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Press releases published on April 9, 2025

Street Volkswagen Celebrates Platinum Wolfsburg Crest Club Award
Volkswagen of America executives join Street Volkswagen in Amarillo to honor the team’s exceptional performance. AMARILLO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Street Volkswagen proudly celebrated receiving the prestigious Platinum …

Trump Announces Tariff on Pharmaceutical Imports
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, U.S. Leader Donald Trump declared that he would soon introduce a “major” tariff on pharmaceutical imports. He emphasized that this move would encourage drug manufacturing to return to the United States. Trump explained during a …

Germany’s CDU/CSU, SPD Shape Coalition Government
(MENAFN) Germany's center-right CDU/CSU alliance and the Social Democrats have reached a deal to establish a coalition government, as reported by a public broadcaster on Wednesday. The agreement was finalized by party leaders during discussions at the …

Erdogan Addresses Turkey's Growing Global Influence
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Turkish Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized the increasingly crucial role that Turkey is playing as global tensions continue to rise. He noted that the importance of Turkey is becoming clear to international powers, who, " …

Arsenal stun Real Madrid with three-goal victory
(MENAFN) Arsenal delivered a stunning performance on Tuesday, securing a commanding 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal clash at Emirates Stadium. Despite a resilient first-half showing from Real Madrid, …

German center-right, social democrats approve coalition formation
(MENAFN) Germany's political landscape shifted on Wednesday as the center-right CDU/CSU alliance and the Social Democrats reportedly reached an agreement to form a coalition government, according to a report. The agreement was finalized by party leaders …

Studies: Choline improves cognition, neurodevelopment
(MENAFN) A vital organic compound often overlooked in discussions of nutrition, choline, is gaining recognition for its significant role in human health, particularly in cognitive function and neurodevelopment. While not classified as a vitamin or mineral, …

Death Rate of Jet Set Nightclub Incident Increases
(MENAFN) The initial death toll has risen to 98, as reported by Juan Manuel Mendez, the head of the country’s Emergency Operations Center. Mendez confirmed that rescue efforts are still underway, although it remains unclear how many individuals were inside …

Fatal Lightning Strikes Kill Over Eight in Eastern India
(MENAFN) More than eight individuals have died and several others sustained injuries in India's eastern state of Bihar after being struck by lightning, according to state-run broadcaster report on Wednesday. The fatalities occurred as heavy rains and …

Japan Urges US to Cancel Reciprocal Tariffs
(MENAFN) On Wednesday, Japan called on the United States to remove the reciprocal tariffs imposed by United States Leader Donald Trump, expressing its "extreme regret" regarding the decision. The appeal came shortly after a 24 percent reciprocal tariff was …

Greece faces disruption by nationwide strike over pay amid cost-of-living crisis
(MENAFN) Greece faced widespread disruption on Wednesday as trade unions staged a 24-hour nationwide strike to protest against what they deem insufficient salary increases in the face of a soaring cost of living. The action paralyzed essential public …

Thousands of tech workers depart Israel in wake of Gaza war
(MENAFN) New data released on Wednesday reveals that approximately 8,300 workers in Israel's technology sector have departed the country since the onset of its war on the Gaza Strip in October 2023. A report issued by the Israel Innovation Authority …

China responds with further tariff hikes on US products
(MENAFN) China has further escalated its trade dispute with the United States by imposing additional tariffs on all US imports, raising the total to 84%, effective Wednesday. This move comes in direct response to the latest round of tariffs imposed by …

Tariffs, Economic Doubts Prompt Fed Rate Cut Expectations
(MENAFN) Leader Donald Trump's tariffs are increasing concerns about a potential recession in the United States, while expectations for the Federal Reserve's rate cuts are growing due to the prevailing economic uncertainties. Trump's announced reciprocal …

Tech Industry Workers Leave Jobs Amid Israeli-Gaza War
(MENAFN) According to newly released data, up to 8,300 tech workers have left Israel since the outbreak of the destructive conflict with Gaza in October 2023. The report, issued by the Israel Innovation Authority, highlights that this exodus occurred …

Canada responds to US auto tariffs with 25 percent counter-levy
(MENAFN) Canada has begun implementing a 25% tariff on specific vehicle imports from the United States, a direct response to similar tariffs imposed by its southern neighbor, the government confirmed on Wednesday. The new import taxes will affect Canadian …

Wildfire Threatens Region Near Kanlaon Volcano
(MENAFN) A large wildfire is currently spreading along the eastern side of Kanlaon Volcano in central Philippines, following its eruption the previous day. Local authorities have expressed concern that the blaze may soon pose a danger to surrounding …

MLB grieves the loss of former players in devastating nightclub collapse
(MENAFN) Major League Baseball has conveyed its sorrow following the tragic deaths of former players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco, who lost their lives in a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Tuesday. This catastrophic …

Federal agents detain pro-Palestinian lawyer at Detroit Airport
(MENAFN) A lawyer advocating for a pro-Palestinian student protester was apprehended at Detroit Metro Airport in Michigan, sharing his experience to highlight what he perceives as intimidation tactics employed by the Trump administration against attorneys …

Envoy declares Brazil’s Lula to show up at Moscow WWII victory celebrations
(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has accepted an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend Moscow's Victory Day celebrations on May 9, marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in World War II. …