International

Trump Threatens Tariffs on 14 Countries From August 1

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

President Donald Trump has formally notified 14 countries that they will face steep import tariffs beginning August 1, 2025, unless new reciprocal trade agreements are concluded. The announcement marks a dramatic expansion of Trump’s protectionist trade strategy, aimed at rebalancing what he calls decades of “unfair trade practices” against the United States. Countries

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Wildfire Forces Marseille Airport Shutdown, Trains Halted

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

A rapidly spreading wildfire in southern France has brought the city of Marseille to a standstill, leading to the shutdown of Marseille Provence Airport, suspension of all train services, and large-scale evacuations. The blaze erupted near Les Pennes-Mirabeau, just north of the city, and quickly overwhelmed local infrastructure due to high winds and dry conditions. […]

International

Trump Announces 50% Copper, 200% Pharma Tariffs

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

President Donald Trump has launched a new wave of protectionist trade measures, unveiling a 50% tariff on copper imports and issuing a stark warning that pharmaceutical products could face duties as high as 200% within the next 12 to 18 months. The announcements are part of a broader strategy to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign […]

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India, Brazil Ink $20B Trade Deal as Modi Honoured

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

India and Brazil have formalized a landmark $20 billion trade agreement, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation across multiple sectors. Announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Brasilia, the pact is expected to more than double bilateral trade from its previous level, with aspirations to eventually triple it. Both nations will collaborate

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Trump Threatens 10% Tariff on BRICS, Declares “Dollar Is King”

By BPN News Desk July 9, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to the BRICS bloc, threatening a 10% tariff on all their exports to the United States. The move is part of a renewed push to punish nations that, according to Trump, are attempting to undermine the U.S. dollar’s status as the global reserve currency. During a […]

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Iran Confirms U.S. Strikes Severely Damaged Nuclear Facilities

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

In a stark admission, the President of Iran has confirmed that recent United States airstrikes have caused severe structural and operational damage to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The revelation comes amid heightened tensions in the region and growing fears of escalation following what Iran is now treating as a direct assault on its sovereign nuclear capabilities. […]

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India-US Mini Trade Deal to Be Announced Tonight

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

India and the United States are set to announce a mini trade deal by 10 pm IST tonight, signaling a breakthrough in long-stalled bilateral trade discussions. The deal is expected to bring temporary relief on select tariffs, especially in key export-driven sectors, and will act as a precursor to a larger, more comprehensive agreement likely […]

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Tesla CFO Vaibhav Taneja Named Treasurer of Musk’s America Party

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

Tesla Chief Financial Officer Vaibhav Taneja has been officially designated as treasurer and custodian of records for Elon Musk’s newly launched political outfit, the America Party, according to filings submitted to the U.S. Federal Election Commission (FEC) on July 4, 2025. This development marks a significant escalation in Musk’s foray into formal politics and places

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UAE Becomes Second-Best Global Destination for Digital Nomads

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The United Arab Emirates has jumped to second place globally in the 2025 Digital Nomad Visa Index, marking a rapid rise in its reputation as a haven for remote workers. Surpassing countries like Montenegro and the Bahamas, the UAE now trails only Spain in a ranking that considers infrastructure, visa ease, lifestyle, and long-term suitability […]

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UK to Conduct Nationwide Emergency Alert Test on September 7

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

The United Kingdom is set to conduct its second nationwide Emergency Alert test on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 3:00 pm BST, as part of a broader effort to strengthen the country’s crisis response infrastructure. The test will involve sending a loud alarm and message to millions of mobile phones across the nation, even those […]