President-elect Donald Trump warned the European Union to reduce its trade gap with the U.S. through oil and gas purchases or face tariffs, citing a $131.3 billion deficit in 2022. EU officials mentioned energy as a potential solution, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz speaking with Trump following a meeting on strengthening transatlantic ties. Despite threats of tariffs on trading partners, analysts are uncertain about Trump’s actual intentions and the impact on domestic inflation as he prepares to take office.
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Fire crews battle house fire in Auckland’s Blockhouse Bay, person treated for smoke inhalation
Fire crews from across Auckland are battling a significant blaze at a home on Heaphy St in Blockhouse Bay, where one person is being treated for smoke inhalation in moderate condition. Five fire engines are on the scene as emergency services respond to the incident. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Firefighters are putting out a big fire at a house in Blockhouse Bay, and one person is getting help because they were breathing...
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