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China saw booming exports in 2024 as Trump tariffs loom
China saw booming exports in 2024 as Trump tariffs loom
by  AFP

China's exports surged to a record high in 2024, providing a much-needed boost for the economy as the prospect of biting tariffs imposed by US president-elect Donald Trump looms. But Trump, who imposed sweeping tariffs on China during his first term in office, has threatened even heftier levies when he returns to the White House next week.

Los Angeles fire evacuees face price gouging
Los Angeles fire evacuees face price gouging
by  AFP

Days after an inferno razed Pacific Palisades, Maya Lieberman is desperate to find somewhere to live. The 69-year-old, who did not want to give his full name, had been living in a rent-controlled studio apartment in Pacific Palisades for two decades.

Apple wants to keep diversity programs disavowed by other US firms
Apple wants to keep diversity programs disavowed by other US firms
by  AFP

Apple's board of directors has recommended shareholders vote against a proposal to end the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, going against the grain of decisions by other large US corporates. But the Apple board has recommended voting against the proposal when it meets late this month.