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President Joe Biden is leading a global effort to show support for Ukraine in the face of ongoing aggression from Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Italy at the G7 summit to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to Ukraine. The meeting came just a week after Biden made a promise on the Normandy battlefields, surrounded by US veterans, that the West will not abandon Ukraine. “We will not walk away, because if we do, Ukraine will be subjugated and it will not end there,” Biden said. Biden’s efforts are crucial as there are concerns…

Since the beginning of the invasion in 2022, Ukraine has faced enormous challenges, with its economy shrinking by a quarter. The impact of war has been devastating, but it is not the only factor contributing to the government’s reduced tax revenue. Businesses in Ukraine are taking advantage of the chaos to evade paying their fair share of taxes, particularly in the agricultural sector, which was a major source of income for the country before the war. Before the conflict, agriculture accounted for around 40% of Ukraine’s exports by income. However, the war has led to a transformation in the sector…

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan made headlines this week when he appeared on Fox News to discuss his concerns about former President Donald Trump and the future of the Republican Party. Unlike many Republicans who have rallied behind Trump, Ryan made it clear that he believes Trump is “unfit” for office and will not be endorsing him. Instead, Ryan stated that he plans to write in a different Republican candidate who aligns more closely with conservative principles rather than populism. Ryan, who represented Wisconsin in Congress and has since embarked on a career on Wall Street, expressed his worries about…

On a typical Tuesday morning, a bustling crowd can be seen gathered outside a grocery store in Xuchang, a city with a population of 4 million people. This sight is not uncommon in this bustling city, known for its vibrant markets and diverse shopping options. However, the real buzz can be felt on weekends at Pangdonglai, where thousands of people flock to the store, some traveling hundreds of kilometers just to get a glimpse of what this popular establishment has to offer. The lines form before the crack of dawn, snaking back and forth in front of the store’s entrance,…

The World Championship leader, Bartosz Zmarzlik, had a standout performance in Round 5 of the SGP standings in Sweden. Despite the event being in danger of cancellation due to torrential rain, Zmarzlik managed to secure his first Grand Prix victory of the season, marking his record 24th overall. After a rocky start in the first race, Zmarzlik made a crucial decision to switch bikes, leading to a decisive win in Heat 9 from Gate 4. In an intense semi-final showdown, Zmarzlik faced off against his fellow countryman Max Fricke, ultimately coming out on top. The final race saw Zmarzlik starting…

Archaeologists at George Washington’s Mount Vernon have made an extraordinary discovery in the cellar of the historic Northern Virginia home. Dozens of glass jars filled with fruit preserves, dating back to before the American Revolution, have been uncovered. Out of the 35 bottles found, 29 remain intact, holding cherries, gooseberries, or currants. Mount Vernon President & CEO, Doug Bradburn, expressed his excitement over the discovery, calling it “unprecedented” and a “blockbuster discovery.” The artifacts are set to provide insights into the origins of the United States as the country approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026. The recent find follows the…

Former President Donald Trump celebrated his 78th birthday a day early with a handshake from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, showcasing the Republican Party’s unity behind him. This marked Trump’s return to Capitol Hill for the first time since the January 6th insurrection. House Republicans sang “Happy Birthday” to Trump, highlighting the contrast between the celebration and the violence of the Capitol riot, where Trump’s supporters sought to overturn the election results. House members presented Trump with a bat and game ball after their victory over Democrats in the annual congressional baseball game, further emphasizing their loyalty to him. The…

The European Union has a long history of dealing with overcapacity in various sectors, most notably in agriculture with the infamous butter mountains and milk lakes created by the common agricultural policy. This policy ensured high prices for dairy farmers, leading to excessive production and wastage. However, the EU’s current concern is not about agricultural overcapacity but rather about the flood of electric vehicles and steel coming from China. During a recent meeting with China’s ruler, Xi Jinping, in Paris, Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, raised the issue of China’s “structural overcapacities” in manufacturing. China…

In a recent development, Donald Trump’s attorneys have strongly criticized special counsel Jack Smith’s gag order request in the former president’s classified documents case in Florida. They have labeled it as an unconstitutional attack on the 2024 Republican candidate and accused it of being a tactic to assist Joe Biden in retaining the presidency. Trump’s attorneys, in a new filing, stated, “In Jack Smith’s most recent shocking display of overreach and disregard for the Constitution, the Special Counsel’s Office asks the Court to enter an unconstitutional gag order as one of the release conditions on the leading candidate in the…

Barry Callebaut, a global powerhouse in the production of bulk chocolate, has seen a significant increase in its stock value over the past few months. Since April, when the company announced a surge in sales volumes despite a notable uptick in cocoa prices, its shares have soared by 20%. Peter Feld, the company’s CEO, reassured investors that fluctuations in ingredient costs are not a cause for concern, stating confidently, “What goes up fast comes down fast.” The chocolate industry is a highly competitive market, with players constantly striving to innovate and adapt to changing consumer preferences. Barry Callebaut, with its…