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Nov 05 2024BUSINESS

Prepare for Price Hikes: Tech Gadgets May Get More Expensive After Election

Are you a fan of the latest gadgets? Get ready to dig deeper into your pockets after the upcoming election. Tech companies are gearing up for potential price increases on popular devices like laptops, smartphones, and game consoles. Why? Blame it on tariffs—a fancy word for taxes on imports. These t

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Nov 03 2024POLITICS

China’s Take on the US Election: Hope vs. Reality

China is closely watching the US election, but many people there don’t expect much change in the tense relationship between the two countries. Whether it’s Trump or Harris who wins, it seems like US policy toward China will stay the same. The past four years have seen both tariffs and talk of better

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Nov 01 2024OPINION

Gen Z Men: Struggling in Love and Politics

Love and politics can be a tough mix, especially for Gen Z men. Four years ago, supporting Donald Trump might have seemed like a smart political move, but it's now making dating life harder. Gen Z women, especially those who are college-educated, are less interested in dating or even being friends w

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Inflation, Tariffs, and Small Businesses: A Look at the Impact

Small-business owners aren't thrilled about the idea of more tariffs. With former President Donald Trump hinting at higher tariffs if he returns to office, businesses like Virginia Beer Co. are worried about increased costs. Chris Smith, the co-founder, saw a 5. 5% surcharge on a supplier's bill aft

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Cuban Warns: Trump's Tariffs Could Make Christmas Gifts Too Expensive

Billionaire businessman Mark Cuban recently shared his thoughts on former President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on China. While appearing on The View, Cuban warned that if Trump wins the upcoming election, families might struggle to afford Christmas gifts due to increased prices. Most holiday pr

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

EU Stands up to Chinese Car Dumping

In a big move this week, the EU took a stand against China by imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. These tariffs, ranging from 17% to 35. 3%, were put in place after talks between the EU and China broke down. The tariffs are meant to tackle the heavy subsidies that the Ch

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

China Tells Car Makers to Pause EU Investments Over EV Tariffs

Chinese automakers are being advised to press the brakes on major investments in European countries that have backed new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). This decision comes as a response to the European Union's (EU) recent imposition of tariffs, which can reach up to 45. 3%, following a

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Oct 31 2024BUSINESS

BYD Beats Tesla in Quarterly Revenue but Trails in Profits

For the first time ever, Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has outshone its American rival, Tesla, in quarterly sales. According to a recent report, BYD's revenue for the three months ending Sept. 30 hit 201. 12 billion yuan ($28. 24 billion), a 24% increase from the previous year. This is a s

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Biden Sparks Outrage with Comments on Trump Rally Jokes

Last week, President Joe Biden created a storm of controversy when he responded to offensive jokes at a Donald Trump rally. The comedian, Tony Hinchcliffe, made racist remarks about Puerto Rico and other communities during the event. Biden addressed these comments during a video call for Latino vote

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

Meet Tony Hinchcliffe: The Comedian Stirring Controversy

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe has been making waves for his racially charged jokes. At a recent Trump rally in New York's Madison Square Garden, Hinchcliffe made headlines with offensive comments aimed at Puerto Rico and other communities. He compared Puerto Rico to a "floating island of garbage in the

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