Amazon has dismissed a proposal to display US tariff-related price increases to customers, following criticism from the White House. The plan, which would have indicated the impact of Trump's tariffs on product prices, was deemed a "hostile and political act." UPS also announced a significant workforce reduction due to a changing trade environment and declining business from Amazon.
Related news
US President Donald Trump granted a pardon to Devon Archer, claiming unfair treatment in his prosecution. Archer, associated with Hunter Biden through Burisma Holdings, was convicted in 2018 for defrauding a Native American tribe. US President Donald Trump's advisor said Archer's legal issues worsened after he cooperated with congressional investigators.
During a White House event, President Joe Biden criticized former President Donald Trump, calling his actions a threat to democracy, and condemned the press with sharp remarks. Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act while continuing his combative history with reporters, emphasizing his extensive experience with world leaders.
Elon Musk and Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski clashed online over the funding of Starlink, which is crucial for Ukraine's military. Musk asserted that the Ukrainian front would falter without Starlink, while Sikorski contended Poland pays $50 million annually for the service. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended Musk, emphasising Starlink's vital role in Ukraine's defense.
Germany calls for new EU sanctions against Russia's 'shadow fleet' after suspected sabotage of the undersea power cable linking Finland and Estonia. The incident is deemed a wake-up call highlighting threats posed by Russian ships that may compromise environmental and security interests in the Baltic Sea.
The US cybersecurity and infrastructure security agency (CISA) faces an uncertain future under President Donald Trump amid republican criticism. Trump has yet to appoint a director, and homeland security secretary Kristi Noem has suggested curtailing the agency’s role. CISA has been praised for securing elections but faces GOP accusations of censoring conservative views. A conservative plan, project 2025, proposes limiting Cisa’s election role, raising concerns about future cybersecurity... Expand
Spain is implementing new regulations to combat the negative effects of mass tourism, including overcrowding and strained resources. Tourist taxes are increasing in the Balearic Islands and Barcelona, while restrictions are being placed on damaged currency. Gran Canaria beaches now have bans on smoking and other activities, and Palma limits walking tour group sizes.
​"Is this a joke? Did we get something wrong? Did someone scam us? Are we sure about this, producers? There is a convicted felon on the cover of Time Magazine as the Person of the Year. Maybe we're being scammed. Did someone put out a fake tweet or something about this? I don’t know," Lemon continued his tirade against both Trump and the TIME.
A New York judge has rejected President-elect Donald Trump's bid to delay his sentencing in a hush-money case, scheduled just days before his inauguration. Judge Juan Merchan upheld his earlier decision despite Trump's legal team's appeals. Trump, convicted of falsifying business records in 2023, faces sentencing on January 10, 2025, though jail time is unlikely.
A Delta Airlines flight from Atlanta to Chicago experienced a mid-air incident where the plane's interior ceiling detached. Passengers were compelled to physically support the roof until flight attendants temporarily repaired it with duct tape. The flight was diverted back to Atlanta, causing significant delays, and passengers were eventually rebooked on another aircraft with Delta offering 10,000 miles as compensation.
Podcast host Alex Cooper expressed surprise at the $100,000 cost of recreating her studio for Kamala Harris's campaign appearance, calling the set "not that nice." Harris's campaign faced criticism for extravagant spending, including a Vegas display and extensive advertising, despite raising billions.