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US Imposes Tiered Tariffs Reshaping African Trade Relations
News Ghana
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August 2, 2025
President Donald Trump’s executive order imposing reciprocal tariffs has placed South Africa, Algeria, and Libya under the highest U.S. duties on the African continent at 30%, citing “large and persistent” trade deficits as a national security...
Honduras secures US tariff exemption amid new trade restrictions
Al Mayadeen
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August 2, 2025
Honduras has secured an exemption from new US tariffs after high-level talks in Washington, signaling strengthened bilateral ties and ongoing trade cooperation. Honduran Foreign Minister Javier Bu Soto announced that the United States has excluded...
Red Sox reportedly rebuffed Twins’ request for big-league OFs during Joe Ryan trade discussions
Boston.com - Massachusetts
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August 2, 2025
Red Sox 2025 saw another anticlimactic trade deadline for the Red Sox. Barry Chin/Globe Staff By Kaley Brown August 2, 2025 | 7:52 AM 3 minutes to read Share Close Send this article to your social connections. Share Send this article to your...
LaMarr's Sports Takes: Giants make moves on trade deadline day
The Union - California
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The San Francisco Giants made a big trade for Rafael Devers way before the trade deadline, and many thought it would help the team contend, and they would make more moves to help the team get better. That has not been the case. Since the June 15...
Iran president lands in Lahore, eyeing to boost trade ties
Dawn
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August 2, 2025
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian landed in Lahore on Saturday, eyeing to reaffirm his commitment to elevate the annual bilateral trade with Pakistan to $10 billion. Pakistan has recently expressed solidarity and a desire for cooperation with...
Letters to Sports: Why did the Dodgers keep their hands in pockets at trade deadline?
Los Angeles Times
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August 2, 2025
The self-confident, stay-as-they-are Dodgers did right by not panicking at the trade deadline and keeping the roster pretty much intact. This is still the same group of guys picked by most baseball experts to win a second straight championship....
The US will be the biggest loser from trade ‘wins’
Hawaii Tribune Herald
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August 2, 2025
The White House is trumpeting its new trade deal with the European Union, following a similar agreement with Japan, as a great victory. Both pacts impose tariffs of 15% on most exports to the U.S., along with other concessions — on the face of it,...
Iran eyes $10 billion trade deal on key Pakistan visit
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian departed for a two-day official visit to Pakistan on Saturday. According to Iranian media, he is leading a high-level delegation. The trip focuses on strengthening trade, economic ties, and regional cooperation....
Gilgit-Baltistan traders block China trade over taxes
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
Traders in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) continued their protest for the 24th day, blocking the trade route to China. The Karakoram Highway remains closed, stopping trade and travel. Thousands, including Chinese nationals and tourists, remain stranded due...
Trump declares trade agreement with S-Korea
MENAFN
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August 2, 2025
(MENAFN) President Donald Trump has announced the completion of a new trade agreement between the United States and South Korea, featuring a 15% tariff on South Korean imports but no reciprocal duties on American goods. Trump called it a “Full and...
Micah Parsons trade request shows major difference between Eagles, Cowboys
Penn Live - Pennsylvania
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August 2, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles are defending Super Bowl champs, and the Dallas Cowboys — after superstar Micah Parsons requested a trade — are a complete and utter mess. Both statements are true for the exact opposite reason. Jeffrey Lurie, Howie Roseman...
Proposed Terry McLaurin trade could shake up AFC — and reunite him with former Ohio State stars
Sporting News
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August 2, 2025
The Washington Commanders and Pro Bowl wide receiver Terry McLaurin appear to be at a standstill in contract negotiations. McLaurin is currently holding in—he’s showing up to camp but not participating—and recently requested a trade. The...
Govt prepares response plan amid uncertainty over US-SA trade deal
SABC News
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August 2, 2025
The Trade, Industry, and Competition Department says it’s working with various departments to establish a response plan in case South Africa and the US fail to reach a trade deal. President Donald Trump has imposed a 30% tariff on South Africa,...
David Bednar’s Yankees Trade Confession Has MLB Fans Ripping Pirates: “Dumpster Fire Organization”
Essentially Sports
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August 2, 2025
The New York Yankees were struggling through a skid, and Brian Cashman, the general manager, needed a life raft, which he found in Pittsburgh. In a trade deadline deal, the Yankees acquired two-time All-Star closer David Bednar from the Pirates....
Iran, Pakistan aim to increase trade to $10 bn target
Mehr News Agency
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August 2, 2025
During a briefing before his departure on Saturday morning, President Pezeshkian emphasized the existing strong trade relations between the two nations and expressed optimism about enhancing these ties further during his trip. According to...
Turkish trade deficit shrank 12.1% in July, minister says
Kathimerini
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ECONOMY [AP] Turkey’s trade deficit narrowed 12.1% year-on-year to $6.4 billion in July, Trade Minister Omer Bolat said on Saturday. Bolat said exports rose to $25 billion in July, while imports stood at $31.4 billion. He made the comments during...
Gold exports reaching $8.3b drive surge in Ghana’s trade balance – Report
Ghana Business News
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August 2, 2025
On Aug 2, 2025 Ghana’s gold exports have surged significantly, contributing to a remarkable improvement in the country’s trade balance, according to the latest data released by the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The report shows that gold exports rose...
Bulls Urged to Trade $90 Million Patrick Williams Amid Struggles
BVM Sports
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August 1, 2025
The Chicago Bulls are facing criticism for their front-office decisions, particularly regarding forward Patrick Williams. Selected fourth overall in 2020, Williams has failed to meet expectations, leading to calls for his trade. After signing a...
Pezeshkian: Iran-Pakistan trade volume to hit $10 billion annually
Press TV
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President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran and Pakistan plan to increase their bilateral trade volume to $10 billion annually. Leading a high-ranking delegation, Pezeshkian departed Tehran for Lahore on Saturday at the invitation of Prime Minister...
Cowboys’ Parsons requests trade, says team won’t negotiate
News Tribune - Missouri
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August 2, 2025
OXNARD, Calif. -- Micah Parsons requested a trade Friday from the Dallas Cowboys while suggesting the club has refused to negotiate a new contract for the star edge rusher. Parsons reported to training camp in California with the Cowboys last week...