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Bessent Warns China Against Currency Devaluation Amid Escalating Trade Tensions

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reacts to China's tariff increases, warning against currency devaluation and urging for diplomatic solutions to trade disputes, while also addre...

Trump Announces New 10% Tariff on China, Effective March 4 Amid Opioid Crisis

President Donald Trump has announced a new 10% tariff on China, effective March 4, as part of efforts to combat the opioid crisis. This move, alongside existing tariffs on Mexico a...

Sackler Family Agrees to $7.4 Billion Payout in Landmark Opioid Settlement

The Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, have agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement over 15 years for their role in the opioid crisis, including an initial $1.5 billion payment a...

McKinsey's $650M Settlement: Addressing Its Role in the Opioid Crisis

Consulting firm McKinsey & Co. has agreed to pay $650 million to settle federal charges related to its role in the U.S. opioid crisis, including a strategy to boost OxyContin sales...