Wall Street JournalSig. 4OpinionEconomyTradePolitics
An opinion column argues that high U.S. beef prices stem from problems in the U.S. industry and that the solution lies in Australia. It tells President Trump he is addressing the wrong end of the problem.
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The article credits Trump for record high inflation-adjusted income and falling poverty, calling the Census data great news, but argues his economic agenda remains incomplete. It praises permitting reform and rescinding environmental regulations while criticizing tariffs and high energy costs for holding back manufacturing and younger workers.
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This op-ed argues that President Trump should use the new U.S.-China Board of Trade to cut tariffs on everyday consumer goods like toys, apparel, and electronics while keeping tariffs on strategic national-security goods. It frames consumer tariffs as a hidden tax on American families and urges targeted relief before the holiday shopping season.
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The op-ed argues that the Trump administration has rapidly advanced U.S. influence in Central Asia and the Caucasus at Russia's expense, but that Congress has failed to repeal Soviet-era trade and aid restrictions. It urges passage of bipartisan bills to repeal Jackson-Vanik and Section 907 so the gains are not lost.
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A pro-Brexit comment piece argues that Remainers and Brussels have dominated the debate with 'sound and fury,' that the EU keeps punishing Britain despite UK concessions, and that Britain should embrace Brexit freedoms rather than seek a reset. It cites exclusion from EU defence procurement and a 'Made in Europe' programme as evidence of Brussels' bad faith.
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The opinion piece argues that Trump's tariffs on Canada are hurting both countries while politically benefiting Michigan Democrats, especially radical candidate Abdul El-Sayed. It cites a poll showing Michigan voters believe American consumers pay the tariff costs, and says they are right.
Washington ExaminerSig. 5NewsForeignPoliticsTrade
The European Union is inviting Canada, Australia, and potentially New Zealand to become 'associate members' despite offering little detail on what the status entails. Diplomats and critics dismiss the proposal as vague, with one European diplomat calling it 'middle power bulls***,' while Canada and New Zealand signal caution over sovereignty and unclear benefits.
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EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed Canada as an 'associate member' of the EU without consulting member states, drawing a cool response from Ottawa. The editorial criticizes von der Leyen's tactlessness and warns that President Trump's threatened tariffs would backfire, damaging Western unity and pushing Canada closer to Brussels.
Daily MailSig. 5NewsEconomyTradeTechnology
Volkswagen is evaluating the future of its Spanish brand Seat beyond 2030 as sales decline and Chinese EV makers gain European market share. The article details Seat's lack of EVs, Cupra's rise, and broader pressures on European automakers from Chinese competition and restructuring.
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Andy Burnham is meeting Irish PM Micheál Martin in Manchester as efforts to revive the UK-EU reset stall. Brussels is pressing for UK alignment with EU rules and financial contributions, with tensions over trade and a youth free movement scheme. Chancellor John Healey is also lobbying EU finance ministers against a 'Made in Europe' procurement drive shutting out UK firms.
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MPs on the Commons public accounts committee say ministers lack a credible plan for British Steel, which has lost over £500 million since nationalisation. The report notes £1.3 million daily losses and warns steel tariffs may harm other British firms. A separate committee urges ministers to take control of Thames Water.
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Iran's exports and imports have fallen sharply as a US naval blockade and border bottlenecks strand thousands of trucks, push up prices, and worsen inflation. Tehran is trying to offset the damage through Caspian Sea and China rail routes while hardliners insist the country can endure the economic pressure.