President Trump has ended the de minimis duty-free exception for products made in China, which previously allowed bargain sites like Temu and Shein to ship goods to U.S. consumers without paying taxes and import duties. The change could have far-reaching effects, as de minimis shipments make up the majority of cargo entering the U.S. The U.S. de minimis limit was one of the highest in the world, set at $800, but is now no longer available for Chinese goods. This move has been supported by consumer watchdog groups due to concerns about the lack of documentation for these shipments.
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Google joins firms dropping diversity recruitment goals
Google has decided to abandon its diversity recruitment goals, joining other major US firms in scrapping such initiatives following pressure from the Trump administration. The technology giant is reviewing its DEI programmes and updating its annual investor report to reflect the change. Despite this trend, Apple has stood out by maintaining its diversity policies, while Target is facing a lawsuit over allegations of concealing risks associated with its DEI targets. Full Article
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