President Donald Trump paused tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for a month, exempting goods covered by the USMCA agreement from the 25 percent tariffs that had been imposed. The pause, effective Friday, comes after negotiations with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Trump plans to impose a global regime of reciprocal tariffs on April 2, while still moving forward with a 25 percent tariff on steel and aluminium imports on March 12.
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Gambling has never been easier in the US — that’s a problem
The rise of online gambling in the U.S. has led to a significant increase in problem gambling, with individuals like Kayla, 25, accumulating debts of $40,000 from online games like solitaire. Following a 2018 Supreme Court ruling that legalized sports betting in 38 states, online wagers surged to $121.1 billion in 2023, exacerbating addiction issues, particularly among younger populations. Experts advocate for regulation and protective measures, such as self-imposed limits and consumer tools, to mitigate...
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