(Friday 11 July 2025) – The US President has issued new steep tariffs on 14 countries, including Brazil, fueling fears of more trade wars over the summer.
Elon Musk has been in the news this week as he revealed his plans to start his own political party.
Earlier in the week, Trump had announced a delay to his tariff plans as he appeared to push for a global trade deal, but did threaten an extra 10% tariff on any country siding with the policies of the BRICS alliance.
As of Friday, 120 people are confirmed dead from the Texas floods, and at least 150 remain missing. Following the massive floods, more rain arrived, hampering rescue efforts.
🇺🇸 This week so far …
A lot is happening in the USA this week as Donald Trump’s controversial “One Big Beautiful Bill” will be voted on ahead of the 4 July deadline. The sprawling budget bill could cut health insurance coverage for nearly 12 million Americans and add $3.3tn (£2.4tn) in debt, according to new estimates.
The man accused of murdering four Idaho students in their home is set to accept a plea deal in a case that shocked the United States. More than 2 years on from the horrific murder, the suspect will plead guilty to avoid the death penalty.