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Trade Ministers Convene in Brussels as EU Eyes Response to U.S. 30 % Tariffs Surprise

SMGN Publishing July 14, 2025

Ministers Gather as EU Seeks Balance Brussels is hosting a pivotal meeting of EU trade ministers today following President Trump’s unexpected announcement of 30% tariffs on a broad range of European exports. The bloc — the United States’ largest trading partner — faces significant economic exposure. Delegates have emphasized a

Two Decades After 7/7: London Honors Victims with Unity

SMGN Publishing July 7, 2025

A Day of Reflection and Resilience Twenty years after the devastating 7/7 attacks, London gathered to remember the 52 lives lost in the coordinated bombings that shook the capital during the morning rush hour of July 7, 2005. A memorial service held at St Paul’s Cathedral saw dignitaries, survivors, emergency

Surge in Euro Value Sparks Fears Among Exporters as U.S. Tariff Deadline Nears

SMGN Publishing July 4, 2025

Trump’s tariff strategy backfires, weakening the dollar and putting added strain on European industries The euro’s sharp rise in value against the U.S. dollar in 2025 has triggered concern across global markets, particularly in Europe, where manufacturers are grappling with a significantly altered trade landscape. Despite intentions to strengthen the

NATO Members Face Rising Defense Spending Goals and Renewed Political Tensions

SMGN Publishing June 25, 2025

NATO Allies Pledge to Sharply Increase Defense Budgets The recent NATO summit in The Hague concluded with a bold new commitment: all 32 members agreed to gradually increase military spending to 5% of their GDP within the next decade. This move significantly raises the bar from the previous 2% guideline,

Could Trump’s Tariff Policy Give Europe an Unexpected Economic Advantage?

SMGN Publishing June 24, 2025

Investor Sentiment Shifts Amid U.S. Trade Conflict The ongoing tariff dispute between the United States and the European Union has entered a critical phase, with the deadline for a resolution set for July 9. As economic tensions grow, international investors appear increasingly hesitant about U.S. markets and are redirecting capital

Turbulence in the Skies: How Airbus Pulled Ahead of Its U.S. Rival

SMGN Publishing June 17, 2025

Air travel remains statistically safe, but perception mattersFlying is still considered the safest way to travel long distances. Statistically, even driving to the airport poses more risk than the flight itself. But when an aircraft crashes—as seen this week with Air India Flight 171—it’s hard to focus only on data.

UK Economy Shrinks More Than Expected Amid Corporate Tax Hike and Global Trade Tensions

SMGN Publishing June 12, 2025

Unexpected economic contraction in April raises concerns over growth outlook despite government’s spending promises The British economy unexpectedly contracted by 0.3% in April, marking a notable reversal following a modest 0.2% expansion in March, according to new figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Thursday. Economists had

ECB Slashes Rates Again Amid Trump’s Trade Tensions and Sluggish Eurozone Growth

SMGN Publishing June 9, 2025

ECB Cuts Interest Rate to 2% as Economic Uncertainty Grows The European Central Bank (ECB) has reduced its benchmark interest rate to 2%, marking the eighth rate cut in just over a year. The move comes amid ongoing trade tensions triggered by former President Donald Trump’s escalating tariffs on European

Merz seeks influence in Washington during first Oval Office visit

SMGN Publishing June 6, 2025

A diplomatic start: Merz and Trump meet in the Oval Office German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to the White House on June 5 was marked by a surprisingly warm tone. Standing before the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, Merz appeared satisfied. His two-and-a-half-hour meeting with President Donald Trump was longer than

Dutch Government Collapses Amid Migration Policy Dispute

SMGN Publishing June 3, 2025

The Netherlands faces political upheaval as the ruling coalition disintegrates over contentious asylum policy disagreements. Coalition Breakdown The Dutch government has collapsed after Geert Wilders, leader of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), withdrew his party from the governing coalition. The decision came after a dispute over proposed asylum policies,

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U.S. Bars European Activists Over Alleged Online Censorship Pressure

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

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Climate Change Redefines the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

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