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Panama told to make ‘immediate changes’ to reduce Chinese canal influence or face US action

US secretary of state Marco Rubio has told Panama’s president the country must reduce alleged Chinese influence over the Panama Canal or face potential retaliation from America.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business

Breaking economies could be just the first step for expansionist Trump

Donald Trump claims this tariff gut-punch at his three largest trading partners is just a matter of common sense.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business

Canada and Mexico hit back with retaliatory tariffs on US as Trump risks trade war

Canada and Mexico have hit back with retaliatory tariffs on President Donald Trump’s steep tax on goods imported from its neighbours.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business

Huge explosions destroy buildings in West Bank

A series of huge explosions have rocked the city of Jenin in the occupied West Bank, as Israel continues military operations it says are targeting “terrorist infrastructure”.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business

Why are more people crossing the Channel on the weekend?

More people are crossing the English Channel in small boats on the weekend. Our data analysis shows last year 40% of the total number of arrivals happened on a Saturday or Sunday.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business

Senior USAID pair suspended after refusing Musk’s DOGE staff access to secure systems

Two senior officials at the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have been suspended after they tried to stop members of Elon Musk’s efficiency team from accessing secure systems, according to reports.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business

Greek island on earthquake alert after more than 200 tremors

More than 200 tremors near the island of Santorini have prompted Greek authorities to close schools and tell residents to avoid some ports and drain swimming pools.

Feb 3, 2025 | Business