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2026

Trump threatens new 100% tariffs on Canada over possible trade deal with China

New 100% Tariffs for Canada? Trump’s Latest Threat

Tensions between the United States and Canada intensified this week after President Donald Trump cautioned that he might levy significant tariffs on Canadian imports should the nation deepen its trade relationship with China, a statement that represents the latest surge in ongoing commercial frictions between the two neighbors.President Trump’s recent statements have raised concerns over the stability of North American trade relations. Speaking on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump suggested that Canada risks severe economic consequences if it allows Chinese goods to flow into the U.S. via Canadian markets. He warned that a trade agreement between Canada and…

Jan

2026

By Lily Chang

What is the break-even point and how do I calculate it?

Break-Even Analysis: A Complete Guide

Investments and Business

The term break-even point (BEP) is fundamental in both financial analysis and day-to-day business decision-making. It signifies the moment at which a company's total revenues precisely equal its total costs, resulting in neither profit nor loss. Businesses surpassing this threshold begin to realize profits, whereas those below are operating at a loss. Establishing the break-even point is crucial for entrepreneurs, investors, and managers, as it guides pricing strategies, operational decisions, and risk assessments.Components Involved in Break-Even AnalysisTo thoroughly understand the break-even point, one must distinguish between fixed costs and variable costs:Fixed Costs: These stay unchanged no matter how much is…

Jan

2026

By Lily Chang

Hydration: signs you’re drinking less than you need

Don’t Get Parched: Signs Your Body Needs More Water

Science and Technology

Why hydration mattersWater is essential to every cell, tissue, and organ, playing roles that include regulating temperature, transporting nutrients, eliminating waste, sustaining blood volume and pressure, and enabling biochemical processes. Even minor fluid deficits can influence physical performance, mental clarity, digestion, and overall mood. Since the sensation of thirst often appears after the body already needs fluids, many individuals remain mildly dehydrated without realizing their gradual decline in function.How much fluid do you really need?Guidelines shift according to age, gender, activity level, climate, and individual health. Common benchmarks include:Average daily total water intake (foods + beverages): about 3.7 liters for…

Jan

2026

By Lily Chang

NASA astronaut Suni Williams retires months after return from troubled mission to orbit

Suni Williams Retires from NASA After Problematic Orbit Mission

Science and Technology

Following nearly thirty years of distinguished service, NASA astronaut Suni Williams has revealed her retirement, drawing to a close a career shaped by resilience, leadership, and groundbreaking accomplishments. Her final assignment, an unforeseen nine-month stretch in orbit during Boeing’s Starliner test mission, has risen as a defining moment in contemporary space exploration.The announcement, confirmed by NASA on Tuesday, formally ends Williams’ tenure in the astronaut corps and transforms what was meant to be a short-duration test flight into her final journey to space. While the agency did not specify the precise timing behind her decision, the retirement caps a career…