China

The CIA urgently needs people to spy on China. How Trump hinders them

June 6, 2025

CIA Director John Ratcliffe wants to rebuild diminished human assets so that the United States can maintain its capacity to collect and process secret information, especially from China. However, he faces major challenges, some of which are imposed by American President Donald Trump. Earlier this month, the CIA unveiled a new way to persuade dissatisfied […]

Maddow Blog | Trump’s latest tariff reversal offers fresh evidence: He’s bad for business

June 6, 2025

On Friday morning, for reasons that still aren’t clear, Donald Trump published an online statement that read in part, “I am recommending a straight 50% Tariff on the European Union, starting on June 1, 2025.” The president didn’t say to whom he was making this “recommendation,” and the White House indicated to CNBC that his […]

Trump Administration Doubles Down Pro-Crypto Agenda at Bitcoin 2025 Conference

June 5, 2025

United States Vice President JD Vance delivered a fiery address at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas, declaring that the Trump administration will continue purging anti-cryptocurrency regulators while pushing for comprehensive legislative protections for the digital assets industry. Speaking to an energetic crowd on Wednesday, Vance made clear that the removal of former SEC […]

‘Trump Flipped On Us’: MAGA Reacts to Potential National Citizen Database

June 5, 2025

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Supporters of President Donald Trump expressed anger and disbelief online following reports that his administration had advanced plans to create a national citizen […]

Trump’s tariff revenue has already topped $22 billion in May

June 5, 2025

President Trump's tariffs continued to be felt by importers in May with a measure of government receipts for "Customs and Certain Excise Taxes" already topping $22.3 billion this month, according to Treasury Department data. The monthly total is likely to rise only slightly in the coming days, with importers often depositing their tariff duties largely […]

2025 NBA Draft: 7 sleepers to watch who have the potential to be late steals

June 5, 2025

Every year during NBA Draft season, the actual playoffs are also happening and a bunch of former late first-rounders, second-rounders, and undrafted guys are making real winning plays. It’s happening again right now among the Finals teams: Andrew Nembhard (31st in 2022) is a key starter for Indiana, while point guard T.J. McConnell is in […]

There’s Always a Bull Market Somewhere

June 5, 2025

It pays to be bullish. The average bull market lasts around five years (although some estimates are as low as 3.8 years), while the average bear market lasts between nine and 13 months. In other words, 70-80% of the time, stocks are in a bull market. It may not always feel like it, especially because […]

Katy Perry narrowly avoids onstage wardrobe malfunction: ‘Oh s‑‑‑, my bra is gonna come off’

June 5, 2025

Kevin Mazur/Getty Katy Perry performing at the Mexico City stop of the Lifetimes Tour in 2025 It turns out, there is a part of Katy Perry that could very well be taken away from her. The "Woman's World" singer nearly suffered a major wardrobe malfunction while performing at the Las Vegas stop of her Lifetimes […]

Pakistan pitches ‘responsible’ image as diplomatic war with India heats up

June 4, 2025

India and Pakistan have shifted from armed confrontation to a diplomatic offensive, seeking to shape global opinion. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Azerbaijan in February, and Turkiye only a month ago, in April. Yet, this week, he was back in both countries, as part of a five-day, four-nation diplomatic blitzkrieg also […]

Hegseth says the U.S. will reposition military amid threat from China

June 4, 2025

Hegseth says the U.S. will reposition military amid threat from China toggle caption Mohd Rasfan/AFP via Getty Images SINGAPORE — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a stark warning Saturday about China's threat to the status quo in Asia. He said the U.S. is refocusing its strength and policies on deterring China, and coaxed China's neighbors […]