US copper imports reached a 12-year high of over 200,000 tonnes last month, pushing combined Comex and LME inventories above 740,000 tonnes as analysts cite Trump's tariff threat pulling metal from China and global warehouses.
Donald Trump claimed that China is funding resistance against new US artificial intelligence infrastructure to hinder American progress, while praising data centers as economic assets.
The Trump administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador to Washington, escalating a diplomatic dispute sparked by Brazil's delay in approving the U.S. ambassadorial nominee and denying visas to American diplomats.
Alphabet-owned autonomous car maker Waymo has dropped the waitlist for its robotaxi service in Dallas, opening it to all residents and visitors as part of its ongoing expansion.
US sanctions against Russia could harm the US more than Moscow, creating economic uncertainty and eroding geopolitical influence as nations seek dollar alternatives, Responsible Statecraft reports.
Clashes between the US and EU are becoming the 'new normal' with competition over tech regulations at the core, a Chinese think tank analysis says, citing recent EU antitrust fines against Google.
A UN report released in Santiago urges Latin American and Caribbean nations to maintain strategic flexibility, diversifying trade toward China while keeping security ties with Washington.
The US and Japan joined forces to support the yen after Tokyo deployed nearly $96 billion in interventions, prompting Bitcoin traders to monitor potential carry trade unwinds and rising Japanese bond yields.
Liao Heng, chief scientist at Huawei's semiconductor business and former skeptic, discusses how witnessing HiSilicon's execution and high success rate in chip design shifted his perception of China's technological capabilities.
Paramount CEO David Ellison defended his $111bn merger with Warner Bros Discovery in a New York Times essay, arguing that legal challenges from states and writers' guilds are politically motivated rather than antitrust concerns.
The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management proposed auctioning two massive seabed lease areas near American Samoa for mineral exploration, sparking environmental and local concerns.
Former US president Joe Biden's December 2024 visit to Angola highlighted US investment in the strategic Lobito Atlantic Railway, aiming to secure critical mineral supplies and counter Chinese economic influence.
US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace assured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel's Gaza withdrawal will only begin after Hamas completely disarms.
President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, in a decree. Stefanishyna said she left by personal choice after nearly a year, amid broader reshuffle of top officials.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed U.S. Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna via presidential decree. Stefanishyna stated the departure was her own decision due to personal circumstances, coinciding with a broader reshuffle of top Ukrainian officials.
Cubans are increasingly seeking asylum in Brazil after US closed migration routes; 41,000 applied last year, a record. Brazil offers work permits and services, while US and other nations tighten borders. Migrants face long waits for decisions.
The US has signed a deal exceeding $3 billion with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to significantly increase production of Patriot and THAAD interceptor missile parts. This move aims to replenish stockpiles strained by ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Captain Anna Nordqvist has selected Britain's Mimi Rhodes and Ireland's Leona Maguire as wildcard picks for Europe's Solheim Cup team. They will join other qualifiers, including three rookies, to face the United States in the Netherlands next month, aiming to reclaim the trophy.
Iran is negotiating with Oman for a temporary commercial shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, while its foreign ministry spokesperson denies any talks with the US, despite President Trump's claims and threats of military action. Tensions remain high over the strait's management and a disputed ceasefire agreement.
Mauricio Pochettino has extended his contract as manager of the United States men's national team until 2030, expanding his role to include advising on broader development, youth soccer, and coaching education for US Soccer.
US mattress recycling programs have recovered 650 million pounds of materials from over 17 million discarded mattresses, addressing landfill issues and machinery damage. While 18 million mattresses are discarded annually, most end up in landfills due to limited specialized facilities, despite 80% recyclability.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola noted defensive issues after a 4-2 pre-season loss to Leeds in Chicago, highlighting the need for reinforcements. The team conceded six goals in three US matches, prompting calls for new signings, especially at centre-back, ahead of the Premier League season.
US international cricketer Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy has been banned from all forms of cricket for eight years by the ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal for match-fixing during the Abu Dhabi T10 League in the UAE and obstructing the investigation.
The US imposed new tariffs on China and 50+ economies, while its AI lead over China narrowed. Separately, Asian-American groups expressed fear over President Trump's rhetoric fueling racism in the US.
