Trump Suggests Canada Become 51st US State Amidst Political Crisis
Donald Trump proposed Canada become the 51st US state, sparking ridicule amidst Canada's political crisis following Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation, increased pressure on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Trump's threat of imposing significant tariffs on Canadian products; a Leger ...
Trump Suggests Canada Become 51st US State Amidst Political Crisis
Donald Trump proposed Canada become the 51st US state, sparking ridicule amidst Canada's political crisis following Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation, increased pressure on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Trump's threat of imposing significant tariffs on Canadian products; a Leger ...
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Ethiopia-Somalia Conflict Resolved: Port Access Agreement to be Negotiated
Ethiopia and Somalia, with Turkish mediation, ended their conflict over Ethiopia's Red Sea access; negotiations for a port access agreement will begin in February 2025, potentially rendering void a prior agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland.
Ethiopia-Somalia Conflict Resolved: Port Access Agreement to be Negotiated
Ethiopia and Somalia, with Turkish mediation, ended their conflict over Ethiopia's Red Sea access; negotiations for a port access agreement will begin in February 2025, potentially rendering void a prior agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland.
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32% Bias Score
Chancay Port: Boosting Peru's Economy and Trade with China
The China-Peru joint project, Chancay Port, opened on November 15, 2023, reducing shipping time between the two countries by 23 days, cutting costs by 20 percent, and boosting Peru's GDP by 0.3 percent initially, with the potential to reach 0.9 percent upon full completion; creating 1300 direct and ...
Chancay Port: Boosting Peru's Economy and Trade with China
The China-Peru joint project, Chancay Port, opened on November 15, 2023, reducing shipping time between the two countries by 23 days, cutting costs by 20 percent, and boosting Peru's GDP by 0.3 percent initially, with the potential to reach 0.9 percent upon full completion; creating 1300 direct and ...
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Italy's Ambiguous Stance on EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
The EU signed a major trade deal with South America on December 6th, but France strongly opposes it, while Italy's position remains ambiguous despite initial reservations, potentially driven by domestic politics and a desire for concessions.
Italy's Ambiguous Stance on EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
The EU signed a major trade deal with South America on December 6th, but France strongly opposes it, while Italy's position remains ambiguous despite initial reservations, potentially driven by domestic politics and a desire for concessions.
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48% Bias Score
Lagarde Warns of US Trade Policy Risks to EU Economy
ECB President Christine Lagarde warned on Monday that US trade policies under President-elect Donald Trump could negatively impact the EU economy, citing potential tariffs and geopolitical risks as factors that could slow growth. She also hinted at further interest rate cuts if inflation continues t...
Lagarde Warns of US Trade Policy Risks to EU Economy
ECB President Christine Lagarde warned on Monday that US trade policies under President-elect Donald Trump could negatively impact the EU economy, citing potential tariffs and geopolitical risks as factors that could slow growth. She also hinted at further interest rate cuts if inflation continues t...
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Screwworm Outbreak in Mexico Causes US Cattle Import Ban
The resurgence of the screwworm parasite (Cochliomya hominivorax) in Mexico and Central America has caused a US ban on Mexican cattle exports, resulting in millions of dollars in weekly losses for Mexican ranchers and highlighting the need for stronger regional veterinary controls and sterile fly pr...
Screwworm Outbreak in Mexico Causes US Cattle Import Ban
The resurgence of the screwworm parasite (Cochliomya hominivorax) in Mexico and Central America has caused a US ban on Mexican cattle exports, resulting in millions of dollars in weekly losses for Mexican ranchers and highlighting the need for stronger regional veterinary controls and sterile fly pr...
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Arenado Rejects Astros Trade, Stalling Cardinals' Payroll Reduction
Nolan Arenado vetoed a trade to the Houston Astros, delaying the St. Louis Cardinals' payroll reduction plans despite a near agreement where the Astros would cover most of his remaining $60 million contract; Arenado wants more clarity on the third base market before deciding.
Arenado Rejects Astros Trade, Stalling Cardinals' Payroll Reduction
Nolan Arenado vetoed a trade to the Houston Astros, delaying the St. Louis Cardinals' payroll reduction plans despite a near agreement where the Astros would cover most of his remaining $60 million contract; Arenado wants more clarity on the third base market before deciding.
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52% Bias Score
Ford Warns Trump Tariffs Would Be 'Disaster,' Prepares Border Security
Ontario Premier Doug Ford called President-elect Trump's plan to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian goods a "disaster," threatening to restrict energy exports to the US if the tariffs are imposed; he also voiced concern over a mass deportation plan, stating that hundreds of police officers are ready to ...
Ford Warns Trump Tariffs Would Be 'Disaster,' Prepares Border Security
Ontario Premier Doug Ford called President-elect Trump's plan to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian goods a "disaster," threatening to restrict energy exports to the US if the tariffs are imposed; he also voiced concern over a mass deportation plan, stating that hundreds of police officers are ready to ...
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40% Bias Score
China to Broaden Market Access, Boost Global Trade in 2025
China plans to significantly expand its market access for global businesses and promote free trade agreements in 2025, aiming to boost economic growth, attract foreign investment, and strengthen its role in global trade, despite global protectionist trends; the country's foreign trade grew by 4.9 pe...
China to Broaden Market Access, Boost Global Trade in 2025
China plans to significantly expand its market access for global businesses and promote free trade agreements in 2025, aiming to boost economic growth, attract foreign investment, and strengthen its role in global trade, despite global protectionist trends; the country's foreign trade grew by 4.9 pe...
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40% Bias Score
UK Joins CPTPP Trade Bloc Amid US-China Tensions
The UK became the first new member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on July 1, 2024, aiming to strengthen its trade ties in the Indo-Pacific amid rising US-China trade tensions and global trade fragmentation, despite projected modest short-term eco...
UK Joins CPTPP Trade Bloc Amid US-China Tensions
The UK became the first new member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on July 1, 2024, aiming to strengthen its trade ties in the Indo-Pacific amid rising US-China trade tensions and global trade fragmentation, despite projected modest short-term eco...
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Spanish Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal, Citing Risks to Food Safety and Livelihoods
Spanish farmers and ranchers protested in Madrid on Monday against the recently signed EU-Mercosur trade agreement, fearing the impact of cheaper imports on their livelihoods, particularly regarding food safety and quality, while the deal promises to create the world's largest free trade area saving...
Spanish Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal, Citing Risks to Food Safety and Livelihoods
Spanish farmers and ranchers protested in Madrid on Monday against the recently signed EU-Mercosur trade agreement, fearing the impact of cheaper imports on their livelihoods, particularly regarding food safety and quality, while the deal promises to create the world's largest free trade area saving...
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Ancient Chinese Inscription Found on Jerusalem's Mount Zion
Archaeologists unearthed a 16th-century porcelain bowl inscribed with Chinese characters at Jerusalem's Mount Zion, signifying trade between Imperial China and the Ottoman Empire during the Ming Dynasty (1520-1570).
Ancient Chinese Inscription Found on Jerusalem's Mount Zion
Archaeologists unearthed a 16th-century porcelain bowl inscribed with Chinese characters at Jerusalem's Mount Zion, signifying trade between Imperial China and the Ottoman Empire during the Ming Dynasty (1520-1570).
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