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Apr 02 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Electric Car Sales Hit a Speed Bump

Tesla, the electric car maker, just had its worst sales drop ever. In the first three months of this year, sales fell by 13%. This means 50, 000 fewer cars were sold compared to the same time last year. To put it simply, Tesla delivered 336, 681 cars in this quarter. This is the biggest drop the com

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Apr 02 2025FINANCE

Tariffs and Turmoil: The Unpredictable Trade Battles

The global economy is currently in a state of upheaval, largely due to the trade disputes initiated by the US. The president has been using tariffs, which are essentially taxes on imported goods, as a tool to address what he perceives as unfair trading practices by other countries. The primary goal

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Apr 02 2025POLITICS

Global Trade Shake-Up: New Tariffs on the Horizon

The world is bracing for a significant shift in global trade. A prominent political figure is preparing to announce sweeping tariffs. These new taxes on imports are expected to target numerous countries, including some of America's biggest trading partners. The move comes after months of promises f

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Apr 02 2025FINANCE

Protests vs. Progress: Tesla's Battle Beyond Stock Prices

The "Tesla Takedown" movement is a grassroots effort aiming to drive Tesla's stock price down to force a margin call on Elon Musk's debt. This movement, however, is facing significant hurdles. Musk has cleverly restructured his finances to avoid any margin call risks. This makes the protesters' goal

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

European Allies Push Back Against US Diversity Rollback

European nations are standing their ground against recent moves by the US to dismantle diversity and inclusion efforts. This isn't sitting well with many European countries. France is one of the countries that is not happy about this. Laurent Saint-Martin, France's minister for foreign trade, made

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Trade Turmoil: What's Next for America's Trade Wars?

The world is watching as the United States gears up for a significant shift in trade policy. The buzzword is "Liberation Day, " set for April 2, when the U. S. plans to unveil a new set of tariffs. These tariffs are designed to match the duties that other countries impose on U. S. products, a move a

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Mar 31 2025FINANCE

Stock Market Shakes: Uncertainty Looms as Tariffs Approach

The stock market is currently experiencing a rough patch. The main culprit? A series of tariffs set to take effect soon. These tariffs have investors on edge, leading to a shaky start for the year. The S&P 500 index has taken a hit, down almost 6% so far this year. This is the worst start since 2020

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Mar 31 2025BUSINESS

The Tariff Tightrope: How Auto Jobs Hang in the Balance

The auto industry is in a tough spot. Tariffs on imported cars are coming, and they could hit American autoworkers hard. The idea is to bring jobs back to the US, but it's not that simple. The auto supply chain is a complex web that stretches across borders. Shutting down plants in Mexico and Canada

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Myanmar's Race Against Time: Global Aid Rallies as US Lags

In the aftermath of a massive 7. 7-magnitude earthquake, Myanmar is facing a daunting task of recovery. The earthquake has left a trail of destruction, particularly in Mandalay, the country's second-largest city. The disaster's full impact is still unfolding, with the death toll already at 1, 700 an

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Mar 31 2025FINANCE

Global Markets Shaken by Trade Uncertainty

The world's stock markets took a hit on a Monday, as investors prepared for a bumpy week ahead. The reason? More tariffs were expected from the U. S. president, targeting major trading partners. The S&P 500 dropped by more than 1% at the opening bell, adding to its recent losses. This decline has p

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