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New Tariffs Kick In as Global Tensions Rise
As of August 7, 2025, President Trump’s newly announced tariffs officially take effect, impacting dozens of countries with rates ranging from 41% for Syria to 10% for the UK. The EU continues to maintain a 15% cap under previous trade agreements. The global response includes accelerated negotiations and warnings from major corporations like Toyota about potential billions in profit losses. Â
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California Partners with Tech Giants for AI Education
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a major initiative to prepare Californians for the AI-driven future. The state is collaborating with industry leaders—Google, Adobe, IBM, and Microsoft—to develop programs and training aimed at boosting AI literacy and readiness among students and workers statewide. Â
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Tragedy and Turmoil in Africa: Helicopter Crash and Conflict Death Toll
In Africa, key developments include:
A helicopter crash in Ghana that claimed the lives of 8 individuals.
Ongoing violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the armed group M23 is blamed for killing 319 people in July.
The U.S. Senate is calling for a review of Kenya’s status as a major non-NATO ally amid shifting security concerns.