Reported death toll marks one of the deadliest attacks by the United States military on Yemen.
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These were the updates from the 2025 English-language election debate for Thursday, April 17.
Donald Trump said he is “not happy” with US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, accusing him of “playing politics.”
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Liberal Prime Minister Carney says he’s the man to take on Trump, as Conservative Poilievre says time for change.
US-China trade war escalates with huge stakes for the economies of both nations and the rest of the world.
Trump does not have the authority to force Powell to resign. The Fed chair’s term is up in May 2026.
Experts debunk claims of Trump declaring martial law, citing legal boundaries and confusion with the Insurrection Act.
These are the updates from Thursday, April 17, 2025 as Donald Trump hosts the Italian prime minister for trade talks.
The winning picture of this year’s World Press Photo competition highlights the human cost of war in Gaza.
The 28-percent US tariff means the imported carpets will become significantly more expensive for American consumers.
US Department of Homeland Security tells Harvard to comply with Trump’s demands or lose visas for foreign students.
Beijing’s comments come after White House says Chinese exports could face duties of up to 245 percent.
White House says it will appeal ruling that administration flouted court order on deportation flights.
Wall Street closes sharply lower as US Federal Reserve chair warns tariffs could lead to slower growth, higher inflation
