Author: Silke Mayr

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has strongly condemned the deaths of eight paramedics in Rafah, Gaza. The medical team was traveling in clearly marked ambulances when they came under heavy fire in the al-Hashashin neighborhood on March 23. The Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) confirmed that the paramedics wore visible protective emblems at the time of the attack. Despite their status as emergency responders, they were unable to escape the deadly strike. Bodies Recovered After Days of Silence For a full week, access to the area was completely blocked, delaying any rescue or recovery…

President Donald Trump has announced a new round of tariffs that will affect all U.S. trading partners. His decision to impose these tariffs has already caused sharp declines in stock markets across Asia. Investors are worried about the impact on the global economy. The tariffs will add to the existing duties on aluminum, steel, vehicles, and all Chinese imports. Trump confirmed that the tariffs will apply to every country. He said the U.S. government will be “kinder” and “more generous” than others have been toward America. This new plan is set to start on Wednesday, which Trump has called “Liberation…

It’s hard to believe how much Nottingham Forest has changed in just one year. In March 2024, the club was close to relegation. They had just lost points due to a penalty and had already been knocked out of both domestic cup competitions. It seemed like things couldn’t get worse. Now, just 12 months later, Forest is fighting for a place in the Champions League. They’ve also reached the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1991. This is a massive turnaround for the club. Forest’s Big FA Cup Win Forest’s journey to the semi-finals reached a thrilling conclusion…

American supermarkets are brimming with popular French jam brands, including Bonne Maman and St Dalfour. These products are part of the $200 million worth of European jams imported annually into the United States. However, American jams are rarely seen in European stores, with U.S. jam exports to Europe staying under $300,000 each year. This stark contrast is largely due to high tariffs imposed by Europe on U.S. jam products. JM Smucker, one of the largest food manufacturers in the U.S., has pointed to Europe’s 24% import duty on jam as the key reason for this imbalance. The company claims that…

Elon Musk announced that his artificial intelligence company, xAI, has officially merged with his social media platform, X. The move, which he described as an all-stock transaction, brings the two privately held companies under one roof. The merger values xAI at $80 billion, while X, formerly Twitter, is now worth $33 billion. Musk originally bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022. Since then, he has restructured the platform, aiming to transform it into an “everything app.” Now, xAI and X will share their resources, technology, and workforce to push AI innovation. Musk explained that combining both companies allows them to…

Investors rushed to sell shares in top car companies after former President Donald Trump announced a sharp increase in tariffs on imported vehicles and parts. The 25% tax stunned the global auto industry, leading to fears of higher prices, job losses, and production cuts. The move shook the stock market. BMW, Toyota, and Jaguar Land Rover lost billions in combined value. American automakers also took a hit, with General Motors’ stock falling over 7%. Tesla, however, remained stable due to its domestic production and ties to the Trump administration. But even Tesla could not avoid the impact. CEO Elon Musk…

A recent report shows that Europe’s pharmaceutical and medical innovation slowed down in 2024. The drop in patent filings points to a possible decline in progress in these sectors. The European Patent Office (EPO) presented its annual Patent Index, which shows shifting trends in innovation across the continent. Patent Submissions Decline in 2024 In 2024, the EPO registered 199,264 patent applications. This number marks the end of three years of growth. Although the total number of patents was similar to the previous year, there were setbacks in healthcare-related sectors, particularly in pharmaceuticals and medical technology. These sectors recorded noticeable drops,…

Germany’s incoming government has big plans to make Europe more influential in the world. However, the two main political parties, the Christian Democrats (CDU) and the Social Democrats (SPD), still have some disagreements over how to lead the European Union (EU). Both parties want to strengthen the EU, but they don’t yet agree on who should be in charge of EU policy. The Goal: A Stronger European Union Both the CDU and SPD are united in their goal to give Europe more power on the global stage. They want the EU to be stronger and better equipped to handle global…

Technology stocks have been on a wild ride over the past year, experiencing dramatic ups and downs. Market sentiment and investor expectations have driven these shifts, making the sector one of the most unpredictable. The tech industry feels much like the early days of the automobile industry, where hundreds of car manufacturers emerged, only for most to disappear quickly. Few people remember the early automakers that failed, such as Abbot-Detroit, Acme, and Aerocar. Ford, however, managed to survive and shape the future of the automobile industry. Similarly, today’s tech market is filled with startups and established players, but only a…

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new 25% tariff on all imported vehicles and car parts entering the United States. The tariffs on vehicles will take effect on April 2, while duties on parts will begin in May or later. Trump argued that the move would encourage car manufacturers to invest in the U.S. and create thousands of jobs in the auto industry. Auto Industry Faces Major Shakeup The new tariffs target the global car market, affecting countries that supply vehicles to the U.S. Last year, the U.S. imported eight million cars worth $240 billion. These imports made…