U.S. Inflation Jumps in June, Might Push Back Rate Cuts
US inflation picked up more than expected in June, with official figures revealing consumer prices up 2.7% from last year.
July 15, 2025Section
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TikTok Rushes to Stop Shutdown in Canada
The Canadian government has ordered TikTok to close its offices across the country. This decision, based on national security
July 15, 2025
U.S. Sharpens Focus on Chinese Tech, Eyes New Tariffs for Drones and Solar
The US government has begun formal reviews that could add costly tariffs to imports of drones and a key solar...
July 15, 2025
North America Isn’t That Far Away. On Your Next Vacation, Check out These Stunning Spots in the US
The Americas are essentially one landmass. Accordingly, we should remember that getting to and from North America isn't difficult.
July 15, 2025
Trump’s 100% Tariff Ultimatum: Can the U.S. Squeeze Russia With Almost No Trade Left?
President Trump has warned Russia that the US will impose 100% tariffs if Moscow does not agree to a Ukraine...
July 14, 2025
EU’s €21 Billion Tariff Retaliation Plan: Who Really Has More to Lose?
The European Union has lined up a €21 billion tariff package against American products, ready to go if trade talks...
July 14, 2025
Trump Moves Fast on Federal Job Cuts After Supreme Court Clears Path
President Trump now has the power to deliver on his long-standing promise to cut government spending. A Supreme Court decision
July 11, 2025
Tesla Pushes for Driverless Taxi Approval in Arizona and California
Tesla, under Elon Musk, is moving to expand its robotaxi service from Texas into Arizona and California. The company has...
July 11, 2025
U.S. Imposes 35% Tariff, Forcing Canada to Rethink Market Access
President Donald Trump’s 35% tariff on Canadian goods marks a sharp escalation in North American trade tensions
July 11, 2025