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U.S. Decision on Iran Strike to Come Within Days as Tensions Rise

SMGN Publishing June 19, 2025

Possible U.S. military action pendingThe White House confirmed that a decision on potential U.S. military action against Iran will be made in the next two weeks. President Trump stated that the likelihood of negotiations may affect the final decision but emphasized that all options remain open. While speculation about direct

Contradictory Assessments on Iran’s Nuclear Intentions Fuel Strategic Debate

SMGN Publishing June 18, 2025

Israel cites urgent threat; U.S. intelligence sees no active weapons program Israeli leadership continues to assert that Iran is advancing rapidly toward developing a nuclear weapon, justifying recent military action targeting Iranian infrastructure. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims Israeli intelligence shows Iran is secretly working to weaponize uranium. “The intel

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.

U.S. Denies Role in Israeli Strike on Iran but Signals Tougher Stance if No Deal Emerges

SMGN Publishing June 13, 2025

Washington urges restraint while making clear that new attacks could follow if Tehran rejects nuclear diplomacy Following a large-scale military operation by Israel targeting Iranian infrastructure, the U.S. government has publicly stated it was not involved. Officials emphasized that while American troops in the region remain a priority, the strikes

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

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

SMGN Publishing 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 Publishing 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

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

Mexico Seeks Exemption From U.S. Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Amid Trade Tensions

SMGN Publishing June 5, 2025

Mexico to Formally Request Tariff Exemption on Friday Mexico announced it will formally request an exemption from the 50% tariffs recently imposed by the United States on imports of steel and aluminum. The tariffs, signed into effect by President Donald Trump, are part of a strategy to protect what the

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Felipe Cardona February 8, 2026

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Trump Warns of Tariffs Over Iran Trade

Felipe Cardona February 7, 2026

US President Donald Trump has moved to intensify economic pressure on Iran by signing an executive order that threatens additional tariffs on countries that continue commercial ties with Tehran. The measure authorizes penalties on goods entering the United States from any nation deemed to be trading directly or indirectly with

Bad Bunny Set to Redefine the Super Bowl Halftime Show with Music, Culture, and Protest

Sarah Olivella February 6, 2026

Bad Bunny is preparing for one of the most consequential performances of his career as he steps onto the Super Bowl halftime stage, carrying not only the weight of global stardom but also the responsibility of representing Puerto Rican culture and Latino identity before an audience that regularly surpasses 115