Trump's 50% tariff on Brazil poses challenge for Lula to manage economy

Trump's 50% tariff on Brazil poses challenge for Lula to manage economy

Washington, July 31 (HS): In April, President Trump announced a 10% tariff on Brazilian goods, the lowest base rate for imports from most countries. As the 90-day pause on these tariffs expires, Trump escalates the rate to 50%, potentially igniting a trade war with Brazil, which exports substantial amounts of beef, coffee, and steel to…

Mixed signals from global market, pressure on Asian markets

Mixed signals from global market, pressure on Asian markets

New Delhi, July 31(HS): Mixed signals dominate the global market today, with the US markets closing after a session of mixed trading. Dow Jones futures are currently strong, up 139.74 points or 0.31 percent at 44,601.02 points. The European markets closed slightly higher despite earlier pressure, with the FTSE index up 0.01 percent at 9,136.94…

Premier League: Manchester United beats Bournemouth 4-1; West Ham defeats Everton 2-1

Premier League: Manchester United beats Bournemouth 4-1; West Ham defeats Everton 2-1

Chicago, July 31(HS): Manchester United achieved their second consecutive victory in the Premier League Summer Series by defeating Bournemouth 4-1 at Soldier Field Stadium in Chicago. Goals came from Rasmus Hojlund, Patrick Dorgu, Amad Diallo and teenager Ethan Williams for United, who had previously won 2-1 against West Ham. The match was played in rainy,…

BRAS claims responsibility for attack on Pakistani Military forces in Balochistan

BRAS claims responsibility for attack on Pakistani Military forces in Balochistan

Islamabad, July 31 (H.S.): The ‘Baloch Raji Aajoi Sangar’ (BRAS) has claimed responsibility for recent attacks on Pakistani military forces in Jamuran, specifically targeting vehicles supplying logistics. Spokesperson Baloch Khan confirmed that BRAS fighters executed these attacks, eliminating several security personnel. In a statement dated July 30, Khan detailed that on the night of July…

US tariffs causes early stock market decline; Sensex, Nifty fall

US tariffs causes early stock market decline; Sensex, Nifty fall

New Delhi, July 31 (HS): U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff on Indian goods, causing turmoil in the domestic stock market. Early trading saw a significant decline, with the BSE-listed companies losing 4.42 lakh crores in market cap within the first minute. Despite attempts by buyers to stabilize the Sensex and Nifty…

Barcelona defender Jules Koundé announces new five year contract

Barcelona defender Jules Koundé announces new five year contract

Seoul, July 31(HS): FC Barcelona defender Jules Koundé confirmed he has signed a new five-year contract with the club until 2030 during a media interaction in Korea. Although not yet officially announced, Koundé stated that all contract processes are complete and an official announcement is expected soon. He expressed happiness with the negotiations, mentioning that…

Canadian Open : Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek advances to third round

Canadian Open : Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek advances to third round

Montreal, July 31(HS): Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek advanced to the third round of the National Bank Open, defeating China’s Guo Hanyu 6-3, 6-1. This was Swiatek’s first match after winning her sixth Grand Slam title at Wimbledon against Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0, extending her winning streak to 24 matches. She noted the challenges of transitioning…

Tsunami advisory continues for New Zealand post-earthquake

Tsunami advisory continues for New Zealand post-earthquake

Wellington, July 31 (H.S.): New Zealand’s emergency management has issued tsunami activity warnings for coastal areas. Alerts were sent via mobile devices advising avoidance of the sea, beaches, ports, rivers, and bays late Wednesday night . While no evacuation orders are in place, officials caution that strong currents and sudden wave surges may threaten public…

Trump to launch private health tracking System with Big tech firms

Trump to launch private health tracking System with Big tech firms

Washington, July 31 (H.S.): The Donald Trump administration in the US is set to initiate a new digital health initiative aimed at encouraging millions of American citizens to upload their personal health information and medical records to mobile apps and digital platforms. This system is being developed with the cooperation of private tech companies, including…