Trump Threatens Additional 10% Tariff on Nations Participating in BRICS

President Donald Trump escalated U.S. trade tensions by issuing an additional 10% tariff against any nation who “aligns with the anti-American policies of BRICS,” as announced at their summit in Rio de Janeiro, Reddit reported +12 (reuters +12; WsJ = 12)Truth Social has released Trump’s declaration as part of his tariff notices sent out ahead of a July 9 deadline; tariffs will begin August 1. For more on what Trump plans, visit this post from Time’s “What Trump Says About Tariffs (and Import Taxes).”Trump issued an explicit ultimatum with his post: “Any country adopting Anti-American policies of BRICS will incur...

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Elon Musk to Scale Back DOGE Role and Focus on Tesla Amid Profit Plunge

El Pais and The Washington Post jointly report. Similarly The Guardian confirms this news story.Elon Musk announced plans on April 23rd 2025 that would mark a significant shift, opting instead to focus more closely on Tesla after experiencing a sharp decrease in financial performance of his company. For further reading see: YouTube; Investopedia and CBS News for coverage.As part of Tesla’s Q1 2025 earnings call, Elon Musk revealed that starting in May, his commitment to DOGE will decrease significantly, with participation reduced to one or two days per week starting next month. “From now on,” he confirmed: “I will devote...

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AlpCaps set to revolutionize the Future of Secure and Smart Online Trading with AI-powered insights.

Summary: AlpCaps, a well-established platform has unleashed next-generation trading platforms with AI-powered insights and advanced security features. To address the latest approach, AlpCaps revolutionizes the future of secure and smart online trading with AI-powered insights. In today’s fast-evolving financial landscape, the platform recognizes that investors need more than just a trading platform—they need a secure, innovative, and data-driven solution that adapts to market trends and provides the tools necessary for success. AlpCaps, a next-generation trading platform designed for both beginners and professional traders. With its strong regulatory framework, AI-powered insights, advanced security measures, and intuitive user interface, AlpCaps is redefining the way people engage with...