US Doubles Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Escalating Trade Tensions
President Trump doubles tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, intensifying a tense trade standoff as legal challenges and a 90-day negotiation window loom.
June 2025
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Water Fight Erupts on U.S.-Mexico Border Amid Historic Drought
As drought worsens, Mexico drains reservoirs to honor treaty deliveries to Texas, sparking a battle over scarce water on the U.S.-Mexico border. Who gets their fair share?
Havana Students Master Chinese Through China-Cuba Partnership
A China-Cuba education initiative in Havana is helping junior high students develop strong Mandarin skills and foster global connections.
When Checks Fail: Trump’s Executive Orders and the Shifting Balance of Power
Part two of our deep dive into why Congress and courts have struggled to check President Trump’s surge of executive orders and what it means for America’s power balance.
Iran Official Urges US to Acknowledge Nuclear Talks Commitment
A senior Iranian official urges the U.S. to recognize Tehran’s genuine commitment to nuclear talks amid a sanctions impasse and stalled negotiations.
China and South Asia Unveil Economic Partnership at 9th Exposition
Key takeaways from a State Council briefing on economic and trade cooperation between the Chinese mainland and South Asian countries ahead of the 9th China-South Asia Exposition.
Xi, Trump Hold Phone Talks to Reinforce US-China Dialogue
Chinese President Xi Jinping held phone talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between the two superpowers.
East Java’s Plastic Crisis: Youth Confront Hidden Health Hazards
In East Java, 19-year-old Imam and his community face plastic pollution’s hidden health dangers—from livestock ingesting debris to rising hospital cases of asthma and gastrointestinal issues.
Beijing: Harvard Visa Curbs Could Tarnish U.S. Image
Beijing warns that U.S. plans to curb Harvard student visas could undermine American soft power and global appeal in higher education.
Trump’s Executive Orders Test US Checks and Balances
Trump’s record-breaking use of executive orders is testing the U.S. system of checks and balances, sparking over 200 lawsuits and questions about presidential power.