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Mexico sends diplomatic note to US over possible new military base near border
Mexico City, April 17: Mexico has delivered a diplomatic note to the US after reports emerged that Washington is considering establishing a new military base near the shared border to deter irregular migration, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said.
Josh Holloway to star in 'Flint' based on Louis L'Amour novel
Washington, April 13: Actor Josh Holloway, who will be seen in the crime thriller series 'Duster,' is all set to star in 'Flint,' an adaptation of the Western novel by Louis L'Amour, which is due to begin production in New Mexico later this year.
Tony Cavelero joins cast of psychological thriller 'The Silence Game'
Washington, April 10: The Righteous Gemstones actor Tony Cavalero is set to appear in a new psychological thriller titled The Silence Game, Deadline reported.
Mexico reports first human death from H5N1 bird flu
Mexico City, April 9: A three-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting avian influenza A (H5N1), becoming the country's first fatal human case of the disease, health authorities said.
'Narcos: Mexico' actor Manuel Masalva in medically induced coma after severe infection
Washington DC, April 7: Narcos: Mexico fame actor Manuel Masalva remains in critical but stable condition after being placed in a medically induced coma following the contraction of a "very aggressive bacteria" while travelling in the Philippines, reported Deadline.
Olivia Rodrigo looks back at her favorite week, first hot air balloon ride
Los Angeles, April 6: Singer-actress Olivia Rodrigo is reminiscing about her favourite week ever. On Sunday, she took to her Instagram, and shared a newspaper which said that she performed a sold out show in Mexico City.
Nanoparticles of toxic metal in MRI scans can infiltrate human tissues: Study
New Delhi, April 6: Scientists have found that a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans can generate nanoparticles of the metal in human tissues.
Zayn Malik shares update after cancelling Mexico City gig
Los Angeles, March 29: Singer-songwriter Zayn Malik, who was earlier a part of One Direction, has shared an update after he had to cancel his Mexico City concert at the last minute due to illness.
Jessica Alba goes on trip to Mexico City amid divorce
Los Angeles, March 27: As the divorce proceedings continue to move at a steady pace, Hollywood actress Jessica Alba is taking time to reconnect with her roots.
Gene Hackman's daughter suggests burying dog with wife Betsy in newly released bodycam video
Washington, March 23: Almost a month after legendary actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Hackman, and their pet dog were found dead at their New Mexico home last month, new bodycam footage obtained by People has captured a heartbreaking request from their daughter, Elizabeth Hackman.
Trump says tariffs on Mexico, Canada could go up as time goes by
Washington DC, March 10: US President Donald Trump jested that tariffs against neighboring countries Mexico and Canada could go higher in the future, Fox News reported on Sunday (local time).
Trump delays some tariffs on Mexico and Canada for one month
Washington, March 7: US President Donald Trump has signed executive actions that delay for nearly one month tariffs on all products from Mexico and Canada that are covered by the USMCA free trade treaty, a significant walkback of the administration's signature economic plan that has rattled markets, businesses and consumers.
Trump pauses tariff hikes on some imports from Mexico
Washington, March 6: President Donald Trump on Thursday announced he is pausing new tariff hikes on imports from Mexico after a phone call with President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Trump delays tariffs on Mexico and Canada, says big one on April 2
Washington DC, March 7: President Donald Trump delayed tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a short-term period for certain products before the "big one" from April 2. He said he agreed after having "fruitful conversations" with Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum while he slammed Canada for being a "high tariff nation".
Trump agrees to cancel tariffs on Mexico on USMCA Agreement items
Washington DC, March 6: US President Donald Trump said that he had a telephonic conversation with President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico, after which he agreed that Mexico will not be required to pay Tariffs on anything that falls under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Agreement.
Sheinbaum touts strength of Mexico's economy as US tariffs put in force
Mexico City, March 5: Mexico's economy is "strong" and has significant reserves to withstand the 25 per cent tariffs on Mexican products the US put in force starting from Tuesday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said.
Trump says 'no room left' for Canada, Mexico to avert US tariffs
Washington, DC, March 4: President Donald Trump has stated that there is "no room left" for Canada or Mexico to avert US tariffs that will go into effect on Tuesday.
Hackman's family friend says late actor's health was slipping in recent months
Washington, March 1: Legendary actor Gene Hackman, who was found dead at his New Mexico home earlier this week, had been "slipping" over the last couple of months, revealed his close friends.
That's enough: Trump shoots down question on Canada during presser
Washington, DC, February 28: At a joint press conference with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday (local time), US President Donald Trump interrupted as Starmer replied to a question from a journalist on the issue of Canada.
Tariffs on Canada, Mexico to be imposed on March 4: US President Donald Trump
Washington DC, February 27: United States President Donald Trump has decried illicit drugs coming in to the country allegedly from the borders of Canada and Mexico, and has decided to continue with the imposition of tariffs on both the countries from March 4, while also deciding to continue the imposition of reciprocal tariffs "with full force" on April 2.
Trump says drop in illegal border crossing no bar from imposing Mexico, Canada tariffs
Washington DC, February 27: US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday at his first Cabinet meeting that the drop in illegal border crossings into the United States since he took office is "not stopping" him from levying 25 per cent tariffs on all Mexican and Canadian goods the US imports, CNN reported.
AP sues Trump administration over banning its reporter from presidential events
Washington DC, February 22: Global News Organisation, The Associated Press has sued the three officials in federal court after their reporters were banned from attending United States President Donald Trump's event at the Oval Office and Air Force One, CNN reported.
Mexico moves to block US extraterritorial actions over terrorism designations
Mexico City, Feb 21: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum signed two constitutional amendments to strengthen national sovereignty and impose harsher penalties on foreigners engaged in illegal activities in Mexico.
Mexican President says she does not fear Trump's threats
Mexico City, Feb 20: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has said that she does not fear US President Donald Trump and his threats of mass deportations, steep trade tariffs, and military "intervention" to combat the drug cartels, as she has the backing of the Mexican people.
Mexico relaunches 'Made in Mexico' brand as US tariffs loom
Mexico City, Feb 19: Mexico has "relaunched" a "Made in Mexico" brand campaign to bolster national production and cushion the impact of the 25-per cent tariffs on Mexican imports announced by US President Donald Trump.
Hyundai Motor Group poised for potential gains from US tariffs on Mexico
Seoul, Feb 5: Hyundai Motor Group is expected to be among the least affected global automakers from the United States' plan to levy a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico, according to market watchers on Wednesday.
US tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico to be paused for one month: Trump
Washington, DC, February 4: US tariffs imposed on imports from Canada and Mexico will be paused for 30-days with President Donald Trump saying that he has he has secured new commitments on improving border security from the two countries. Ahead of the tariffs taking effect on Tuesday, the pause was put in to place after Trump said he spoke to his counterparts in Mexico and Canada.
US tarrifs on imports from Canada, Mexico to be paused for one month: Trump
Washington, DC, February 4: US tarrifs imposed on imports from Canada and Mexico will be paused for 30-days with President Donald Trump saying that he has he has secured new commitments on improving border security from the two countries. Ahead of the tariffs taking effect on Tuesday, the pause was put in to place after Trump said he spoke to his counterparts in Mexico and Canada.
US President Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Mexico for a month
Washington DC, February 4: US President Donald Trump has agreed to "pause" the tariffs on Mexican goods for a month.
After Mexico, Canada buys itself a reprieve from Trump's tariff hikes
Washington, Feb 4: Tariff hikes on Canada will also be delayed by a month as it brought itself a brief reprieve with a promise of $1.3 billion on measures to stop the flow of drugs and undocumented migrants into the US through the northern border.
Trump delays Mexico tariff hike by a month, talks of 'deal' coming
Washington, Feb 3: US tariff hikes on Mexico will be delayed by a month, President Donald Trump announced on Monday indicating a “deal” could be coming. Conversations with Canada are also underway, as Trump spoke with Justin Trudeau.
Latin American bloc expresses solidarity with Mexico against US 'slander and interference'
Caracas, Feb 3: Member countries of a Latin American bloc expressed their solidarity with Mexico and rejection of what they described as "slander and interference" from the United States.
Trump tarriffs: China vows countermeasures, to sue US at WTO; Canada, Mexico hit back
Beijing, February 2: China on Sunday said it "firmly opposes" the new tarrifs imposed on the country by US President Donald Trump and warned of taking "corresponding countermeasures" to resolutely safeguard its own rights and interests.
Mexico responds to US tariff announcement with proposal for collaboration
Mexico City, February 2: Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has rejected US President Donald Trump's accusations of Mexico's alleged alliances with criminal organizations. She emphasised Mexico's commitment to combating crime and drug trafficking, highlighting the need for cooperation between neighbouring countries.
Trump imposes 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, 10 per cent on China
Washington DC, February 2: United States President Donald Trump has announced a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, as well as a 10 per cent tariff on goods from China, citing concerns over illegal immigration and the smuggling of drugs, including fentanyl.
Trump imposes 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, 10 per cent on China
Washington DC, February 2: United States President Donald Trump has announced a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, as well as a 10 per cent tariff on goods from China, citing concerns over illegal immigration and the smuggling of drugs, including fentanyl.
Mexico hits back at US after Trump's decision to impose tariffs
Mexico City, Feb 2: In response to former US President Donald Trump's imposition of a 25 per cent tariff on Mexican imports, Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced counter-tariffs on American goods, further escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
Mexican president confirms death of 6 Mexicans in plane crash in Philadelphia
Mexico City, Feb 2: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed the death of six Mexicans aboard a plane that crashed Friday evening in northeastern Philadelphia, the US.
Trump 2.0 tariff hikes go into effect, presaging a global trade war
Washington, Feb 2: US President Donald Trump's tariff hikes on Canada, Mexico and China went into effect Saturday evening with an announcement from the White House marking the start of a trade war that is expected to spread to other countries.
Canada, Mexico & China brace for US tariff hike
New York, Feb 1: China, Canada, and Mexico, the three biggest trading partners of the U.S., are bracing for tariff hikes threatened by President Donald Trump, who also warned of "short-term disruption".