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Apr 07 2025FINANCE

Trading Turmoil: How Tariffs Shake Up the Stock Market

The stock market had a wild ride recently. It was a rollercoaster of ups and downs. It all started with worries about tariffs. These are extra fees on goods coming into a country. The US president had announced these tariffs. People were concerned about how these tariffs might affect the global

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Apr 07 2025BUSINESS

The Price of Protectionism: Tariffs and the US Economy

The head of a major US bank has sounded the alarm on the potential dangers of recent tariffs. He believes that these new taxes on imports could lead to higher prices and increase the likelihood of a recession in the US. The banker acknowledged that there are valid reasons for these tariffs, but he a

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Apr 07 2025BUSINESS

Trade Turmoil: Countries React to U. S. Tariff Hikes

The world is grappling with the fallout from the U. S. President's aggressive tariff increases. Many countries are scrambling to figure out how to handle the situation. Some are even sending their trade experts to Washington to talk things out. The European Union's top official, Ursula von der Leyen

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Apr 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Minecraft Movie: A Blockbuster Surprise

The Minecraft movie has made a huge splash at the box office. It raked in $163 million in its first three days in North America. That's a massive leap over the previous record holder, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which took in $146 million in its opening weekend in the US and Canada in 2023. The Min

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Apr 07 2025SCIENCE

A Gathering of Young Minds in the Global South

In 2024, a unique event took place in the heart of South Africa. The Skukuza Conference Centre, nestled in the Kruger National Park, became the hub for a gathering of bright minds. This was the first Global South Workshop, a platform designed to uplift and support research communities from various p

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Tariffs: The New Normal?

The US is gearing up for a significant shift in global trade. Top officials have made it clear that the country is not backing down from its plans to impose hefty tariffs on imports. This move is part of a broader strategy to overhaul international trade practices, which the administration believes

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Apr 06 2025BUSINESS

Global Sweets Under Siege: The Candy Shop Feeling the Tariff Sting

The small, vibrant candy store, Economy Candy, is a treasure trove of sweets from around the globe. It's a place where you can find gummies from Germany, lollipops from Spain, and chocolates from Japan. The owner, Mitchell Cohen, knows firsthand how the recent tariffs are affecting his business. Ta

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Apr 06 2025BUSINESS

Tariffs Trouble: Jaguar Land Rover Pauses U. S. Shipments

Car lovers in the U. S. might have to wait a bit longer for their new Jaguar or Land Rover. The British car giant has decided to hit the pause button on shipments to the U. S. for the entire month of April. Why? The company is trying to figure out how to handle the new tariffs that U. S. President D

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Vietnam's Bold Move: Tariff Talks with the US

Vietnam is pushing back against the US's recent tariff hikes. This move is a test of how flexible the US is willing to be with its trade policies. The nation's economy has been thriving, thanks to a surge in manufacturing and exports. This boom is partly due to companies shifting their supply chains

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Trade Talks Heat Up as Countries Respond to New Tariffs

Trade tensions are in the spotlight as many nations react to recent tariff announcements. Trump's top economic advisor, Kevin Hassett, has revealed that over 50 countries have reached out to discuss these new tariffs. This move comes after Trump's decision to impose a 10% tariff on all imports and

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