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White House says tariff rate on most Chinese imports is now 145%

Speaking at a cabinet meeting, the US president defended his tariff policies, saying the US is in “very good shape”.

Lifestyle

Culture Re-View: A short history of the Masters' green jacket

Rory Mcllroy's "best day of his golfing life" ended with the Northern Irishman being given the famous green jacket as winner of the Masters. Euronews Culture takes a look at the history of the legendary item and why it's only worn by the champions.

Culture news

SNL UK: Saturday Night Live to get a British version

Live from London, it’s Saturday night! You read correctly: SNL is taking sketch comedy across the pond. ETA: 2026.

Economy

China looks for allies as Trump targets Beijing — imposing 125% tariff

The White House has paused most of its 'reciprocal' levies for 90 days, although Trump has singled out China by raising its tariff rate to 125%.

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Europe News

'Coalition of the Willing' plans 'well developed' but US support key

European countries are wary of deploying troops on Ukraine as part of a reassurance force without a US backstop.

USA

Trump authorises 90-day tariffs pause on most countries except China

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he was imposing a steeper tariff rate of 125% on Beijing because of 'the lack of respect China has shown the World's Markets.'

North Korea

Kim Yo Jong mocks Western calls to denuclearise North Korea

Tensions in the regions have increased as Kim Jong Un continues to flaunt his military nuclear capabilities and align with Russia over President Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Europe News

EU member states agree first wave of retaliatory tariffs

After several weeks of consultations between member states, EU Commission and industries, the EU adopted retaliatory measures on Wednesday against US tariffs on EU steel and aluminium.

Thailand

US academic faces years in Thai jail for allegedly insulting monarchy

Paul Chambers, a political science lecturer at Thailand's Naresuan University, rejects the charges.

Europe News

US yachts, coffee, soybeans - what's on the EU's tariff hitlist today?

A list of US products set to be hit by 25% customs duties from 15 April includes orange juice and coffee, but Bourbon whiskey escapes.

Europe News

Who's who in the EU-US trade war?

From Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič to influential advisor Peter Navarro, Euronews breaks down the main characters in the EU-US trade war.

Yemen

Suspected US airstrikes kill six in Yemen

The US airstrike campaign, which has been focused on countering rebel attacks on shipping in the region due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, has reportedly claimed at least 79 lives so far, based on casualty reports from the Houthis.

Panama

US Defence Secretary says China poses a threat to Panama Canal

Hegseth's visit comes amid tensions over US President Donald Trump's repeated assertions that the United States is being overcharged to use the Panama Canal and that China has influence over its operations.

USA

Donald Trump to slap 104% tariffs on Chinese imports

China vowed to 'fight to the end' while stepping in to stabilise its stock markets following a sharp plunge.

Europe News

Von der Leyen talks trade disruption with China amid tariff barrage

Amid escalating trade war with the US, the EU reached out to China on Tuesday in a telephone exchange between Ursula von der Leyen and Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

Culture news

The 10 best and funniest signs from the US ‘Hands Off’ protests

Beyond the devastating implications of the Trump administration's policies, protesters have gotten to showcase their creativity during recent protests. Here are some of our favourite signs and banners.

Business

President Trump orders review into Nippon Steel’s bid for US Steel

The two companies sued the US government in January after then president Joe Biden halted the Japanese purchase in the name of national security.

USA

President Trump confirms no plans to suspend global tariffs

There were big swings in US stock throughout Monday's trading session after Trump warned he could raise tariffs even further.

USA

United States to hold direct talks with Iran

President Trump said the talks with Tehran would start Saturday but insisted Tehran can’t get nuclear weapons.

Europe News

EU trade ministers near agreement on retaliatory tariff first round

Trade ministers meeting in Luxembourg on Monday neared agreement on a list of US goods to target in response to the recent US decision to impose tariffs on steel and aluminium.