President Trump’s tariffs target China, Canada, and Mexico, imposing a 25% tariff on goods from the latter two and a 10% tax on Chinese imports. The tariffs remove the de minimis trade provision, which allowed for duty-free shipments under $800, benefiting low-cost online retailers like Temu and Shein. These retailers have capitalized on the loophole to offer cheap products in the U.S., prompting Amazon to launch its own bargain outlet, Haul, which also relies on de minimis for importing goods from China. Amidst the clampdown, Amazon, eBay, and Etsy could benefit as they compete with Temu and Shein in the online marketplace.
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Who are the Druze and why is Israel bombing Syria to ‘protect’ them? | Conflict
Israel conducted airstrikes in Syria, citing the need to protect the Druze minority amid clashes between Syrian government forces and Druze fighters. Osama Bin Javaid reports from Damascus, shedding light on the Druze community and their connection to Israel amidst the ongoing conflict. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israel is helping the Druze people in Syria because they are in danger from fighting. Want More Context? 🔎
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