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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

UK Trade Deal Stands Strong Despite New US Tariffs

The United Kingdom is confident that its trade agreement with the United States will remain intact even after President Donald Trump announced a new 10% import tariff. British trade minister Peter Kyle expressed this confidence during a recent parliamentary hearing. He said that after talking

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Feb 24 2026FINANCE

Tech Stocks Drive Seoul Index to New Heights

South Korean shares climbed more than two percent on Tuesday, pushing the KOSPI past 5, 900 for the first time. The rise was led by technology firms, while the won weakened against the dollar. The benchmark index added 123 points to close at an all‑time high of 5, 969. The market has been on a st

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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

FedEx Seeks Refund After Court Says Trump Tariffs Were Illegal

FedEx has filed a lawsuit asking the U. S. government to return money it paid for tariffs that were imposed last year by President Trump. The company says the Supreme Court ruled those tariffs unlawful, so it wants a full refund. This move is the first by a large U. S. company to request money back

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Feb 23 2026FINANCE

Crypto Market Bounces After Court Ruling, but Prices Still Dip

The Supreme Court’s recent ruling against President Trump’s tariffs has sparked a mix of optimism and caution among investors. Analysts say the decision limits executive power, which could lift pressure off tech, software and cryptocurrency sectors that were largely untouched by the tariff changes.

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Feb 16 2026FINANCE

The Trump Economy: A Look at the Numbers and the Narrative

The economy under President Trump has been a hot topic. Numbers show growth, jobs, and wages are up. Inflation is down. This is what they call a "Goldilocks economy. " It's not too hot, not too cold. It's just right. The stock market is soaring. Wages are rising. Manufacturing is making a comeback.

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Mexico Stands by Cuba Amid U. S. Pressure

Two ships from Mexico arrived in Havana Harbor on a Thursday morning. They were loaded with supplies to help people in Cuba. This happened after the U. S. said it would punish countries that send oil to Cuba. One of the ships, the Papaloapan, had big packages on its deck. It sailed past the old El

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Debt climbs to new highs as budget outlook worsens

The first year of the current administration has seen bold moves to overhaul the economy. Tax cuts hit record lows, tariffs surged, and federal spending was trimmed sharply. Yet these shifts largely cancel each other out when it comes to the national budget. A recent forecast from a non‑parti

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Tariffs Hit Households Hard, Costs Rising

A new study shows that American families will see a sharp rise in their grocery bills due to the tariffs imposed by President Trump on imports from more than 180 countries. The report, released by a nonpartisan research group, estimates that the average U. S. household will pay an extra $1, 000 in 2

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Feb 06 2026BUSINESS

Tariffs Take a Toll on Valentine’s Day Sales

Valentine’s Day usually brings a spike in sales for small shops that sell flowers, chocolates and cards. Yet many owners are feeling the pinch as February 14 approaches because of new import duties that were announced earlier this year. Three small‑business owners shared how the changing tariffs

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

AI's Big Moment: Hype or Reality?

The stock market and the economy are buzzing with excitement about AI. A few big companies are leading the charge, and their CEOs are like rock stars. But is all this excitement real, or just hype? There are worries about money, debt, and competition from China. But the real problem might be someth

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