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Denmark Pushes Back as PM Urges Trump to Halt Greenland Annexation Threats

    The Danish flag flutters next to Hans Egede Statue in Nuuk, Greenland   Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to stop making threats about taking over Greenland, responding firmly to renewed comments from Trump about the island’s strategic value. Frederiksen emphasized that the United States has no authority to claim any part of the Danish Kingdom and reiterated that Greenland “is not for sale.” She noted that Greenlanders have repeatedly expressed their desire for self‑determination and that discussions about annexation are inappropriate between close allies. Trump’s remarks, made in a recent interview, revived earlier tensions over his interest in Greenland’s natural resources and military positioning. His comments also raised concerns in Copenhagen about the possibility of unilateral U.S. actions in the Arctic. Greenland’s leadership echoed Denmark’s stance, stressing that the island is a self‑governing democracy and s...
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Historic Market Rally: Dow Achieves Record Point Gain Following Tariff Pause Announcement

                

In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. stock markets soared to unprecedented heights after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on his sweeping global tariffs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged nearly 3,000 points, marking the largest single-day point gain in its history. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ also experienced remarkable rallies, with gains of over 9% and 12%, respectively.

The announcement came via a Truth Social post, where Trump stated that the pause would apply to most countries, accompanied by a reduced reciprocal tariff rate of 10%. However, tariffs on Chinese imports were raised to 125%, reflecting ongoing trade tensions.

This historic market rally follows a period of volatility and investor uncertainty, with fears of a global recession looming due to escalating trade wars. The pause provided much-needed relief, signaling a temporary reprieve for businesses and investors alike.

Big Tech stocks led the charge, with companies like Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple posting double-digit gains. Analysts described the day as a "dose of relief" for the markets, highlighting the significance of the announcement in stabilizing investor sentiment.

While the pause offers a moment of optimism, the long-term implications of the trade policies remain uncertain. For now, Wall Street celebrates a day that will be remembered as a milestone in financial history.

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