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Washington, D.C. — A new global tariff imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump has come into force at a rate of 10 percent, lower than previously expected, after the United States Supreme Court blocked key elements of his broader tariff programme last week. The tariff took effect on 24 February, after President Trump signed an executive order just hours after the court’s ruling on Friday. The rate is below the 15 percent levy the President had announced over the weekend, as no formal directive authorising an increase has yet been issued. Market analysts have warned that the rapidly shifting tariff…

Washington, D.C. — U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that his administration has increased the global tariff rate on imports into the United States to 15 percent, reaffirming his commitment to a tough trade stance following a recent court ruling that curtailed parts of his tariff authority. The announcement comes a day after the United States Supreme Court ruled that much of the administration’s tariff programme was unlawful. In a statement posted on his Truth Social account, President Trump said the decision followed a comprehensive review of what he described as an “extraordinarily anti-American decision” by the court. According…

Washington, D.C. — U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a stark ultimatum to Iran Thursday while hosting the inaugural meeting of the newly established Board of Peace, underscoring a central dilemma in his foreign policy: pursuing diplomatic engagement with Tehran at the same time as threatening potential military action. Addressing representatives from dozens of nations gathered in Washington, Trump reiterated his stated preference for a negotiated settlement to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions, presenting diplomacy as the preferred path forward. A senior U.S. official described recent indirect discussions between U.S. and Iranian negotiators as “good talks,” and the President urged Tehran to…

New York — JPMorgan Chase is in discussions to provide banking services to the Board of Peace, a U.S.-led initiative originally created to oversee the reconstruction of Gaza and now increasingly promoted by President Donald Trump as an alternative to the United Nations, the Financial Times reported. According to two people familiar with the matter, the bank is considering offering a range of services, including facilitating payments to and from the board. The talks are taking place despite strained relations between JPMorgan and the Trump administration. Last month, President Trump filed a lawsuit against the bank and its chief executive,…

Geneva — Trilateral talks involving Russia, Ukraine, and the United States, aimed at ending Moscow’s war in Ukraine, have concluded without a major breakthrough, officials confirmed on Wednesday. The negotiations, held in Geneva, extended late into Tuesday and resumed briefly on Wednesday, lasting approximately two hours. Despite earlier optimism expressed by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, officials from both Russia and Ukraine described the discussions as difficult. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said the talks were “not easy” due to fundamental differences between the two sides, while Russia’s chief negotiator Vladimir Medinsky described the discussions as “businesslike” but challenging. Following the formal…

Winter Games action continued on Tuesday as Yannick Schwaller led Switzerland to a commanding 9–4 victory over Sweden in the men’s curling competition, extending Switzerland’s unbeaten run and ending the defending champions’ medal hopes. The Swiss team now sit top of the round-robin standings with a flawless six wins from six matches. Sweden, skipped by Niklas Edin, were already under pressure following a 7–3 loss to Germany on Monday. Tuesday’s defeat eliminated their remaining mathematical chance of reaching the playoffs, leaving the reigning Olympic champions joint-ninth with one win from seven games. Speaking after the match, Schwaller praised his team’s…

New labour market data released Tuesday show that the United Kingdom’s unemployment rate has risen to its highest level in more than a decade outside the pandemic period, while wage growth continued to moderate—developments that have reinforced market expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the Bank of England next month. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the unemployment rate increased to 5.2% in the three months to December 2025. This marks the highest level since 2015, excluding the pandemic peak of 5.3%. The ONS noted that the unemployment rate is derived from a labour force survey…

The family of Rev. Jesse Jackson has announced the passing of the renowned civil rights leader, minister, and former U.S. presidential candidate at the age of 84. Rev. Jackson, a charismatic Baptist minister raised in the segregated American South, was a prominent figure in the modern civil rights movement and a close associate of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. Throughout his decades of public service, he championed the rights of Black Americans and other marginalized communities, becoming one of the most recognizable and influential voices for social justice in the United States. In a family statement released Tuesday, they described…

Washington, D.C. – February 12 — Anthropic today announced a $20 million commitment to support U.S. political candidates who advocate for responsible regulation of the artificial intelligence industry. The funding will be directed to Public First Action, a political organization that supports state-level AI regulations and opposes federal efforts aimed at limiting states from passing their own AI laws. Among the candidates backed by the group is Republican Marsha Blackburn, currently running for governor of Tennessee, who previously opposed congressional efforts to block states from implementing AI legislation. In a company statement, Anthropic emphasized its commitment to ethical technology development:…

February 12, 2026 Healthcare systems worldwide continue to witness major advancements as governments, health organizations, and research institutions introduce new public health policies, medical innovations, and digital healthcare solutions aimed at improving patient outcomes and strengthening healthcare delivery. These developments reflect a growing global commitment to disease prevention, medical research, mental health support, and expanded access to quality healthcare services. Key Highlights of the Global Health Update: Medical Research & InnovationSignificant progress has been recorded in cancer treatment, vaccine development, and genetic medicine. Advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence and personalized healthcare solutions, are improving early diagnosis and increasing treatment success…