Japan finds itself in a tricky spot after agreeing to a massive trade deal with the U. S. The deal, struck under former Prime Minister Ishiba's administration, involves Japan investing a whopping $550 billion in American projects. This amount is more than a tenth of Japan's entire economy. In return
Trade talks between the US and China have taken a positive turn, with both sides agreeing on a basic structure for a deal. This news has given a boost to US stock futures, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all showing gains. The market has been on edge due to the recent trade tensions, so this devel
In a significant development, Egypt and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have been given the green light to search for the bodies of hostages taken during the October 7 attacks in Gaza. This permission extends beyond the "yellow line, " an area under the control of the Israel Defe
President Donald Trump is in Japan, and this isn't just another diplomatic meet-and-greet. The new Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is hoping to hit it off with Trump to smooth out some rough patches in their trade relationship. Takaichi is trying to make a good impression. She's the first
Gavin Newsom, the governor of California, has hinted at a possible presidential run in 2028. He mentioned this during an interview with CBS News Sunday Morning, stating that he would be dishonest if he said he wasn't considering it. Newsom's current term as governor ends in January 2027, and due to
In a recent twist, Canada's federal government seemed to step back from Ontario's bold moves on trade. This came after U. S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff hike on Canadian products. Ontario had been quite vocal, even running a TV ad that caught Trump's attention. First, Canadian cab
In a single day, the US Navy faced two unexpected setbacks in the South China Sea. A helicopter and a fighter jet both went down during routine operations. Luckily, all crew members were rescued safely. The Navy is now looking into what went wrong. The incidents happened just hours apart. First, a
Tom Hanks shared a heartfelt birthday post for his wife, Rita Wilson, on social media. The photo showed Rita in a black swimsuit, looking relaxed and happy. Tom's caption was short but meaningful, saying, "This beautiful woman celebrates her birthday TODAY. She is beloved by her husband. Happy Birth
California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, has been vocal about his opposition to President Trump's policies. He believes that Trump is a threat to the country and the world. Newsom has been fighting against Trump's deployment of federal agents in California, filing 43 lawsuits against the Trump administr
Nick Mangold, a beloved figure in the world of football, passed away at the age of 41 due to complications from kidney disease. Just days before his death, he had shared his need for a kidney transplant. Mangold was a standout center for the New York Jets, known for his toughness and leadership on t
