EU preparing further countermeasures against U.S. tariffs if negotiations fail, EC President von der Leyen says
The EC president said that Trump’s move was a “major blow” to the world economy.
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Xiaomi delivers record cars in March as winners emerge in China’s EV race
Chinese electric vehicle startups Xiaomi, Xpeng and Leapmotor each reported in March delivery volumes that…
See Trump’s list: More than 180 countries and territories facing reciprocal tariffs
Trump’s plan sets a 10% baseline tariff across the board. But the president’s list makes…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,134
These are the key events on day 1,134 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Trump’s massive 46% Vietnam tariffs could hit Nike, American Eagle and Wayfair
The country became a popular alternative for furniture, apparel and toymakers trying to avoid the…
De minimis trade loophole that boosted Chinese online retailers to end May 2
The announcement, which came alongside a set of sweeping new tariffs, gives customs officials, retailers…
China urges U.S. to ‘immediately’ cancel reciprocal tariffs, vows counter-measures
U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a 10% baseline tariffs on most imported goods from global…
DeepSeek AI excitement spills over to Hong Kong’s IPO market
Chinese companies are jumping at a window of opportunity to go public in Hong Kong…
CNBC Daily Open: Trump shows no mercy with his tariffs — and stocks suffer
To call Trump’s tariff plan a seismic shift in the economic and financial world order…
US judge throws out corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Judge ruled that the case could not be revived, condemning what he described as an…
‘A historic moment’: Donald Trump unveils sweeping ‘reciprocal’ tariffs
Experts say the tariffs are likely to transform the global trade relations, with some warning…
The most powerful passports of 2025 — a new country tops the list
Ireland has the strongest passport in the world, according to the Nomad Passport Index 2025.
Israel launches air attacks on Syria’s Damascus and Hama
In latest wave of attacks, Israel strikes Damascus’s Barzeh neighbourhood and ‘military capabilities’ in Hama…
Liverpool beat Everton in feisty derby to keep title charge on track
Diogo Jota scored the only goal of the game in heated Merseyside derby to restore…
Barcelona beat Atletico to set up Real Madrid final in Copa del Rey
Barcelona will face Real Madrid in an El Clasico final in Spain’s Copa del Rey…
Apple leads a drop in tech stocks after Trump tariff announcement
Tech stocks fell in late trading Wednesday following President Donald Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs.
Military clash ‘almost inevitable’ if Iran nuclear talks fail, France says
Diplomatic failure on Iran deal could lead to military confrontation, French foreign minister warns.
Why is Pakistan deporting Afghans?
Islamabad says about three million Afghans must leave the country this year.
Netanyahu: Israel is ‘dissecting the Gaza Strip’
Israeli PM Netanyahu says Israel is “dissecting the Gaza Strip” to pressure Hamas into releasing…
Amazon submits bid for TikTok as ban deadline nears
TikTok’s future in the U.S. hangs in the balance ahead of a potential ban on…