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Supreme Court Upholds Deportations Under 1798 Law with Due Process Protections

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​In a landmark decision on April 7, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to lift a lower court’s block on the Trump administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. This law allows the president to deport non-citizens from countries deemed hostile during wartime. The Court’s ruling enables the administration to proceed with […]

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Global Markets React to U.S.-China Trade Escalation

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​At midnight on April 9, 2025, the United States implemented a significant escalation in its trade dispute with China, enforcing a 104% tariff on Chinese imports. This measure, announced by President Donald Trump, aims to counter China’s 34% tariff on U.S. goods imposed earlier this month. The immediate impact was evident in global financial markets.

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Challenges Facing Electric Vehicle Adoption in the U.S.

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​Recent trends indicate a decline in American interest in electric vehicles (EVs), influenced by factors beyond high-profile figures like Elon Musk. A 2024 study by J.D. Power revealed that only 24% of potential U.S. buyers were “very likely” to consider an EV, down from 26% the previous year. Key deterrents include high purchase prices, with

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Prince Harry Challenges UK Government Over Security Protections

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​Prince Harry has initiated an appeal against a High Court ruling concerning his security arrangements in the United Kingdom. Represented by lawyer Shaheed Fatima KC, the Duke of Sussex contends that he was “singled out” and subjected to “inferior” treatment by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) following his decision to step back from

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Trump Grants 75-Day Extension on TikTok Ban Amid China Tariff Disputes

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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order extending the deadline for ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to divest its U.S. operations by an additional 75 days. This decision comes after recent escalations in U.S.-China trade tensions, including the imposition of a 104% tariff on Chinese goods. The extension aims to provide more time for

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U.S. and Iran Dispute Nature of Nuclear Talks

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​On April 7, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran had commenced direct talks concerning Iran’s nuclear program. Speaking from the Oval Office alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump stated, “We’re having direct talks with Iran, and they’ve started. It’ll go on Saturday. We have a very big meeting,

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Artist’s Career in Jeopardy After Trump’s Criticism of Portrait

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British artist Sarah A. Boardman, known for her official portrait of former U.S. President Donald Trump displayed in Colorado’s State Capitol since 2019, is facing significant challenges to her 41-year art career following Trump’s public criticism of her work. In March 2025, Trump described the painting as “purposefully distorted” and “truly the worst,” leading to

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China Criticizes U.S. Tariff Actions Amid Rising Trade Tensions

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China has strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s recent imposition of a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, labeling the move as “blackmail” and a “serious violation” of international trade norms. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce emphasized that such unilateral actions undermine the global trade order and harm the interests of consumers worldwide.​ In retaliation, China has

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Why Is JD Vance Heading to Greenland? Senator’s Trip with Wife Raises Questions

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Vice President JD Vance’s upcoming trip to Greenland, accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance, has garnered significant attention and raised several questions. The visit, initially described by the White House as an opportunity to “celebrate Greenlandic culture and unity,” includes plans to attend the island’s national dogsled race and visit historical sites .​ However, the

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Harry Quits Diana’s Memorial Charity in Emotional Split – ‘Devastated’ by Decision

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​Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has resigned from his role as patron of Sentebale, the African charity he co-founded in 2006 with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in honor of their mothers. This decision follows significant internal conflicts within the organization, particularly involving the chairwoman, Dr. Sophie Chandauka. The charity’s board of trustees, including Timothy

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