February 19, 2026

Trump's Electric Vehicle Policy Rollback Boosts China's Edge in EV Market

The US rolled back rules encouraging electric vehicle production, risking losing ground to China. Experts warn this move favors petrol cars and slows EV innovation, hurting American automakers.

February 19, 2026

Singapore Invites Single Americans for Matchmaking Date Led by ‘Aunties,’ Not Algorithms

Singapore Tourism Board launches 'Aunties, Not Algorithms,' a campaign where US singles skip dating apps and get matched by human experts for a trip and first date in Singapore.

February 19, 2026

Brazil Imposes High Duties on Chinese Steel Amid Dumping Probe

Brazil hits Chinese steel imports with duties up to $670 per tonne after finding they are sold below fair prices. The move aims to protect local steelmakers from financial losses.

February 19, 2026

Trump’s Immigration Policies Hurt US Hospitality and Tourism, Causing 98,000 Job Losses

Trump’s strict immigration rules scared workers and tourists alike. Nearly 98,000 hospitality jobs vanished in a year. Tourism revenue fell by $1.2bn. The biggest US hospitality union warns this could hurt the economy more.

February 19, 2026

US Factory Output Rises 0.6% in January, Biggest Gain in Nearly a Year

US factory production jumped 0.6% in January, the strongest monthly rise since February 2025. The boost brightens prospects for a manufacturing sector hit by tariffs and interest rates.