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The United States Senate has voted to rescind the 50% tariffs placed on Brazilian imports, including coffee, beef, and other goods. The measure passed narrowly with a 52-48 vote, as five Republican senators joined all Democrats in supporting the repeal. The decision marks a rare moment of bipartisan cooperation on trade policy and signals a potential easing of U.S.–Brazil economic tensions. Lawmakers backing the resolution said that ending the Brazil import tariffs will help reduce costs for American families and small businesses. By reversing the previous administration’s trade barriers, the Senate aims to promote fairer market competition and restore stable…

OpenAI has completed its transition into a for-profit company. The move is designed to attract billions in new investment and could prepare the firm for a future stock market debut. Microsoft redefines its partnership with the AI trailblazer As part of the change, OpenAI and Microsoft have renewed their strategic partnership. Microsoft now owns a 27% stake in the ChatGPT developer. The new structure marks a turning point in a collaboration that began in 2019, when OpenAI still operated as a non-profit research organization. Under the updated deal, Microsoft can now develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) independently or with other…

New climate plans from more than 60 countries would cut global emissions by only 10% by 2035, far below what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, a UN report has found. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said progress was being made but warned that “acceleration must start now.” Major emitters such as China and the EU have yet to submit full plans. China’s target to cut emissions by only 7–10% from its peak by 2035 has been called too weak, while the EU remains divided over its own goals. The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where…

Amazon has unveiled a new line of high-tech eyeglasses aimed at improving delivery efficiency. The wearable technology is designed to help drivers navigate routes faster and reduce overall delivery times. The smart eyeglasses integrate augmented reality (AR) and real-time data to guide drivers more efficiently. By overlaying directions and package information, the technology reduces errors and streamlines operations. Executives say the new device will benefit both customers and drivers. Faster and more accurate deliveries mean improved satisfaction for buyers and a smoother workflow for the workforce. Amazon has been testing the eyeglasses in select markets before rolling them out nationwide.…

Amazon is preparing to cut tens of thousands of corporate jobs as part of a sweeping global restructuring plan, according to several media reports. The layoffs could begin as early as this week. Both The Wall Street Journal and Reuters report that Amazon plans to eliminate up to 30,000 positions. The move forms part of a cost-cutting strategy led by chief executive Andy Jassy, who is seeking to streamline the company after years of rapid expansion. Amazon declined to comment when contacted by international news organizations. Biggest staff reduction since 2022 If confirmed, the layoffs would represent one of the…

Juventus have dismissed head coach Igor Tudor following an eight-match winless run across all competitions, the club confirmed on Monday. “Juventus FC announces that it has today relieved Igor Tudor of his duties as coach of the men’s first team, along with his staff,” read a club statement issued a day after their 1-0 defeat to Lazio. Reserve team boss Massimo Brambilla will serve as interim manager. Tudor, who took over from Thiago Motta in March, was the club’s first foreign manager since Didier Deschamps in 2006–07. A former Juventus defender, he spent nearly a decade at the club as…

Real Madrid showcased authority and composure at the Bernabéu, defeating Barcelona 2-1 to stretch their lead at the top of La Liga to five points. Xabi Alonso’s side played with precision, intensity, and discipline in his first Clasico as manager. Jude Bellingham finally ended his goal drought with both a goal and an assist after recovering from shoulder surgery. Kylian Mbappé continued his clinical run in front of goal. Alonso’s tactical plan worked brilliantly—until Vinicius Jr’s anger stole the spotlight. The Brazilian winger reacted furiously when he was substituted in the 72nd minute. He ignored Alonso on his way off,…

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has reaffirmed his support for free trade, highlighting the importance of open markets amid tensions with the United States. His remarks come after former U.S. President Donald Trump announced the end of trade negotiations with Canada, raising concerns about cross-border commerce. Ford cited former President Ronald Reagan’s opposition to tariffs as a guiding principle. “Free trade benefits everyone. Tariffs and trade barriers hurt businesses and consumers,” Ford said, emphasizing the need to protect economic growth in Ontario. The Premier stressed that Ontario’s economy relies heavily on strong trade relationships with the U.S., particularly in manufacturing, agriculture,…

The US and China have agreed on a final deal to transfer ownership of TikTok’s US operations, treasury secretary Scott Bessent confirmed on Sunday. Speaking on CBS’s Face the Nation, Bessent said the deal was completed in Madrid and will be formally approved when Donald Trump meets Xi Jinping later this week in South Korea. Valued at $14 billion, the agreement gives US and international investors a 65% stake in TikTok’s American arm, with ByteDance and Chinese shareholders holding less than 20%. Oversight of the app’s algorithm will move to the new board, dominated by US investors. The sale follows…

Europe Must Act on Military Preparedness René Obermann, chairman of Airbus, has stressed that European countries need to accelerate efforts to enhance their military strength. He pointed to critical areas such as electronic warfare, satellite technology in low Earth orbit, and nuclear defense as essential to maintaining strategic security in the coming years. Expanding Production and Cross-Nation Cooperation Obermann called for significant investments in defense manufacturing, emphasizing that increasing production capacity is vital to meet growing security demands. He also encouraged European nations to work closely together on defense programs to ensure resources are used efficiently and military readiness is…