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Trade War China, US Escalates With Beijing Imposing 125 Percent Tariffs; Markets React

Posted on Friday, April 11, 2025

The standoff between the world’s largest economies turned into a full-fledged trade war Friday, with China raising tariffs on imported goods from the U.S. to 125 percent and claiming further American levies would be seen around the globe…

China Stands Firm After Putting 125% Tariffs on U.S. Imports

Posted on Friday, April 11, 2025

Trade between the world's two largest economies could soon come to a standstill as the U.S. and China dig in on trade war.

Panama, US To ‘Protect Panama Canal Against China’s Threats’

Posted on Thursday, April 10, 2025

The United States and Panama have agreed to secure the strategic Panama Canal after Washington expressed concern about China’s perceived threats in the world’s busiest waterway.

Asia Shares Climb After Record Wall Street Rally

Posted on Thursday, April 10, 2025

Asian shares climbed, and a manic bond selloff stabilized on Thursday after U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he would temporarily lower the hefty duties he had just imposed on dozens of countries.

Europe Urges US To Avoid Shock Withdrawal Of Troops

Posted on Wednesday, April 9, 2025

European allies are urging the United States to coordinate its plans to reduce thousands of troops from Europe amid concerns it could leave the continent vulnerable to attacks from Russia and other nations.

Trump Pauses Most Tariffs, Raises Tariffs on China to 125%

Posted on Wednesday, April 9, 2025

resident Donald Trump ordered a 90-day pause on his wave of reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, but he turned up the pressure on China boosting his 104% tariff on imports from China to 125%.

Iran Arms Iraqi Proxies with Missiles Despite Warnings From Trump

Posted on Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Iran has delivered long-range missiles to its militia proxies in Iraq, expanding its military influence despite warnings from President Donald Trump to hold Tehran accountable for its proxies' actions, the Times of London reported.

Stock Markets in Asia and Europe Continue to Sink

Posted on Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Major stock indexes sank in Asia Wednesday, and similar moves were due in Europe as U.S. President Donald J. Trump's eye-watering 104 percent tariffs on China took effect.

Scores Killed In Nightclub Roof Collapse In Dominican Republic

Posted on Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Rescuers frantically searched for survivors after a deadly roof collapse at an iconic nightclub in the Dominican Republic’s capital killed at least 67 people, including politicians, athletes, and others attending a merengue concert.

White House Says China Can’t Avoid 104% Retaliatory Tariffs

Posted on Tuesday, April 8, 2025

The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains willing to make deals with other nations, but only if doing so will help American workers and address U.S. trade deficits.

Investors See Hope Amid Carnage Despite China Threats

Posted on Monday, April 7, 2025

Stock futures rose in after-hours trading Monday with investors preparing to pick up cheap shares after the carnage linked to the tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald J. Trump.

EU Scales Back Retaliation To US Tariffs

Posted on Monday, April 7, 2025

The European Union said Monday it was scaling back its response to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs on imported goods and even offered a "zero-for-zero" tariff deal to avoid a trade war.

Nuns Killed In Haiti As Violence Escalates (Worthy News Focus)

Posted on Monday, April 7, 2025

Catholic Church leaders have condemned the perceived inaction by Haiti’s government after two nuns were among five people killed in an attack by a coalition of street gangs.

Ukraine President’s Hometown Plunged Into Mourning (Worthy News Radio)

Posted on Monday, April 7, 2025

A frail Pope Francis urged prayers for Ukraine on Sunday on the day that Russia claimed to have captured two villages in the east and south of the war-torn nation despite talks of a ceasefire by U.S. President…

Asian Stock Markets Plunge; Similar Turbulence Due In US, Europe

Posted on Monday, April 7, 2025

Asia’s stock markets tumbled, and the S&P 500 Futures, which indicate future values of U.S. traded stocks, dropped 3 percent Monday as there was no indication that U.S. President Donald J. Trump would be prepared to avoid a…

Russia Hits Ukraine President’s Town; Scores Killed and Inured (Worthy News In-Depth)

Posted on Saturday, April 5, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s hometown plunged into mourning Saturday after at least 19 people reportedly died and scores were injured in Russian missile and drone strikes over the weekend.

South Korea’s Top Court Fires Impeached President

Posted on Friday, April 4, 2025

Thousands of protesters cheered in Seoul Friday as they watched a broadcast announcing that South Korea’s top court voted unanimously to dismiss the country’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol.

Hungary To Withdraw From International Court; Netanyahu Visits Country

Posted on Thursday, April 3, 2025

As the Israeli prime minister visited the nation, Hungary announced Thursday that it would withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague.

NATO Mourns 4 US Troops Killed In Lithuania

Posted on Thursday, April 3, 2025

The secretary general of the NATO military alliance on Thursday mourned four American soldiers who were killed during a military exercise in Lithuania.

EU Central Bank Warns Of Global Chaos Ahead Of Trump Tariffs Announcement

Posted on Wednesday, April 2, 2025

European Central Bank head Christine Lagarde warned Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs will have a negative impact worldwide, with the damage depending on how far they go, how long they last, and whether they lead…

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• Hundreds Of Thousands Protest In Europe Against Israel’s Gaza War As Anniversary Looms
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