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Donald Trump Tariff: US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The move has drawn sharp criticism from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, both of whom have vowed countermeasures. Experts warn of economic disruptions affecting industries such as automobiles, agriculture, and retail. China has also condemned the tariffs and plans to file a complaint with the World Trade Organisation (WTO). The escalating trade tensions could have widespread economic repercussions.
Donald Trump has imposed tariffs of 25% on Canada and Mexico, and 10% on China, leading to fears of a trade war. Canada, Mexico, and China have already announced retaliatory measures. The broad application of these tariffs raises concerns for industries dependent on international trade, with potential for increased costs and global economic disruption.
President Donald Trump announced an additional 10 percent tariff on Chinese exports to the US, citing unfair trade practices and the fentanyl crisis. China vowed to take countermeasures against this move and warned about potential impacts on bilateral cooperation regarding drug control.
China plans to challenge U.S. tariffs at the World Trade Organization, claiming they violate WTO rules, while urging dialogue. The U.S. has imposed significant tariffs on various imports, raising trade war concerns.
The U.S. Army identified Captain Rebecca Lobach as the third soldier killed in the Black Hawk helicopter collision with an American Airlines jet near Washington Airport. The crash left 67 dead, including 60 passengers. Investigators revealed discrepancies in altitude readings, and the use of night-vision goggles by the helicopter crew remains uncertain.
Philadelphia plane crash: An air ambulance carrying a young girl, her mother and four crew members crashed into a busy residential area of northeast Philadelphia Friday, erupting in a fireball. It happened just two days after a deadly mid-air collision between a Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines passenger plane above Washington D.C. killed 67 people. There were no survivors.
Facebook parent company Meta's chief information security officer Guy Rosen said that the company would take serious action against those employees who will leak confidential information. Recently, the company terminated relationships with employees who inappropriately leaked confidential information and sensitive documents. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg told staffers in a Thursday all-hands to be ready for an "intense year."
Karoline Leavitt is the youngest ever White House press secretary at 27 years old. From her college days, she has always been a vocal proponent of President Donald Trump and his policies. Karoline Leavitt has been a source of intrigue online since beginning her role, which comes with a hefty, six-figure salary.
Usha Vance, second Lady of the US and wife of JD Vance, is again making waves online. Netizens are praising and appreciating Usha Vance. The 39-year-old Vance is the daughter of two Telugu Indian immigrants. Both JD and Usha studied law at Yale University and fell in love in the classroom and got married in 2013.
Black history month: There were rumours on social media that US President Donald Trump has cancelled the Black History Month. The speculation comes at a time when Trump has been attacking DEI policies in the first weeks of his administration. But the truth is that Trump has not banned Black History Month.
NASA analysis reveals slow-moving landslides on Los Angeles County's Palos Verdes Peninsula accelerated to 4 inches per week in fall 2024, driven by record rainfall. The expanded landslide zone is now a significant risk to life and infrastructure. Data from NASA's UAVSAR was used to map the activity and assist state officials in response efforts.
Trump's tariff threats: President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 25% across-the-board tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico on 1 February. The tariffs and trade war will probably cause many businesses to reduce their planned investments, and that, economists say, will hurt economies worldwide. Trump insists that his aggressive trade policies will be a win-win for Americans but experts have said this will hurt the US economy, workers and farmers.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are reportedly getting closer to irk Jennifer Lopez and John Miller. Ben Affleck and Garner have been spotted together on multiple occasions, including sharing breakfast and taking a drive in the Brentwood neighbourhood of Los Angeles after celebrating Thanksgiving. This has made John Miller insecure and makes him feel like a third wheel.
A 'city-destroying' asteroid could hit Planet Earth within the next 10 years. The asteroid is called 2024 YR4 and it was found by NASA's Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System - it has about a one-in-83 chance of hitting our planet in 2032. It's estimated to be 196 feet (60 metres) wide and is currently 27 million miles away although if it does hit Earth, it could wipe out a city.
The Pentagon is reportedly planning to begin flying the “worst of the worst” criminal migrants to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, this weekend as part of President Trump’s effort to crackdown on illegal immigration. Trump has repeatedly spoken about the dangers Americans face from the estimated 11 million immigrants living in the US illegally.
'What the hell just happened?': Philadelphia plane crash's horrific video captures man on fire running for his life
Philadelphia plane crash: A horrific video of Philadelphia plane crash has gone viral on social media which shows a man on fire running for his life. An eyewitness revealed the chaos and horror and revealed it it looked like a missile was coming down and there was a large explosion. A small medical transport plane crashed into several buildings in north-east Philadelphia, setting homes and vehicles ablaze and injuring people on the ground.
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