In a recent Truth Social post, Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the United States, though details on implementation remain unclear. This move, targeting a service rather than a good, follows similar threats made earlier this year and singles out California for its perceived impact. The proposed tariff has raised concerns within the entertainment industry, as it could potentially halt foreign film production, which benefits from cheaper labor and tax incentives. Despite the impact on the industry, share prices for some movie-related companies opened higher after the announcement.
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On September 29, President Vladimir Putin signed a decree mandating a military draft for the autumn of 2025, spanning October 1 to December 31. This draft will enlist 135,000 Russian citizens aged 18 to 30. Russian officials have stated that draftees will serve within Russia’s borders and will not be deployed to Ukraine. Simultaneously, Russia is contemplating a major overhaul of its conscription system, potentially implementing continuous, year-round draft procedures due to significant military losses in Ukraine.
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Recent national polls reveal a significant decline in Donald Trump’s approval ratings, indicating a level of unpopularity greater than generally perceived. This data suggests a weakening of his political standing. A leading analyst explores the implications of these findings, offering insights into the reasons behind the shift. The analysis further emphasizes the potential ramifications of these trends, particularly concerning the upcoming 2026 elections.
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Electronic Arts, the creator of popular video games like “Madden NFL” and “The Sims,” is set to be acquired for $52.5 billion in a deal led by private equity firms, potentially becoming the largest buyout of its kind. Silver Lake Partners, Saudi Arabia’s PIF, and Affinity Partners will pay $210 per share, with PIF rolling over its existing stake. This move aligns with PIF’s growing activity in the gaming market, as they’ve previously invested in other major gaming companies. Should the deal be finalized as anticipated, EA will become a private company, with its headquarters remaining in Redwood City, California, and current CEO Andrew Wilson remaining in his leadership role.
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The shooter in the Grand Blanc Township church attack, identified as 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford, was an Iraq war veteran and former Marine. Sanford, who fatally shot at least four people before being killed by police, also set the church ablaze. Authorities have confirmed the attack as targeted violence but have yet to determine the motive behind the shooting. Evidence suggests Sanford had supported Donald Trump, as he was seen wearing Trump campaign apparel in 2019 and a Trump-Pence sign was displayed at his home.
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Under Trump, US cedes its share of China’s beef market to Australia. It’s fascinating, isn’t it, how shifts in global trade can happen so quickly? I mean, one minute the US beef industry is chugging along, and the next… well, the Aussies are suddenly doing a lot of winning. And we’re talking big numbers – an $80 million per month swing in beef exports, all thanks to a series of events that played out under the Trump administration.
The story really begins with tariffs. When Trump decided to impose tariffs on Chinese imports, China, naturally, retaliated. And one of the first things they did was significantly curb their imports of US beef.… Continue reading
Energy Dept. adds ‘climate change’ and ‘emissions’ to banned words list. That’s a sentence that probably made a lot of people’s stomachs drop. It’s the kind of headline that sparks immediate concern, and frankly, outrage, because it signifies a deliberate attempt to rewrite reality. It’s not just about semantics; it’s about controlling the narrative, silencing scientific inquiry, and, as some would argue, actively accelerating a global crisis. The notion that a government agency, particularly one focused on energy, would ban the very terms that define the core of its work, is deeply unsettling. It’s like a doctor refusing to use the word “disease.”… Continue reading
A man, identified as Thomas Jacob Sanford, attacked a Mormon church in Michigan, killing at least four and wounding eight others. Sanford, who was a 40-year-old Marine veteran, rammed the church with his truck before opening fire and was killed in a shootout with police. Images from Google Maps show a Trump sign outside his residence. While authorities have not yet determined Sanford’s motives, records reveal he signed petitions related to both Democratic and Republican causes.
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According to Special Envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, former President Donald Trump has authorized Ukraine to conduct long-range strikes on Russia. Kellogg stated that the authorization is clear based on Trump’s comments and those of other officials. While acknowledging the complexities, Kellogg indicated that the authority to conduct these strikes has not always been granted by the Pentagon. Zelenskyy requested Tomahawk missiles during a meeting with Trump, but a decision on that request has yet to be made.
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Protests erupted in Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, due to chronic water and electricity shortages, resulting in at least five deaths. Demonstrators built barricades and ransacked shops despite a curfew imposed by authorities. The unrest, initially sparked by the shortages, escalated into significant challenges for President Andry Rajoelina, with clashes also occurring in other cities. Online mobilization fueled the protests, with social media posts sharing addresses and prompting accusations of government failure and attempts at a coup. The crisis highlights the country’s widespread poverty, with only a third of the population having access to electricity, compounded by poor governance of the state-owned utility company.
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