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Beijing Raises Tariffs on US to 84 Percent After 104 Percent Tariffs on China Take Effect
The EU approved countermeasures against certain US tariffs. Trump has held steady to his policy, telling companies it’s a ‘GREAT time’ to move to the US.

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Allison Epstein wastes her talent in ‘Fagin The Thief,’ trying to right literary wrongs by revising a serial child exploiter.

‘Your Friends & Neighbors: Season One’: A New Morality Play
Jon Hamm revisits ‘Mad Men’ and ‘Landman’ by playing an appealing anti-hero.

Andrew Marvell’s ‘The Garden’ and the Restorative Power of Nature
‘The Garden’ by 17th-century English poet Andrew Marvell covers much ground, from the benefit of alone time in nature to the soul’s search for a divine Creator.
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Mortgage Credit Availability Jumps to Highest Level in More Than 2 Years
The increase came while mortgage rates remained elevated above the 6.5 percent level.
Trump Says Companies Investing in US Is Solution to Higher Tariffs
His comment came as U.S. tariffs went into effect on Wednesday.
EU Approves Retaliatory Measures Against US Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum
The bloc is still assessing how to respond to the car and broader tariffs.
Why US Has Upper Hand Over Beijing in Tariff Standoff
Experts say the tariff standoff is beyond economic conflict; Trump and Xi are contesting U.S. economic might versus communist political control.
US, Russian Officials to Hold 2nd Meeting in Istanbul to Discuss Embassy Operations
Slated for April 10, the meeting follows a first round of U.S.–Russia discussions hosted by Turkey in February.
Trump Directs DOJ to Challenge Energy Rules That Could Be Unconstitutional
A new order aims to identify any state laws, regulations, policies, or practices that may be unenforceable.
China Retaliates With 84 Percent Tariffs on US Goods
Beijing said that the rules will be enforced from April 10 midday local time, at 12:01 a.m. ET.
Appeals Court Clears Way for DOGE to Access Data at 2 Agencies
The Fourth U.S. Circuit panel reversed an injunction sealing off personal records in the Education Department and the Office of Personnel Management.
EU to Put Tariff Response Plan to Members Early Next Week
‘We’re trying to actively sit down with our American friends and say, let’s make the situation better,’ a European Commission spokesperson said.
EU Dismisses Digital Rules Concessions After ‘Lawfare’ Accusation by US
Senior White House trade adviser Peter Navarro said the use of ‘lawfare’ in places such as the EU is being used to ’target' America’s largest tech firms.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate is undertaking the confirmation process for the president’s new administration.
▶Shen Yun Inspires ‘Compassion and Kindness,’ Says Company Director
Shen Yun Performing Arts entranced the audience at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City, on April 2.
Iran Says ‘Ball Is In America’s Court’ Ahead Of Oman Negotiations
Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said of Saturday’s talks about Iran’s nuclear program, ‘It is as much an opportunity as it is a test.’
IRS Commissioner Leaving Agency After Agreement With DHS on Illegal Immigrant Data
Melanie Krause had been acting commissioner for about a month.
Trump Urges Republicans to Back Budget Plan as Holdouts Remain
Several Republicans remain hesitant to give their blessing to the blueprint that has already passed the Senate.
US Largest Egg Producer Cal-Maine Under DOJ Price Investigation
The company earned $508 million, a 245 percent jump in earnings compared to the year prior.
Texas AG Ken Paxton Announces Bid for US Senate, Challenging Fellow Republican Sen. John Cornyn
Cornyn’s campaign quickly responded to Paxton’s Senate bid.
104 Percent Tariffs on China, Higher Levies on Dozens of Countries Take Effect
‘It was a mistake for China to retaliate’ with more tariffs, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
House Democrats Move to Force Vote on Blocking Tariffs
Reciprocal tariffs on dozens of countries will take effect at 12:01 a.m. ET on April 9.
2025 Masters Preview: Scheffler, McIlroy, LIV Golf, and the Biggest Storylines to Follow
The 89th edition of the Masters Tournament tees off on April 10 from the Augusta National Golf Club.
Cherishing Judaica: Jewish Objects Around Boston
The ‘Intentional Beauty’ of Jewish craftsmanship is in an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
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