Donald Trump tariff deadline: New US tariffs to take effect from August 1 if no deals struck, says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

The United States is poised to reinstate tariffs on imports from key trading partners, including Taiwan and the European Union, starting August 1 if bilateral trade deals are not finalized by July 9. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reaffirmed President Trump’s plan, emphasizing that countries must secure agreements to avoid the elevated tariffs.

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Delhi’s Safdarjung Hospital flooded after heavy rains; patients wade through ankle-deep water – watch

Torrential rains paralyzed Delhi, causing severe waterlogging at Safdarjung Hospital, where patients waded through flooded wards. In a tragic incident, a woman and her son, new to the city for work, died when a weakened boundary wall collapsed on their shelter in Sehgal Colony. Residents claim construction and tree cutting contributed to the wall’s instability,…

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‘We’re not playing games’: Donald Trump visits law enforcement in Washington, touts crime crackdown; promises ‘best capital ever’

US President Donald Trump visited a US Park Police operations hub in Washington, D.C., praising officers and National Guard members involved in his anti-crime operation. He claimed the federal surge was transforming the city, promising to make it “absolutely perfect.” Joined by top officials, Trump distributed food and urged officers to be strong.

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This is the only place on Earth to swim between two continents

Iceland’s Silfra Fissure, nestled in Þingvellir National Park, offers a unique experience: swimming between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Divers and snorkelers explore the crystal-clear, glacial meltwater-filled fissure, boasting visibility exceeding 100 meters. Despite the chilly 2°C to 4°C water, adventurers clad in dry suits enjoy the otherworldly experience of floating between continents,…

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US market today: Wall Street drifts near record highs; S&P 500 steady, Dow dips 51 points, Fed rate cut hopes fuel optimism

Wall Street experienced a slight rise, poised for its best week in five, fueled by anticipation of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Investor sentiment is optimistic, driven by hopes that the Fed will ease rates to support growth. Mixed global market performance and rising Treasury yields reflect investor considerations of upcoming Fed actions.

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