WASHINGTON — The annual White House tradition of rolling Easter eggs across the South Lawn is expected to proceed this year despite concern over egg prices and strain on supply in recent months due to avian flu, a decision that’s getting mixed reviews from American egg farmers. “They were saying that for Easter ‘please don’t … Read more
Hungary announced it would leave the International Criminal Court during a visit by Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces an ICC arrest warrant.
Getty Images Stock markets in London, Paris and Berlin fell as trading began on Thursday after US President Donald Trump’s sweeping announcements on tariffs. The UK’s FTSE 100 share index was down 1% while France’s Cac 40 fell 1.7%. Earlier Asian markets had slid, while the price of gold, which is seen as a safer … Read more
After being smacked with double-digit percentage tariffs by a key ally, Japan finds itself with few retaliatory options. Since President Trump began threatening broad tariffs in January, Japan has pursued a conciliatory strategy, with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba pledging in February to boost U.S. investment to $1 trillion. Up until the day before Mr. Trump’s … Read more
NEW YORK — A police officer in upstate New York will not face criminal charges in the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy who pointed what turned out to be a BB gun, state Attorney General Letitia James announced Wednesday. Nyah Mway was shot and killed after he fled from officers questioning him and another … Read more
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order on tariffs, in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 2, 2025. — Reuters US President Donald Trump said he would impose a 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the United States and higher duties on some of the country’s biggest … Read more
Getty Images High tariffs on China and Bangladesh can help Indian textile manufacturers to expand in the US market Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs have shaken global trade, but disruption often creates opportunity. Starting 9 April, Indian goods will face tariffs of up to 27% (Trump’s tariff chart lists India’s rate as 26%, but the official … Read more
A high school student was charged with murder after Frisco, Texas, police said he fatally stabbed another student during a confrontation at a track meet Wednesday morning. Police said they were called to Frisco Independent School District’s Kuykendall Stadium at about 10 a.m. after a 17-year-old stabbed a 17-year-old during a confrontation. Police had previously said … Read more
An aerial view shows flattened buildings and one damaged following an earthquake on March 28, in a location given as Mandalay region, Myanmar, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video released March 31, 2025. — Reuters Weather officials warn of unseasonal rain. Rains could complicate rescue, relief efforts. Leader set to fly … Read more
The impact of these tariffs on the world economy will be huge. They can be measured by the lines on a chart of US tariff revenue jumping to levels not seen in a century – beyond those seen during the high protectionism of the 1930s. Or in the coming stock market bloodbath, especially in Asia. … Read more
