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Space

NASA, SpaceX launch mission to replace US astronauts stranded on ISS

US astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams arrived at the ISS in June for what was meant to be an eight-day trip.

Canada

Mark Carney sworn in as Canada's new PM as country faces US trade war

The governing Liberal Party appeared to be poised for a historic election defeat this year until US President Donald Trump declared an economic war and threatened to annex the country as a "51st state".

Europe News

Who's hit by tariff war crossfire?

European industry is scrutinising the list of products drawn up by the European Commission in response to US tariffs on steel and aluminium, and not everyone is pleased.

Culture news

Gene Hackman's estate bids to seal police records into death

Gene Hackman's estate attempts to block the release of photographs and footage from the investigation into the Oscar winner and his wife's death, citing a desire to protect the couple's privacy.

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Radio Schuman

Has the EU-US trade war already started? - Radio Schuman

The EU has retaliated after being hit hard by the US tariffs. But with US president Donald Trump’s threats to slap more tariffs, the bloc could step up the fight with its anti-coercion instrument, a tool that was put in place in 2023.

USA

Musk's DOGE seek to close hundreds of US federal offices this summer

Hundreds of US federal offices could begin closing this summer as DOGE continues to crackdown on “unnecessary government spending”.

Europe News

How would Trump's tariffs affect ordinary European citizens?

A transatlantic trade war could be on the way. The European Commission has responded with similar measures, targeting various US products. But what will this mean for ordinary Europeans?

Canada

Canada's new PM says he'll talk trade with Trump if there is 'respect'

Mark Carney made the comments after Canada this week announced retaliatory tariffs worth 29.8 billion Canadian dollars (€19.1bn) on US imports.

Canada

Canada announces tariffs in response to US ones

Canada's new tariffs are in addition to its 25% counter tariffs on $30 billion Canadian of imports from the US that were put in place on 4 March in response to other Trump import taxes that he’s partially delayed by a month.

Economy

US stocks rally as inflation cools and euro holds four-month highs

US stocks rallied as February’s inflation data came in lower than expected, boosting hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts later this year. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, while the Nasdaq 100 jumped 1.5%. Meanwhile, the euro held at a four-month high.

Economy

US inflation cools despite Trump trade war threatening price lifts

Price pressures eased more than expected in February, a relief for US consumers concerned about looming tariff effects.

Culture news

Comedian slams Elon Musk as 'Tesla takedown' protests continue

Bill Burr has slammed the "guy with dyed hair plugs and a laminated face" and also criticised US liberal attitudes. "Why are we so afraid of this guy who can’t fight his way out of a wet paper bag?”

Culture news

How Rebecca Black reinvented herself as a camp pop icon

As 'Friday' singer Rebecca Black is announced as the support act on Katy Perry's upcoming Lifetimes Tour, we look at the surprising career trajectory of the much-derided child star.

USA

Trump plans to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminium to 50%

US President Donald Trump faces increased pressure to stimulate economic growth after a brutal market selloff on Monday indicated rising recession risks.

Culture news

Washington Post journalist quits as Bezos critical piece spiked

Longstanding columnist for the Washington Post, Ruth Marcus, has resigned after an article criticising Jeff Bezos wasn’t run, weeks after the owner changed editorial rules on opinion pieces.

USA

Pro-Palestinian activist's arrest will be 'first of many,' vows Trump

Mahmoud Khalil, a former graduate student at Columbia University, is challenging efforts to deport him over his role in student protests.

Culture news

In Pictures: Roberta Flack's 'Celebration of Life' musical memorial

The incredibly moving service held at New York's Abyssinian Baptist Church featured musical performances and speeches. "Roberta Flack is legend," said a visibly moved Lauryn Hill.

Cinema

‘Moana’ copyright ruling: Was the modern Disney classic a rip-off?

After a two-week trial in federal court in Los Angeles, the eight-member jury found unanimously that Disney did not steal the concept for 2016's 'Moana' from a 2011 screenplay.

Economy

Mexicans celebrate with President Sheinbaum after US tariff delay

Sheinbaum has seen a bump in popularity as she seeks to protect Mexico against US tariffs. The economic effects of a trade war could nonetheless dent her ratings further down the line.

USA

US Secret Service agents shoot armed man near White House

Secret Service agents shot an armed man from Indiana near the White House in the US capital after a confrontation. President Trump was in Florida at the time.