30 h. ago Asia Gains Lead in Race for Interim Deals to Avoid Trump Tariffs

Asian economies geared for exports and facing some of the highest US “reciprocal” tariffs are leading the way over their western counterparts in trade negotiations with the Trump administration.

Economics

30 h. ago ECB Prepares for June Cut as Economy Hurt Even If Trade Is Fixed

European Central Bank officials are preparing to lower interest rates further, expecting lasting damage to the economy from US tariffs even if Donald Trump’s administration softens its stance in the weeks ahead.

Economics

35 h. ago Things to know about the US coal industry and proposed changes under the Trump administration

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed several changes that would affect the struggling U.S. coal industry. Trump issued executive orders this month to allow mining on federal land. He has used his emergency authority to allow some older coal-fired power plants set for retirement to keep producing electricity to meet the […]

Politics

54 h. ago John Ivison: On campaign’s final weekend, the Grits have the momentum

Mark Carney has succeeded in branding himself as the man to address the fears of millions about the Trump administration

Sport

3 d. ago Energy Secretary Tries to Reassure US Oil Bosses Amid Trade War

Energy Secretary Chris Wright sought to reassure US oil companies during a visit to Oklahoma, saying turmoil from President Donald Trump’s trade war is apt to be fleeting and the administration fully supports more crude output.

Politics

4 d. ago Judge rules the Trump administration violated a 2019 settlement in deporting a man to El Salvador

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge nominated by President Donald Trump ordered his administration to facilitate the return of a man who was deported to El Salvador last month despite having a pending asylum application. U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher in Maryland ruled Wednesday that the government violated a 2019 settlement agreement when it deported […]

Politics

4 d. ago Trump says baby bonuses are a ‘good idea.’ Can cash boost birth rates?

The Trump administration is reportedly exploring ways to reverse America’s declining birthrate by offering incentives for larger families, potentially including a baby bonus.

Politics

4 d. ago Rubio says Iran must give up nuclear enrichment in any deal with U.S.

WASHINGTON — Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in an interview released Wednesday that Iran must give up all nuclear enrichment if it wants to make a deal during talks with the Trump administration and head off the threat of an armed conflict. Iran insists its nuclear program is for civilian energy use and says […]

Science

4 d. ago US Officials Mull Easing Tariffs Targeting the Auto Industry

The Trump administration is considering whether to reduce certain tariffs targeting the auto industry that carmaker executives have warned would deal a severe blow to profits and jobs.

Economics

5 d. ago Justice Department brings first terrorism case against alleged high

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department has charged an alleged high-ranking member of Tren de Aragua in Colombia with terrorism offences, making the first case of its kind against a member of the gang the Trump administration has designated a foreign terrorist organization, officials said Wednesday. The case is part of a broad push to target […]

Events

5 d. ago A dozen states sue the Trump administration to stop tariff policy

NEW YORK — A dozen states sued the Trump administration in the U.S. Court of International Trade in New York on Wednesday to stop its tariff policy, saying it is unlawful and has brought chaos to the American economy. The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Donald Trump has been subject to […]

Politics

5 d. ago Bessent Says US Backs IMF and World Bank, While Calling for Reforms

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called for a course correction for the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, while saying they serve “critical roles” and the Trump administration is willing to work with them.

Society

5 d. ago New York Democrats Push to Bring Back State Tax on Stock Sales

The threat of deep cuts in federal funding from the Trump administration is reigniting a push to bring back New York’s tax on stock sales.

Economics

6 d. ago Tesla Q1 profit falls sharply as it fights backlash tied to Musk’s role in Trump administration

NEW YORK (AP) — Tesla’s first-quarter profits plunged by more than two-thirds amid a backlash against Elon Musk’s electric car company that has hurt sales and sent its stock plunging. The Austin, Texas, company said Tuesday that quarterly profits fell by 70% to to $409 million, or 12 cents a share. That’s far below analyst […]

Politics

6 d. ago Tesla, hammered by protests and plummeting sales, to report 1st quarter performance

Tesla reports first-quarter financial results after the bell Tuesday with the electric vehicle maker coping with sluggish sales and fallout from its CEO’s prominent role in the Trump administration. Wall Street expects Tesla to report a profit of 41 cents per share, down slightly from the year-ago quarter. Sales are estimated at $21.3 billion, on […]

Culture

6 d. ago Orsted Shares Slump After Trump Escalates Offshore Wind Threat

Orsted A/S shares dropped almost 10% on the first day of trading since President Donald Trump’s administration ordered another developer to halt construction of a wind farm off the US coast.

Other

6 d. ago Harvard poursuit l’administration Trump en justice contre le gel de ses subventions

Harvard a attaqué lundi l’administration Trump en justice au sujet du gel de subventions fédérales destinées à la prestigieuse université américaine.

Politics

6 d. ago Harvard poursuit l’administration Trump contre le gel de ses subventions

Le gouvernement accuse l’université d’avoir laissé prospérer l’antisémitisme pendant des mouvements étudiants.

Politics

7 d. ago Smackover Lithium’s South West Arkansas Project Receives Special Designation as a Priority Transparency Critical Mineral Project From the Trump Administration

LEWISVILLE, Ark., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Smackover Lithium, a Joint Venture (“JV”) between Standard Lithium Ltd. (“Standard Lithium” or the “Company”) (TSXV:SLI) (NYSE:A:SLI) and Equinor, is proud to announce that its South West Arkansas (“SWA”) Project has been selected as one of the first critical mineral production projects to be advanced under Executive […]

Politics

7 d. ago Harvard sues Trump administration over funding freeze, escalating standoff

Trump’s administration had called for broad reforms at the university, and froze billions of dollars in federal funding after Harvard leaders defied the government's demands.

Politics