With Trump’s Tariffs, the Chasm Between Allies and the U.S. Widens
President Trump announced sweeping levies on countries across the world. The tariffs create a dilemma for longstanding friends — and an opportunity for foes.
Day: April 3, 2025
Answering your questions about President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs
After weeks of anticipation and speculation, President Donald Trump followed through on his reciprocal tariff threats by declaring on Wednesday a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries and higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade…
Mariners bullpen getting healthier as Matt Brash, Troy Taylor near returns
The Mariners bullpen is getting healthier by the day. Here’s the latest on when Seattle could get its big bullpen arms back.
Entire staff fired at office that helps poor Americans pay for heating
The move threatens to paralyze the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which helps to offset high utility bills for some 6.2 million people nationwide.
US judge throws out corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Judge ruled that the case could not be revived, condemning what he described as an apparent quid pro quo arrangement.
“You’re A Friend, But…”: What Trump Told PM Modi Over Reciprocal Tariffs
While announcing his country’s “reciprocal tariffs” on those who tariff the United States, Donald Trump recalled his brief remark to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding trade ties with India, when the two leaders met in Washington recently.
Trump’s massive 46% Vietnam tariffs pummel Nike, American Eagle and Wayfair
The country became a popular alternative for furniture, apparel and toymakers trying to avoid the crossfire of U.S. trade tensions with Beijing
Mariners salvage win vs. Tigers, beating Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal
A day after getting one hit, the Mariners bounced back to beat the reigning AL Cy Young winner and salvage a win in their series vs. the Tigers.
Naval Academy Staff Removed Display on Female Jewish Graduates for Hegseth Visit
The U.S. Naval Academy has confirmed that officials there removed items commemorating female Jewish graduates from a historic display ahead of a visit to the school by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday.
Deportations: Lessons from history
Last week, under gray skies, my husband and I decided to take a break from all the bad news and see “The Penguin Lessons,” a movie set in 1976 Argentina. The lesson for us was not delivered by the delightful penguin but came at the moment the authorita…