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The duties, which the president announced last week, took effect for about 90 countries just after midnight.

Jen Pawol will make history by becoming the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game. Here’s a look at other female officials who were the first on the floor, court or the field in prominent men’s leagues. (Image

Dozens more countries face higher taxes on exports to US as new Trump tariffs come into effect  The Guardian Trump’s historic new tariffs are now in effect. Here’s what you need to know  CNN Trump’s new tariffs take effect as trade war

Trump threatens to deploy National Guard in D.C., take over police department  The Washington Post Trump Threatens Federal Takeover of Washington After Member of DOGE Is Assaulted  The New York Times As Trump keeps threatening to take over D.C., Bowser keeps quiet  Axios

The White House said the pledge would bring more of the company’s supply chain and advanced manufacturing to the United States.

Staff at a zoo in Germany which culled 12 baboons and fed some of their carcasses to the lions say they have received death threats.

Trump Live Updates: News on Apple Investment and India Tariffs  The New York Times

The bandleader and pianist was one of the leading Latin musicians of his generation. He won multiple Grammys and was recognized as an NEA Jazz Master. (Image credit: Frans Schellekens/Redferns)

As the president pursues his goals on Russia and trade, America’s relationship with an important partner in Asia could end up as collateral damage.

Trump says he may send National Guard to Washington to fight crime  Politico After an ex-DOGE staffer’s assault, Trump threatens to federalize D.C. Can he?  NPR Trump Threatens Federal Takeover of Washington After Member of DOGE Is Assaulted  The New York Times Trump