#News of the world [Pre-intermediate] - By Cate - 24/03/2025

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Hello, Cate here and welcome back to NEWS OF THE WORLD!

In World News…

The Trump administration pushed for a month-long ceasefire in Ukraine but got little in return. Instead of a full stop to attacks, they received a prisoner swap, vague promises of talks, and a limited pause on strikes against energy supplies.

Russia’s version of the deal mainly protects its power grids, while Ukraine must stop targeting Russian oil refineries — a major disappointment to Kyiv’s strategy. Meanwhile, Russian airstrikes quickly resumed on other targets.

Trump’s first major diplomatic effort with Putin has left Russia in control. What he does next could shape the war’s future for Ukraine.

Business News

"Made in Canada" is making a comeback as businesses bring manufacturing home, driven by US tariffs and global disruptions. Companies are promoting local products, rethinking international suppliers, and expanding domestic production to use Canadian resources, support small businesses, ensure fair wages, and cut environmental impacts. However, reshoring has its challenges — industries like auto manufacturing rely on complex cross-border supply chains, requiring major investments to rework. Experts suggest focusing on sectors where Canada has an advantage, like renewable energy and metal processing. Businesses are now balancing patriotism, economic realities, and global trade changes to stay competitive.

Entertainment

Meghan Markle is back — this time with a new Netflix series called With Love, Meghan, where she promotes her new lifestyle brand, As Ever. Set in a picture-perfect kitchen, she makes focaccia, doughnuts, and fried chicken, joined by friends like Mindy Kaling and chef Roy Choi. The star of the show, however, is her raspberry jam, packaged beautifully. Celebrity friends received numbered jars of jam, with Meghan saving #1 for her mum. She also arranges flowers, wraps gifts, and even tries beekeeping. Harry makes a quick appearance. It is less a show, more a polished ad — but at least the jam looks tasty!

Sport

France won this year’s Rugby Six Nations with an impressive attacking style, scoring a record 30 tries in five games. England came second after a dominant 10-try win over Wales, showing a more aggressive approach. Wales had a disastrous run, ending with a record 68-17 loss and their second consecutive Wooden Spoon. Ex-captain Sam Warburton urged major changes to improve Welsh rugby. Ireland finished third but face a rebuilding period after key retirements. Scotland showed promise but lacked forward power, while Italy pushed opponents harder than ever before. France now looks strong, while others plan for the future.

Self-development

Intuition isn’t magic — it’s your brain recognizing patterns and experiences faster than your conscious mind. it is a skill that anyone can improve, so here are some tips to help you:

·       Start by listening to your body. Physical sensations like a tight chest or a sense of ease are often your gut trying to communicate. Instead of ignoring these feelings, pause and ask yourself what they might mean.

·       Next, give your mind space to wander. In a world full of distractions, intuition often emerges in quiet moments. Activities like walking, journaling, or even mindful breathing create mental stillness, helping those deeper insightsappear.

·       Reflection is also important. After making decisions, think about the result. Was your intuition right? If not, what misinformed you? This helps you learn which instincts are reliable and which might come from fear.

·       Finally, reinforce your intuition by gaining knowledge and experience. The more you learn — whether it’s about work, hobbies, or people — the better your brain gets at noticing patterns. That’s why experts often seem to "just know" what to do.

Good intuition isn’t about ignoring logic. It’s about combining instinct with reasoning, making decisions that feel right and make sense.

Well, that’s all from NEWS OF THE WORLD for now. I hope you give your mind some quiet time today, and I’ll talk to you soon! Take care!