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Press releases published on April 5, 2025
Indian security agencies apprehend U.S. citizen for illegally entering restricted zone
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian security agencies have apprehended a U.S. citizen on charges of illegally accessing a prohibited zone — North Sentinel Island — which is home to the isolated and uncontacted Sentinelese tribe, a local police official reported. The …
US Federal Reserve Chair Discusses Impact of Trump Tariffs on Inflation
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell remarked on Friday that the reciprocal tariffs introduced on Wednesday were "larger than expected" and would likely lead to increased inflation and slower economic growth. "We have emphasized that it will be …
Ukrainian Steel Manufacturers Say They May Exit U.S. Market
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Business Association (EBA) announced on Friday that some Ukrainian steel manufacturers might exit the US market after President Donald Trump's decision to impose a fresh 10 percent tariff, which will take effect on April 5, 2025. "The …
British Premier Wants to Discuss U.S. Tariffs with International Presidents
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) British Premier Keir Starmer will hold talks with global leaders this weekend to address the increasing concerns over US Leader Donald Trump’s tariffs, according to Downing Street on Friday. The discussions are expected to center around how …
Myanmar earthquake fatalities surpass 3,000 as China continues rescue efforts
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The official death toll from the devastating 7.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar has now reached 3,085, as per the latest figures released by the Information Team of the State Administration Council on Thursday. In addition to the …
TikTok Says Any Deal with U.S. Will Be Subject to Chinese Law
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) TikTok, the Chinese-owned social media platform, announced on Saturday that discussions with the US are ongoing, but any deal with Washington will have to comply with Chinese law, as reported by state-run media. TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, …
Canada’s employment rate drops, marking its first decrease since 2022
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Canada’s employment figures declined by 33,000, or 0.2 percent, in March — marking the country's first monthly job loss since January 2022, according to data released on Friday by national statistics agency. The national statistics agency …
Hungary discloses withdrawal from International Criminal Court following Netanyahu's visit
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungary declared on Thursday its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to an announcement made by Premier Viktor Orban’s Chief of Staff, Gergely Gulyas. The process of exiting the Hague-based court is set to …
S. Korea’s Constitutional Court upholds impeachment: Yoon removed from office
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korea's political landscape has been dramatically altered as the Constitutional Court today affirmed the National Assembly's decision to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol, effectively ending his term in office. This ruling marks a significant …
NASA projects asteroid more likely to strike moon than earth
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) NASA has revised its projections for asteroid 2024 YR4, now indicating a higher probability of a lunar impact in 2032—though Earth remains safe from any threat. Initially, the asteroid posed a slight risk of impacting Earth in 2032, but recent …
Study unveils hidden genetic risks for severely endangered regent honeyeater
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The Australian National University (ANU) announced on Friday that a transnational study had identified genetic threats to the critically endangered regent honeyeater, a songbird native to Australia, despite the species retaining a surprising …
Trump announces declaration of economic independence with broad tariff measures
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) In a bold move likely to reshape the landscape of global trade, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday introduced what he called a “Declaration of Economic Independence,” implementing wide-ranging reciprocal tariffs. The announcement has sparked …
Canada pledges countermeasures against imminent U.S. tariffs
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared on Wednesday that Canada will retaliate against potential and existing tariffs imposed by the United States with its own countermeasures. Speaking with strong resolve, the Prime Minister pledged to take …
Indian air force pilot loses his live in fighter jet crash
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) An Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot was killed after a Jaguar fighter jet went down in the western state of Gujarat, officials confirmed on Thursday. The incident took place on Wednesday evening near Jamnagar during a routine night training mission. …
Mine-sniffing rat in Cambodia sets new world record for mine detection
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Ronin, a remarkable African giant pouched rat, has earned a Guinness World Records title for his extraordinary ability to sniff out landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Cambodia, according to a news release from the charity APOPO on Friday. …
Kevin De Bruyne exits Manchester City after decade of dominance
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Belgian playmaker Kevin De Bruyne revealed on Friday that he will depart Manchester City when the 2024/25 season concludes. "Dear Manchester, Seeing this, you probably realise where this is heading. So I'll get straight to it and let you all know …
WHO faces substantial budget deficit
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) The World Health Organization (WHO) is grappling with a substantial budget deficit, facing a significant funding gap of 1.9 billion U.S. dollars for the 2026-2027 biennium. This shortfall, coupled with an existing 600-million-dollar deficit …
Malaysia, Thailand Diplomats Go to Earthquake-Stricken Myanmar
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April 5, 2025
(MENAFN) Senior diplomats from Malaysia along with Thailand went on a day-long visit to earthquake-impacted Myanmar on Saturday, amid ASEAN’s reaction to the catastrophe as well as demonstrating solidarity with the citizens of the Southeast Asian country, …