Trump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate
The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.source
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US government drops case against Democrats in 'illegal orders' video
The six lawmakers – all military and intelligence veterans – released a video last year reminding servicemembers they can refuse illegal orders.source
Explore MoreFrench minister moves to block US envoy Kushner from government access
The minister says Charles Kushner, father of Trump’s son-in-law Jared, failed to explain comments about violence in France.source
Explore MoreNetflix boss defends bid for Warner Bros as Paramount deadline looms
Netflix has offered $27.75 a share, or $82.7bn (£61.2bn) in total, for Warner Bros’ studio and streaming networks – including brands such as Warner Bros, New Line Cinema, and HBO Max – leaving the rest of the firm to be spun off as an independent company. source
Explore MoreWhat to know about Trump's State of the Union address
The US president’s address to Congress will feature high-profile guests, policy promises and reflections on his first year back in office.source
Explore MoreCarney heading on trade trip as Canada seeks to reduce reliance on US
The prime minister is off to India, Australia and Japan amid ongoing tensions with Washington.source
Explore MoreTrump threatens countries that 'play games' with existing trade deals
“Any Country that wants to ‘play games’ with the ridiculous supreme court decision, especially those that have ‘Ripped Off’ the U.S.A. for years, and even decades, will be met with a much higher Tariff, and worse, than that which they just recently agreed to,” he wrote on Truth Social. “Buyer beware.” source
Explore MoreMore than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.source
Explore MoreI almost lost my leg after crash, says Vonn
Lindsey Vonn says she nearly lost her leg after a heavy crash at the Winter Olympics – and has thanked the doctor who saved her from needing an amputation. The American skiing great, 41, has had multiple operations since breaking her leg and ankle in the women’s downhill event in Italy on 8 February. Speaking […]
Explore MoreWatch: Yosemite waterfall turns molten orange
When the setting sun hits Horsetail Fall, it creates an optical illusion that transforms the water coming off the rocks into what looks like molten lava pouring down the granite face of El Capitan. According to the US National Park Service, the fiery effect appears only in mid to late February, and only on clear […]
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