns. The document outlines China's stance on trade and investment between the two countries. The white paper aims to provide clarity on China's position on bilateral economic ties, amidst ongoing trade tensions between the two nations, in an effort to promote mutual understanding and cooperation. Read the full story here
Tragedy in the Caribbean: Nightclub Disaster Claims 184 Lives in Dominican Republic Roof Catastrophe
The death toll from a nightclub roof collapse in the Dominican Republic has risen to at least 184 people, with many more injured. Rescue workers are using heavy machinery and drones to search for survivors, with the cause of the tragedy still unknown, and an investigation yet to begin. Read the full story here
Beijing Strikes Back: Fury Over Hegseth’s Claim of Chinese Threat to Vital Panama Canal
The US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, stated that the Panama Canal faces ongoing threats from China, but the US and Panama will work together to keep it secure. Hegseth's comments were met with a response from the Chinese government, which denied any threats and stated that the US is trying to interfere in Panama's sovereign decisions regarding the canal's operation and management. Read the full story here
Tehran Signals Readiness to Revive Nuclear Accord if US Ceases Hostile Military Posture
Iran and the US are set to hold talks in Oman, with Iran's hard-line negotiator, Araghchi, leading the country's delegation. The US will be led by Trump's Middle East special envoy, Steve Witkoff. The US is pushing for direct talks and demands that Iran fully dismantle its nuclear programme, with technical experts to follow up in additional talks. Iran has stated that it will never agree to dismantle its nuclear programme, citing the 2015 deal…
Trump’s Team Has No Idea What to Say, But Let’s Be Real, Neither Does Trump
I'm just going to dive right in here and say that the economy is, like, totally a mess, right? I mean, apparently, some CEO told Maria Bartiromo that we're already in a recession - because, you know, one CEO's opinion is all we need to confirm a recession (sarcasm alert!). And I'm over here thinking, how do you even deal with that when you're trying to implement all these new policies, like deregulation, which, might…
Kremlin’s Hidden Allies: Zelenskyy Seeks Truth on Chinese Fighters in Ukrainian Conflict
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking clarification from Beijing after Ukrainian forces captured two Chinese nationals fighting with Russian forces in the eastern Donetsk region. The US state department has called the development "disturbing", with a spokesperson stating that China is a major enabler of Russia in the war in Ukraine, and that Russian forces have staged massive drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, injuring at least 17 people. Read the full story here
India and Russia Strengthen Bonds: Putin’s Upcoming Visit Set to Elevate Bilateral Relations
Russia's foreign minister Sergey Lavrov stated that India-Russia relations have a solid foundation, with bilateral trade exceeding $60 billion. He also announced that Russian President Putin is expected to visit India this year. Lavrov expressed gratitude for India's balanced position on the Ukrainian crisis, and Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar emphasized the importance of enhancing the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations in a complex geopolitical landscape. Read the full story here
Trump’s Tariff Tsunami: Fears of Global Economic Downturn Intensify
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on dozens of American allies and adversaries, aiming to restore fairness and boost American manufacturing. The tariffs range from 11% to 50% and will be paid by importers, which may lead to higher costs for consumers. The move has sparked concerns of a global trade war and potential recession, with some economists predicting a 60% chance of a recession by the end of the year. The tariffs are…
Retaliatory Strike: EU Slaps Tariffs on Iconic American Goods in Trade War Escalation
The trade war between the US and other countries has resulted in retaliatory measures that will hit nearly $90 billion of American exports. The EU, Canada, and China have imposed tariffs on various US products, including agricultural goods and steel and aluminum products, in response to the US president's trade policies. Read the full story here