The US Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority when he imposed sweeping global tariffs last year.The court decided by six votes to three that Trump could not use a 1977 emergency law to tax imports from nearly every country.The judges said only Congress can create new taxes under the Constitution. The ruling left open whether consumers and companies could receive refunds for the estimated $130bn generated by the tariffs.The court did not address refunds, and further legal disputes are expected.Hours after the decision, Trump signed a proclamation under a different law to impose a new 10%…
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Grace Johnson
Grace Johnson is a freelance journalist from the USA with over 15 years of experience reporting on Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Communication and Journalism from the University of Miami. Throughout her career, she has contributed to major outlets including The Miami Herald, CNN, and USA Today. Known for her clear and engaging reporting, Grace delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
US researchers say a single nasal spray vaccine could protect against coughs, colds and flu. The vaccine could also prevent bacterial lung infections and may even reduce allergies. Scientists at Stanford University tested the universal vaccine in animals and still need human clinical trials. They describe the approach as a radical break from more than 200 years of vaccine development. Experts called the findings exciting but emphasized that the research remains at an early stage. Existing Vaccines Focus on One Illness Current vaccines train the immune system to fight a single infection. A measles vaccine protects against measles, and a…
US President Donald Trump delivered his latest ultimatum to Iran on Thursday during a Board of Peace meeting. He created this Middle East coalition to stabilise the region. He could soon drag that region into a new war. The tension between calls for peace and threats of military action exposes the contradictions in Trump’s second-term foreign policy. The standoff between Washington and Tehran illustrates this conflict most clearly. The escalation could trigger the largest US air campaign in years. Trump said he prefers diplomacy and wants a deal to end Iran’s nuclear weapons programme. A White House official said Iran…
Mark Zuckerberg appeared in court Wednesday to defend Meta against claims it targeted children and teenagers. Lawyers presented internal documents suggesting the company prioritized younger users. Zuckerberg said the communications were misrepresented. This was his first jury appearance after years of criticism of Meta, which owns Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. YouTube is also part of the trial, which could affect thousands of similar lawsuits. TikTok and Snapchat settled shortly before the trial, with terms undisclosed. Meta insisted it protects young users and blocks accounts under 13. Still, lead plaintiff lawyer Mark Lanier presented emails and research showing Meta employees discussed…
The U.S. rental market is increasingly favoring tenants as new data shows rising vacancy rates and more apartment construction across the country. This trend is giving renters more choices and slightly lower rents in many metropolitan areas. Analysts say the growth in new apartments is helping balance supply and demand. As developers add units to the market, tenants can negotiate better lease terms and find homes that meet their needs. Vacancy rates have climbed in several major cities, signaling that landlords may face more competition for tenants. This has led to modest rent decreases or slower rent growth, particularly in…
“Life is becoming more expensive,” says Alexander, an advertising specialist from Moscow who works for a large corporation. His monthly food budget jumped by more than 22% in one month, rising from 35,000 roubles to 43,000 roubles. Russia’s economy now teeters between stagnation and decline, and citizens increasingly feel the financial toll of the war in Ukraine as it nears its fourth year. Alexander noticed price increases for almost all essential goods in supermarkets, including eggs, chicken fillets, and seasonal vegetables. Journalists changed all names in this report to protect sources. Even his daily Americano on the way to work…
US President Donald Trump said he will be indirectly involved in talks between Iran and the United States starting later Tuesday in Geneva. He spoke to reporters aboard Air Force One and said he believes Iran wants to reach a deal on its nuclear programme. The second round of talks in Switzerland follows repeated US military threats against Iran over its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests and the ongoing dispute over its nuclear programme. On Monday, Iran’s foreign ministry said it believes the US position has shifted toward a more realistic stance. Iran Pushes for Sanctions Relief While US Expands…
Big Tech companies are accelerating artificial intelligence development with record-breaking capital expenditure. They plan to spend over 700 billion dollars in 2026, roughly 590 billion euros, marking a 75 percent increase from 2025. Several firms released earnings reports and outlined their 2026 spending plans. Analysts confirmed these projections and highlighted their strategic importance. Wall Street focuses on the combined capital expenditure figure. More than 700 billion dollars will flow into AI infrastructure this year. That amount exceeds Sweden’s nominal GDP for 2025, according to IMF estimates. Global chip sales are expected to hit one trillion dollars for the first time…
Rents are finally easing in several U.S. cities, offering relief to renters who have faced years of steep increases. Cities such as Austin, Texas, are seeing noticeable declines, marking a shift in the housing market trend. Experts say the slowdown in rent growth is driven by higher housing supply, changing demand, and market adjustments following years of rapid price increases. Renters are experiencing some of the first tangible affordability improvements in a long time. Austin is one of the cities where rents are falling most sharply. After years of being one of the fastest-growing rental markets in the country, rental…
Health agencies warn that measles continue to challenge Europe, despite a decline in cases in 2025 compared with the previous year’s record. Experts urge urgent action to tackle vaccine hesitancy and prevent new outbreaks across the continent. Measles often fade from public attention, yet the virus continues to spread in many European countries. Europe reported 127,350 measles cases in 2024, the highest total since 1997. Cases declined in 2025, but infections still doubled compared with 2023, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Sabrina Bacci, head of the ECDC programme on vaccine-preventable diseases and immunisation, said Europe…
