President Trump relies on tariffs to address trade, immigration and drug issues. Ana Swanson, who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times, explains their potential impact on everyday Americans. Source link
President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization could have harsh consequences for countries around the world that rely on the agency to achieve important health goals, including routine immunizations, outbreak control and nutrition programs. But it could also have unfortunate, unintended repercussions for Americans. Disengaging from the W.H.O. would…
TikTok got an apparent reprieve from being forced to shut down, but Americans on Monday were still using and downloading Xiaohongshu, the Chinese social media app that surged in popularity last week in anticipation of TikTok’s closure. TikTok, owned by the Chinese internet company ByteDance, went dark in the United States ahead of a federal…
MELBOURNE, Australia — Across seven hours on Friday afternoon, the Australian Open morphed into an American tennis trout farm. It was nearly impossible to watch a singles match without seeing a red, white and blue flag on the scoreboard, as two early-twenty-somethings and one teenager who looks even younger than his 19 years rumbled through…
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, the 4.5 million-strong Indian-American community in the US finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. With a reputation for contributing significantly to the economy, technology, medicine, and education, Indian Americans are both keen observers and active participants in the political shifts that could shape their future….
Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute Egede said he is “ready to talk” with US President-elect Donald Trump, who has expressed interest in taking control of the mineral-rich Arctic island. A semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, Greenland is rich in natural resources, including oil, gas, and rare earth elements. Its strategic location in the Arctic, where global powers…
U.S. officials made a new offer to the Taliban over the weekend to try to secure the release of Americans held in Afghanistan, according to people familiar with the matter. American officials declined to discuss the negotiations or the offer. But people briefed on the conversations said the White House had been working on a…
As we step into 2025, millions of Americans are keeping a close eye on their finances, particularly when it comes to Social Security. This cornerstone of the U.S. welfare system, which currently supports a staggering 68 million people, is undergoing some changes that could affect your wallet. The New Ceiling: $176,100 The big news for…
Hinduism and Hindus in the United States face unique challenges, from misconceptions about their faith to debates over caste and diversity training. In this interview, Pushpita Prasad, Chief of Communications at the Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA), delves into these issues, shedding light on the growing caste debate, the controversial SB-403 Bill, and…
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s popularity has taken a significant hit in the United States, with many Americans growing increasingly critical of the couple. Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine and author of the royal biography My Mother & I, recently explained to The Standard why they have fallen out of favour. “I give a…