Trump's upcoming tariffs 'will be effective immediately,' White House says

Keir Starmer emphasized the negative impact of a global trade war and expressed a desire for calm negotiations following Donald Trump's unveiling of tariff plans on foreign steel and cars. While Canada and the EU plan to retaliate with their own import taxes, the UK government aims to secure an economic deal with the US and avoid escalating tensions. Chancellor Rachel Reeves stressed the importance of a constructive economic agreement to prevent damage to the...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel visited Hungary, where an arrest warrant against him by the International Criminal Court was ignored due to Hungary's rejection of the court's jurisdiction. Prime Minister Viktor Orban welcomed Netanyahu, showcasing their shared views on national sovereignty and defying international law. Netanyahu's visit signals strength amidst domestic opposition in Israel, while Orban uses the opportunity to gain attention and distance himself from EU isolation, with both leaders facing domestic challenges...

British firms face a 10 per cent tariff on exports to the US after Donald Trump declared a new era for global trade, vowing to end America being "ripped off". While the UK did not secure an exemption, it has one of the lowest tariffs at 10 per cent, compared to 20 per cent for EU nations and 34 per cent for China. Downing Street is focused on negotiating a sustainable trade deal and lowering...

Bharat Forge Chairman Baba Kalyani announced that the company has supplied 100 guns, including 18 ATAGs, to various countries, including those in Europe, before providing them to the Indian Army. Kalyani expressed pride in India's ability to manufacture and export artillery guns, aiming to become the world's largest artillery producer by 2030, with a focus on developing advanced artillery systems. He highlighted the growing global interest in their products and the company's commitment to expanding...

Anna Feder, a former Emerson College staff member, filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination after screening a film critical of Israel and supporting pro-Palestinian campus speech. Feder, who led the Bright Lights Cinema Series for 12 years, was laid off in 2024 amidst program cuts. The lawsuit claims that her termination was related to her refusal to cancel the screening of "Israelism" and her advocacy for pro-Palestinian discourse, leading to her being barred from campus....

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured images of the asteroid Apophis, which is not expected to collide with Earth in 2032. The telescope's high-resolution photos provide valuable data for studying the asteroid's trajectory and composition, helping scientists better understand its potential impact on our planet. This observation highlights the importance of continued monitoring and research to safeguard Earth from potential asteroid threats in the future. Full Article