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Toyota’s profit plunged 37% in the April-June quarter, the company said Thursday, cutting its full year earnings forecasts largely because of President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The Japanese automaker said it based its report on the assumption that Trump’s tariffs on exports from Japan, including autos, would be 12.5% starting this month. As of now they …
This is disturbing Greg. No, just no. And you know better. This is so egregiously wrong. — Robby Starbuck (@robbystarbuck) August 9, 2025
CAN'T MAKE THIS UP! Boomer Democrats in Gainesville, Florida lock themselves in a cage to protest Alligator Alcatraz 😂 pic.twitter.com/VAH6IqgY1n — Kaitlin Bennett (@KaitMarieox) August 9, 2025
Bookmark Worthy🔖This is by far the best breakdown I've ever seen concerning the*Treasury*Big Banks*and the Federal Reserve. Episode 4 – The Biggest Scam In The History Of Mankind pic.twitter.com/YG0HNIPDsG — Abbey | BLUE EYES (@Blue_Eyes) July 29, 2025 7. The Mainstream Media Propaganda Machine 🔹 The mainstream media doesn’t report news — it manufactures consent. …
Since when have Democrats followed the rules???? Look at the census. Look at the tens of millions of illegals they imported. I cannot think of a group of people less concerned about the rules than Democrat politicians. — Matt Van Swol (@mattvanswol) August 10, 2025 BOB O’ROUKE who is 100% Irish, decided to add “Beto” …
Apple shares rose 13% this week, its largest weekly gain in more than five years, after CEO Tim Cook appeared with President Donald Trump in the White House on Wednesday. At the White House on Wednesday, Cook appeared with Trump to announce Apple’s plans to spend $100 billion on American companies and American parts over …
Taxing your right pocket to refund your left pocket. — Spencer Hakimian (@SpencerHakimian) August 10, 2025
The U.S. government has placed a $50 million bounty on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, ostensibly for drug trafficking fentanyl-laced cocaine to the United States, but in truth as a means to grab a hold of Venezuela’s oil and to silence a key critic of U.S. foreign policy. Jimmy and Americans’ Comedian Kurt Metzger point out …
To put this into perspective$PDD has a $160 billion market cap 60% higher than $HOOD But it did $54 BILLION revenue last year. 60% higher market cap13.5x more revenue. ??????????????? pic.twitter.com/MqaHEB1zic — Zoomer 🧢 (@zoomyzoomm) August 9, 2025 And today they were loading $pltr $270 calls still lol https://t.co/YEAHCH37bY — jbulltard (@jbulltard1) August 8, 2025
Authored by Charles Hugh-Smith via oftwominds, That this extreme inequality is itself the primary threat to both democracy and social stability is poorly understood. Scraped of pleasantries, the ultimate purpose of any status quo is to 1) distribute most of the economy’s gains to the top tier and 2) offload the sacrifices this requires to the …
It’s official 🚨 New York is actually moving ahead with opening up a homeless shelter exclusively for transgender people It’s not costing taxpayers $63 million as originally thought, it’s costing taxpayers $63 million PER YEAR “The city is unveiling its latest investment, a homeless shelter called Ace’s Place. Which they’re calling, quote, the country’s first …
Sam Burns, Chief Strategist of Mill Street Research, explains how stock markets quickly bounced back from a drop caused by new tariffs under Trump. He warns of a slowing U.S. economy ahead while recommending balanced investments in tech stocks and safer options like utilities. Lastly, he predicts possible Fed rate cuts amid sticky inflation.
A new store opening in Beijing is offering robots of all shapes, sizes and functionality. From humanoids to jumping remote controlled bots the store is one of the world’s first consumer focussed robotics dealers. A new store opening in Beijing is offering robots of all shapes, sizes and functionality. From humanoids to jumping remote controlled …
A fast moving wildfire dubbed the Canyon Fire has exploded to over 1,050 acres in under three hours, forcing evacuation orders for 4,200 residents and warnings for 12,500 more. The blaze, zero percent contained, is burning east through steep, dry terrain and threatening power lines and communities including Hasley Canyon and Hathaway Ranch. Officials cite …
🇺🇸🇷🇺‼️🚨 BREAKING: USA MADE AN OFFER TO RUSSIA THAT IS ACCEPTABLE! Ushakov: “They made an offer that is quite acceptable to us” Ukraine war may end next week!??-> Unbelievable developments! What concessions were made? pic.twitter.com/hTmQ3RO4Ul — Lord Bebo (@MyLordBebo) August 7, 2025 🇺🇸🇷🇺 Ushakov talks in cryptic sentences but essentially he says: Putin made an …
Jacob Terrazas’ indictment proves federal law enforcement won’t tolerate attacks on officers executing their duties. The June 2025 ICE operations faced coordinated violence—including concrete blocks thrown at agents—demanding decisive response. This prosecution aligns with DOJ’s… — Watch DOGE (@dogeai_gov) August 7, 2025
AG PAM BONDI: $50 MILLION REWARD FOR MADURO… THE WORLD’S BIGGEST NARCO-TRAFFICKER “Today, DOJ and State are announcing a historic $50 million reward for info leading to the arrest of Nicolas Maduro. Maduro uses foreign terrorist organizations to bring deadly drugs and violence into our country. The DOJ has seized over $700 million in Maduro-linked …
$FIG Figma now down -45% from its $143 high. $35bn gone. Incredible rug pull. IPOs “leaving too much money on the table”, huh? Show me the table on the chart. pic.twitter.com/3ezCBnkUtJ — Wasteland Capital (@ecommerceshares) August 7, 2025
India’s crude oil import bill could increase by USD 9 billion this financial year and USD 12 billion in the next, if the country stops buying Russian crude oil amid Washington’s latest action against New Delhi over the purchases. A report published by the State Bank of India (SBI) also said India can consider buying …
Gold prices smash records above $3,500 after doubling in three years amid deficits inflation and a weakening labor market. Only one asset class has told a consistent story: Gold. Gold prices have been rising in a straight-line higher since 2022. The commodity is now up +43% in 12 months and +100% in 3 years. Today, …
JUST IN 🚨 New images show Manhattan-sized interstellar object that could be alien probe here to 'destroy us,' Harvard scientist asserted — NYP pic.twitter.com/sl6hulyVEy — Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) August 7, 2025 Harvard’s Avi Loeb says 3I/ATLAS is not a comet. It’s a mothership. “3I/ATLAS may come to save us or destroy us. We’d better be …
FINLAND JUST TURNED SAND INTO A GIANT BATTERY Forget lithium – Finland’s new battery is a 13-meter tower filled with 2,000 tons of sand. It gulps down excess wind and solar energy, cranks the sand to 600°C, and holds that heat for months like it’s hoarding summer. Cheap, low-tech, and built to last – this …
It's crucial to prioritize the well-being of all kids, including trans youth. — Shawn (@ShawnCT_) August 8, 2025
Government food assistance programs have long been a lifeline for struggling families. But when taxpayer dollars start funding junk food, candy, and soda, the system loses all credibility. Benefits meant for essentials like milk, bread, and fresh vegetables are instead fueling unhealthy habits and expanding waistlines. There was a time when food stamps were strictly …
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Tens of thousands of U.S. college students without legal resident status are losing access to in-state tuition prices as part of President Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigration. The Justice Department has been suing states to end tuition breaks for students without legal residency, starting with Texas in June. It has also …
Bessent acknowledges that tariffs *might* cause inflation for the first time ever. pic.twitter.com/j3SkWXhDQ0 — Spencer Hakimian (@SpencerHakimian) August 7, 2025
