USAID workers return to HQ to clear their desks, as Trump dismantles the agency

US President Donald Trump is set to announce further tariffs on 2 April, targeting all countries, in an effort to boost US manufacturing and protect jobs, despite potential price increases for consumers. Trump's use of tariffs is part of his economic strategy to reduce the trade deficit and increase tax revenue by encouraging consumers to buy American-made goods. The new tariffs, including those on cars and car parts, are expected to disrupt US car production,...

Two Illinois men have filed a class-action lawsuit against OnlyFans, alleging that messages they received as part of their subscriptions may not have been directly from the models they thought they were messaging. The suit accuses Fenix Internet LLC and Fenix International Limited of deception, claiming that fans were misled into believing they were interacting directly with creators. OnlyFans has not publicly responded to the lawsuit as of now. Full Article

U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on auto imports are set to impact car brands and countries worldwide, with economists warning that Slovakia could be hit the hardest. Trump is expected to reveal details of the tariffs, separate from previous levies, which aim to favor the American economy. Germany criticized the 25% auto tariffs, but economists at Dutch bank ING highlight Slovakia's vulnerability due to its car plants and total U.S. export volume. Full Article

Protests erupted in Turkey after the arrest of Istanbul's opposition mayor, leading to a one-day shopping boycott initiated by student groups in response to the jailing of Ekrem Imamoglu, the main challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Government officials condemned the boycott as "sabotage" and threatened companies with financial losses, while the mayor, facing politically motivated charges, urged support from European politicians cutting ties with Turkey due to democratic concerns. The boycott, which targeted businesses...

During a recent visit to Shanghai, the writer noticed significant changes post-pandemic, including visa programs, digitalization, and the use of apps like WeChat and Alipay for most transactions. While navigating the city's transformed landscape, the writer encountered challenges with language barriers, payment methods, and transportation options, such as the necessity of using Didi for rides. Despite these obstacles, the writer appreciated the convenience of translation tools within the apps for communication and dining experiences, highlighting...

Democrat-backed liberal judge Susan Crawford won a seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court, defeating Republican-backed conservative Brad Schimel in a closely watched race influenced by President Trump and Elon Musk. The victory maintained the court’s liberal majority, with Crawford holding a 10-point lead. Musk and his political groups spent about $18m supporting Schimel, making it the costliest judicial race in US history with a total spending of close to $99m. Full Article