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China raises retaliatory tariff on U.S. to 84% as Trump trade war spirals

April 9, 2025

Spike Lee, Fat Joe and others reflect on an iconic Knicks run
With a little over three minutes to go in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinal matchup between the New York Knicks and the Boston Celtics, Knicks forward Mikal Bridges hit a short pull-up jumper to give New York a 111-104 lead. After trailing by as many as 14 points in the third quarter, the…
The morning-after pill is coming to a convenience store near you
Why 24-hour access matters At the same time, some birth control products have become more easily available through online purchasing and over the counter, including Opill, which last year became the first non prescription birth control pill available in the United States. New methods of birth control have also come to market, including long-acting implants,…
your losses clear, world agrees with Pakistan
Renowned Indian defense analyst Pravin Sawhney has made significant statements regarding the milit strength of Pakistan and the recent interactions between the two nations. In an interview with Indian media, Sawhney not only validated Pakistan’s assertions about the damage inflicted on India but also questioned India’s strategic approach. Sawhney stated unequivocally that Pakistan’s milit is…
Battle of Truth” film released on operation “Bunyan-un-Marsus
A new document film, “Battle of Truth” (Ma’arka Haq), has been released, celebrating Pakistan’s success in Operation Banyan Tree (Bunyan-e-Marsus). The 27-minute, 51-second film is described as comprehensive, informative, and based on verified facts. The document reportedly aims to expose India’s alleged “false flag operation” in Pahalgam. It also showcases what is described as Pakistan’s…
The Inspiring “Miracle” behind Jahangir Khan’s success
Jahangir Khan, Pakistan’s squash legend and a national icon, recently shared an inspiring story of overcoming adversity on the show “Ramz,” hosted by Gohar Rasheed. Known for his unprecedented record of 555 consecutive wins, Jahangir’s journey to becoming a world champion was far from straightforward. Despite hailing from a family deeply rooted in squash, Jahangir’s…
Positive View on US Syria Sanctions End
Saudi Arabia welcomes US Syria sanctions lift, UN calls for Gaza ceasefire. Regional issues like Sudan and Yemen were discussed at the Arab League Summit in Baghdad. Saudi Minister Adel al-Jubeir hailed the US decision on Syria sanctions, seeing it as a chance for reconstruction. He urged an immediate Sudan ceasefire at the Arab League…
Nintendo Switch 2 for $700? Prices soar on second market
TOKYO — Resale prices for the Nintendo Switch 2 are already soaring before the highly anticipated gaming console has been released, with Japanese e-commerce sites listing it at over 100,000 yen ($685), more than double the retail price. The handheld device won’t be in stores until June 5 but that hasn’t stopped private sellers from listing units…
China’s rare-earth gambit with Trump echoes Mao’s ‘protracted war’
BEIJING — When the U.S. and China entered a 90-day truce to a trade war that had rattled global markets for the past month, Hu Xijin, a former editor-in-chief of China’s state newspaper Global Times, was quick to declare the winner. “Outstanding!” Xu wrote on China’s microblogging platform Weibo on Monday, the day the deal…