April 17, 2025
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“In many cases, the friend is worse than the foe in terms of trade,”

At first glance, the world seemed stable. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had just finished reassuring Asia-Pacific allies about America’s support. But then, in a twist of fate, President Donald Trump unleashed an economic tsunami on these very nations. With great fanfare, Trump unveiled what he termed “Liberation Day,” imposing severe tariffs that hadn’t been

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Will Trump Back Down From a Global Trade War?

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American Farmers Face Dire Consequences Amid Escalating Trade Tensions

“The real issue now will be how do countries like China respond…” As the sun rose over the vast fields of Worthington, Minnesota, American farmer Greg Porth embarked on yet another day of tending to his soybeans. Little did he know that beyond the serene landscape lay a storm brewing in international trade that would

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“Trump Bumps TikTok Decision Again”

Remember the time when Trump was in a fierce battle with TikTok? It seemed like every news outlet was buzzing with updates on this high-stakes drama. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and delve into the intricacies of this captivating story. In a move that surprised many, President Trump has once again delayed his

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Once upon a time, in a bustling White House, U.S. President Donald Trump made a grand proclamation that shook the world to its core. With an air of triumph, he unveiled his plan for reciprocal tariffs that would affect nearly every trading partner of the United States. As news of these sweeping measures spread like

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Universities Under Fire: Unmasking Trump’s Political Agenda Against Higher Education

“For four generations now, the university has been central to the United States’ prosperity and power.” Once upon a time, universities stood as beacons of progress and knowledge in the United States. They were cradles of innovation, nurturing breakthroughs that shaped the nation’s destiny. From winning World War II to pioneering internet technologies and scientific

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Inside the Evolution of U.S. Trade Policy with China

“All the news reports indicate Trump was the one making the decision on the scale and sweep of tariffs.” Back in 1972, when U.S. President Richard Nixon shared a toast with Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai during a banquet in Beijing, who could have foreseen that this gesture would mark the beginning of a complex economic

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Amid Global Turmoil: Trump’s Tariffs Shake China and U.S. Allies in Asia

“In many cases, the friend is worse than the foe in terms of trade,” Imagine a world where economic alliances shift like sand dunes under relentless winds. A realm where promises made one day crumble before the next dawn. This is the reality unfolding as President Donald Trump unleashes his economic arsenal not just on

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Ex-Pentagon Chief Uncovers Global Concerns Amid Signalgate Fallout

“I’ve talked to friends abroad who are very concerned with what they saw happen.” The world was shaken by the unfolding scandal known as Signalgate. As the White House scrambled to contain the fallout, former CIA Director and Defense Secretary Leon Panetta stepped into the spotlight. In an exclusive interview with Foreign Policy, he revealed

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Ah, April—the month where we dive headfirst into the realms of imagination and storytelling. It’s a time when book lovers everywhere eagerly anticipate new releases, eager to embark on literary journeys that transport them to distant lands and introduce them to intriguing characters. “nobody captures the super-sadness of modern Europe as well as Szalay.” One

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