
WTO Declines Comment on U.S. Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
The WTO declined to comment on the U.S. Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, maintaining its customary neutrality as member states evaluate the decision’s broader trade implications.

The WTO declined to comment on the U.S. Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, maintaining its customary neutrality as member states evaluate the decision’s broader trade implications.

Germany’s VDA says key car industry tariffs were not covered by the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling, meaning core automotive trade measures remain in place.

ExxonMobil plans to launch a U.S. pilot unit for synthetic graphite, signaling a move into battery materials as demand for electric vehicle and energy storage supply chains grows.

Bengkalis Island’s expansive mangroves in Riau are increasingly recognized as a nature-based solution for coastal resilience and climate adaptation, as highlighted by a recent ASEAN-UK green initiative visit.

Swissmem welcomed the U.S. Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, saying clearer limits on executive trade authority support predictability and stability for global manufacturers.

Police continue a third day of searching Prince Andrew’s former Windsor home, with authorities confirming the investigation remains ongoing and no arrests announced.

The Netherlands has banned Polymarket, saying the platform offers gambling services without proper authorization under Dutch law, highlighting tighter oversight of online prediction markets.

Alysa Liu’s journey from early prodigy to renewed competitor culminated in Olympic gold, shaped by a conscious release of pressure and rediscovery of joy in skating.

Without IEEPA, Trump could rely on Section 232, Section 301, or USMCA mechanisms to pursue trade pressure on Canada through more procedural, durable channels.

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down Trump-era tariffs, reinforcing that trade authority rests with Congress and reshaping the future of executive power in U.S. trade policy.

The U.S. economy grew 2.2% in 2025 — its slowest pace since 2020 — with a lengthy government shutdown contributing to weaker growth, particularly in the final quarter.

Ukraine says it has liberated 300 square kilometers in the south, a measured gain that could affect supply routes and signal continued momentum in its counteroffensive.

Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic says labor remains tight in agriculture and hospitality, highlighting ongoing sector-specific hiring challenges in the U.S. economy.

Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic says employers are cautious about hiring as they assess whether AI tools could reduce labor needs, shaping labor market dynamics.

A Sligo man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the sexual abuse of five of his children. The Central Criminal Court cited the gravity and lasting harm of the offenses.

President Zelenskiy says Ukraine expects another round of negotiations as early as February, raising the prospect of renewed diplomatic engagement in the ongoing conflict.

Iran is preparing a nuclear counterproposal as the U.S. considers limited military strike options, leaving diplomacy and deterrence on parallel tracks.

The U.S. has added India to the “Pax Silica” semiconductor cooperation group, signaling deeper tech ties and efforts to strengthen resilient global chip supply chains.

Global trade is set to exceed $35 trillion in 2025, with the United States and China remaining the world’s top trading countries even amid shifting global economic patterns.

An Allianz survey found 47% of Americans tapped retirement accounts due to inflation, highlighting ongoing financial strain and potential long-term impacts on retirement security.

Before Yoon Suk Yeol’s insurrection conviction, controversies over alleged shaman ties and luxury gifts shaped public perceptions of influence and power in South Korea.

The Supreme Court limited former President Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs, reinforcing Congress’s authority over trade policy.

Some South Koreans are angered that former President Yoon Suk Yeol did not receive the death penalty, reflecting deeper tensions over justice, democracy, and capital punishment.

Indonesia’s energy minister says ExxonMobil’s permit for the Cepu oil block will be extended to 2055, providing long-term certainty for one of the country’s key energy assets.