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US second quarter GDP growth to reflect tariff turbulence
US second quarter GDP growth to reflect tariff turbulence
by  AFP

US economic growth is expected to rebound in the second quarter, analysts said, in a momentary comeback reflecting trade shifts as companies tried to avoid the harshest of President Donald Trump's wide-ranging tariffs. Analysts have noted that companies tend to hold off major decisions during times of uncertainty, given the risk of sudden policy shifts.

American Eagle 'jeans' campaign that stars Sydney Sweeney under fire
American Eagle 'jeans' campaign that stars Sydney Sweeney under fire
by  AFP

An advertising campaign starring Sydney Sweeney for the clothing brand American Eagle has triggered the latest online firestorm causing an internet meltdown. Neither American Eagle nor the Emmy-nominated Sweeney, the 27-year-old actor best known for roles in the series "The White Lotus" and "Euphoria," have publicly responded to the backlash.

US says Trump has 'final call' on China trade truce
US says Trump has 'final call' on China trade truce
by  AFP

China and the United States agreed Tuesday to hold further talks on extending their tariff truce, but a top US trade official stressed that President Donald Trump would make any "final call." "Nothing has been agreed until we speak with President Trump," added Bessent, calling the tone of the talks "very constructive".

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