China’s Factory Activity Shrinks in April as US Tariffs Take Toll

China’s manufacturing sector took a hit in April as factory activity contracted more than expected, adding fresh pressure to an already struggling economy. According to official data released Wednesday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dropped to 49.0, falling below the key 50-point threshold that separates growth from contraction….

White House Rebukes Amazon Over Plans to Display Trump Tariff Costs on Products

Tensions between the White House and Amazon escalated on Tuesday after reports emerged that the e-commerce giant plans to inform customers how much President Donald Trump’s tariffs are increasing product prices. The move has drawn a sharp response from the Biden administration, which labeled it as politically charged and retaliatory. “This is a hostile and…

Spain Launches Investigation Into Historic Blackout Amid Political Fallout

Spain has launched a full-scale investigation into the unprecedented blackout that swept across the Iberian Peninsula, crippling daily life and triggering political and legal scrutiny. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the formation of a special commission to determine what caused the outage, which disrupted power in both Spain and Portugal, halted phone and internet access,…

Mark Carney’s Government Set to Overhaul Canada’s Immigration Policy

Following a decisive victory in the 2025 federal election, Mark Carney and the Liberal Party are preparing to reshape Canada’s immigration policies in what could be one of the most significant overhauls in recent years. With concerns growing over housing shortages, strained public services, and economic integration, Carney is signaling a more measured and sustainable…

Canada Elects Mark Carney as Prime Minister in Stunning Liberal Comeback

Canada’s Liberal Party, led by newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney, has secured victory in the national elections held Monday, according to projections by major broadcasters CBC and CTV News. While it remains uncertain whether the party has secured a parliamentary majority, the result marks a historic fourth consecutive term for the Liberals—a rare achievement…

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Ignoring Peace Offers Amid Ceasefire Dispute

Tensions between Russia and Ukraine remain high as the Kremlin accuses Kyiv of ignoring repeated peace overtures from President Vladimir Putin, while Ukraine questions Moscow’s sincerity in declaring a brief ceasefire. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov claimed that Russia has made multiple attempts to initiate direct peace negotiations, but has yet…