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Frenchman missing in Iran for weeks gives rise to hostage concerns
The National News
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A Frenchman has been missing in Iran since mid-June, France's minister responsible for the country's residents abroad said on Monday. Paris has no details on what has happened to the man, Laurent Saint-Martin, who is also trade minister, told RTL...
Asian nations push for US tariff concessions
Gulf Today
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July 8, 2025
Powerhouse Asian economies Japan and South Korea said on Tuesday they would try to negotiate with the US to soften the impact of sharply higher tariffs that President Donald Trump now plans to impose from the start of August. Trump ramped up his...
Call For Nominations: CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa 2025 Expands Across 15 African Countries
Daily Independent
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July 8, 2025
2 The CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa is proud to announce the official Call for Nominations for its 2025 edition, now expanded to include participation from 15 African countries. This prestigious platform continues to celebrate visionary leaders...
Japan, South Korea Seek Talks With US To Ease Trump’s August Tariff Hike
StratNews Global
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July 8, 2025
Home Indo-Pacific Japan Japan, South Korea Seek Talks With US To Ease Trump’s August Tariff... Trump ramped up his trade war again on Monday, telling 14 nations that they would face tariffs ranging from 25% for countries, including Japan and South...
‘It’s impossible’: Extreme heat in Philadelphia causes Chelsea to shorten training ahead of pivotal Club World Cup match
CNN
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June 24, 2025
CNN — Chelsea cut short its training session on Monday in Philadelphia ahead of a key FIFA Club World Cup match against Tunisian side ES Tunis due to soaring temperatures. The Blues trained at Subaru Park, the home of Major League Soccer (MLS)...
Asian states seek concessions ahead of August deadline
BusinessLIVE
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Washington/Tokyo — Powerhouse Asian economies Japan and South Korea said on Tuesday they would try to negotiate with the US to soften the impact of sharply higher tariffs that President Donald Trump now plans to impose from the start of August....
Trump announces new tariffs of up to 40% on a growing number of countries The "reciprocal" tariffs were expected to go into effect Wednesday. In some cases, the letters Trump sent specify tariff rates that are higher or lower compared to April levels.…
Yahoo News
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President Donald Trump cranked up the pressure Monday on America’s trading partners, firing off letters to heads of several countries, informing them of their new tariff rate. But at the same time, Trump took some of the edge off by signing an...
Chelsea through to knockouts, Benfica beat Bayern
The Rising Nepal
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Philadelphia, June 26: Chelsea beat Esperance of Tunisia 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a Club World Cup last-16 tie against Benfica, who defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 earlier in searing heat. Elsewhere minnows Auckland City claimed a memorable draw...
Chelsea through to Club World Cup knockouts as Benfica stun Bayern
Gulf Today
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June 26, 2025
Chelsea beat Esperance of Tunisia 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a Club World Cup last-16 tie against Benfica, who defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 earlier in searing heat. Elsewhere, minnows Auckland City claimed a memorable draw against Boca Juniors while...
SPECIAL REPORT: A vision for lasting peace within a generation
The Jewish News
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July 7, 2025
There are two diametrically opposed ways of looking at the future of the Middle East. In one, regional wars continue and escalate, a powder keg that risks igniting a global conflict. In the other, serious steps towards peace and reconciliation...
Asian nations push for US tariff concessions before August deadline
The Gazette - Colorado
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By Jeff Mason and Leika Kihara WASHINGTON/TOKYO (Reuters) -Powerhouse Asian economies Japan and South Korea said on Tuesday they would try to negotiate with the U.S. to soften the impact of sharply higher tariffs that President Donald Trump now...
Japan, South Korea Desperate to Reduce 25% Tariff by August
Asia Financial
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July 8, 2025
Leaders of Japan and South Korea are desperate to get the United States to reduce its proposed tariffs, which currently stand at 25% for the two most dynamic economies in North Asia. The trade onslaught launched by the Trump Administration has...
Chelsea advance to Club knockouts
Taipei Times
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June 25, 2025
Chelsea on Tuesday beat Esperance of Tunisia 3-0 to set up a FIFA Club World Cup last-16 tie against SL Benfica, who earlier defeated Bayern Munich 1-0, as furnace-link heat and the threat of thunder and lightning wreak havoc at the tournament....
Japan, South Korea seek to negotiate on tariffs before August deadline
The Gazette - Colorado
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By Jeff Mason and Leika Kihara WASHINGTON/TOKYO (Reuters) -Powerhouse Asian economies Japan and South Korea said on Tuesday they would try to negotiate with the U.S. to soften the impact of sharply higher tariffs that President Donald Trump now...
Chelsea qualify for round of 16 of CWC after win against Esperance FC
GhanaWeb
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June 25, 2025
Chelsea secured a comfortable 3-0 win over Tunisian champions Esperance, advancing to the last 16 of the Club World Cup. Goals from Tosin Adarabioyo, Liam Delap, and Tyrique George sealed the victory for the Blues in the sweltering heat at Lincoln...
Body found following boat fire, Family Dollar sold, tariff talks ramp up
WTKR 3 - Virginia
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July 8, 2025
TOP STORIES: Body found following boat fire, Family Dollar sold, tariff talks ramp up A body was discovered following a boat fire in the Elizabeth River in Portsmouth last week, Virginia Marine Police said Monday. Body recovered from boat fire in...
Japan, South Korea seek to soften tariff blow before August deadline
The Malaysian Star
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July 8, 2025
WASHINGTON/TOKYO (Reuters) -Powerhouse Asian economies Japan and South Korea said on Tuesday they would try to negotiate with the U.S. to soften the impact of sharply higher tariffs that President Donald Trump now plans to impose from the start of...
Stocks dip as trade war intensifies
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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July 8, 2025
Stocks on Wall Street closed broadly lower Monday as the White House stepped up pressure on major trading partners to make deals before punishing tariffs imposed by the U.S. take effect. The S&P 500 fell 0.8% for its biggest loss since mid-June....
Chelsea through to CWC knockouts, Benfica beat Bayern
Oman Observer
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June 25, 2025
PHILADELPHIA: Chelsea beat Esperance of Tunisia 3-0 on Tuesday to set up a Club World Cup last-16 tie against Benfica, who defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 earlier in searing heat. Elsewhere minnows Auckland City claimed a memorable draw against Boca...
Oil prices retreat on tariff uncertainty and higher OPEC+ output
Shafaq News
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2025-07-08T05:30:25+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News Oil prices retreated on Tuesday after rising almost 2% in the previous session as investors assessed new developments on U.S. tariffs and a higher-than-expected OPEC+ output...