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The American way of life or simply the American way is the unique lifestyle of the people of the United States of America. It refers to a nationalist ethos that adheres to the principle of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. At the center of the American way is the American Dream that upward mobility is achievable by any American through hard work. This concept is intertwined with the concept of American exceptionalism, the belief in the unique culture of the nation
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina grew 5.2% in Q2 2025, beating forecasts despite tariffs and a weak property sector. Strong exports and manufacturing drove growth, but domestic consumption and real estate remain soft. The government stays on track for 5% annual growth but risks loom with tariffs and weak demand.
Reading Time : 2 minutesStarting October 2025, the US imposes a $250 Visa Integrity Fee on non-immigrant visas to curb overstays. Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries are exempt, but others face higher costs for tourism, study, or work.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The Pentagon just awarded $200 million contracts to OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, and Elon Musk’s xAI. The goal is to integrate advanced AI into defense and government operations. This move underscores the US military’s determination to stay ahead in the AI race, particularly against China. The initiative also introduces Musk’s “Grok for Government” AI tools.
Reading Time : 2 minutesApple is reportedly eyeing the US broadcasting rights for Formula 1, seeking to capitalize on the sport’s soaring popularity and its own successful F1 movie. With ESPN’s contract expiring, this move could significantly boost Apple TV+’s live sports offerings, attracting a massive new subscriber base as the bidding war for the lucrative rights intensifies.
Reading Time : 2 minutesElon Musk’s xAI secured a massive $10 billion funding round, significantly boosting its competitive stance in the AI sector. This capital, split between debt and equity, will fuel the expansion of its AI infrastructure, including the Grok platform and a colossal Memphis supercomputer with 1 million Nvidia GPUs. This highlights the escalating “AI arms race” and xAI’s aggressive push to lead the next generation of artificial intelligence.
Reading Time : 3 minutesThe US-China trade war is disrupting global shipping, with soaring container rates and port congestion as Chinese exporters rush to beat new U.S. tariffs. Equipment shortages and China’s retaliatory export controls threaten supply chains, while higher costs loom for consumers. The industry faces a turbulent future as geopolitical tensions reshape trade.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Trump is launching a mobile phone service and a golden smartphone, wrapped in patriotic branding. The $47 plan and $499 phone are aimed at his base, with promises of American-made hardware and bundled services. But experts doubt the production claims and worry about political conflicts in the venture’s structure.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Trump’s new 25% tariffs on pharmaceuticals aim to boost U.S. manufacturing. The move could reshape global drug supply chains and spark retaliation. Major exporters like Ireland, China, and Germany may face steep losses. Consumers in the U.S. could see rising prices.
Reading Time : 2 minutesPresident Trump’s doubling of steel and aluminum tariffs to 50% has drawn sharp criticism from the EU, risking trade talks and raising costs globally. While aiming to boost U.S. steel production, the move complicates relations with allies like the UK and threatens retaliatory actions. Negotiations remain tense as both sides seek a way forward.
Reading Time : 2 minutes China’s chip industry is pushing ahead fast despite U.S. sanctions. Hygon is set to unveil a powerful processor, while merging with Sugon to boost local tech capabilities. This marks a clear step toward reducing foreign tech reliance and securing a strong place in the global semiconductor arena.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Moody’s downgraded the US credit rating from AAA to Aa1 due to rising debt and interest burdens. It’s a historic shift with global impact, sparking market jitters and political pushback.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Trump signed an executive order to create a U.S. Bitcoin reserve, pushing to make the country the global crypto leader. The move sparks heated debate, with supporters hailing innovation and critics warning of volatility and state-backed speculation.
Reading Time : 2 minutes A temporary reduction in US-China tariffs has been agreed upon, easing economic tensions. But both sides remain cautious, aware that the deeper political rift hasn’t healed. Xi Jinping warns against bullying, while Washington keeps its guard up.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The Gilded Age dazzled with wealth but simmered with unrest. Beneath the glamor of tycoons and towering industry was a reality of corruption, labor strikes, and extreme inequality. This era built America’s modern economy but left deep social scars.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s $12B Chinese market lifeline has snapped after the U.S. blocked H20 chip exports, prompting a major loss and stock drop.
