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The US tariff delay buoyed global markets and lifted the auto sector, with stocks in Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul climbing

Trump Raises Global Tensions As 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Threaten Trade War

Donald Trump had the world's leading economies on edge Tuesday as the US president prepared to unveil a promised raft of tariffs that could trigger a cascading global trade war.

Republicans Sweep Florida's Special Elections To Maintain Narrow House Majority
In what was widely considered a referendum on President Donald Trump's first 10 weeks in office, Republican candidates won their special elections to the House of Representatives in his home state of Florida on Tuesday.
No 'Eye For An Eye' Approach To US Tariffs: Mexico
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Tuesday there will be no "eye for an eye" approach as the country braces for new US import tariffs kicking in this week.
Trump Advisor Waltz Faces New Pressure Over Gmail Usage
US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, who has faced calls to resign over his role in the recent Yemen chat group scandal, saw renewed scrutiny Tuesday after the Washington Post reported on his usage of Gmail for official work.
Trump's Election Executive Order Under Fire As Democrats, Nonprofits Launch Legal Battle
The lawsuit claims that Trump overstepped his authority with the Mar. 25 executive order.
Senator Cory Booker Delivers Marathon Speech Against Trump Administration Policies
A prominent member of the Senate Democratic leadership, Booker's extended address comes at a time when Democratic leaders in Washington are under mounting pressure from their supporters to take more assertive action against the Trump administration.
Elon Musk Claims He's Supporting Ashley St. Clair's Child Despite Uncertainty Over Fatherhood
Elon Musk denies financial retaliation against Ashley St. Clair, claiming he supports her child despite uncertainty over paternity.
Carmakers Face Doubts And Jolts Over US Tariffs
Raise prices or cut into their margins, open or close factories: carmakers must soon make major decisions as the United States imposes stiff tariffs on imported vehicles.
Trump Signs Executive Order To Combat Ticket Gouging, As Kid Rock And Industry Leaders Back Reform
The executive order directs key officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, to ensure full compliance with the tax laws and other regulations regarding ticket scalping.

GM Leads First Quarter US Auto Sales As Tariffs Loom

General Motors led US vehicle sales in the first quarter, according to company reports Tuesday, as the industry braces for President Donald Trump's incoming tariffs this week.

Economy in Focus

Eurozone Inflation Eases In March As Tariff Threat Looms
Inflation in the eurozone slowed further in March, official data showed on Tuesday, indicating possible breathing room for policymakers despite the threat of turbulence from US trade tariffs.
'Tariff Man': Trump's Long History With Trade Wars
Tariffs: Economic 'Liberation' Or Straitjacket?

War in Ukraine

Ukraine Accuses Russia Of 'War Crime' With Military Hospital Strike
Ukraine accused Russia of committing a "war crime" during its weekend attack on the city of Kharkiv, as the US-backed ceasefire efforts continue to prove elusive.
Bloated, Limping, And Twitching: Is Putin Dying? Zelensky Thinks So
Amidst escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the conflict in Ukraine, speculations regarding Vladimir Putin's health have intensified.
Argentina Seeking $20 Billion IMF Loan
Argentina has sought a $20 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, the country's economy minister said Thursday, as the government struggles to hold on to foreign reserves while propping up an ailing currency.
Ukraine Needs European Troops With 'Readiness To Fight': Kyiv Aide
Ukraine needs a "serious" contribution from Europe of troops who are ready to fight, and not peacekeepers, after any end of hostilities with Russia, a senior aide to President Volodymyr Zelensky told AFP on Wednesday.

Political Support Leading To Increasing Fallout For Crypto

Support for cryptocurrencies from US President Donald Trump or Argentine leader Javier Milei has seen investors lose billions of dollars and is damaging a sector struggling for credibility, researchers told AFP. "The entire crypto industry is being tarnished," said Claire Balva, strategy director for fintech company Deblock.

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