Donald Trump has followed through on his threats to impose tariffs on goods entering the US, targeting Mexico and Canada with a 25% tariff on most goods, excluding Canadian oil with a 10% tariff. Yvette Cooper has criticized these tariffs as harmful to the global economy, emphasizing the UK government’s focus on removing trade barriers rather than creating new ones. Economists warn that tariffs ultimately result in higher prices for consumers as they are passed on by companies importing the goods.
Full Article
Under-10s coach gambles away team’s trip fund to Barcelona tournament
Michael Grisedale, a coach of an under-10s football team, embezzled over £6,400 raised by parents for a tournament in Barcelona, using the funds for online gambling. His actions led to the cancellation of hotel reservations, prompting community fundraising to ensure the children could still attend; Grisedale received a suspended sentence and is required to repay the stolen money. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A soccer coach named Michael took money that parents raised...
Read more