International

Twelve States Sue Trump Over Sweeping Tariffs

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2025

In a major legal challenge, twelve U.S. states have jointly filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump, opposing the sweeping tariffs introduced under his “Liberation Day” initiative. The plaintiffs argue that the tariffs are unconstitutional and have caused serious economic damage across multiple sectors. The lawsuit, lodged in the U.S. Court of International Trade,

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Trump-Zelenskyy Clash Over Crimea Stalls Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2025

The war in Ukraine continues to face diplomatic obstacles as a new verbal clash has erupted between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, centered around the contentious issue of Crimea. Trump criticized Zelenskyy for making what he termed “inflammatory” comments that undermine efforts to negotiate peace with Russia. “Ukrainian

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Canada Silent as World Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

By BPN News Desk April 24, 2025

The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left 28 civilians dead, has drawn sharp condemnation from across the globe. Leaders from several nations have publicly denounced the act, expressing solidarity with India in its time of grief. Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stated, “The barbaric attack in Pahalgam has stolen the […]

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Series of Earthquakes Shake Istanbul; Panic Grips Western Districts

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

A series of earthquakes rocked Istanbul on April 23, 2025, triggering widespread panic across the city and forcing evacuations in several districts. The most powerful tremor registered a magnitude of 6.2 with its epicenter located off the coast of Silivri in the Marmara Sea, approximately 40 kilometers southwest of Istanbul. The quake occurred at a […]

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White House Rebuts University Criticism Over Federal Oversight

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

The White House has pushed back strongly against a coordinated statement from over 100 U.S. universities accusing the administration of political interference and overreach in academic affairs. The backlash comes amid an ongoing legal dispute involving Harvard University and the federal government, following the freezing of $2.2 billion in funding. Universities’

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Pope Francis’ Funeral to Be Held Saturday at St. Peter’s Square

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 26. The funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City, where thousands of faithful are expected to gather to bid farewell to the late pontiff. His […]

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Trump Hints at Tariff Cuts on China, Signals Trade War Easing

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

In a major signal of de-escalation, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the steep 145% tariffs currently imposed on Chinese imports would soon be “substantially reduced.” The move is being seen as a significant pivot in the trajectory of the long-running U.S.-China trade war, raising hopes for renewed economic cooperation between the two global giants. […]

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Elon Musk to Cut Back Government Role, Refocus on Tesla Amid Profit Slide

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2025

Elon Musk has decided to scale back his high-profile role in the U.S. federal government’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a position he took on under President Donald Trump, to refocus his attention on Tesla following a significant slump in the company’s profitability. Background on DOGE and Musk’s Involvement The Department of Government Efficiency,

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India and U.S. Aim to Finalize First Phase of Trade Deal by Fall 2025

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that India and the United States are moving steadily toward concluding the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement by fall 2025. Addressing the Indian community in San Francisco, she underlined that resolving reciprocal tariff issues remains a central part of the negotiation framework. Strategic Engagements and High-Level

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Trump’s Approval Drops to 42% Amid Authority Concerns

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2025

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 42%, marking the lowest level since his return to office, according to a recent national poll. The drop from 47% in January reflects a growing sense of dissatisfaction among Americans over how the President is exercising his authority. The approval decline is largely attributed to recent decisions […]