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Canadians are demanding that Amazon stop selling merchandise depicting Canada as the 51st U. S. state. A petition against this has gathered 70,000 signatures, but Amazon sees no violations.
Dell, HP and Lenovo will stop importing devices to the US for two weeks due to new Trump tariffs. Nintendo has postponed pre-orders for Switch 2.
Britain and France will present Trump with a force plan for Ukraine, hoping to convince the United States to provide security guarantees to Kyiv. Military leaders are working out the details of the European coalition.
Singapore Changi Airport has once again topped the Skytrax ranking. It features a shopping mall, gardens, waterfall, resorts, hotels, exhibitions, a museum, cinema and theme park.
Oil prices fell after Trump escalated the trade war with China, despite announcing a 90-day pause in tariffs. China has already imposed tariffs on 84% of goods from the US.
The coalition agreement in Germany emphasizes that relations with the United States remain extremely important. Germany strives for close cooperation with North America, Canada, and Great Britain.
The introduction of US duties against the EU and China is an invitation to negotiations. Possible EU duties against the US will be a lever of pressure, not real intentions.
The Canadian government will introduce a 25% tariff on American cars that do not meet USMCA requirements. Ottawa will also stimulate domestic production and attract investment in the automotive industry.
Meta is introducing "teen accounts" with enhanced security features on Facebook and Messenger. This is a response to criticism about insufficient protection of young people on social networks.
Canada's Prime Minister stated that joining the deployment of a contingent in Ukraine depends on the circumstances.
According to Copernicus, March 2025 was the warmest in Europe since 1940, with average temperatures exceeding the norm by 2. 41°C. Arctic sea ice reached a record low.
Belgian government officials, led by the Prime Minister, have arrived in Kyiv to demonstrate support for Ukraine and discuss cooperation in the defense sector. They are accompanied by the heads of Belgian defense companies.
Shopify's CEO stated that the company will not expand its staff until it is proven that AI cannot perform the necessary work. He urged teams to first use AI to achieve results.
Mark Carney said that Trump's tariffs are hurting the US and world economy. Canada is ready to defend itself by lowering trade barriers and establishing ties with other countries.
Due to Trump's policies, tourists are canceling trips to the United States. Canada, Australia, Europe are changing travel directions due to the deterioration of humanitarian policy.
The foreign ministers of the G7 countries expressed concern about China's provocative actions around Taiwan. They called for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
EU countries are planning to agree on countermeasures against tariffs imposed by Trump, amounting to up to $28 billion. This could lead to a global trade war and recession.
On April 6, we celebrate International Day of Sport, Geologist's Day, Day of the Employee of Investigative Bodies, World Table Tennis Day, and Pillow Fight Day. We honor Saints Methodius and Eutychius.
A study has shown that daily swimming in icy water for a week improves autophagy and reduces inflammation. Cold can slow down aging at the cellular level.
On April 5, 1200 protests against Trump and Musk are planned in the US, which will take place in all 50 states, as well as in Canada, Great Britain, France, Germany, Mexico and Portugal. The organizers expect the biggest wave of protests.
The investigation revealed that Russia is likely behind the parcel explosions in Great Britain, Germany and Poland. Homemade incendiary devices were hidden in parcels with sex toys.
Over the past day, 145 combat clashes took place at the front, the most Russian attacks were recorded in the Pokrovsky and Lyman directions. The Defense Forces repelled numerous enemy assaults.
European allies and Canada have called on Russia to urgently respond to the US proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which Kyiv has already accepted. The pressure should push Russia towards de-escalation.
According to European Commissioner McGrath, almost 70% of goods from the EU to the US fall under increased tariffs. Europe is preparing a balanced response and is ready for negotiations with the US.
New US tariffs will lead to a 0. 4% reduction in Poland's GDP, which amounts to more than EUR 236 million. Duda called it a blow from an ally.
Trump's new tariffs could lead to cuts in Hollywood advertising budgets. Brands are reviewing spending due to economic uncertainty, which will hit traditional media.
The leaders of Canada and Mexico discussed a joint action plan against trade restrictions imposed by the United States. Carney announced his intention to fight unfair actions.
The Porsche SE holding company, which has suffered losses, is considering re-entering the arms market. The company has experience in developing the Leopard tank for the Bundeswehr and is already investing in the development of drones.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced a record increase in defense spending. An increase in spending to 3-4% of GDP for European countries and Canada is also being discussed.
Trump introduced tariffs for almost all countries but Russia. The White House explained this by saying that US sanctions already make significant trade with Russia impossible.