China Strikes Back, Raising Tariffs on US Goods From 84% to 125%
The nation’s move to raise its tariff on US imports from 84% to 125% marks its third retaliation as tensions between the two trade partners escalate.
DHS to Begin Screening Aliens’ Social Media Activity for Antisemitism
Today U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin considering aliens’ antisemitic activity on social media and the physical harassment of Jewish individuals as grounds for denying immigration benefit requests. This will immediately affect aliens applying for lawful permanent resident status, foreign students and aliens affiliated with educational institutions linked to antisemitic activity.
China Raises Retaliatory Tariffs on US to 84%
Chinese Commerce Ministry vows to ‘fight to the end’ in escalating trade war with US after Trump Administration raises tariffs on China to 104%.
Trump Raises Tariffs on China to 104%
The US is raising tariffs on China by another 50% to 104%, the White House announced today (Tuesday). The new tariffs are set to take effect at midnight tonight Eastern Standard Time.
Mega Millions Ticket Price Increase Began This Weekend
Starting this weekend, it’ll cost more to play the Mega Millions jackpot but it might also increase your chance of winning.
China Retaliates Against Trump with 34% Tariff on US Imports
The move is in retaliation for Trump on Wednesday hitting China with a “reciprocal” 34% tariff on Chinese exports — on top of the 20% levy he imposed earlier this year.
Trump Imposes Sweeping Tariffs on Imports, Including 17% On Imports From Israel
US President announces sweeping new tariffs, setting a baseline 10% levy on nearly all imported goods and a 25% tariff on foreign-made automobiles. Israel will be charged with 17% tariffs.
Forever 21 Is Going Out of Business in the United States
The retailer’s US operating company filed for bankruptcy Sunday — for the second time in six years — in a court in Delaware, citing fierce competition from foreign fast fashion retailers. It marks the end of an era for a clothing brand that introduced many teens to fast fashion.
As of March 12th, NYC 911 Ambulances Will No Longer Allow You To Choose Which Hospital You Would Like To Be Transported To
If you call 911 for an ambulance in NYC, you are no longer able to choose your preferred destination after the FDNY released a memo this past week removing a patients ability to choose.
Following American-Hamas Negotiations, Hamas Says It Agreed to Release All American Hostages
The Hamas terrorist organization announced Friday that it has agreed to release all remaining American hostages still held captive in Gaza.
Trump Doubles Planned Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum As Trade War Continues
President Donald Trump says that he will double his planned tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% for Canada, escalating a trade war with the United States’ northern neighbor.
Trade War With Canada and China Escalates, Stocks Plunge
Stocks plunged Monday to a six-month low amid ongoing uncertainty about the impact of policies coming from the Trump White House and concerns about the outlook for the U.S. economy.
Does Yeshiva and Therapy Go Together?
On the outside, it seems that the ideas animating yeshiva education and the therapeutic approach contradict each other—and they certainly can in the wrong hands. But in my experience, when approached with sensitivity and understanding, the two are mutually beneficial.
US Officially Labels The Houthis as Terror Group
The United States has officially implemented the designation of Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement as a “foreign terrorist organization” (FTO), following President Donald Trump’s executive order on the issue, which was signed in January.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum
Mexico to Impose Retaliatory Tariffs on US Following China and Canada as Trade War Heats Up
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said Tuesday that Mexico will respond to 25% tariffs imposed by the United States with its own retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods.
Trump Says 25% Tariffs on Mexican and Canadian Imports Will Start Tuesday, With ‘No Room’ for Delay
President Donald Trump said Monday that 25% taxes on imports from Mexico and Canada would start Tuesday, sparking renewed fears of a North American trade war that already showed signs of pushing up inflation and hindering growth.
Aleph’s Annual Auction is LIVE!
Some things in life have a price tag—a designer handbag, a dream vacation, or a luxury watch. But hope, a second chance, or a mother’s hug after years apart? Those are priceless.
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