Trump threatens 'far larger' tariffs if EU and Canada unite to do 'economic harm' to the U.S.

After nearly three months since the January wildfires in Los Angeles, human remains were discovered in Altadena, Calif., raising the total death toll to 30 from the Eaton and Palisades fires. The victims of the Eaton fire, which killed 18 people, were mostly older than 65, with an average age of 77. Los Angeles County officials are facing scrutiny over evacuation procedures, prompting the approval of a motion to develop a registry for evacuating vulnerable...

On September 17, 2023, a nurse in Lebanon, known as Adam, experienced a life-altering explosion when a pager distributed by Hezbollah, intended for emergency alerts, detonated due to an Israeli plan to sabotage the group. Adam lost several fingers and his sight, yet remains committed to Hezbollah, viewing his injuries as a "medal from God." This incident marked a significant escalation in the renewed conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which reignited following the October 2023...

The 75th anniversary of Sino-Indian ties was celebrated with a telephone conversation between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian President Droupadi Murmu, followed by an Indian food festival organized by Indian Consul General Pratik Mathur in Shanghai. The event showcased the diversity of Indian cuisine and attracted a wide range of participants, including diplomats, academics, businessmen, and the Chinese public. Both south and north Indian food, influenced by Buddhist traditions and cultural links, were popular...

In a press conference at the White House, Donald Trump announced new tariffs, prompting fears of a global trade war. The UK government is considering retaliatory tariffs on American imports, with a consultation ending on May 1. Trade secretary Jonathan Reynolds emphasized the importance of defending the UK's national interest and exploring all necessary actions if a deal with the US is not secured. Full Article

Police are treating the death of 65-year-old Simon Bird in Wellington as a homicide after he was found outside his home. Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard stated that Bird's body was discovered following a welfare check by a friend, with police now investigating his movements leading up to his death. Authorities are appealing for information from anyone who had contact with Bird recently and have recovered his vehicle for forensic examination, reassuring the public of their...

NASA has released satellite photographs showing the extent of devastating flooding in central-western Queensland, with over 140,000 livestock lost. The images depict the flooding at Cooper Creek near Windorah, with water shown in dark and light blue, and vegetation in green. The floodwaters are expected to move south towards Lake Eyre in the coming weeks, impacting towns and agricultural areas. Full Article