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Two U.S. small businesses have filed a legal challenge against President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs, arguing that the new import taxes exceed presidential authority and do not meet the legal standards required under federal trade law. The lawsuit was filed Friday in the U.S. Court of International Trade in New York. The businesses claim the administration’s new tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners are unlawful and should not be enforced. The legal action argues that the government must provide detailed, country-specific evidence showing how each nation is connected to forced labour before imposing broad tariffs. According to the complaint,…

Military tensions between the U.S and Iran escalated following unconfirmed reports about attacks by both countries in the region and the possible impact on global trade. According to Tehran, Iran carried out attacks on drones and air defenses on military facilities and American military bases in the Middle East. They claimed it was in retaliation for another night of American strikes on Iran, which marked the 13 th consecutive night of American military actions on Iranian soil. There were reports about explosions in several strategic regions in Iran including along the gulf coast, and the western, northern, and central parts…

President Donald Trump has announced that the new Air Force One aircraft will undergo additional upgrades to strengthen its capabilities after concerns were raised about its security features. Speaking after returning from the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey, Trump said the aircraft would soon be sent for further improvements. He said the work is expected to begin in about a month and should take roughly one month to complete. The president said the aircraft already has strong capabilities but will be upgraded to its highest possible standard. He did not provide specific details about the improvements or explain…

President Donald Trump has blamed Canada for the wildfire smoke drifting across large parts of the United States and said the financial cost of dealing with the pollution should be added to existing tariffs on Canadian goods. The comments came as thick smoke from hundreds of wildfires in Canada spread across parts of the Midwest and Northeast. Air quality warnings were issued in several areas, with health officials advising many residents to stay indoors and limit outdoor activities. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he would speak with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about the situation. He described…

The Cayman Islands has confirmed one case of cyclosporiasis, but health officials say the infection was linked to travel outside the country. Authorities stressed that there is no evidence of local transmission and that the risk to residents remains low. The announcement comes as health agencies in the United States continue to investigate a large outbreak of the intestinal illness. More than 1,600 locally acquired cases have been reported since May, while thousands of additional cases are still under review. Health officials said the confirmed case in the Cayman Islands was acquired overseas. At this time, there are no signs…

A United States service member has died in northern Iraq after an incident involving unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian attack drone, according to the US military. Another service member was injured during the same operation, adding to the growing toll from the escalating conflict between Washington and Tehran. US Central Command said the incident happened during the controlled disposal of unexploded ordnance recovered from an Iranian one-way attack drone. The military said explosive disposal teams were carrying out a planned operation when the explosion occurred. The injured service member received medical treatment, while officials continue to investigate the circumstances…

The United States has renewed its call for the release of political prisoners in Cuba after Cuban dissident and artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara arrived in the United States following five years in prison. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the development in a post on X late Saturday. He confirmed that Otero Alcántara had arrived in Miami and urged Cuban authorities to immediately release more than 700 people whom the United States considers political prisoners. Rubio also called on the international community to speak out against what he described as human rights violations in Cuba. He said the…

Investors will closely watch several important events next week as financial markets prepare for another busy period. Corporate earnings, economic reports, and a major central bank decision are expected to shape trading across global markets. Although there are no major United States economic reports expected to directly influence the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate meeting, investors will still monitor several indicators that provide insight into the country’s economic outlook. Attention will also remain on company earnings as the second-quarter reporting season gains momentum. Many large businesses are scheduled to release their latest financial results, offering investors a better understanding of…

Brazil has announced a 13.3 billion reais (about $2.6 billion) emergency credit package to support the country’s rural sector following new tariffs imposed by the United States. The funding is designed to help farmers, strengthen agricultural production, and support industries affected by the latest trade measures. The Brazilian government confirmed the financial package in an extra edition of the country’s official gazette late on Thursday. The program includes funding for rural development, debt refinancing, and targeted support for sugarcane producers facing pressure from the new US tariffs. The move follows the United States’ decision to introduce a 25 percent tariff…

Wildfire smoke drifting from Canada into the United States has sparked a new political dispute, with several Republican leaders calling for action against Canada as poor air quality continues to affect millions of Americans. The debate comes as large wildfires continue burning across parts of Canada during an active fire season. US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he plans to speak with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about Canada’s response to the wildfires. In a post on social media, Trump criticized the smoke crossing the border and suggested the cost of the pollution should be added to tariffs…