The trillion-dollar shock: What tariff? How Xi Jinping beat Trump in trade war

[ad_1] President Trump’s trade war strategy – featuring sweeping tariffs – has not curtailed China’s export machine. (AI image) Driving the news:Despite nearly a decade of US tariffs under President Donald Trump, China’s trade surplus has exploded, hitting $1.08 trillion through November – the highest ever recorded globally and a level China didn’t reach until…

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Krithi Shetty says she can work 24 hours after Deepika Padukone’s exit from Spirit and Kalki 2898 AD sequel, ‘Because I don’t have family responsibilities’ |

[ad_1] The ongoing discussion around 8-hour work shifts in the film industry continues to gain momentum after Deepika Padukone’s departure from Spirit and Kalki 2898 AD. Adding her perspective, Uppena actress Krithi Shetty has said that every artiste follows a different work rhythm and that comparing one actor to another is unrealistic — especially when…

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AI expansion: IBM snaps up Confluent in $11-billion deal; data streaming seen as key to faster AI deployment

[ad_1] IBM on Monday announced a major acquisition to strengthen its artificial intelligence capabilities, agreeing to buy data streaming platform Confluent in a cash deal valued at $11 billion.The US technology major said it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all issued and outstanding common stock of Confluent Inc. for $31 per share in…

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Rahul Bose in legal trouble for faking Himachal domicile to lead rugby association: Report |

[ad_1] Actor and former rugby player Rahul Bose has found himself embroiled in a controversy in Himachal Pradesh, following accusations that he acquired a state domicile certificate under questionable circumstances to qualify as the national president of the Rugby Federation.The dispute goes back to 2023, when Bose reportedly assured the erstwhile royal family of Shimla…

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‘If they want Jasprit Bumrah to bowl three overs early’: Gautam Gambhir warned ahead of T20 World Cup | Cricket News

[ad_1] Jasprit Bumrah with head coach Gautam Gambhir (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel expressed interest in observing how India manages Jasprit Bumrah’s over allocations during the upcoming T20I series against South Africa, beginning Tuesday in Cuttack.India’s strategy in T20Is this year has involved using Bumrah predominantly in the powerplay overs, limiting his…

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Chinese Zodiac Horoscope Today, December 9, 2025: A wave of boldness rises, these zodiac signs will speak their truth

[ad_1] Welcome to your daily Chinese horoscope, where we explore the mystical insights of the Chinese zodiac. Each day brings new opportunities and challenges, shaped by the powerful dynamics of the Chinese zodiac signs and the ongoing Chinese zodiac year. Discover what the stars have in store for you based on your specific zodiac sign…

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Critical of NTA, panel says return to pen-paper tests | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The parliamentary standing committee on education has said National Testing Agency’s (NTA) handling of entrance examinations in 2024 “has not inspired much confidence” and recommended a shift towards pen-and-paper based tests along with a nationwide blacklist of firms involved in exam irregularities.On pen-and-paper based tests, the panel said there are several models…

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