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Reading Time : 2 minutes May 1st honors the people who make the world work. From its fiery beginnings in 1886 to today’s diverse celebrations, it’s a global call for dignity, fairness, and solidarity among workers everywhere.
Reading Time : 2 minutes As US tariffs disrupt global trade, the EU and China are moving to reset their economic partnership. High-level talks, new agreements, and mutual market openings signal a pragmatic shift, with both sides aiming to counter American protectionism and stabilize their trade relations for the future.
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.
Reading Time : 2 minutes China’s decision to halt Boeing deliveries amid soaring U.S. tariffs marks a major escalation in the trade war. With billions in potential losses and soaring maintenance costs for Chinese airlines, Boeing faces a tough battle in its crucial China market. The tit-for-tat tariffs threaten global economic stability as both nations brace for prolonged conflict.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Foreign investors are pulling away from U.S. assets as volatility, inflation fears, and trade uncertainty erode trust in the American economy. Confidence is slipping fast, and markets are feeling it.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Fearing price hikes from new tariffs, many Americans are upgrading their iPhones sooner than planned. With costs of manufacturing in China skyrocketing, Apple may soon pass these increases on to consumers, prompting a retail panic.
Reading Time : 2 minutesBelgium is bracing for economic turbulence as new U.S. tariffs threaten to slash its export revenue and shave billions off its GDP. With key sectors like chemicals and machinery at risk, officials warn of serious repercussions. The EU is rallying for a coordinated response while the ECB signals concern over inflation and growth. It’s a tense moment for Belgian trade and political stability.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s stock volatility reveals deeper concerns about how fast AI is actually being adopted. As export fears and new tariffs loom, investors grow impatient with the slow real-world payoff from cutting-edge AI tech.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The impending 25% tariffs on imported vehicles are causing a surge in car sales as consumers rush to buy before prices rise significantly.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina, Japan, and South Korea have agreed to join forces against U.S. tariffs, marking a significant shift in regional trade dynamics.
Reading Time : 2 minutes U.S. scientists face uncertainty as funding cuts threaten research careers. Many are considering relocation to countries like France, where stable support and new opportunities exist. With 75% of researchers thinking about leaving, the U.S. risks losing its scientific edge. How will this shift affect global innovation?
Reading Time : 2 minutes A leaked Signal chat exposed US officials’ harsh criticism of European allies, sparking diplomatic tensions and raising questions about security protocols.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina leads in industrial robotics, surpassing Allemagne and Japan in robot density. Domestic manufacturers now control nearly half of the market, but reliance on foreign semiconductors poses risks. The workforce is adapting to automation, yet concerns remain about job displacement. While China dominates deployment, its technological dependence makes long-term competitiveness uncertain.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThailand’s $28 billion mega canal project remains an ambitious but uncertain vision. Originally planned to bypass the Strait of Malacca, the idea has given way to a landbridge project, offering a more practical solution for trade. While the canal concept isn’t entirely abandoned, Thailand’s current focus is on developing an efficient overland transport corridor.