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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...
‘Almost impossible to train’ – Chelsea draft in huge FANS to combat extreme ‘code red’ Club World Cup conditions
The Sun
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June 23, 2025
ENZO MARESCA claims the heat is hitting Chelsea’s Club World Cup bid because it is “almost impossible to train”. The Blues boss cut short his final training session ahead of their decisive Group D game with ES Tunis as temperatures neared 40C. 3...
Chelsea forced to cut Club World Cup training short for unique reason
Sporting News
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June 24, 2025
Enzo Maresca was left fuming after seeing sweltering 41 degrees Celsius weather conditions forced Chelsea to cut a training session short in the USA. The Blues are preparing to take on ES Tunis at the FIFA Club World Cup. The game will take place...
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...
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....
Today-History-Jul14
New West Record
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July 4, 2025
Today in History for July 14: On this date: In 1430, Joan of Arc, taken prisoner by the Burgundians in May, was handed over to Pierre Cauchon, the bishop of Beauvais. Today in History for July 14: On this date: In 1430, Joan of Arc, taken prisoner...
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...
New tariffs announced
CNN
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July 7, 2025
CNN — 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...
Trump announces new tariffs up to 40% on several countries
RNZ
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July 7, 2025
By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN File photo. US President Donald Trump said he took particular issue with trade deficits the US runs with Japan and South Korea. Photo: AFP US President Donald Trump has cranked up the pressure on America's trading...
A new Israeli tunnel project will divide the West Bank in two
The New Arab
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July 7, 2025
The Israeli government last month greenlighted the “Fabric of Life” project, a West Bank infrastructure plan that aims to divert Palestinian traffic through a special bypass road and block their access to a vast area between Jerusalem and the...
Oil slips in wake of US tariffs
Business Day
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Singapore — Oil prices retreated on Tuesday after rising almost 2% in the previous session as investors assessed new developments on US tariffs and a higher-than-expected Opec+ output hike for August. Brent crude futures dipped 22c, or 0.3%, at...
Trump hits Japan, South Korea, others with new tariffs
The Citizen (Nigeria)
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July 8, 2025
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...
US delays higher tariffs but announces new rates for some nations
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 8, 2025
President Donald Trump has delayed imposing higher tariffs on US imports, while sending letters to 14 countries including Japan and South Korea detailing the levies they face. The latest development on global trade by Trump comes as a 90-day pause...
Oil eases as traders assess US tariffs, OPEC+ output hike
Zawya
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SINGAPORE: 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 hike for August. Brent crude futures dipped 22 cents, or 0.3%,...
Despite Club World Cup success, questions loom around Chelsea's financial future
FourFourTwo
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July 7, 2025
All things considered, it has been a pretty sweet start to the summer for Chelsea Football Club. The Blues have won seven of their last nine matches, none more important than a come-from-behind 4-1 victory against Real Betis in the Conference...
My favorite travel souvenirs are always edible
Odessa American - Texas
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July 7, 2025
Looking for the perfect vacation souvenir? Favorite ingredients, new flavors and inspiring recipes make travel unforgettable. Photo credit: Pexels By Kristen Wood Taking home a magnet, T-shirt or postcard can bring back fond memories of a...
Lunch Wrap: ASX hangs in there as new tariff threats sink in
Stockhead
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July 8, 2025
The ASX has clawed its way back to positively flat territory despite some strong tariff-borne headwinds. Pic: Getty Images ASX 200 struggles back into green by lunchtime Info tech and gold stocks prop up struggling market Trump sends out dozens of...
Trump ‘all for’ Iran peace talks, but ‘ready, willing and able’ to strike again
Yahoo News
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President Trump said he was “all for” lasting peace with Iran but “ready, willing and able” to strike if Tehran poses additional threats to the U.S., speaking alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday. Trump...