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At least 27 vehicles were engulfed in flames after a tanker truck carrying ethanol overturned and exploded on a major highway in southern Brazil, according to local media and officials. The accident left five people injured.The incident occurred around 1:37 p.m. local time on a stretch of the BR-101 highway near the city of Palhoça, in the southern Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, according to the fire department. The crash triggered a massive blaze that quickly spread to nearby vehicles, including 24 cars and three large trucks.The driver of the overturned ethanol tanker and his wife suffered burns to their arms and legs and were taken to a local medical facility, according to G1, citing firefighters. The man sustained burns on approximately 30% of his body, while the woman suffered burns on about 20%. Three other people with burn injuries were transported by ambulance, though their conditions have not been disclosed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senior US officials said dozens of countries have contacted the White House seeking to renegotiate new US tariffs. Meanwhile, Asian markets are plunging. DW has more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Syria’s new President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, will travel to the United Arab Emirates for the first time and is also set to visit Turkey next week, the Syrian foreign ministry said on Sunday, according to Reuters.Sharaa had earlier visited Turkey in February and also made a trip to Saudi Arabia that month — his first official foreign visit since taking office in January.Sharaa became president after Bashar al-Assad was ousted in a sudden offensive last December, led by the Sunni Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which Sharaa is part of. Since then, the new leadership has been trying to build stronger ties with both Arab countries and Western governments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Microchips are entering a whole new world of possibility. Artificial intelligence (AI) and its vast need for power and speed is driving a new generation of microchip innovations. In March 2024, Californian technology corporation Nvidia unveiled an AI chip that can complete tasks 30 times faster than its predecessor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pope makes surprise appearance at St. Peter's Square, 2 weeks after leaving hospital. Pope Francis was taken into St. Peter's Square in a wheelchair during a special Jubilee Mass for the sick, marking his first public appearance at the Vatican on Sunday since his release from the hospital two weeks ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 On Sunday, an opinion poll predicted that Marine Le Pen, the longtime leader of the French far right, would secure up to 37 percent of votes in the 2027 presidential election, more than 22 points higher than in 2022 and 10 points ahead of any other candidate.The “page has definitely turned”, said Frederic Dabi, the head of pollster Ifop Opinion.He saw the poll as confirmation that Le Pen’s rebrand had worked. For years, she has sought to normalise the hard right and distance it from the rule of Jean Marie Le Pen, her late father who founded the National Front, a party that lived on the political fringes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran wants indirect talks with US, warns regional countries over strikes against it... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump posted a video to his social media accounts of a US strike on Yemen that was said to target Iran-backed Houthi rebels. But Houthis deny they were hit, and independent observers say it appears instead to be an attack on civilians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At least 27 vehicles were engulfed in flames after a tanker truck carrying ethanol overturned and exploded on a major highway in southern Brazil, according to local media and officials. The accident left five people injured.The incident occurred around 1:37 p.m. local time on a stretch of the BR-101 highway near the city of Palhoça, in the southern Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, according to the fire department. The crash triggered a massive blaze that quickly spread to nearby vehicles, including 24 cars and three large trucks.The driver of the overturned ethanol tanker and his wife suffered burns to their arms and legs and were taken to a local medical facility, according to G1, citing firefighters. The man sustained burns on approximately 30% of his body, while the woman suffered burns on about 20%. Three other people with burn injuries were transported by ambulance, though their conditions have not been disclosed.Emergency teams on the scene included 36 firefighters, police, civil defense personnel, and multiple ambulances. Authorities reported that another truck carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) had been stopped behind the ethanol tanker at the time of the accident but was safely moved before the fire could spread. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorney General Pam Bondi said Sunday she has received death threats for instructing the federal government to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year.Bondi ordered her agency last week to push for capital punishment in Mangione's federal case. Authorities arrested Mangione in Pennsylvania last December, days after Thompson was fatally shot in New York City.Mangione has pleaded not guilty to state murder and terrorism charges. At the federal level, he has also been charged with murder and stalking. His lead defense attorney, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, has said those allegations were brought by a "lawless Justice Department" that is being guided by a "political" decision to pursue the death penalty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bitcoin fell below the $78,000 level as investors braced for more financial market volatility after U.S. equites suffered their worst decline since 2020 on the rollout of President Donald Trump’s restrictive global tariffs.The price of bitcoin was last lower by 6% at $77,730.03, according to Coin Metrics, after trading above the $80,000 for most of this year — barring a couple brief blips below it amid recent volatility. It’s off its January all-time high by 28%.The flagship cryptocurrency usually trades like a big tech stock and is often viewed by traders as a leading indicator of market sentiment, but last week it bucked the broader market meltdown – holding between $82,000 and $83,000 and rising to end the week as stocks tumbled and even gold fell.Other cryptocurrencies suffered bigger losses overnight. Ether and the token tied to Solana tumbled about 12% each. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mommy, a Western Santa Cruz tortoise, recently welcomed four hatchlings at the Philadelphia Zoo, where she has lived since 1932. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The legendary British musician, 78, revealed in an Instagram post in September that he had lost vision in his right eye because of an infection contracted in the south of France and only had limited vision in his left eye.‘I can’t see TV, I can’t read’: Elton John shares extent of sight loss after eye infection Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crowds of protesters have amassed in cities across the US to denounce President Trump, in the largest nationwide show of opposition since the president took office in January.The "Hands Off" protest planners aimed to hold rallies in 1,200 locations, including in all 50 US states. Thousands of people turned out in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and Washington DC, among other cities, on Saturday.Protesters cited grievances with Trump's agenda ranging from social to economic issues.Coming days after Trump's announcement that the US would impose import tariffs on most countries around the world, gatherings were also held outside the US, including in London, Paris and Berlin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to this storyTHE PREMIERE on February 28th of a new staging of “Macbeth” in Kyiv was initially eclipsed by the diplomatic disaster the same day between Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump in the White House. The production has since become the talk of the city’s elite. Ivan Urivsky, the director, says he decided to put on the tragedy after sensing a change in the country’s mood since Mr Trump’s election: “You can’t do theatre without thinking about politics, war or the people watching.” His viewers are drawing parallels between Shakespeare’s characters and current events. For some, Macbeth resembles the bloodthirsty dictator in Moscow. For others the story of ambition, power and treachery feels closer to home.In Kyiv, daggers are being sharpened around Mr Zelensky. For months the Ukrainian president has faced intense pressure from Vladimir Putin, who questioned his legitimacy without a hint of irony, and from Mr Trump, who has repeated Mr Putin’s talking-points. They pushed Mr Zelensky to hold elections in the middle of the war, believing no doubt that Ukrainian voters would do them the favour of unseating him. Two months ago he was believed to be dead-set against a vote. But Mr Trump’s treatment of him in early March has bolstered his ratings and appears to have changed his calculus. Preparations are under way for Mr Zelensky to face the electorate for a second time, and soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple has only gradually increased the price of iPhone models, but this could change in the coming months. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a hefty tariff on imports from various countries, effective April 9. The tariffs will have a direct impact on Apple's performance and the products it will sell in the region, as most of the iPhones and other products are assembled in China, and these could adhere to a massive 54 percent tariff.Apple could increase the price of its iPhone models by 43 percent following Trump's new tariff plansAccording to estimations by analysts at equity research from Rosenblatt Securities (via Reuters), iPhone prices in the United States could be increased by up to 43 percent due to the latest tariff imposition. The current top-of-the-line iPhone 16 Pro Max can be bought for a massive $1,599, and if the estimations have any heft, the tariffs could increase the price of the same device to almost $2,300 in the U.S. This is only applicable if the company does go ahead with a price hike to offset the tariffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell speaks Friday to the Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing conference in Arlington, Va.The central bank leader's appearance comes at a time of heightened market uncertainty regarding President Donald Trump's aggressive tariffs against U.S. trading partners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jaguar Land Rover has announced it will "pause" all shipments to the US as it works to "address the new trading terms" after tariffs were imposed earlier this week.A 25% levy on car imports came into force on Thursday, one of several measures announced by US President Donald Trump which have sent shockwaves through global supply chains.The US is the second largest export market for the UK's car industry, after the European Union.In a statement, a Jaguar Land Rover spokesperson said the company was "taking some short-term actions including a shipment pause in April, as we develop our mid to longer-term plans". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday launched a US trade war with every country via a barrage of tariffs that are set to go into effect almost immediately. American consumers and businesses stand to pay a hefty price for that battle.For the first time since Trump’s return to the Oval Office, it’s not a question of what could get more expensive due to tariffs but rather a matter of when. And the short answer to what could get expensive is, well, everything.Assuming Trump proceeds with the plans he laid out on Wednesday — and he has said there is no room for negotiation — only certain goods from Mexico and Canada have a shot at avoiding any tariffs. Otherwise, all countries’ goods will be subject to a minimum 10% tariff, with rates going much higher for 60 countries the administration deems the “worst offenders” in terms of trade barriers.At the very top of that list is China. Come April 9, the US will impose a 54% tariff on nearly everything coming from China. And rates go even higher, to 79%, if Trump follows through with his promise to slap an additional 25% tariff on any nation that buys oil from Venezuela, which China has done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the end, all it took to oust Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, whom President Trump appointed in his first term, was a nudge from Elon Musk. During a Friday meeting last month at Trump’s Bedminster, N.J., club, Musk complained to the president that DeJoy was resisting his cost-cutting efforts at the U.S. Postal Service, according to people briefed on the conversation.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nissan Motor is considering shifting some domestic production of U.S.-bound vehicles to the U.S., the Nikkei reported on Saturday, as President Donald Trump ramps up trade tariffs on nations worldwide.As early as this summer, Nissan plans to reduce production at its Fukuoka factory in western Japan and shift some manufacturing of its Rogue SUV to the United States to mitigate the impact of Trump's tariffs, the business newspaper said, without citing the source of its information.The Japanese automaker's Rogue SUV, a key model in the U.S. market, is now produced in Fukuoka and the United States, the report said. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Krugman was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences (informally the Nobel Prize in Economics), the sole recipient for 2008. This prize includes an award of about $1.4 million and was given to Krugman for his work associated with New Trade Theory and the New Economic Geography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol issued his first official message shortly after the Constitutional Court unanimously ruled to remove him from office Friday, bringing an end to his controversial presidency and the monthslong political crisis sparked by his declaration of martial law last December.In a brief and solemn statement addressed to the public, Yoon expressed both gratitude and regret."It was a great honor to serve the Republic of Korea," Yoon said."I am deeply thankful to those who supported and believed in me, despite my shortcomings. I sincerely apologize for failing to meet your expectations. I will always pray for the Republic of Korea, which I love, and for its people."The message, written in a personal tone and signed "Sincerely, Yoon Suk Yeol," was released just hours after the Constitutional Court delivered its historic verdict. It found Yoon had committed a "grave violation of democratic norms and the rule of law" by abruptly declaring martial law on Dec. 3 — a move that plunged the country into weeks of nationwide protests and political turmoil.The unanimous decision by all eight justices marks only the second time in South Korea’s constitutional history that a sitting president has been removed from office. The ruling is final and cannot be appealed.While Yoon did not directly reference the court's decision or its reasoning in his statement, his message conveyed a tone of acceptance rather than defiance, signaling an end — at least publicly — to his presidency that lasted just under three years.It remains unclear whether Yoon will issue a more detailed response or speak publicly about the ruling in the coming days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump’s “liberation day” tariff war has so far wiped trillions off the market value of publicly traded companies, with the sweeping border taxes of up to 50% poised to wreak havoc on businesses across the world.US-based global brands from Nike to Apple have suffered some of the heaviest falls in share price and market value, as investors react to fears of price increases and a potential slowdown in consumer spending. Here, we examine some of the most exposed industries and brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While there isn't a widely recognized "meme pattern" as a formal relationship type, younger generations, particularly Gen Z, are known for exploring non-traditional relationship structures and expressing themselves online in ways that might be interpreted as "meme-like" due to their focus on humor, trends, and quick, relatable content.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is a tool that encrypts your internet traffic and masks your IP address, making it harder for third parties to track your online activity and potentially intercept your data, especially when using public Wi-Fi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Donald Trump announced an aggressive, far-reaching “reciprocal” tariff policy.A Cato Institute report based on World Trade Organization data said the trade-weighted average tariff rates imposed by most countries are much lower than the Trump administration said.For example, the administration said China charges the U.S. a tariff of 67%. The Cato report said China’s 2023 trade-weighted average tariff rate was 3%. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Generative AI is rapidly transforming workplaces by automating tasks, enhancing productivity, and potentially creating new roles, but also raising concerns about job displacement and ethical implications.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A comprehensive listing of assets and personal property is essential when creating your will. This includes everything from real estate and vehicles to valuable family heirlooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Sadiq Khan gains new powers to keep London's nightlife open later from today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape and sexual assault Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump Flaunts $5 Million Gold Card Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amid airstrikes, interests of Turkey and Israel clash in Syria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Exceptional': Rat earns world record for sniffing out landmines in Cambodia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's how the 10 richest people in the world fared after Trump's tariffs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carlos Slim was one of few to see his net worth rise - but Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and others saw billions wiped off their wealth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Poland announces campaign to deter illegal border crossings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pentagon watchdog to review Hegseth’s use of Signal app to convey plans for Houthi strike Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nintendo Switch 2 live updates — pre-orders just delayed, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs hit with new sex trafficking charges a month before trial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israel PM attacks Qatar probe as 'witch hunt' after aides arrested Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Germany Says Adding Explosive Drones To Weapons Arsenal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China to impose 34% retaliatory tariff on all goods imported from the U.S. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prince Andrew and alleged Chinese spy prepare for more court disclosures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 killed, including 9 children, over 60 injured in Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump extends deadline for TikTok sale to non-Chinese buyer to avoid ban Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he is imposing reciprocal tariffs to match duties put on US goods by other countries, in a move that ratchets up a trade war that he kicked off on his return to the White House.The sweeping duties would erect new barriers around the world's largest consumer economy, reversing decades of trade liberalization that have shaped the global order. Trading partners are expected to respond with countermeasures of their own that could lead to dramatically higher prices for everything from bicycles to wine. "It's our declaration of independence," Trump said at an event in the White House Rose Garden. Details of the tariffs were not immediately known as Trump Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

South Africa's government has passed a contentious budget, but key coalition partners, including the EFF and MK, have rejected the fiscal framework. Tensions rise as the proposed VAT increase sparks dissent. Meanwhile, the nation faces a $3.3 billion fiscal gap after the U.S., under President Trump, halted HIV/AIDS funding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Assad regime falls. What happens now? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Exchange' to discuss Tesla shares climbing on news that Elon Musk's time at DOGE may be coming to an end and what's happening with TikTok as the temporary extension expiration date looms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.