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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says US ‘very surprised’ after Chinese fighters captured on frontline

Ukraine president says more than 150 Chinese involved in fighting for Russia; US lawmakers criticise reports of planned troop pullbacks in Europe. What we know on day 1,142. See all our Ukraine ...

The Guardian - 7h

China’s new tariffs on US goods take effect as Asian markets rally after Trump’s tariff reversal – business live

China’s 84% retaliatory tariffs on US goods, announced on Wednesday, are due to come into effect on Thursday. Read the latest full report . China and the European Union have exchanged views on ...

The Guardian - 3h

US-China trade war intensifies as Beijing’s tariffs come into effect after Trump pause

China’s 84% tariffs on US products come into force amid market relief after Trump suspends steep reciprocal tariffs elsewhere. Business live – latest updates Donald Trump’s trade war with ...

The Guardian - 1h

The Affordable Car Is About to Go Extinct in the US

As President Donald Trump’s tariffs set in, it may well be time to say goodbye to the under-$30,000 car.

Wired - 4d

Trump’s Tariffs Are Threatening the US Semiconductor Revival

While the White House carved out a narrow exemption for some semiconductor imports, President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs still apply to GPUs and chipmaking equipment.

Wired - 4d

US closes in on critical minerals deal with DR Congo

Trump’s Africa adviser agrees ‘path forward’ to drive American mining investment as Tshisekedi government seeks to shore up support

Financial Times - 3d

Are US tariffs just the beginning? With Abraham Newman

There are other tools of economic coercion in the modern global economy

Financial Times - 3d

Why the US mortgage market is addicted to big government

Government guarantees on securitised home loans make them generally low risk — but Trump’s policymaking raises concerns

Financial Times - 3d

Stocks fall in Asia ahead of US openings

Stocks have fallen in Asia and Australia amid economic turmoil stemming from President Trump’s sweeping tariffs. At 9:26 p.m. Eastern time Sunday, Japan’s Nikkei 225 was down close to 1,990 points, ...

The Hill - 3d

US defends tariffs on remote island of penguins and seals

A group of islands, occupied only by penguins and seals, has been swept up in Trump's trade war.

BBC News - 3d

The Lions offense was last in the NFL in using the pistol formation

The Lions offense was in the pistol formation less than any other NFL team in 2024, and there are a few reasons why.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Death toll rises from weekend storms in US

A 16-year-old volunteer firefighter trying to rescue people in the storm was among the 20 killed.

BBC News - 2d

The US and Syria: Between strategic success and unfinished business

The United States must adopt a balanced approach to Syria, engaging with the transitional government while maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries to establish lasting stability in ...

The Hill - 2d

Ben Jennings on the price of a trade deal with the US – cartoon

The Guardian - 2d

Trump says US to engage in 'direct talks' with Iran

Sitting next to Israel's prime minister, he said direct talks with Iran would start Saturday.

ABC News - 2d

Shopify CEO to Employees: Use AI Now

Tobi Lütke posted a memo with his AI-related directives to X because he said it was ‘in the process of being leaked.’

Inc. - 2d

Trump axes senior US military official at NATO

President Trump has fired a top U.S. military officer at NATO headquarters in Brussels, drawing ire from Democrat lawmakers. Trump relieved of duty without explanation Navy Vice Adm. Shoshana ...

The Hill - 2d

Porsche sales drop despite jump in US demand

Carmaker hit by sharp decline in China and Germany

Financial Times - 1d

Is the US heading for a recession? Three warning signs to watch

Michelle Fleury explains the factors to watch in the economy after President Trump’s tariff announcements.

BBC News - 2d

Brazil to reinstate visas for US, Canadian and Australian citizens

Brazil will reintroduce on Thursday visa requirements for U.S., Canadian and Australian citizens

ABC News - 1d

The US may be reversing course on child labour

Acute strain on the jobs market has encouraged some states to consider reducing restrictions on employing minors

Financial Times - 1d

Ref Cam to be used at Club World Cup in U.S.

Supporters will get a new live experience at the Club World Cup with footage from the referee's body camera available to broadcasters during matches.

ESPN - 1d

The US trade demands that go far beyond tariffs

Countries grapple with Washington’s attempt to change ‘non-tariff barriers’ from VAT to food rules and even currency valuations

Financial Times - 1d

US to retaliate against international carbon levies on ships

Trump administration warns other members of UN’s maritime body against measure negotiated this week

Financial Times - 1d

Morning Report — US, China trade war underway

In today’s issue: In the week since President Trump surprised the world with an aggressive mix of universal tariffs and a catalog of steep reciprocal tariffs that took effect early this morning, ...

The Hill - 22h

Iran says talks with US will be indirect, contradicting Trump

A top Iranian official on Wednesday insisted that talks with the U.S. this weekend will take place through an intermediary, contradicting President Trump’s statements that American and Iranian ...

The Hill - 18h

Warren: Companies will use tariffs as excuse for 'price gouging'

Senator Elizabeth Warren is concerned that President Trump's tariffs on imports from world trade partners could lead to price gouging as businesses react to the opportunity to increase their prices ...

The Hill - 17h

US intensifies crackdown on peaceful protest under Trump

Forty-one anti-protest bills in 22 states have been introduced since start of 2025, according to law tracker. Anti-protest bills that seek to expand criminal punishments for constitutionally ...

The Guardian - 16h

US, China trade war exposes tech vulnerabilities

{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Tech firms vulnerable in escalating China trade war President Trump’s escalating trade war with China is putting a spotlight on the various ...

The Hill - 10h

‘Coalition of the willing’ meets at Nato — without the US

Also in this newsletter: The EU’s new ombudsman probes ‘revolving doors’

Financial Times - 3h

Fifa has used US soccer as a cash cow – and gives very little back | Leander Schaerlaeckens

It is Fifa’s own policies and hunger for monetization that has helped prevent American soccer from growing organically. Colin Cowherd peered down from his studio desk perched high above the chairs ...

The Guardian - 1d

Nuclear boom sparks urgent call for investment in new uranium mines

Currently identified resources are forecast to be used up by the 2080s

Financial Times - 2d

Trump’s Tariffs: China Vows to 'Fight to The End'

And, US says it will hold direct nuclear talks with Iran.

BBC News - 1d

Notable Deaths in 2025

A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.

CBS News - 2d

Trump threatens new 50% tariffs on China

The US president warns of the extra tax unless China withdraws its own 34% counter-tariff on US goods.

BBC News - 2d

US market plunges for second day after Trump’s sweeping tariffs

The U.S. stock market took another nosedive for a second day after President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on countries around the world.

NBC News - 5d

The White House is using tariffs to restore manufacturing. Data suggests it will take time.

Data about Trump's tariffs suggests the U.S. economy is not ready for a wholesale shift to manufacturing, and that it would take years to ramp up production capabilities.

NBC News - 5d