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international trade

Chameleon's Unseen Lung Invader: A Tale of Tiny Travelers

December 12, 2025

In Belgium, a panther chameleon faced a silent battle within its lungs. This chameleon, just two years old, stopped eating and had trouble breathing. Doctors took X-rays and saw something unusual in the lungs. Tiny creatures were living there, causing problems. These creatures are called Raillietie

business

Spain's Pork Exports at Risk as Swine Fever Spreads

December 1, 2025

Spain is in a tough spot. The country, known for being the biggest pork producer in the European Union, is facing a big problem. African swine fever is spreading among wild boars near Barcelona. This disease doesn't hurt humans, but it's a big deal for pigs and wild boars. It spreads quickly and can

environment

Eels in Trouble: Why Global Trade Rules Failed to Save Them

November 28, 2025

Eels, those slippery and ancient creatures, are in big trouble. They are not just creepy-crawly things that make some people squirm. They are also a big deal in the world of sushi and seafood. But their numbers are dropping fast. Since the 1980s, some eel species have seen their populations shrink b

science

Can New Zealand Make Its Own Medicine After a Global Disaster?

November 7, 2025

New Zealand, a small island nation, depends on imports for many essential goods. One critical area of concern is pharmaceuticals. If a global catastrophe strikes, international trade could collapse. This would leave New Zealand struggling to access vital medicines. The country faces several potenti

politics

Supreme Court Weighs Big Tariff Debate

November 5, 2025

The Supreme Court is currently looking into whether the president can impose tariffs on almost every country using a law meant for emergencies. This is a big deal because it's about how much power the president has and how it affects trade. The president has been using a law from 1977, called IEEPA

business

US Deliveries on Pause: What's the Deal with New Import Taxes?

August 22, 2025

Big changes are happening in the world of international shipping. Starting August 29, the US is changing its rules on import taxes for small packages. This has caused a lot of confusion and delays. Royal Mail and DHL have decided to pause some deliveries to the US. They need time to figure out how

business

Panama's Ports: A Battle for Control

August 6, 2025

Panama is making waves in the shipping world. The country's president, Jose Raul Mulino, has hinted that Panama might take over two major ports near the Panama Canal. This move could disrupt a huge $20 billion deal involving BlackRock and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). The ports in question,

politics

Trade Talks or Tariffs: Countries Face Tough Choices

July 8, 2025

Fourteen countries got a wake-up call from the U. S. They have until August 1 to make a deal. If not, they'll pay more to sell their stuff to America. The U. S. is playing hardball. They say, "Make a deal or pay more. " But if these countries fight back with their own taxes, the U. S. will hit them

business

G7 Makes a Deal: US Gets a Tax Break, Others Compromise

June 29, 2025

The G7 recently made a big decision. They agreed to let the US off the hook on a global minimum tax. This tax was supposed to apply to all big companies worldwide. The idea was to make sure everyone pays their fair share. But the G7 said the US doesn't have to follow this rule, at least not right no

finance

China's Push to Make the Yuan a Global Player

June 26, 2025

China is stepping up its game to get the world to use the yuan more. This comes as the U. S. dollar is losing some of its shine. The yuan has been getting stronger, while the dollar has been dropping in value. China's central bank is making big moves. They want to reduce the world's reliance on jus