After backlash, government reverses tariff increase on electronic products; decision restores original rate for smartphones
The Brazilian government has rolled back a recent increase in import tariffs on electronic products after significant backlash from Congress and social media.
SZ in the evening: News from February 21 and 22, 2026
This article discusses significant events over the weekend, including Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariff after the Supreme Court overturned his previous tariffs, and CDU's decisions regarding social media and parental leave issues.
Sanasa admits error in water bills for social tariff issued with higher amounts and promises new bills
Sanasa, the mixed company responsible for sanitation in Campinas, Brazil, admitted to issuing incorrect higher water bills to some residents eligible for social tariff rates and promised to issue corrected bills soon.
Trump claims he will increase global tariff from 10% to 15%
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on his social media that he is increasing the temporary tariff on imports from 10% to 15%, despite official government information stating it remains at 10%.
Trump increases the global tariff rate to 15 percent
President Trump announced an increase in the global tariff rate from 10 to 15 percent via a post on Truth Social.
After yesterday's tariff play - Trump raises tariffs again
Donald Trump announced plans to increase tariffs from 10% to 15% in response to a Supreme Court ruling against his previous tariffs, expressing his frustration on social media.
Trump: Increases tariff rate to 15 percent
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he is raising the tariff rate he recently implemented to 15 percent following a Supreme Court ruling.
‘I slashed my water bill by £400 a year by following Martin Lewis tip’
A MoneySavingExpert.com reader shares how she reduced her water bill by £400 annually by using advice from Martin Lewis to access a water social tariff.
VDI: Companies that do not comply with safety requirements will face unpleasant consequences
VDI warns that companies may be assigned to a higher social insurance tariff group for accidents if severe or fatal workplace incidents occur due to non-compliance with legal requirements by employers.
Fragile Social Partnership: 'Silent Path of Collective Bargaining Flight'
A new legal opinion raises questions about the legality of union membership without collective bargaining, highlighting tensions in the employer-employee relationship.
Tariff Deal with the US Done! Will the Stock Market Soar and Attention on Gold-Silver Rates Too?
A long-standing uncertainty over the India-US Trade Deal has been resolved following a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with Trump announcing the agreement on social media.
Blogger question why Trump invoked trade tariffs against Iran?
Blogger discussions are buzzing about Trump's decision to impose a 25% tariff on all trade with Iran amid ongoing protests and tensions in the country.
From the difficulty of meeting friends to the obsession with our faces: the trends that dominated the conversation in 2025
The article discusses the key words and trends of 2025 as expressed by various individuals, contrasting them with the official word of the year 'tariff' and highlighting themes such as anxiety and social connection.