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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 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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May 04 2025BUSINESS

Shop Smart: How Tariffs Are Changing Your Shopping Habits

Retailers are urging shoppers to buy now before tariffs increase prices. This is a direct response to the trade war. Many brands are using this situation to their advantage. They are encouraging customers to stock up before prices go up. The trade war has caused a lot of uncertainty in the retail i

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May 03 2025BUSINESS

US Shoppers Face Higher Costs as China Packages Get Taxed

The United States has made a big change in how it handles small packages coming from China. Starting May 2, there is no longer a special rule that let these packages enter the country without extra taxes. This rule, called the de minimis exemption, used to let companies like Temu, Shein, and AliExpr

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May 03 2025SCIENCE

Scientists Create a Black Hole Bomb in the Lab

Scientists have successfully made a black hole bomb in a lab. This is a big deal because it proves a theory that has been around for a long time. The theory was first described in 1972. It talked about how mirrors could trap and boost waves coming from a spinning black hole. This idea was based

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May 03 2025FINANCE

The Billionaire's Take on Trade Wars and Berkshire's Future

The renowned investor Warren Buffett, CEO of the massive company Berkshire Hathaway, recently spoke out about the ongoing trade wars. He made it clear that he believes these trade disputes are a significant mistake, likening them to acts of war. Buffett emphasized that trade should be a tool for coo

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May 03 2025FINANCE

The Hidden Cost of Car Parts

Car owners in the United States are in for a surprise. Prices for new and used cars, as well as repair and insurance costs, are set to increase. Why? Because of new tariffs on imported car parts. These tariffs, which took effect recently, are part of a broader plan to boost domestic manufacturin

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May 03 2025HEALTH

Tuberculosis: The Mystery of Hidden Infections

Tuberculosis, or TB, is a sneaky disease. It can hide in the body, making it tough to spot. Doctors often use sputum cultures to find TB bacteria. But sometimes, these tests come up empty, even when TB is present. This is where things get tricky. New, super-sensitive tests like GeneXpert MTB/RIF Ult

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