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Apple airlifted 600 tons of iPhones to the U.S. to try to beat Trump’s tariffs as customers scramble to secure devices before possible price increases – Fortune

In an urgent move to avoid impending tariffs, Apple has airlifted 600 tons of iPhones to the United States, aiming to keep prices steady for consumers amid escalating trade tensions.

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Op-Ed: What Trump Just Cost America

President Donald Trump’s reversal on his global tariff plan has sparked critical reactions. In his op-ed, Thomas L. Friedman reflects on the implications of this policy flip-flop for America, framing it as a predictable outcome of flawed leadership.

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 Op-Ed: What Trump Just Cost America
Improving NYC: New NYPD unit will address quality-of-life issues New Yorkers face every day

In a move to enhance residents’ safety, the NYPD has announced a new Quality of Life Division aimed at tackling issues like reckless e-bike driving, illegal vending, and outdoor substance use. The unit will bring together specially trained officers to address these everyday problems impacting New Yorkers.

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 Improving NYC: New NYPD unit will address quality-of-life issues New Yorkers face every day
Analyst predicts the price of your next iPhone could triple if it’s made in the US — that’s worse than tariffs

An analyst predicts that producing iPhones in the U.S. could triple their price, suggesting that domestic manufacturing may be a costlier alternative to tariffs. Consumers might face unprecedented costs regardless of where iPhones are made.

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 Analyst predicts the price of your next iPhone could triple if it’s made in the US — that’s worse than tariffs
Sudan tells World Court UAE fuels Darfur genocide

Sudan has brought forward serious accusations against the United Arab Emirates at the World Court, claiming the Gulf nation is fueling genocide in Darfur. This development escalates the international dimension of the Darfur conflict and may significantly impact relations between the two countries.

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 Sudan tells World Court UAE fuels Darfur genocide
Tyreek Hill’s wife files for divorce day after domestic dispute, records show

Global stocks took a surprising downturn after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day reduction on tariffs for over 75 trading partners. While the European Union pauses its countermeasures to negotiate, China has escalated the trade war by increasing tariffs on U.S. goods to a staggering 145%.

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 Tyreek Hill’s wife files for divorce day after domestic dispute, records show
JPM’s James Sullivan on China vs India market outlook as U.S. tariffs focus only on goods, and not services

Amid escalating U.S. tariffs targeting goods, James Sullivan of JPMorgan shares his preference for India markets and explains why China continues to offer attractive investment opportunities despite trade tensions.

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Trade will be ‘resilient’ despite tariff uncertainty: DHL

Global trade is poised to remain strong despite tariff uncertainties, according to Javier Bilbao, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific. With the U.S. being only a fraction of global trade, the impact of tariffs may be less significant than anticipated.

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AP News Summary at 12:23 a.m. EDT

In a tumultuous week, President Trump’s tariff threats brought the global economy to the edge before a sudden reversal calmed markets. The events highlight the profound impact of U.S. trade policies on global economic stability.

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New Zealand fin min says RBNZ has ample room to lower interest rates if needed | Forexlive

The New Zealand Finance Minister has stated that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand has ample room to lower interest rates if needed, indicating potential future adjustments to monetary policy amid economic considerations.

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 New Zealand fin min says RBNZ has ample room to lower interest rates if needed | Forexlive
Disabled veterans concerned about how Indiana property tax relief bill could impact them

Disabled veterans in Indiana are expressing concern over a proposed bill that could eliminate two property tax deductions they have relied on for 50 years. The House’s version of Senate Bill 1 threatens to remove these longstanding benefits, potentially impacting the financial well-being of veterans across the state.

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 Disabled veterans concerned about how Indiana property tax relief bill could impact them
Senators raise questions about insider trading around Trump tariff announcements

Senators Adam Schiff and Richard Blumenthal are raising concerns about potential insider trading by Trump administration officials, alleging the misuse of early tariff information for trading. The allegations bring into question the integrity of officials surrounding tariff announcements.

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 Senators raise questions about insider trading around Trump tariff announcements
Republican-led House passes bill to limit nationwide orders from federal district judges

In a move to redefine judicial authority, the Republican-led House has passed a bill limiting nationwide orders from federal district judges, citing concerns over “activist liberal judges.” The legislation aims to curtail what Republicans view as judicial overreach affecting national policies.

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 Republican-led House passes bill to limit nationwide orders from federal district judges
Trump’s ‘big’ bill of tax breaks and spending cuts faces opposition from House Republican holdouts (World)

In a familiar congressional standoff, House Speaker Mike Johnson grapples with conservative Republicans blocking progress on President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill. The holdouts reject a Senate-approved budget framework, halting key legislative action.

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Trump MAGA Senator goes hard at AOC with string of one-liners

A Republican senator aligned with the MAGA movement has launched a series of sharp one-liners at Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, intensifying political tensions. The verbal attack underscores the deepening divide within American politics.

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Recession is a ‘likely’ outcome of tariffs chaos, says JPMorgan CEO

In a stark warning, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase has stated that President Donald Trump’s extensive tariffs are “likely” to trigger a recession, raising concerns over the economic fallout of current trade policies.

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 Recession is a ‘likely’ outcome of tariffs chaos, says JPMorgan CEO
Stocks volatile, oil plunges as trade war cranks higher

Global stock markets experienced significant turbulence on Wednesday as President Donald Trump’s trade war intensified. While Wall Street managed to rise, European and Asian markets tumbled alongside plunging oil prices.

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 Stocks volatile, oil plunges as trade war cranks higher
U.S. stocks quiver but hold relatively steady as bonds show more stress following tariff escalations

As President Donald Trump’s trade war escalates, the U.S. stock market remains a beacon of steadiness amid sharp swings in global markets.

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AP News Summary at 8:23 a.m. EDT

China has escalated its trade dispute with the United States by increasing its retaliatory tariffs to 84%. The move comes with a vow from Beijing to “fight to the end,” signaling a deepening of tensions between the two economic superpowers.

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Jamie Dimon: Stickly inflation will not go away quickly

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, warns that a recession is likely and urges progress in trade talks to calm volatile markets. He emphasizes the importance of strengthening trade partners and expresses skepticism about President Trump’s willingness to listen.

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 Jamie Dimon: Stickly inflation will not go away quickly
Illinois nursing homes seek Medicaid rate hike

Nursing homes across Illinois are urgently calling on lawmakers to increase Medicaid rates, arguing that outdated funding is forcing facilities to close and jeopardizing care for the state’s elderly population.

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 Illinois nursing homes seek Medicaid rate hike
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