Trump Announces 25% Tariffs On Japan And South Korea, Starting August 1.

Trump Announces 25% Tariffs On Japan And South Korea, Starting August 1.

U.S. President Donald Trump has formally issued correspondence to the heads of state of the listed nations, outlining a new schedule of tariff rates that his administration intends to implement beginning August 1st. Trump informs the President of South Korea, Lee Jae-myung, that they will be paying: “25% on any and all Korean products sent into the United States, separate from all Sectoral Tariffs. “If for any reason you decide to raise your Tariffs, then, whatever the number you choose to raise them by, will be added onto the 25% that we charge. “Please understand that these Tariffs are necessary...

ASUU Suspend Lectures Over Delayed Payment Of Salary

ASUU Suspend Lectures Over Delayed Payment Of Salary

The Academic Staff Union of Universities—ASUU—have announced the suspension of services following the delay in payment of salaries. The Chairman of the University of Jos branch of ASUU, Jurbe Molwus, announced the withdrawal of services by members of the union at the university, citing the delay in the payment of their June 2025 salaries. Molwus said this followed the National Executive Council resolution directing branches to take action when salaries are not paid by the third day of a new month, and the congress affirming the position. He said union members have abstained from lectures and statutory meetings. The chairman...

Texas Floods Death Toll Climbs To More Than 100

Texas Floods Death Toll Climbs To More Than 100

The death toll from flash floods that struck central Texas on Friday has now climbed to more than 100 people and an unknown number of others are missing. Search and rescue teams are wading through mud-piled riverbanks as more rain and thunderstorms threaten the region, but hope was fading of finding any more survivors four days after the catastrophe. Camp Mystic, a Christian all-girls’ summer camp, confirmed at least 27 girls and staff were among the dead. Ten girls and a camp counsellor are still missing. The White House meanwhile rejected suggestions that budget cuts at the National Weather Service...