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Trump Cancels Permit Allowing Venezuela to Export Oil to US

A permit issued by the U.S. government allowing Chevron to pump and export Venezuelan oil will be terminated, President Donald Trump announced Feb. 26.

February 28, 2025
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Thieves Steal $2 Million Worth of Nikes From Freight Trains

Thieves have targeted freight trains running through the deserts of California and Arizona in a string of audacious heists resulting in the theft of more than $2 million worth of Nike sneakers.

February 25, 2025
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Taiwan Pledges More US Investment After Tariff Threats

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said Feb. 14 he would communicate more with the U.S. over President Donald Trumps concerns over the chip industry and invest more in the U.S.

February 14, 2025
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EU Commission Vows Firm and Swift Reaction to Tariffs

The European Unions executive branch on Feb. 14 vowed to take firm and immediate action against U.S. President Donald Trumps imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminum.

February 14, 2025
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Pacific Coast Highway Reopens Nearly a Month After Wildfires

LOS ANGELES The Pacific Coast Highway reopened Feb. 3, nearly a month after it was closed when flames from the deadly Palisades Fire ripped through hillside Los Angeles neighborhoods.

February 3, 2025
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China Renews Threat to Counter US Tariffs

TAIPEI, Taiwan China has reiterated its threat to take necessary countermeasures to defend its legitimate rights and interests following the decision to impose 10% tariffs on China.

February 3, 2025
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Canada Retaliates on Tariffs; Mexico Response in Limbo

TORONTO Canada and Mexico ordered retaliatory tariffs on American goods in response to sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

February 3, 2025
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White House Confirms Tariffs Set for Feb. 1

WASHINGTON President Donald Trump will put in place 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% tariffs on goods from China effective Feb. 1, the White House said.

January 31, 2025
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Passenger Jet Collides With Army Copter Near D.C.-Area Airport

ARLINGTON, Va. A jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided Jan. 29 with an Army helicopter carrying three soldiers around 9 p.m. EST while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington.

January 30, 2025
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Norfolk Southern, East Palestine Reach $22M Settlement

EAST PALESTINE, Ohio The Village of East Palestine and Norfolk Southern announced a $22 million settlement resolving the villages claims arising from a 2023 train derailment.

January 28, 2025