Año: 2025

US delays higher tariffs but announces new taxes for some countries
05 Jul

Increased tariffs delayed in US, new taxes announced for some nations

Camila RojasInversiones y negocios
El gobierno de Estados Unidos ha comunicado su decisión de postergar los aumentos programados en los aranceles de una variedad de productos importados, al mismo tiempo que presenta nuevas medidas fiscales dirigidas a ciertos países. Esta medida refleja las continuas complejidades de las relaciones comerciales internacionales, ya que el gobierno estadounidense sigue equilibrando las prioridades económicas locales con las dinámicas globales cambiantes.The delay in raising existing tariffs offers temporary relief to several key trading partners and industries, many of which had expressed concerns over the potential economic fallout of higher import duties. At the same time, the decision to impose…
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Apple hits back against 'unprecedented' €500m EU fine
04 Jul

Apple reacts to ‘unprecedented’ €500m EU sanction

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología
Apple has strongly opposed a recent ruling by the European Union to apply a €500 million penalty, stating that the sanction is "unjustified" and "extraordinary" in scope. The penalty, revealed as part of an antitrust inquiry, has once again sparked discussions about the regulation of large tech companies functioning within the European single market, along with wider issues concerning competition, consumer options, and digital equality.The European Commission, acting as the executive branch of the EU, has charged Apple with unfair competition methods by preventing music streaming services from notifying users about different, usually more affordable, subscription choices outside of Apple’s…
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Young campers, teachers and football coach among Texas flood victims
04 Jul

Young campers, teachers, football coach lost in Texas floods

Camila RojasResponsabilidad social
As catastrophic floods recently ravaged sections of Texas, whole communities are dealing with deep sorrow. The floods took the lives of many, including young campers, committed educators, and a well-regarded sports coach—each cherished not only for their contributions but also for the personal tales and bonds they had with the people around them.The severe flooding, triggered by days of relentless rainfall, struck several towns and rural areas across Texas, overwhelming rivers, saturating neighborhoods, and turning peaceful campsites into zones of chaos. While rescue efforts continue and damage assessments unfold, the human toll of this natural disaster has become heartbreakingly clear.Families…
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Xbox producer tells staff to use AI to ease job loss pain
04 Jul

Xbox producer supports staff with AI solutions during job reductions

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología
In the midst of ongoing shifts within the video game industry, an Xbox executive has sparked conversation by suggesting that employees affected by recent job cuts turn to artificial intelligence (AI) tools as a way to navigate the challenges of career transitions. The remarks come as the gaming sector, like many others, undergoes significant change driven by evolving technologies, market pressures, and organizational restructuring.The gaming industry has witnessed a wave of layoffs over the past two years, with major publishers and studios downsizing as they adjust to new economic realities and shifting consumer preferences. Microsoft's gaming division, which oversees Xbox,…
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Archaeologists unveil 3,500-year-old city in Peru
04 Jul

Archaeologists discover ancient 3,500-year-old city in Peru

Camila RojasResponsabilidad social
A team of archaeologists in Peru has brought to light the remains of a 3,500-year-old city, offering new insights into the region's pre-Columbian history and shedding light on early urban development in the Americas. This extraordinary discovery, located in the coastal desert region of northern Peru, is being hailed as one of the most significant archaeological finds in recent decades.The ancient settlement, uncovered after years of careful excavation, provides valuable evidence of complex social organization, architectural innovation, and ceremonial practices that date back to a period well before the rise of more widely known Andean civilizations such as the Moche…
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