In August 2025, U.S. consumer confidence took a modest but notable hit, dropping to 97.4 from 98.7 in July, according to The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index®. This decline, though slight, reflects growing unease among Americans about the economy, driven by concerns over a weakening job market, rising prices, and the impact of sweeping new…
In a world increasingly defined by economic tensions and shifting alliances, the upcoming summit in Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, 2025, stands as a landmark event. Gathering 29 world leaders, including India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, this Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting is…
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025, is being hailed as a massive win for American workers, families, and businesses. But what does this sweeping tax legislation really mean for your 2026 tax bill? If you’re like most people, the end of 2025 was…
In the volatile arena of international politics, few figures have embodied unpredictability quite like Donald Trump. During his 2024 presidential campaign, Trump repeatedly promised to end the Russia-Ukraine war “in 24 hours,” criticizing endless U.S. aid as a drain on American resources and hinting at concessions to Russia for a swift deal. Fast-forward to his…
Hurricane Erin Threatens East Coast Hurricane Erin, a Category 2 storm, is stirring up dangerous rip currents and storm surges along the East Coast, with North Carolina on high alert. Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency to prepare for hazardous coastal conditions, including life-threatening rip currents and potential flooding. Although the storm is…
On August 11, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a dramatic move to federalize the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and deploy 800 National Guard troops to the nation’s capital, citing a “crime emergency.” Invoking Section 740 of the 1973 District of Columbia Home Rule Act, Trump placed the MPD under federal control, appointing Drug…
On August 12, 2025, Washington, D.C., witnessed a significant escalation in federal presence as President Donald Trump deployed approximately 800 National Guard troops and 850 federal officers to the U.S. capital, marking what the White House calls a “massive law enforcement surge.” This move, aimed at curbing what Trump describes as rampant crime, has ignited…
In a move that’s sending ripples through the retail sector, sportswear giants Nike and Adidas have announced price increases across their product lines in the United States, citing the financial strain imposed by President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs. These import taxes, targeting goods from over 90 countries, are reshaping supply chains and driving up…
In 2025, President Donald J. Trump’s administration implemented a sweeping set of tariffs on imports from nearly 70 countries, marking one of the most significant shifts in U.S. trade policy in decades. These tariffs, described as “reciprocal” by the White House, aim to address trade imbalances, protect American jobs, and reduce the U.S. goods trade…
In a significant boost to President Donald Trump’s “America First” economic agenda, Apple Inc. has announced a monumental $600 billion investment in the United States over the next four years. This pledge, revealed during a high-profile event at the White House, marks the largest investment the tech giant has ever made in its home country…
