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US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and light trucks set to take effect next week, further escalating the global trade tensions he initiated upon returning to the White House this year. Industry experts anticipate this move could raise vehicle prices and hinder production capabilities. "What we're going to be doing is a 25% tariff for all cars that are not made in the United States," Trump stated during a recent event in the Oval Office. The President views tariffs as a strategic method to…

Signal is widely regarded by security professionals as one of the most secure messaging applications available today. However, its recent use by senior Trump officials for planning military operations in Yemen has sparked some serious concerns. It was never designed to be the primary choice for such sensitive communications. So, what sets Signal apart from other messaging apps, and why does its utilization by top officials raise eyebrows? Understanding End-to-End Encryption End-to-end encryption (E2EE) ensures that…

US President Donald Trump has intensified his assertions regarding Greenland, articulating that the United States requires the Danish island for the sake of international security. “We need Greenland for international safety and security. We need it. We have to have it,” Trump expressed during an interview with podcaster Vince Coglianese. He candidly continued, “I hate to put it that way, but we’re going to have to have it.” These remarks emerge just ahead of a contentious visit from Vice President JD Vance. Earlier,…

At least 23 Palestinians have tragically lost their lives in recent Israeli attacks across Gaza, as reported by local health officials. The Israeli military has extended evacuation orders to tens of thousands of residents in the enclave, intensifying the humanitarian crisis. Following a two-month ceasefire, the Israeli military resumed its offensive against Hamas in Gaza last week, reigniting hostilities that have resulted in nearly 700 casualties, primarily among women and children, according to Palestinian health sources.…

Tragic events have unfolded in South Korea as wildfires have claimed at least 24 lives, marking one of the most catastrophic wildfire outbreaks in the nation's history. The acting president characterized the damage as “unprecedented,” reflecting the widespread impact these fires have had on communities. Over the weekend, a series of wildfires erupted, particularly devastating the southeast region of the country. This calamity has forced approximately 27,000 residents to evacuate urgently, with flames cutting off access…

In a significant escalation, Russia conducted a drone attack on the Ukrainian port city of Mykolaiv overnight, a key access point to the Black Sea, while also targeting Kryvyi Rih. Ukrainian officials have described this as the most substantial drone attack on Kryvyi Rih to date. On a diplomatic front, the United States announced separate agreements yesterday with both Ukraine and Russia that aim to halt attacks over the Black Sea and against energy targets. However, the specifics of when and how these agreements will take…

The leader of the Democrats in the U.S. Senate has called for a "full investigation" following confirmation from the White House that a journalist was included in a group chat where U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other top officials discussed impending strikes against Yemen's Houthi group. On March 15, U.S. President Donald Trump announced these strikes, which have sparked significant concern over a notable security breach. Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, revealed he received hours of advance…

In a tragic turn of events, the grandparents of a French toddler, whose partial remains were discovered nine months after his disappearance, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Emile Soleil, a two-and-a-half-year-old boy, vanished in July 2023 from a small village in the French Alps. Although his skull and teeth were found by a passerby approximately 1.7 kilometers from the village, the circumstances surrounding his death have remained shrouded in mystery. The nation was left reeling, as prosecutors indicated that…

Today, the Australian government has unveiled a series of new tax cuts and additional cost-of-living assistance, aiming to reconnect with dissatisfied voters while taking a bold step that will shift the budget back into deficit. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's administration is gearing up for a crucial May election, currently finding itself in a tightly contested race against the conservative Coalition opposition. The stakes are high, and according to Albanese, “We must address the immediate concerns of everyday…

A Palestinian filmmaker, whose documentary recently received an Oscar, is currently facing detention by Israeli forces in the West Bank following an alleged incident involving settlers and Palestinians. Hamdan Ballal is one of four filmmakers behind No Other Land, which won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature Film earlier this month. The film sheds light on the ongoing struggles of Palestinian residents in the Masafer Yatta region, as they fight to prevent the Israeli military from demolishing their villages. As Ryan…