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Australia Recognizes Palestinian State Amid Gaza Crisis

SMGN August 12, 2025

Australia’s Decision Sparks International Reactions Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that Australia will officially recognize a Palestinian state during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in September. This decision aligns with similar moves recently made by the United Kingdom, France, and Canada, signaling a broader international push

Trump Tariffs Threaten India’s Exports and Growth

SMGN July 31, 2025

The U.S. has announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports starting August 1, coupled with unspecified penalties tied to India’s continued trade with Russia. These measures may severely impact India’s export-driven sectors like pharmaceuticals, automobiles, textiles, and marine products. Economists estimate India’s GDP growth could drop by 0.2% as a

EU-China Ties at Inflection Point After Tense Beijing Summit

SMGN July 24, 2025

European Union leaders met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing in a high-stakes summit that laid bare the complexities of the EU-China relationship, which has come under increasing pressure amid widening trade imbalances and geopolitical disagreements. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called the meeting an “inflection point,”

U.S.–Japan Trade Accord Reshapes Asia’s Economic Order

SMGN July 23, 2025

The recent trade pact between the United States and Japan marks a strategic recalibration in global commerce, especially across Asia. While former President Trump characterized it as the “largest trade deal in history,” economists point out that its true weight lies in its potential to stabilize markets and recalibrate trade

Samsung Leader Acquitted of Fraud in High-Profile Merger Trial

SMGN July 17, 2025

Court Acquits Lee Jae-yong in Final Fraud Verdict Samsung Electronics executive chairman Lee Jae-yong has been officially acquitted of all charges related to fraud and market manipulation by the Supreme Court of South Korea. This final ruling concludes a protracted legal battle centered on a controversial 2015 merger deal between

Trump Unveils Landmark Trade Agreement with Vietnam, Cutting Tariffs and Expanding Market Access

SMGN July 3, 2025

President Donald Trump has revealed a sweeping new trade agreement with Vietnam, significantly lowering tariffs on Vietnamese goods exported to the U.S. and granting American companies full access to Vietnamese markets. The announcement came after intense last-minute negotiations, as many countries scrambled to avoid a hike in U.S. tariffs originally

Major Cyberattack on Qantas Exposes Millions of Customer Records in Australia

SMGN July 2, 2025

Qantas Hit by Large-Scale Cyberattack Impacting Millions of Customer Profiles A serious cybersecurity incident has affected the Australian airline Qantas, compromising the personal information of up to six million individuals. The breach, which targeted a third-party platform used by Qantas’ customer service centre, was detected on June 30 during a

Thailand’s PM Paetongtarn Suspended as Court Reviews Ethics Case Over Leaked Call

SMGN July 1, 2025

Constitutional Court Suspends Prime Minister Over Ethics Allegation Thailand’s Constitutional Court has suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra amid an investigation into an alleged breach of ethics linked to a leaked phone call with a senior Cambodian official. The judges voted unanimously to admit the complaint and, by a 7-2 majority,

Trump Announces Rare-Earths Agreement with China as Broader Trade Talks Advance

SMGN June 11, 2025

President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping recently held talks resulting in what the White House describes as a “done deal” on rare-earth minerals — key inputs for electric vehicles and smartphones. While details remain limited, this step builds upon the existing tariff truce reached in Geneva, signaling incremental progress

U.S.–China Trade Talks Continue in London as Rare Earths and Chips Dominate Agenda

SMGN June 10, 2025

Second Day of Negotiations in London Trade representatives from the United States and China entered their second day of high-level discussions at Lancaster House, a historic venue in central London. The talks are being closely observed by global markets as the world’s two largest economies attempt to resolve ongoing tariff

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Expert Tips to Navigate Flight Delays and Cancellations During Crisis

SMGN November 6, 2025

Widespread flight delays and cancellations are impacting major airports nationwide as the government shutdown, now the longest in history, continues to drag on. Air traffic controller shortages have caused issues at numerous airports for more than a month, creating ripple effects across the entire travel network. In response to the

Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN November 6, 2025

Former president reflects on election results after record-long shutdown During a meeting with Republican senators, former President Donald Trump said the prolonged federal government shutdown negatively affected recent election results for his party. Trump stated that pollsters identified the shutdown as a major factor influencing voter sentiment against Republicans. “If

U.S. Government Revises SNAP Benefit Cuts, but Millions Still Face Major Reductions

SMGN November 6, 2025

USDA Adjusts Reduction Formula Amid Ongoing Legal and Technical Challenges The U.S. government has revised its plan for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), announcing a smaller reduction in monthly food benefits. According to updated guidance from the Department of Agriculture (USDA), maximum allotments will now be cut by 35%