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Wednesday’s headlines continue to be dominated by Donald Trump’s widespread tariffs amid an escalation between the world’s two biggest economies: the United States and China. Trump’s retaliatory tariffs against China’s retaliatory tariffs sees the US tariffs on Chinese goods now at a rate of 104%. China has said it won’t back down and will continue to fight ‘until the end’ – the battle between the two has raised fears of a global recession.

Elsewhere, Prince Harry is back in Britain to attend a two-day hearing over the decision to cut back his security following his move to the United States. The royal has argued that the country isn’t safe enough for him to bring his wife and children and that his security team in the US does not have access to the level of information needed to ensure his family is safe. Harry has said the UK is always his home and is central to his children’s heritage.

A Universal Studio theme park is set to be built in the UK which could bring an extra £50 billion to the economy, creating 28,000 jobs. The resort would be the first in Europe under the brand behind blockbusters such as Wicked, Harry Potter, Shrek and The Minions movie franchise – and joins six others around the world.

Last night’s football action dominates many UK headlines as English club Arsenal battered Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg of the quarter finals. England’s Lionesses suffered a 3-2 loss to Belgium in the Women’s Nations League after winning the reverse fixture 5-0 at home only a few days earlier.

Director Patricia Riggen emphasises the importance of featuring a Black female president, played by Viola Davis, to help normalise such representations in film and society.

The King’s state visit to Italy is a significant display of the UK’s soft power amidst heightened global tensions, symbolised by a grand arrival, including fighter jets.

Pakistan has expelled thousands of Afghan nationals following the expiration of a deadline for Afghans without legal status, with over 8,900 deported since April 1, according to the UNHCR.

Brazil’s judiciary is currently testing its resilience as supporters of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro face off against the judiciary amid accusations of bias, similar to claims made during Lula’s previous legal tribulations.

Cliff Notes – Celebrity Big Brother viewers ‘traumatized’ after witnessing Michael Fabricant’s butt-crack Michael Fabricant, a former Conservative MP, shocked viewers during a recent episode of Celebrity Big Brother by inadvertently exposing his butt-crack while leaning over a hot tub. Audience reactions ranged from horror to humour, with many expressing their dismay on social media and calling for less explicit content on the show. Celebrity Big Brother viewers ‘traumatized’ after witnessing Michael Fabricant’s butt-crack Michael Fabricant has left viewers traumatized after revealing a little too much (Picture: Vianney Le Caer/Shutterstock for) Celebrity Big Brother viewers have been left horrified after…

Cliff Notes A fire at a nursing home in Chengde, Hebei province, has resulted in the deaths of at least 20 people, according to state news agency Xinhua. Many survivors from the nursing home have been moved to a nearby hospital for treatment, although the total number of residents remains unspecified. Investigators have been dispatched to the site to determine the cause of the fire, which is under scrutiny following previous incidents in the region. Nursing home fire kills 20 in China | World News . At least 20 people have been killed in a fire at a nursing home…

A significant increase in tariffs, including a stunning 104% levy on Chinese imports, is set to take effect, creating volatility in Asian markets. This development follows an overall downturn in the U.S. stock market, where the S&P 500 fell 1.6%, indicating widespread investor concern regarding the ongoing trade war.

Tensions between Israel and Turkey are escalating, with both nations exchanging strong warnings of military action over the situation in Syria. Israel’s attacks on Syrian targets are seen as a direct response to Turkish military ambitions in the region.

Birmingham City have secured promotion from League One after a 2-1 win at Peterborough United on Tuesday ensured they will return to the Championship at the first time of asking.