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USPS Halts International Shipments of Goods from China and Hong Kong Following New Tariff Measures/ AFP On February 4, 2025, the United States Postal Service (USPS) announced a temporary suspension of package deliveries from China and Hong Kong, effective immediately. The USPS stated on its official website that it would no longer accept international parcel shipments originating from China and Hong Kong until further notice, although letters sent from these regions would not be affected. This decision comes in the wake of an intensified trade conflict between the U.S. and China, marked by the imposition of new tariffs by the Trump administration. The suspension is tied to the latest development in the ongoing U.S.-China tariff war, which has now entered a more aggressive phase. Under new executive orders signed by former President Donald Trump, a 10% tariff has been imposed on goods from China, alongside changes to the so-called “de minimis” rule, which allowed small shipments value...

Trump Administration Moves to Restructure Foreign Aid Agency / Reuters On February 3, in Washington, D.C., outside the headquarters of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), hundreds of protesters gathered, holding signs that read "Save USAID." The demonstration followed the announcement that USAID, a government agency responsible for providing humanitarian assistance and economic aid to developing countries, would undergo a major restructuring under the Trump administration. The agency’s future has been uncertain since President Donald Trump’s reelection, and now, his administration, led by Elon Musk, who was appointed head of the Government Efficiency Department (DOGE), has initiated an aggressive overhaul. USAID Headquarters Restricted as Employees Denied Entry According to the Associated Press, USAID employees received an email instructing them not to report to work. On the morning of February 3, two senior government officials attempted to ent...

Countries Prepare to Counter U.S. Tariffs as Economic Tensions Rise Donald Trump, former U.S. President, has announced plans to impose tariffs on the European Union (EU) after initiating similar measures against Canada, Mexico, and China, signaling a full-scale escalation of the ongoing global trade conflict. Countries affected by the tariffs have strongly opposed the move, with Canada and China preparing to challenge the decision through the World Trade Organization (WTO) while announcing retaliatory measures. On February 2 (local time), Trump posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, stating that although the decision might cause some short-term pain, it was essential for "America's golden age." He emphasized that the United States had been suffering massive trade deficits with Canada, Mexico, and China, amounting to $36 trillion (approximately 5,250 quadrillion Korean won) in national debt. According to Trump, these tariffs aim to ensure the U.S. is no longe...

Exploring the rise of rat populations in cities and the role of climate change The Impact of Climate Change on Rat Populations in Cities The Surging Rat Populations in Major Cities As cities around the world continue to urbanize and experience the impacts of climate change, one unexpected consequence is the dramatic rise in rat populations. These creatures, once typically seen as pests lurking in dark corners, have become a significant challenge in many urban environments. Over the last decade, research has shown that rising temperatures have played a crucial role in fueling the growth of these populations, particularly in cities such as Washington DC, New York, and Toronto. Climate change, which brings about warmer winters and milder temperatures, has created more favorable conditions for rats to thrive. Traditionally, the cold winters acted as a natural check on their populations, but as temperatures warm, rats find it easier to survive and reproduce. According to a study led by...