Will Trump's Tariffs Lead to Higher Gadget Prices?
Experts warn that Apple is “possibly one of the most tariff-vulnerable companies” in the world, and that US President Donald Trump's tariffs are “bad news” for tech companies that will…
April 9, 2025
Germany's conservative and centre-left parties to present new government deal
Conservative and centre-left parties will present an agreement on forming a new German government on Wednesday after weeks of negotiations. The deal paves the way for new leadership in Europe's…
Iranian leader insists Tehran is not seeking nuclear bomb
Iran's president has vowed that his country “does not seek to build a nuclear bomb” ahead of talks between Tehran and the United States, and even hinted at the prospect…
Trump administration freezes $1 billion for Cornell and $790 million for Northwestern, officials say
The funding freeze, amid civil rights investigations at both universities, dramatically escalates the Trump administration's campaign against elite colleges. Share the full article 531531 The funding freeze is the latest…
House Republicans Oppose Trump Budget, Tax Cut Plan
Hard-line conservatives worried about the deficit are among President Trump's most ardent supporters in Congress. But they say they cannot in good conscience support the budget plan he has endorsed.…
Trump Wants Iran Nuclear Deal, But It Has to Be Better Than Obama's
Nuclear talks between the US and Iran are set for Saturday, and President Trump has set the bar high for success. Share the full article 201201 Steve Witkoff, a friend…
Foreign Troops Help Putin Avoid Pitfalls of New Russian Mobilization
In November, reports emerged of further Kremlin efforts to recruit foreign fighters for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. According to the Financial Times, a Houthi-linked company provided Russia with hundreds of…
Why Finland Thinks Finlandization Is a Bad Idea for Ukraine
As expectations grow about the prospect of new peace talks in 20
Russia's endless excuses for a ceasefire are proof that Putin doesn't want peace
Almost a month after Ukraine agreed to an unconditional U.S.-led ceasefire, Russia this week came up with another excuse not to follow suit. Speaking in Moscow on April 7, Kremlin…
Trump's Global Tariffs Take Effect, Including 104% on Chinese Goods
President Donald Trump's “retaliatory” tariffs on dozens of countries took effect Wednesday, including a massive 104% tariff on Chinese goods, further escalating his global trade war even as he prepared…