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China's factory activity growth at 1-year high, official survey shows, as stimulus measures kick in
Chinese policymakers pledged to step up stimulus push to achieve a growth target of "around 5%" this year and cushion the impact of an escalating trade war.CNBC - 5d -
Factory activity slumps as manufacturers brace for Trump tariffs
U.S. manufacturers are sounding worried about the Trump administration’s trade policies ahead of a hotly anticipated announcement on tariffs that’s expected from the White House on Wednesday. ...The Hill - 3d -
Sweeping tariffs threaten ‘Factory Asia’
Trump administration’s moves put ‘China plus one’ manufacturing strategy at riskFinancial Times - 1d -
US factory activity shrinks as tariffs weigh on demand and hiring plans
Inventories rise to highest level since 2022 as producers stockpile goodsFinancial Times - 3d -
How Trump’s Tariffs Are Hitting One Chinese Factory Owner: ‘We Are Helpless’
President Trump’s policies are straining trade ties and challenging a long-held truth in China about the centrality of the U.S. market.The New York Times - 3d -
‘Forever chemicals’ from nearby factory found in dust of NC homes: Study
Researchers have identified “forever chemicals” in household dust nearby a North Carolina factory — indicating that dust may be an additional source of exposure to these compounds. The homes, ...The Hill - 4d -
China in the age of Trump 2.0
Can China take advantage of the new era of economic and political turbulence?Financial Times - 2d -
Wisconsin recipient of $1m from Musk was active in Republican campaigning
Nicholas Jacobs was immersed in party activities, even working to elect the Musk-favored candidate who lost. Archived social media posts from a student Republican operative, Nicholas Jacobs, who ...The Guardian - 21h -
Yankees activate closer Devin Williams, designate Adam Ottavino for assignment
PITTSBURGH — The Yankees’ closer is back. The team activated Devin Williams, as expected, prior to Friday’s series-opener against the Pirates. Williams went on the paternity list on April 1, ...Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Toronto Maple Leafs On The Cusp Of Longest Active Playoff Streak – But The Pressure Is Higher Than Ever
The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the cusp of standing alone with the longest active NHL playoff streak.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
China says 3 Filipinos detained on spying suspicions
China says it has detained three Philippine nationals on suspicion of spyingABC News - 1d -
Actively managed ETFs hit $1 trillion milestone: Why tariff uncertainty may spark more growth
The actively managed ETF industry is now roughly the market cap of Berkshire Hathaway — and one expert thinks trade risks could boost interest even higher.CNBC - 22h -
Report: Eagles showed interest in QB Joe Milton before Dallas trade
The Eagles almost added another player to the QB factoryYahoo Sports - 18h -
China conducts military drills focusing on Taiwan Strait
China conducted military drills around Taiwan for a second day focusing on the Taiwan Strait separating the self-governing island democracy from China that is a crucial conduit for international tradeABC News - 3d -
Trump says China 'panicked' with tariff response
President Trump on Friday chastised China after Beijing responded to major U.S. tariffs with equal duties of its own on U.S. goods. "China played it wrong, they panicked - the one thing they cannot ...The Hill - 19h -
China and US are at each other's throats - and neither is backing down
China's new 34% tax on US imports shows it is ready to tussle with Trump.BBC News - 17h -
Why China Is Wary of a Trump-Xi Summit
It could take months for agreement on a meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s top leader, as Chinese officials seek a scripted encounter.The New York Times - 5d -
Zambia cuts Barbra Banda, three other NWSL players from China games, citing Donald Trump's U.S. travel policy
Zambia will play in the Yongchuan International Tournament in China this monthCBS Sports - 2d -
Demand for viral 'torpedo' baseball bats has sent a Pennsylvania factory into overdrive
A 70-year-old man who plays in an area senior hardball league popped into Victus Sports this week because he needed bats for the new season. Plus he just had to take some cuts with baseball's ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Plastics factory found not responsible for deaths of workers during Hurricane Helene flooding
Tennessee’s workplace safety agency has absolved a plastics plant of responsibility in the deaths of six workers who were swept away by floodwaters from Hurricane Helene.NBC News - 1d -
Demand for viral 'torpedo' baseball bats has sent Pennsylvania factory into overdrive
Torpedo bats drew attention over the weekend when the New York Yankees hit a team-record nine homers in one gameABC News - 1d -
UK glass factory at risk of closure if no buyer found, says Japanese owner
Wigan plant shutdown could deal blow to Keir Starmer’s industrial strategyFinancial Times - 23h -
Inside Maye Musk’s Cozy Relationship With China
As Elon Musk continues to expand his political power in the US, his mother has repeatedly traveled to China to speak at events, model for Chinese brands, and promote Tesla.Wired - Mar. 27 -
China launches surprise military drills around Taiwan
Taiwan says it has detected nearly 20 vessels off its coast as Beijing orders large scale sea and air exercises and calls leaders in Taipei ‘parasites’. China has launched large-scale military ...The Guardian - 4d -
China retaliates; Stock market free falls
It’s Friday. I’m still not over the penguin tariff jokes on social media. Like this. And this. And this. Oh, and this. OK, fine. I’ll get to the news now. In today's issue: THE FIRST 100 DAYS China ...The Hill - 16h -
US pledges $2 million for Myanmar quake, but China already filled the void
As U.S. experts head to Myanmar to assist in recovery from the Southeast Asia earthquake, teams from China are filling the void.ABC News - 4d -
Tesla China-made EV sales fall 11.5% in March as competition rises
The U.S. carmaker is facing a headwinds in China, in particular mounting challenges from local rivals like BYD.CNBC - 2d -
Zambia withdraw four US-based players for China trip
Zambia withdraw four US-based players for an upcoming tournament in China because of "travel measures" introduced by Donald Trump's administration.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
China hits back at Trump with 34% tariff on U.S. imports
China announced a 34% tariff on all U.S. imports on Friday, escalating trade tensions between the world’s two biggest economies.NBC News - 22h -
Toy prices could jump 50% following Trump's tariffs on China, Vietnam
Toy prices could spike exponentially after President Donald Trump levied massive tariffs against China and Vietnam.CNBC - 20h -
What Will Trump’s Tariffs Do to EU-China Trade Relations?
The European Union is deepening other trade partnerships as U.S. relations sour. But with China, the relationship could get closer — or more combative.The New York Times - 21h -
A deal for TikTok seemingly falls hostage to the US-China trade war
A deal for TikTok seemingly falls hostage to the US-China trade war, sources told ABC News.ABC News - 8h -
Fraying transatlantic ties will cost companies dearly
Re-localisation opportunities are limited and building new plants and factories will take timeFinancial Times - 16h -
Hegseth Pledges to Step Up Military Cooperation With Japan and Deter China
The U.S. defense secretary sought to reassure its ally over security ties and vowed to speed up the creation of a joint “war-fighting headquarters” to deter China.The New York Times - 5d -
China launches large-scale war games all around Taiwan
China's launches drills around Taiwan to "severely punish" the island's pro-independence leader, as the U.S. boosts its war footing in Japan to deter Chinese "aggression."CBS News - 3d -
China’s New Barges Reveal How it Might Try to Seize Taiwan
The barges, which link up to form a bridge, could give China a way to land large numbers of vehicles and troops on Taiwan, solving a major logistical problem.The New York Times - 3d -
Trump’s Threatened Tariff on Buyers of Venezuelan Oil Could Squeeze China
Venezuela owes China’s banks about $10 billion, and its oil is about the only legal way it has to pay them back.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump’s Trade War Escalates as China Retaliates With 34% Tariffs
The Chinese government said it would match President Trump’s tariff, and also barred a group of American companies from doing business in China.The New York Times - 12h -
U.S. Farmers Brace for Losses in New Trade War With China
China is the third-biggest buyer of U.S. agricultural products. Now that it has punched back with tariffs on American goods, farmers can expect to feel the pain.The New York Times - 11h -
MLB Opening Day 2025: Top 10 card sales for active players
Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani lead the way — but the list has one surprise entryYahoo Sports - 3d
