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Trump reciprocal tariffs could come by Thursday, White House says

David Bale2 weeks ago03 mins

President Donald Trump speaks while signing executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Feb. 10, 2025. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters President Donald Trump could announce his reciprocal tariff plan before he meets with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, the White House said Wednesday. “I do believe it will come…

Samsung flags chip slowdown as profit drops sharply from previous quarter

David Bale3 weeks ago09 mins

Photo illustration showing the Samsung Group company logo displayed on a smartphone screen. Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Samsung Electronics on Friday reported that its operating profit dropped sharply from the previous three months as it ramps up R&D spending, while flagging a slowdown in its chips business. The South Korean company posted…

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol arrested as agencies probe his short-lived martial law decree

David Bale1 month ago04 mins

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – JANUARY 15: Investigators arrive at the entrance to the presidential residence of Yoon Suk Yeol, as authorities try to execute an arrest warrant, in Seoul, South Korea, on January 15, 2025. Anadolu | Anadolu | Getty Images South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested Wednesday by the country’s Corruption Investigation…