Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for most countries but plans to escalate the trade war with China by imposing 125% tariffs on Chinese goods, including iPhones. Bank of America estimates that moving iPhone assembly to the U.S. would increase prices by 25% based on labor costs alone, with a possible 90% increase if tariffs are applied to imported parts. Analysts predict a 40-50% price increase for electronics and an overall tech earnings drop of at least 15%, potentially causing significant economic consequences.
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Trans people, local governments and educators face rising anti-LGBTQ hate, GLAAD report finds
SummaryA report by GLAAD reveals 932 anti-LGBTQ incidents in the U.S. from May 2024 to May 2025, with over half targeting transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, marking a 20% decrease from the previous year. Notably, incidents against drag performers dropped significantly, while attacks on local governments and educators increased, reflecting shifting extremist focuses. GLAAD emphasizes that these tracked incidents are just a fraction of the actual anti-LGBTQ hate experienced, especially during Pride Month, highlighting the resilience...
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