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Chinese President Xi Jinping has made a notable statement during his recent visit to Vietnam, emphasizing that protectionism "leads nowhere" and insisting that there are "no winners" in a trade war, according to reports from state media. This visit marks the beginning of a Southeast Asia tour aimed at reinforcing regional trade ties and countering the effects of substantial tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. As the first overseas trip of the year for Mr. Xi, his itinerary includes stops in Vietnam, Malaysia,…

Rory McIlroy is determined to steer clear of a "rematch" with Bryson DeChambeau during the final round of the Masters as he aims for a historic career grand slam. This week at Augusta National, McIlroy has put himself in a promising position, finishing his third round with consecutive scores of 66 and securing a two-shot lead over DeChambeau. The tension between the two is palpable, especially since DeChambeau dramatically defeated McIlroy in last year's US Open. Reflecting on his performance, McIlroy remarked, "It was an…

As the dust settles from President Trump's trade policy upheaval, one undeniable focal point remains: China. As the world's second-largest economy and the United States' largest trading partner, China has been at the center of Trump's long-standing accusations about unfair trade practices. "World leaders were 'kissing his ass,' dying to do a deal," Trump remarked at the National Republican Congressional Committee's President's Dinner, just hours before new tariffs went into effect. However, one leader who certainly wasn’t…

In a tragic turn of events, two Russian ballistic missiles struck the northern Ukrainian city of Sumy, resulting in the deaths of 34 individuals and injuring 117. This attack marks one of the deadliest strikes on Ukraine in 2023, as reported by local officials. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for a strong international response against Russia, especially given the context of U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to swiftly bring an end to the ongoing conflict, which has struggled to find a resolution.…

In a tragic turn of events, more than 100 individuals, including at least 20 children, are now feared dead in Sudan due to paramilitary assaults targeting the beleaguered city of El-Fasher and two famine-stricken camps nearby. The United Nations has brought this alarming situation to light. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been engaged in conflict with the regular army since April 2023. Recently, they launched “coordinated ground and aerial assaults” on El-Fasher, as well as the Zamzam and Abu Shouk displacement camps,…

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has announced that indirect negotiations with the United States regarding its nuclear program have come to a close in Oman. The ministry characterized the discussions as "constructive." "The indirect talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States concerning sanctions relief and nuclear matters have concluded," the ministry shared in a statement, noting that discussions were held in a "constructive and mutually respectful atmosphere." High-level discussions commenced today…

US Government Grants Tariff Exclusions on Electronics The US government has recently announced tariff exclusions for smartphones, computers, and other electronics primarily imported from China. This decision spares these products from the steep 125% reciprocal duties that were previously imposed by President Donald Trump. In a notification to shippers, the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency has published a list of tariff codes that will now be exempt from these duties, a move that some view as a…

The tragic roof collapse of a nightclub in the Dominican Republic has resulted in a heartbreaking loss of 226 lives, as officials have confirmed that all victims' bodies have been returned to their families. This devastating event, which occurred at the Jet Set club early on Tuesday, has deeply affected the nation. Health Minister Victor Atallah reported that 221 individuals perished inside the club during the calamity, with four more succumbing in hospitals. In a somber update, the ministry announced the death of a Costa…

The UK Parliament has taken decisive action by approving plans aimed at safeguarding the blast furnaces of British Steel in Scunthorpe during a remarkable session of the House of Commons. Emergency legislation, which empowers the UK government to mandate British Steel to maintain operations at the plant, received unanimous backing in the Commons. This pivotal move will now be presented for discussion in the House of Lords, as the government strives to codify these powers within a single day. In an unusual turn of events,…

A man from the United States, known online as "Mr. Satan," has been formally charged with making threats to assassinate former President Donald Trump and other government officials, according to the latest announcement from the Department of Justice. Shawn Monper, 32, was arrested and faces charges outlined in a federal complaint for allegedly "making threats to assault and murder" Trump as well as various officials, including those from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to the Department of Justice, the…