Wednesday, Feb 12

US Navy vessels pass through Taiwan Strait for the first time under Trump, escalating tensions with China, which views it as a provocation.

Wednesday, Feb 12

U.S. inflation increased last month, with rising grocery and gasoline costs affecting families and businesses, prompting concerns about interest rate cuts.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Ford's CEO warns that Trump's tariffs could devastate the auto industry, impacting jobs and production costs.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Anduril, founded by Palmer Luckey, takes over Microsoft's $22 billion contract for military AR and VR headsets aimed at enhancing U.S. Army operations.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Over two dozen religious groups have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging immigration arrests at houses of worship across the U.S.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Salman Rushdie recounts in court the brutal stabbing he endured in 2022, as he faces his attacker, Hadi Matar, charged with attempted murder.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Trump orders the U.S. Treasury to stop minting pennies due to high production costs, sparking debate on the penny's utility and economic implications.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports heighten trade tensions with allies including Canada, prompting strong responses from international leaders.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Pope Francis rebukes Trump's mass deportation policies in a letter to US bishops, emphasizing human dignity over illegal status, drawing mixed reactions.

Wednesday, Feb 12

Trump's assertions about Chinese control of the Panama Canal have sparked tensions and nationalist sentiments in Panama, signaling potential risks for China's investments.