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Your daily horoscope: December 1, 2025

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY The breakthrough you have been dreaming of and hoping for is on the horizon and if you are ready to take advantage of it there will be no stopping you this year. You were born to be someone very special, so live up to your cosmic billing. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): You may have been acting a little bit crazy lately but there is a method to your madness. You figure if you can keep your rivals off-balance they will be less likely to oppose you. A little fear can be made to go a long way. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): Resist the urge to take chances with your money. The approaching full moon could make you a bit reckless over the next few days, so resolve right now to keep your cash in your pocket. You don’t need another shiny toy to add to your collection. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): You won’t always be thinking logically between now and Thursday’s full moon, so whenever there is an important decision to be made get some input from people you trust. They ma...

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Trump Defends Tariffs Amidst Economic Uncertainty



In a recent address to Congress, President Donald Trump defended his tariff strategy, despite acknowledging the potential economic discomfort it may cause. Trump emphasized that the tariffs, which represent the largest increases in a century, are designed to generate significant revenue and rebalance what he perceives as unfair trading relationships. He assured Americans that the economic pain, manifesting as higher prices, would be a "little disturbance" that the nation could overcome.

Trump's speech, which lasted a record-setting 100 minutes, focused on his political strengths, including immigration policies and social issues, while spending relatively little time addressing consumer prices and inflation. He blamed high prices on his predecessor, Joe Biden, and offered few new ideas to lower costs.

The president's approval rating has declined in recent polls, and data shows new strains on the economy, including stagnating factory activity, simmering inflation, and declining consumer confidence. Despite these challenges, Trump remains committed to his tariff strategy, believing it will ultimately benefit the American economy.


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