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May 03 2025FINANCE

The Hidden Cost of Car Parts

Car owners in the United States are in for a surprise. Prices for new and used cars, as well as repair and insurance costs, are set to increase. Why? Because of new tariffs on imported car parts. These tariffs, which took effect recently, are part of a broader plan to boost domestic manufacturin

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May 03 2025HEALTH

Tuberculosis: The Mystery of Hidden Infections

Tuberculosis, or TB, is a sneaky disease. It can hide in the body, making it tough to spot. Doctors often use sputum cultures to find TB bacteria. But sometimes, these tests come up empty, even when TB is present. This is where things get tricky. New, super-sensitive tests like GeneXpert MTB/RIF Ult

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May 02 2025FINANCE

Economic Shifts: Jobs, Tariffs, and Uncertainty

The economic landscape in April 2025 was a mix of stability and uncertainty. Despite a significant announcement about tariffs, the job market showed resilience. The U. S. added 177, 000 jobs, which was a slowdown from the previous month's 228, 000 but still strong. The unemployment rate stayed stead

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May 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Gaming Gets Costlier: Xbox Prices Jump Amid Trade Turmoil

The gaming world is seeing a shift in prices. Microsoft has increased the suggested prices for its Xbox consoles and accessories worldwide. The Xbox Series S now starts at $379. 99 in the U. S. , a significant jump from its original $299. 99. The Xbox Series X will now be priced at $599. 99, up from

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May 02 2025FINANCE

China and the U. S. : A New Chapter in Trade Talks?

The U. S. and China are the two biggest players in the global economy. They have been in a trade war for a while. Now, China is considering if it wants to start talking to the U. S. again. This could be a big deal for the world's economy. The U. S. has been trying to start talks with China. They wan

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May 02 2025BUSINESS

Xbox Prices Climb: What's Behind the Sudden Jump?

In today's tech world, price changes happen all the time. But when a big name like Microsoft raises prices on popular items, it's worth taking a closer look. Recently, Microsoft announced that Xbox consoles, games, and accessories will cost more in the United States and Canada. The company pointed t

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May 02 2025SCIENCE

Science in China Feels the Heat of Trade Tensions

The world of science in China is feeling the pinch. The trade war has made it tough for researchers. They are now dealing with higher costs and restrictions on essential tools and materials. This is not just about money. It is about the ability to conduct experiments and make discoveries. The i

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May 01 2025BUSINESS

Tariff Troubles: How GM is Coping with Trump's Trade Policies

General Motors is bracing for a significant financial hit due to the Trump administration's tariffs on imported cars and auto parts. The company anticipates these tariffs will cost them between 4 and 5 billion dollars this year. This news comes as a blow to GM's profit expectations. The company has

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May 01 2025FINANCE

The Tariff Tightrope: GM's Financial Dance

The CEO of General Motors, Mary Barra, started her quarterly letter to investors with a nod to President Trump. She thanked him for his backing of the U. S. auto industry. However, she later revealed a significant issue: the company expects to face a financial hit of $4 billion to $5 billion due to

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Apr 30 2025POLITICS

Economic Uncertainty: Trump's Tariffs Lead to a Surprising Slowdown

The U. S. economy took a surprising turn at the start of the year. It actually shrank. This wasn't a major crash, just a small dip. The U. S. gross domestic product, which is a measure of the economy's health, declined by 0. 3% in the first three months of the year. This was a big change from the st

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