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Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Mexico, but import taxes still in place for Canada and China
SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum temporarily suspended planned tariffs to facilitate further negotiations, with Mexico deploying 10,000 National Guard members to combat drug trafficking. Although tariffs on Canada and China were set to proceed, discussions aimed to address illegal immigration and fentanyl smuggling. Trump emphasized that tariffs would be lifted if both countries took more action. The situation raises concerns about potential economic impacts, with experts warning that tariffs could increase prices and slow growth. Despite the tensions, the White House downplayed the situation as a trade war, framing it instead as a “drug war.”
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WATCH: Former Mississippi State punter Logan Cooke wins Pro Bowl event with walk-off boot
SUMMARY: Super Bowl week brought several football figures with Mississippi ties to New Orleans. Prior to the big game, the Pro Bowl Games took place in Orlando, where Peyton and Eli Manning led the AFC and NFC teams, respectively. Eli’s team won for the third year in a row, but Mississippi’s Logan Cooke triumphed in the Punt Perfect challenge. Cooke, a former Mississippi State punter and current Jacksonville Jaguars player, faced off against Jack Fox in a thrilling double-overtime contest. Cooke won after hitting a clutch third attempt, earning praise from Peyton Manning for his composure and skill.
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SUMMARY: Taylor Clark, a senior at Lake High School, is a finalist for the 2025 Jersey Mike’s Naismith High School Basketball Courage Award after overcoming significant health challenges. Despite being diagnosed with a cerebrospinal leak and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, she cheered her team to a state championship in 2023. After recovering from a hernia requiring emergency surgery, Clark returned to help the Lady Hornets secure another championship in 2024. Maintaining a 4.0 GPA, she is a role model in her community. The award recognizes her resilience and leadership in sports and academics, with winners announced on Feb. 20.
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Trump imposes tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, spurring prospect of inflation and trade war
SUMMARY: President Trump signed an order imposing significant tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, citing the need to protect Americans and curb illegal immigration and fentanyl production. This action led to swift retaliation from Canada and Mexico, with both countries implementing their own tariffs. The tariffs could worsen inflation, affecting prices on goods like groceries and gas, and harm trade relationships. While Trump aims to address national security and economic issues, his actions have sparked concerns about global economic disruption, with analysts warning of potential damage to the U.S. economy and voters’ trust in his promises to lower prices.
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