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Switzerland scrambles to ink trade deal with US amid certain 'economic blow' due to tariffs
The tariffs, which come into effect on Thursday, are estimated to affect around 60% of Swiss exports to the United States, its largest market for its exports of pharmaceuticals, watches, machinery and chocolate.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:
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Tariff showdown shatters once robust populist alliance between Trump and Modi
Once allies during the populist wave launched in Trump's first term, the US president and Indian PM Narendra Modi are now on a collision course over tariffs and Washingtonβs warming ties with Pakistan.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Single Term - It's an Insult for Obi to Compare Himself to Mandela - - Arabambi
[Vanguard] Factional National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party (LP) Abayomi Arabambi, has slammed Peter Obi for citing Nelson Mandela's presidency in South Africa as a justification for his single-term vow if elected Nigeria's president in 2027.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Burundi: U.S. Suspends Visa Issuance to Burundians
[Nile Post] The United States has imposed temporary visa restrictions on citizens of Burundi, citing repeated violations of visa regulations and national security concerns.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Some Opposition Figures Hijacking Electoral Reform Efforts - Mpuuga
[Nile Post] The leader of the Democratic Front (DF), Mathias Mpuuga has accused certain opposition politicians of frustrating his efforts to push for meaningful electoral reforms in Uganda.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:China reports thousands of chikungunya cases amid outbreak of mosquito-borne virus
In the hardest-hit city of Foshan, patients have been hospitalised and residents are encouraged to take steps to prevent the virus from spreading.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Capitol Building Arson Suspects Get U.S.$0.5m Joint Surety Bond
[New Dawn] Suspects in the ongoing Capitol Building arson trial have been granted a joint surety bond amounting to US$500,000.00 by Presiding Criminal Court "A" Judge George Roosevelt Z. Willie, following prolonged arguments.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Gongloe Face-Off With Nyonblee
[New Dawn] Renowned Liberian human rights lawyer, Cllr. Taiwan Saye Gongloe has a face-off with Senate Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Kangar-lawrence regarding her post, expressing sympathy and intention to intervene regarding the emergency bill changes at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital Maternal facility, mandating financial deposit before service for C-section and other surgical operations.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Somalia: After the Flames - Suuq Bacaad Reels From Devastating Fire, One Child Dead, Massive Losses Reported
[Radio Dalsan] A thick haze of smoke and sorrow hung over Suuq Bacaad this morning as traders and residents flocked back to assess the aftermath of a massive fire that tore through one of Mogadishu's largest markets.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Uganda's Race to Space
[Independent (Kampala)] Uganda plans to start its own space agency in 2026 to tap into one of the fastest growing domains in the global economy. The space agency will play a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge, technological innovation and champion national interests through space exploration.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Africa: Africa Attracts Billion Dollars in Gold Mining Investments
[Independent (Kampala)] Africa, the world's second-largest gold-producing region after China, is witnessing a surge in gold mining investment in 2025, fueled by strong global demand, favourable prices, and vast untapped reserves attracting increased international interest.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | August 5th, 2025 β Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 5th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Netherlands to buy US arms for Ukraine under new NATO scheme
The 500 million package is the first funding of US military equipment for Ukraine under a new NATO mechanism. It includes US Patriot missile parts.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: British Drug Mules Jailed for Nine Years Each
[New Zimbabwe] Two British nationals have been slapped with a nine-year jail term each after they were convicted of smuggling 66 kgs of dagga into the country.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:French PM Bayrou launches podcast and YouTube series to defend his 2026 budget cuts
Under fire for his unpopular 44-billion savings plan, PM François Bayrou has decided to turn to YouTube and a podcast series to try to convince the French public.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Far-right figure Tommy Robinson arrested over alleged assault in London train station
Former leader of the far-right English Defence League was arrested by British Transport Police after disembarking from a flight from Portugal.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Fact check: Are X's community notes fixing or fueling misinformation?
"Community notes" are supposed to provide helpful context to potentially misleading content on X. But they are appearing less often and, when they do, sometimes present inaccurate information. Can users trust them?
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Nigeria's champion women basketballers promised $100,000 each
D'Tigress won their seventh Afrobasket title over the weekend and a spot at the World Cup.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:BP launches cost-cutting scheme despite beating profit expectations
The business review comes just a few months after BP said it would save $4bn to $5bn by the end of 2027, relative to 2023 costs.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Protests in China over viral school bullying case
One protester in Sichuan province said βthings got bloodyβ after police used batons and electric prods.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Russia pounds important logistics hub in Kharkiv with drones
Two children were among the injured in Russia's attack, which killed a mechanic at the railway station.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Netanyahu to convene security cabinet amid further civilian deaths in Gaza
Aid shortages and rising famine in Gaza escalate as Netanyahu plans complete occupation of the Strip, as further civilian deaths while seeking food were reported.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Two fireworks boats catch fire during Yokohama festival
Two boats launching fireworks caught fire on Monday, during a summer festival in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, cancelling the event halfway.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Ghanaian footballer Thomas Partey granted bail on rape charges
The former Arsenal midfielder has been given conditional bail
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Ryanair baggage handlers call strikes at Spanish airports from August: How will it affect my flight?
Strikes will affect many Spanish airports at key times of the day and could lead to delays and cancellations.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Denmark to axe Copenhagen's 'pornographic and too primitive' mermaid statue
"The mermaid has completely normal proportions in relation to her size. Of course the breasts are big on a big woman," the man behind the statue said.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Countries pledge millions to fund US weapons for Ukraine
European countries are promising to buy U.S. weapons to send to Kyiv.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:At least five killed in 'intense' Russian strikes hit Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions
Overnight Russian strikes targeted Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa and Sumy regions, killing five people and damaging civilian infrastructure.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:U.S. to require some travelers post up to $15,000 bonds to enter: What to know
The United States is launching a pilot program that could see some inbound travelers paying bonds of up to $15,000 to enter.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Kids in Pennsylvania Are Breathing (Much) Easier After a Coal Plant Shuttered
In 2015, when Karen Grzywinski heard that the Shenango Coke Works near Pittsburgh was closing after 54 years in operation, she didnβt believe it. Neither did her neighbors, some of whom had joined her in fighting a long battle for the plant to better control its pollution. βA number of us thought it was a [β¦]
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Can a global treaty solve the plastics crisis?
More than 170 countries are negotiating a binding agreement to slash fossil plastic production and pollution. The oil industry claims we can recycle our way out of the problem.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:New York Canβt Meet Its Ambitious Climate Targets. Maybe the Plan Was Doomed From the Start
Itβs hot and humid in New York City. After a long, cold winter, the heat came suddenlyβdays after the official start of summer. Central Park hit its highest temperatureβ99 degreesβsince 2012 and Con Edison, the areaβs main electricity provider, issued blackout warnings. Between 2018 and 2022, an average of 525 deaths a year were attributed [β¦]
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Africa: Deep-Sea Mining May Spark Ecocide, And It Hasn't Even Begun
[allAfrica] The ocean comprises 70% of the planet and has a profound impact on all life on Earth. It regulates the global climate, produces most of the oxygen we breathe, absorbs carbon dioxide, and supports a vast network of life that sustains ecosystems and our planet's life support. It also acts as the largest 'carbon sink', a vital buffer against climate change.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:On World Breastfeeding Week, countries urged to invest in health systems and support breastfeeding mothers
Strengthening health systems to support breastfeeding is not just a health imperative, it is a moral and economic imperative. WHO and UNICEF remain committed to supporting countries to build resilient health systems that leave no mother or child behind.
Published on: August 05, 2025 | Source:Denmark zoo asks people to donate pets to feed predators
The Aalborg Zoo said it was seeking to replicate natural food chains. It called for donations of healthy pets including guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens and horses.
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