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May 08 2025BUSINESS

U. S. and U. K. Ink Trade Agreement Amidst Global Tensions

The U. S. and U. K. have struck a trade agreement, marking a significant move in global trade politics. This comes after a period of intense negotiations and market volatility caused by recent tariff changes. The details of the agreement are not yet public, but it is expected to be extensive. The U.

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May 08 2025BUSINESS

China's Economic Turmoil: Workers Fight for Fair Pay as Tariffs Bite

China is currently facing a wave of worker protests. This is due to unpaid wages and unfair layoffs. The root cause? US tariffs on Chinese goods. These tariffs have put immense pressure on Chinese factories. Many have shut down or cut jobs, leaving workers in the lurch. The situation is dire. In so

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May 08 2025BUSINESS

China's Trade Talk Shift: Markets React Positively

There's been a noticeable change in China's stance on trade talks with the U. S. Chinese officials have recently started considering talks with the U. S. This is a significant shift from last week, when they flat-out rejected any discussions while the U. S. maintained its "unilateral tariffs. " T

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May 08 2025BUSINESS

Barbie Prices on the Rise: Tariffs Hit Toy Makers Hard

First off, let's talk about how tariffs are shaking up the toy industry. Mattel, the company behind Barbie, has announced that it will have to raise prices on some of its products in the U. S. This move comes as a direct result of the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The company has also

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May 08 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Big Trade News: What's Really Going On?

The world is buzzing with anticipation as a major trade announcement is on the horizon. The buzz is all about a significant trade agreement that's supposed to be unveiled. This news comes after a period of intense trade tensions and high tariffs that have been causing headaches for both the US and g

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May 08 2025FINANCE

Tariffs and Rates: The Fed's Dilemma

The Federal Reserve, America's central bank, has chosen not to change interest rates. This is due to the uncertainty caused by President Trump's tariffs. The decision was made public on a Wednesday. This is the third time in a row that the Fed has decided not to act. The key lending rate remains aro

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Who Gets Smarter from Anti-Bias Training?

Nowadays, it's clear that everyone makes mistakes when thinking. Even with all the new methods to help people think better, not everyone gets better at it. A recent study looked at why some people improve more than others. It turns out, how open-minded someone is might be more important than how

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May 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Unlocking Emotions Through Brain Waves: The Power of Personal and Shared Patterns

The world of emotions is complex. It is hard to understand how we feel and why we feel that way. Scientists have been working on ways to read emotions through brain waves. This is done with a tool called EEG. EEG stands for Electroencephalography. It measures electrical activity in the brain.

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May 06 2025LIFESTYLE

Yoga: The Gender Gap and Pandemic Shifts

Yoga has become a popular way to stay fit and relax. But why do some people do it more often than others? And why do men and women have different experiences with it? A recent investigation looked into these questions. It also checked how the COVID-19 pandemic changed where and how often people

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May 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood's New Hurdle: The Tariff Twist

The entertainment world was taken aback by a sudden announcement. A former president suggested slapping tariffs on movies made outside the U. S. This idea sparked a mix of bewilderment and anxiety among industry insiders. The initial proposal, shared on a social media platform, suggested taxing m

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