IMF Warns of Slowing Global Economy Amid Trump Tariffs
April 22, 2025, 9:20 am
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded forecasts for the U.S. and global growth amid President Trump’s tariff measures, citing rising economic uncertainty that has forced a drop in predicted growth from 3.3% to roughly 2.8%. The warnings add an extra layer of irony to the trade tensions that no one seems able to resolve.
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Israeli Gaza airstrikes cause tragic civilian losses and rubble mayhem
April 22, 2025, 7:20 am
In a grim twist of modern conflict, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed 14 people—mostly civilians—and obliterated vital equipment meant for clearing rubble. The heavy-handed tactic not only deepens the humanitarian crisis but also throws a wrench into efforts to rebuild, highlighting the absurdity of war.
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Russian drones batter Ukraine’s Odesa amid faltering peace talks
April 22, 2025, 6:20 am
Russian drones struck Odesa in a relentless nighttime assault just after a so-called Easter ceasefire abruptly ended, leaving the Ukrainian port city reeling and local authorities juggling rubble and fallout. As international officials scramble for meaningful dialogue, the chaotic mess underscores the tragic absurdity of modern warfare.
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