America, the leader of the free world, is once again hellbent on abdicating its global leadership responsibilities. Donald Trump is back, and so is his signature foreign policy moveācutting the US off from some key global organisations. He has, just like during his first term, decided…
Chinese Spy Balloon That Flew Over US In 2023 Was Packed With American Technology: Report
A Chinese spy balloon that passed over the United States last year was packed with American technology that could have enabled it to spy on Americans, Newsweek reported, citing sources with direct knowledge of a technical analysis conducted by the US military. The huge balloon with…
What Is SpaceSail And How Could It Challenge Elon Musk’s Starlink?
China’s Low Earth orbit (LEO) mega constellation operator, Spacesail, is making strides on the global stage by partnering up with Malaysian satellite solutions provider Measat and striking a deal with Brazilian state telecom Telebras to enhance satellite communications and broadband services. The Shanghai-based company is going…
How China’s Record Decline In Marriages Is Impacting Its Economic Growth
China’s marriage landscape has undergone a significant shift, with a record-breaking decline in marriages last year. The country’s Ministry of Civil Affairs reported a staggering 20% drop in marriage registrations, with only 6.1 million couples getting married, down from 7.68 million in the previous year. This…
After Tariffs, US Postal Services Suspends Parcels From China, Hong Kong
Washington, United States: The US Postal Service (USPS) said Tuesday it was temporarily suspending inbound parcels from China and Hong Kong, shortly after President Donald Trump’s imposition of fresh tariffs targeting Beijing. The halt will take place “until further notice,” and follows Trump’s order for an…
As China Slaps US With Retaliatory Tariffs, The Trade War Begins
Washington: The trade tensions between the US and China have escalated significantly, with China imposing counter-tariffs on US imports in response to President Donald Trump’s 10% tariff on Chinese goods. This move has reignited the trade war between the world’s two largest economies, with China’s Finance…
Donald Trump Claims Anybody Against Tariffs Is Being “Controlled By China”
Washington: Donald Trump’s stance on tariffs has fuelled disagreement, with the president claiming that anyone opposing his tariff plans is “controlled by China, or other foreign or domestic companies”. This assertion came after Trump announced a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports, along with an…
Trump Tariffs Offset Budget Boost, Rupee Hits Record Low, Markets Crash
New Delhi: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade and the rupee hit a record low of 87.29 against the US dollar on Monday after President Donald Trump imposed massive tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico over the weekend, sparking fears of a…
How China Allegedly Contributes To Fentanyl Crisis
Beijing: US President Donald Trump has slapped new tariffs on Chinese goods, partly in response to Beijing’s alleged role in a deadly opioid epidemic in the United States. Washington has long accused Beijing of turning a blind eye to the deadly fentanyl trade, which US authorities…
Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs On Canada, “Don’t Want This,” Says Trudeau
US President Donald Trump on Saturday ordered 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports and 10 per cent on goods from China, citing a “major threat” by “illegal aliens” and drugs, a move that invited retaliation from Ottawa and Mexico City. Top Points On…