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As talks of a US strike on Iran re-emerge, Iranians and the diaspora prepare by sealing windows and stocking food, water, and medicines. The mood is tense after a brutal crackdown on protests and disputed death tolls, while social media circulates survival tips and questions about their origins, highlighting both fear and attempts at practical preparedness amid widespread anxiety.
With impending tariffs under the Trump administration, consumers may face significant price increases on imported goods, particularly from China. Items like household appliances, electronics, and e-bikes could see price hikes, with laptops and tablets potentially rising by 45%. While stockpiling might seem like a solution, it carries risks such as spoilage and contributing to higher prices. The uncertainty around the duration and specifics of these tariffs complicates consumer decisions on whether to purchase items now to avoid future costs.
Gary Sylvester and his coworkers with the Plaquemines Parish Flood Control in Braithwaite, Louisiana, are stockpiling bottled water in preparation for potential saltwater intrusion, as the saltwater wedge slowly moves up the river.
Germany plans to triple its spending on ammunition purchases in 2024, according to Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. This comes as Western countries, including Germany, are facing depleted stocks due to donations to Ukraine. The ongoing war in Ukraine has led to a high demand for ammunition, with both sides firing thousands of artillery shells daily. NATO allies are also trying to replenish their inventories, as Kyiv's rapid consumption has left stocks severely depleted. The exact details of Germany's increased ammunition purchases were not provided.