U.S. Botched a Deal to Swap Venezuelans in El Salvador for American Prisoners
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the U.S. envoy to Venezuela were both working on different deals and ended up at cross purposes.
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Trump’s Nobel Prize Nomination is an Act of Strategic Flattery From Netanyahu
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel handed a letter to President Trump nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize. But it’s not clear whether stroking the president’s ego has long-lasting effects.
Trump’s New Trade Threats Set Off Global Scramble to Avoid Tariffs
Many countries thought they were negotiating in good faith. The White House renewed its “reciprocal” tariff plan anyway, giving countries until Aug. 1 to make offers.
Trump Wants to Close the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
The White House is planning to eliminate the board, a small agency that investigates chemical disasters to understand what went wrong.
The Mexican Businessman Grateful for Trump’s Tariffs
A small company in northern Mexico had faced steep competition from China in making straps, plugs, fasteners, grommets, zip ties and clamps. Now, U.S. tariffs have driven a spike in his business.
As Renewed U.S. Tariffs Loom, Emerging Economies Turn to One Another
With President Trump preparing to revive tariffs this week, some of the world’s biggest exporters are planning a future less dependent on trade with the United States.
As Renewed U.S. Tariffs Loom, Emerging Economies Turn to One Another
As President Trump prepares to revive tariffs this week, some of the world’s biggest exporters are planning a future less dependent on trade with the United States.
Why Are Protesters in Mexico City Angry at Remote Workers?
Top concerns include the displacement of longtime residents as rents and food prices surge. Ire over the influx of well-heeled foreigners has been building for years.
Von der Leyen Faces No-Confidence Vote in Far-Right Challenge
Ahead of the vote on Thursday, Ursula von der Leyen, president of the commission, appeared before the European Parliament to defend herself against complaints about transparency.
AT&T Reaches $177M Deal Over 2019 and 2024 Data Breaches
AT&T’s $177M data breach settlement. Check eligibility for payouts from 2019 and 2024 incidents. Get claim details here.