The US unveiled new tariffs to replace old ones, oil’s jump above $100 deepened a global bond sell-off, and thousands of supporters of the youth-led “Cockroach” movement in India continued protesting over problems in the education system. Plus, the European Central Bank held interest rates, but other central banks may not follow suit.
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US hits 60 countries with new duties as Donald Trump rebuilds tariff wall Oil hits $100 for first time since May while US stocks slide
Oil price surge drives global bond sell-off
India’s Gen Z takes on Modi
Indian police battle ‘Cockroach’ protesters with batons and tear gas
European Central Bank holds interest rates at 2.25% after debating rise
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