China Announces Military Spending Hike, More Economic Stimulus
Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang on Wednesday announced a 7.5% increase in military spending in 2025 as tensions between the US and Taiwan are rising. Li also announced more economically stimulating spending on Wednesday to address “unseen the century” that is “developing at a faster pace worldwide” than ever before. The increase in military budgets […]
US toy factories slammed with orders after Trump tariffs on China, Mexico imports
Toy makers using US manufacturing facilities are being criticised by orders as the industry screams to negotiate strict tariffs from the Trump administration, the Post learned. MGA Entertainment, which manufactures Bratz and Lol Surpress Dolls, also owns the 56-year-old Little Tikes brand, which makes large indoor and outdoor toys at its Hudson, Ohio factory. According […]
Hegseth fires back after China flexes war readiness over tariff hike: ‘We’re prepared’
Defense Secretary Pete Hegses responded to China's claims that “types of war” are ready following President Donald Trump's 10% tariff increase. Lin Jiang, spokesman for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Tuesday I responded In Trump's move, he argues that “the fentanyl issue is a flimsy excuse to raise our tariffs on Chinese imports.” “My […]
China: We Are Prepared For ‘Any Type Of War,’ In Light Of Higher Tariffs
Chinese President Xi Jinping will adjust his jacket as he listens at the opening session (NPC) of the National Congress held in Beijing, China on March 5, 2025. China's annual political rally known as the two sessions, brings together leaders and lawmakers to set the government's agenda on domestic economic and social development for the […]
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says US is ‘prepared’ to go to war with China over tariff threats
Defense Secretary Pete Hegses declared early Wednesday that he was “ready” for a war with China just hours after the US surprised the threat from Beijing in response to President Trump's harsh new tariffs. “We're ready,” Heggs said on Fox News' Fox and Friends, “the kind of war” and “there are ready to fight.” “Those […]
Disney’s China Anne McClain slammed by Hawaii governor for touching resting sea turtles during vacation
The Disney star, with over 7 million Instagram followers, sparked anger after being spotted touching a “serene” resting sea turtle during a tropical Hawaiian holiday. Actress China An McClain, known for her roles in several Disney shows, including the “Ant Farm” series, walks down the beach on the north side of Maui, Hawaii, before climbing […]
Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China are in effect — all the products Americans can expect to pay more for
President Donald Trump's tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China are expected to surge in prices for a range of products, from food and electronics to home appliances and cars. The new obligation, which came into effect Tuesday, imposed 25% on North American neighbours and 20% on China. The three countries accounted for 40% […]
China to Downplay Its Broken Economy at Lawmaking ‘Two Sessions’
China's legislative bodies, the National People's Assembly (NPC), and the advisory consulted National Political Council of China (CPPCC) began their full annual session on Tuesday. The annual “two sessions” began with the establishment of the CPPCC. This is to provide advice to the Communist leaders, although they cannot pass the law. The NPCs will be […]
China and Canada retaliate after Trump trade tariffs come into effect | Trump tariffs
China and Canada have announced retaliation against the US after Donald Trump imposed his drastic tariff plan in the middle of the night. The US tariffs have come into effect with 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, the two largest trading partners in the US, and 20% tariffs on China, double China's collection […]
Trump’s stiff new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China take effect
New tariffs in Canada, Mexico and China came into effect Tuesday as part of President Trump's efforts to use trade measures to stop the flow of fentanyl to the United States. And Canada is already retaliating. Trump's 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican products came into effect at 12:01am, a month after the two countries […]