U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that a trade agreement with India has not yet been finalized, issuing a warning of potentially higher tariffs ahead of the August 1 deadline for securing a deal. These comments follow a Reuters report indicating that India was preparing to accept increased tariffs of 20%-25% on its exports to the U.S. if a trade deal isn’t reached, as it refrains from offering new concessions before Friday’s deadline. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Tuesday, Trump remarked, “India has been a good friend, but India has charged basically more tariffs, almost more than…
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US President Donald Trump’s approval rating has seen a one-percentage-point decline, settling at 40%, marking the lowest point of his second term in office. This dip comes as Americans continue to express apprehension regarding his administration’s management of the economy and immigration, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The three-day survey, which concluded on Monday, gathered responses from 1,023 US adults nationwide and reported a margin of error of 3 percentage points. It underscored a nation significantly divided over Trump’s performance, with 83% of Republicans and a mere 3% of Democrats endorsing his actions. Approximately one-third of independent voters also voiced…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected Pakistan’s economic growth at 3.6% for the ongoing fiscal year 2025–26. This forecast falls below the Pakistani government’s official target of 4.2%, as reported by The News. According to the IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook Update, released from its Washington headquarters on Tuesday, Pakistan’s GDP growth for FY2024-25 stood at 2.7%. For the current fiscal year (FY2025-26), the Fund anticipates a moderate improvement, but its projected growth rate of 3.6% remains lower than the government’s official forecast. Global Economic Outlook and Potential Risks On the global front, the IMF estimates world…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to maintain its key interest rate at 11%, a move that surprised analysts who had anticipated another cut. This expectation was based on cooling inflation and the perceived need to further boost economic growth. The decision was announced by SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed following a meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). Addressing a press conference in Karachi, the SBP chief stated that while inflation reached its lowest point in April, it saw a slight increase during May and June. This rise was primarily driven by higher energy costs and the base…
Reese Witherspoon has reportedly entered a new phase of her life. According to the latest findings from Star Magazine, Reese has transformed into a fresh version of herself with Oliver Haarmann, and this new energy seemingly suits her well. A source exclusively told the outlet that “Dating Oliver has been such a refreshing change for her,” shedding light on the ‘Legally Blonde’ star’s burgeoning relationship with investor Oliver Haarmann. Fans will recall that the pair reportedly began seeing each other in summer 2024, nearly a year after Witherspoon finalized her divorce from longtime husband Jim Toth. The Oscar-winning actress shares…
Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the creators of the hit series Wednesday, have revealed some rare details about Season 3. In a recent chat with Collider, they candidly discussed what fans can expect from the upcoming installment. “We’re actually in the writers’ room for Season 3. So we’re down the road a bit in the writers’ room, but now we, of course, stop to launch Season 2,” Gough began, offering insight into their current progress. Tim Burton’s Involvement and Production Challenges Millar expressed gratitude for their ongoing collaboration with executive producer Tim Burton, telling the outlet, “It’s always…
Conan O’Brien credits Adam Sandler with bringing fun and joy back to ‘Saturday Night Live’ (SNL) when he joined the comedy show in 1990. On a recent episode of ‘Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend,’ Conan discussed the highly competitive environment of the show with fellow SNL alum Andy Samberg. Samberg noted that Conan, who served as an SNL writer from 1988 to 1991, was among the last of the “intense and gritty” generation on the show. He then inquired if the set environment was competitive. The TV host responded, “I was in that state of mind, and I think, you…
Khloé Kardashian is widely recognized for her confidence and candidness. However, according to the latest report from Star Magazine, a surprisingly intense routine lies behind her glossy Instagram posts. An exclusive source told the outlet that despite her public evolution, the 40-year-old ‘Kardashians’ star “still feels this pressure to live up to this filtered version of herself.” The insider revealed, “She spends hours setting up the perfect shot — between the lighting and the glam session, it’s a full production every single time just to take a selfie.” The source further elaborated, “And she won’t stop at one. She’ll take…
Lzzy Hale recently opened up about Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell concert. In a new chat with PEOPLE Magazine, the musician admitted that she still felt “emotional” whenever she recalled the farewell gig at Villa Park in Birmingham. The 41-year-old Halestorm star began, “There was a point when we were all clapping and crying, and he was trying to get out of that throne, trying to stand up.” As fans will be aware, the rock legend and the Black Sabbath frontman passed away on July 22, aged 76. His funeral procession drew massive crowds to UK streets. The Power of Music…
Sharon Osbourne bid a tearful final goodbye to her husband, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, on Wednesday, July 30. The “Prince of Darkness” passed away at the age of 76 on July 22, barely a week after his iconic farewell gig, “Back To The Beginning.” According to the Daily Star, Sharon, who was married to the “War Pigs” hitmaker for over four decades, was present at his funeral procession in Birmingham. Ozzy’s body was driven in a hearse through the streets of his home city, where hundreds of fans had gathered to pay their respects. Sharon, who deeply cherished her husband…
