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News of the World
#News of the world [Pre-intermediate] - By Cate - 10/02/2025
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Hello, Cate here and welcome back to NEWS OF THE WORLD!
In World Newsā¦
Donald Trump has shocked the world with his latest comments, suggesting the U.S. should take over Gaza, remove its 2.2 million residents, and rebuild it into a luxury destination. His remarks, made after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, have sparked global anger, with one U.S. senator calling it "ethnic cleansing by another name."
Trumpās statement has disrupted ceasefire talks between Israel, Hamas, Egypt, and the U.S., while strengthening Israelās extremists and angering key Arab nations like Saudi Arabia. Whether a real policy or just political drama, his words are already influencing international relations in unpredictable ways.
Business News
The US-China trade war is heating up again. After President Trump raised tariffs on Chinese goods, China retaliated with its own taxes on US fossil fuels and big vehicles. However, since the US only exports a small amount of oil and gas to China, the impact is minor.
China also placed restrictions on US companies like Google and PVH (owner of Calvin Klein), making business harder. More importantly, it is limiting exports needed for electronics and military technology. The US is looking for other sources, but China still dominates. While Trump has hinted at talks, tensions keep growing.
Entertainment
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, co-stars of the film It Ends With Us, are in an intense legal fight. Lively accused Baldoni of misconduct, while Baldoni sued her for defamation, saying his reputation was ruined.
At a tense pretrial hearing, Livelyās lawyer criticized Baldoniās team for speaking to the media, while Baldoniās lawyerclaimed Lively was trying to silence him. The judge warned that if the case stays public, the trial could be moved up from 2026. Baldoniās team also launched a website sharing legal documents, which Livelyās lawyers called unfair. With both sides preparing new claims, the battle is far from over.
Sport
The Six Nations kicked off with excitement and big performances. Ireland started their title defence with a 27-22 win over England, despite trailing at halftime. Englandās defence improved, but they struggled to finish strong. Sam Warburton says they need more discipline, not a major reinvention.
Scotland beat Italy 31-19, with Huw Jones scoring three tries. The game was tied at 19-19 before Darcy Grahamās brilliant run set up a key score.
France dominated Wales 43-0, Walesās worst Six Nations loss ever. Antoine Dupont was outstanding, with Warburton calling him the best player of this generation.
Self-development
Spending time with others who share your interests isnāt just funāitās vital for your health. Whether itās a choir, book club, or sports team, strong social connections can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and even protect against memory loss. Some studies say loneliness is as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, showing how important relationships are for a long, healthy life.
Take singing in a choir, for example. It synchronizes heartbeats, releases feel-good chemicals, and lowers stress. The same is true for any group activity, from yoga to community gardening. Being part of a group gives us purpose, belonging, and emotional support.
When life gets difficult, having people to count on makes a huge difference. A strong community helps us feel valued and understood, whether we are facing stress, loss, or everyday struggles.
The good news? Itās easy to build these connections. Join a group, reconnect with friends, or try something new. Prioritizing social interactions isnāt just good for the soulāitās scientifically proven to improve health and happiness. So why not take that first step? Your future self will thank you.
Well, thatās all from NEWS OF THE WORLD for now. I hope you feel connected today, and Iāll talk to you soon! Take care!