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Nov 19 2025BUSINESS

Trade Takes a Hit: What Happened in August?

In August, trade numbers took a dive. The reason? New tariffs. These taxes on imports and exports started on August 7th. They came from the U. S. government. The result? A big drop in trade. First, let's talk about imports. These are goods and services bought from other countries. In August, they d

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Nov 18 2025SCIENCE

Space Weather Predictions: Are They Hitting the Mark?

The UK's Met Office Space Weather Operations Centre, established in 2014, has been working to help the country prepare for space weather events. They provide daily forecasts, including four-day geomagnetic storm forecasts (GMSF) and X-ray flare forecasts (XRFF). But how good are these predictions?

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Money Plan Hits a Snag

Trump has been talking about giving Americans a $2, 000 check from tariff money. But there's a big problem: new laws need to be made for this to happen. Trump said the money would come next year. He thinks the U. S. has enough money from tariffs to do this. But others aren't so sure. They say only

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Food Prices and Politics: What's Cooking in the U. S. ?

In a surprising move, tariffs on various food items, including beef, coffee, and tropical fruits, were recently removed. This decision came shortly after a significant electoral setback for Republicans, largely due to voter dissatisfaction with the high cost of living. However, it's important to not

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Trump's Trade War: A Supreme Court Showdown

The Supreme Court is currently reviewing a case that could significantly alter President Trump's trade policies. Several states and small businesses are contesting the legality of Trump's tariffs, and many of the justices seem sympathetic to their arguments. Trump has been using the International E

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Nov 16 2025BUSINESS

Switzerland's Trade Deal: A Smart Move or a Risky Bet?

Switzerland has struck a new trade deal with the United States, but not everyone is happy about it. The deal aims to lower import tariffs for Swiss products in the U. S. from a whopping 39% to a more reasonable 15%. In return, Swiss companies are expected to invest a massive $200 billion in the U. S

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Nov 16 2025SCIENCE

Sun Bursts: How Experts Predict Solar Flares

Ever wondered how scientists keep an eye on the sun's temper tantrums? The Met Office Space Weather Operations Centre is like a 24/7/365 solar bodyguard. They watch the sun round the clock. Their job is to warn us about solar flares. These are sudden bursts of energy from the sun. They can mess with

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Trump's U-Turn on Food Tariffs: What's Cooking?

In a surprising move, President Donald Trump has decided to lower taxes on a bunch of foods like coffee, beef, and bananas. This change comes after he kept saying these taxes weren't making food more expensive for people. Now, it looks like he's changing his mind because people are not happy about p

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Nov 15 2025FINANCE

The Hidden Cost of Dropping Tariffs

People often talk about tariffs and how they affect prices. But what happens when these tariffs go away? It's not just about cheaper goods. There's a bigger picture to consider. First, let's think about inflation. When tariffs are removed, the immediate effect might seem positive. Prices of importe

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Nov 15 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Flip: What It Means for Your Groceries

Let's talk about how Trump's recent tariff changes might affect your grocery bill. First, let's understand what's happening. Trump has decided to cut tariffs on some important food items. This includes things like coffee, cocoa, bananas, and certain types of beef. He's also taken some fruits off th

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