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Trump says US tariffs to hit 'all countries'
Trump says US tariffs to hit 'all countries'
by  AFP

President Donald Trump said Sunday the tariffs he plans to impose in the coming days would include "all countries", not just those with the largest trade imbalances with the United States. But despite widening the target, the president insisted his tariffs would be more "generous" than those levied against the United States.

What happens on Trump's 'Liberation Day' and beyond?
What happens on Trump's 'Liberation Day' and beyond?
by  AFP

US President Donald Trump has launched a volley of tariffs impacting allies and adversaries this year, promising "Liberation Day" on Wednesday with action targeting countries that have persistent trade gaps with his country. Trump could unveil further sector-specific tariffs on Wednesday, having earlier indicated plans to target pharmaceuticals, semiconductors and lumber.

Japan-Australia flagship hydrogen project stumbles
Japan-Australia flagship hydrogen project stumbles
by  AFP

Japan wants to become a hydrogen fuel leader to meet its net-zero goals, but one blockbuster project is hanging in the balance over questions about its climate credentials. Hydrogen's climate credentials also depend on how it is produced.

Japan's Nikkei leads big losses in Asian markets as gold hits record
Japan's Nikkei leads big losses in Asian markets as gold hits record
by  AFP

Tokyo led another plunge across Asian markets Monday while gold hit a record high as investors steel themselves for a wave of US tariffs this week that has fuelled recession fears. Gold, a safe haven in times of uncertainty and turmoil, hit a record high of $3,106.79.

Four men loom large in Microsoft history
Four men loom large in Microsoft history
by  AFP

Microsoft was shaped by Bill Gates, Paul Allen, Steve Ballmer and Satya Nadella over the course of the last half-century in the male-dominated tech world. Ballmer joined Microsoft in 1980 and was best man at the 1994 wedding of Bill and Melinda Gates.

Economy and especially Trump: Canadians' thoughts on campaigns
Economy and especially Trump: Canadians' thoughts on campaigns
by  AFP

Canadians are going to the polls on April 28 to elect a new government at a time of unprecedented turmoil with the United States, as President Donald Trump threatens the country's economy and sovereignty. The election has been all about Donald Trump and they're focused on everything else," said the 62-year-old voter.

Liberal PM Carney takes lead four weeks before Canada vote
Liberal PM Carney takes lead four weeks before Canada vote
by  AFP

Four weeks before Canadians vote in a general election where threats by US President Donald Trump have taken center stage, Mark Carney has led a Liberal resurgence to take the lead in polls over his main rival, Conservative Pierre Poilievre.