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Trump expands tariffs: See the full list of targeted countries
Gulf Business
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August 2, 2025
Image: Getty Images In a sweeping executive order, US President Donald Trump has expanded tariffs on imports from multiple trading partners, citing persistent trade deficits and national security concerns. The move follows Executive Order 14257,...
First XV rugby wrap: King’s topple champions in Auckland First XV rugby shake-up
The New Zealand Herald
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July 21, 2025
But this time, King’s made no mistake and instead of a late slip, there was even a cherry on top as they engineered a textbook try with the final play of the match to secure a bonus point. That kept them in touch with St Kentigern, who remain...
Cam Jordan hosts first-ever pickleball tournament
WDSU 6 - Louisiana
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July 20, 2025
New Orleans Saints team captain and eight-time Pro Bowler Cam Jordan is serving up more than just defense this summer. He’s inviting the community to join him for an afternoon of fun, friendly competition and charitable giving at his inaugural...
Donald Trump hits South Africa with 30% tariffs – the HIGHEST in Africa
The South African
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August 2, 2025
US President Donald Trump has announced that South African goods will be hit with a 30% tariff starting on 7 August, in a move that threatens to derail one of the country’s most critical trade relationships. The tariffs mark the highest imposed on...
2.59 Million E-Wallet Users in Jordan and 158% Growth in Transactions
Jordan News
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July 20, 2025
Jordan’s digital payments market is witnessing remarkable growth, reflecting a gradual shift towards a more inclusive and sustainable digital economy. According to Visa’s data, the number of e-wallet users in the Kingdom reached approximately 2.59...
Crisis Management or Engineering the Future… What Is the Regional Role in the Suweida File?
The Syrian Observer
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July 20, 2025
The political implications of the ceasefire agreement between Syria and Israel have raised profound questions about the extent of the shift in the map of understandings in southern Syria, amid active participation by regional and international...
Fitch expects Jordan to cut interest rates before 2025 end
Ammon News
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July 20, 2025
Ammon News - A recent international economic report showed that the Jordanian economy performed stronger than expected in the first quarter of 2025, prompting economic risk analysis firms to raise their annual GDP growth forecasts from 1.6% to...
Jurassic World Rebirth Box Office: Scarlett Johansson’s Dino Movie Inches Close To $600M Globally, Overtakes King Kong’s Lifetime Haul
Koimoi
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July 20, 2025
Scarlett Johansson’s Jurassic World Rebirth Outpaces MonsterVerse Classics at the Box Office (Photo Credit – Instagram) Jurassic World Rebirth returned to theaters with a quiet start behind the scenes but is now roaring at the box office. The...
Abela 'considering amendment to restrict doctors from reporting abortions', unless patient consents
The Malta Independent
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Semira Abbas Shalan Saturday, 2 August 2025, 12:00 Last update: about 26 minutes ago Prime Minister Robert Abela said Saturday that he is considering an amendment to the general Professional Secrecy Act that would restrict doctors from reporting...
Irresistible Jordanian Dessert: How to Make Haytaliya
Jordan News
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July 19, 2025
In the heart of Jordanian cuisine lie a variety of traditional desserts that reflect the authenticity of local heritage and the generosity of Jordanian hospitality. Among these sweets, Haytaliya holds a special place in many hearts. It's a simple...
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Conan O'Brien and Marc Maron remember the time Donald Trump pulled a condom from his own pocket: 'Don't prostitutes usually have them?' By Jordan Hoffman
Entertainment Weekly
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When two old comedy buddies like Conan O'Brien and Marc Maron get together, the conversation is bound to end up somewhere repulsive: like thinking about Donald Trump's sex life. Maron, the soon-to-be-retiring king of podcasts, guested on Conan...
Abela 'considering amendment to restrict doctors from reporting abortions', unless patient consents
The Malta Independent
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Semira Abbas Shalan Saturday, 2 August 2025, 12:00 Last update: about 43 minutes ago Prime Minister Robert Abela said Saturday that he is considering an amendment to the general Professional Secrecy Act that would restrict doctors from reporting...
Jordan’s industrial exports rise 8% in first third of 2025
Zawya
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AMMAN — Jordan’s industrial exports grew by 8 per cent in the first third of 2025, reaching JD2.5 billion compared with JD2.3 billion during the same period last year, data released by the Jordan Chamber of Industry (JCI) showed on Wednesday....
Jordan's king participates in Sun Valley economic forum
Zawya
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AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday participated in the Sun Valley economic forum, held in the American state of Idaho, with the participation of political, economic and media leaders from around the world. His Majesty met with...
'Jordan advances green building agenda with new EV infrastructure code'
Zawya
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AMMAN — Jordan is emerging as a regional leader in developing green building codes, with a new initiative aimed at incorporating electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure into future urban planning, according to Secretary-General of the Arab...
GAA Palestine travels to Jordan after Irish tour is cancelled due to visa issues
The Irish Times
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GAA Palestine said its players and mentors have arrived in Jordan for a summer camp after their planned tour of Ireland was cancelled over visa denials. The group, which includes 33 Palestinian children and young teenagers, was scheduled to arrive...
GAA Palestine travels to Jordan after Irish tour is cancelled
Tipperary Star
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July 18, 2025
GAA Palestine said its players and mentors have arrived in Jordan for a summer camp after their planned tour of Ireland was cancelled over visa denials. The group, which includes 33 Palestinian children and young teenagers, was scheduled to arrive...
‘Lounge brewery’ Policy Kings is in its ‘glow-up season’ after move from Cedar City to Salt Lake City
The Salt Lake Tribune - Utah
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Since the “lounge brewery” Policy Kings moved from its birthplace in Cedar City to its new home in Salt Lake City, owners Deandre and Sara Ridgel say the business has been “reinventing” itself. “In the beer world, we’re known,” said Deandre Ridgel...
Industrial Exports Grow 8% in Q1 of 2025, Reaching JD 2.5 Billion
Jordan News
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July 9, 2025
Jordan’s industrial exports grew by 8 percent during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. According to statistical data from the Jordan Chamber of Industry, the Kingdom’s industrial exports during the first quarter of...
Industrial Production Index Rises 2.07% In First 5 Months Of 2025
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency) Amman, July 10 (Petra) -- The Industrial Production Quantity Index rose by 2.07 percent during the first five months of 2025, reaching 87.29 points compared to 85.52 points for the same period in 2024, according to the...