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Bloomberg
6 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Trump's Tariffs Take Effect in Fresh Test for Global Economy
President Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs officially took hold Thursday, as he barrels forward with his turbulent push to reshape global trade. After months of chaotic threats and reversals, higher rates for almost all US trading partners began just after midnight in New York. Trump signed the directive a week ago, but had to allow time for US Customs and Border Protection to make necessary changes to collect the levies.
Wall Street Journal
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
A CBP Mystery Points to Lawfare
Something seems to be rotten at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office in Orlando, Fla., where a fake U.S. entry document for an adviser to former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been posted on its official website not once but twice since 2024. Cellphone data, credit card receipts and the passenger manifest for a commercial flight that Filipe Martins took in Brazil on Dec. 31, 2022, prove that he couldn't have entered the U.S. late on the night of Dec. 30, 2022, as CBP Orlando first alleged in March 2024. When these facts were brought to the attention of the Homeland Security Department, it agreed that Mr. Martins couldn't be in two places at one time. In June 2024 it took down a bad entry log. This month it suddenly reappeared on CBP Orlando's website.
CNET
24-07-2025
- CNET
Get a Burner Phone for Travel to Protect Your Private Info
Traveling internationally comes with its own unique set of stresses. Though you may've considered which suitcase to pack, or how to stay connected while on the go, 2025 has delivered a new complexity. According to recent reports, US Customs and Border Protection agents are increasing the frequency and intensity of device searches, and that includes the devices of Americans returning home. Though these searches aren't illegal, they can be intrusive. Thankfully, you have an option. A burner phone can help you stay in touch without carrying all your data at the same time. But a burner isn't just for crossing borders. It can also be a useful tool for everyday situations where you want to stay connected without sacrificing privacy or convenience. Whether you're trying to cut back on screen time or protect your personal details, or you just want a break from the constant ping of notifications, a no-frills device can help. Conan O'Brien swears by his for staying focused. If you've ever felt like your smartphone knows a little too much, it might be time to consider giving it a vacation of its own. Read more: Best Prepaid Phone of 2025 Although carriers have offered prepaid phones since the '90s, the term "burner phones" or "burners" essentially became popular in the 2000s because of their use in the celebrated HBO series The Wire, in which characters use burner phones to avoid getting caught by the police. Though often portrayed in that light, burners are not popular only among criminals. With privacy concerns rising, you might consider using a burner phone yourself. So, what exactly is a burner phone and how does it work? Below, we explain everything you need to know about burners and how to get one. What is a burner phone? Simply put, a burner phone is a cheap prepaid phone with no commitments. It comes with a set number of prepaid call minutes, text messages or data and is designed to be disposed of after use. Burners are contract-free, and you can grab them off the counter. They're called burner phones because you can "burn" them, i.e., trash them after use, and the phone cannot be traced back to you, which makes them appealing to criminals. Burner phones are typically used when you need a phone quickly, without intentions of long-term usage. Burners are different from getting a regular, contract-bound cellphone plans that require a lot of your information to be on file. Why should you use a burner phone? Diy13/Getty Images Burner phones are an easy way to avoid pesky cellphone contracts or spam that you may be getting on your primary phone number. Burners are not linked to your identity so you can avoid getting tracked down or contacted if that's what you need. However, you don't have to dispose of it after use -- you can just add more minutes and continue using it. Burner phones can still function as regular phones, minus the hassle of getting a phone with a contract. You can also get a burner phone as a secondary phone for a specific purpose, like having a spare phone number for two-factor authentication texts, for business purposes or to avoid roaming charges while traveling. You can get a burner phone for any privacy reasons you may have. Read more: The Data Privacy Tips Digital Security Experts Wish You Knew Burner phones, prepaid phones, smartphones and burner SIMs: What's the difference? Burner phones are typically cheap feature phones and usually don't come with the bells and whistles of a smartphone. Because these are designed to be cheap and disposable, you only get the essentials and very simple designs. The flip phone is a common sight in the burner phone market. All burner phones are prepaid phones but not all prepaid phones are burners. What sets a burner apart is that you will not have to give away any personal information to get one and it won't be traceable back to you. Also, it will be cheap enough to be trashed after use. Prepaid smartphones are generally low-end models to begin with and burners are the cheapest prepaid phones you can get. However, you can use any unlocked smartphone with prepaid SIM cards if you want to, essentially making it a prepaid phone. If you want to get a burner, you don't necessarily have to buy a new phone. You can get a burner SIM and use it with an existing phone as well. Burner SIMs are prepaid SIMs you can get without a contract or giving away personal information. Where can you buy a burner phone? Burner phones are available at all the major retailers. Shelby Knowles/Bloomberg/Getty Images Burner phones are available at all major retail outlets. You can pick them up from Best Buy, Target, Walmart and other big retailers. They're also often available at convenience stores like 7-Eleven, local supermarkets, gas stations and retail phone outlets like Cricket, Metro and others. You can get a burner phone with cash; a typical burner should cost between $10 and $50. It may cost more if you get more minutes and data with the phone. If you're getting a burner phone specifically to avoid having the phone traced back to you, it makes sense to pay with cash instead of a credit card. If you just want a prepaid secondary phone, you can pay for one with a credit card. Credit cards will leave a paper trail that leads back to you but that shouldn't be an issue unless you really don't want the burner phone linked back to you. There are also many apps that let you get secondary phone numbers, including Google Fi and the Burner app. However, these cannot quite be called burners in the ideal sense because these providers will typically have at least some of your personal information. If you're just looking to get a solid prepaid phone without anonymity, you can check out our full guide for the best prepaid phone plans available currently. We also have a guide for the best cheap phone plans you can get.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Yahoo
Border Patrol agent in ‘use of force' incident in West El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — U.S. Border Patrol said an agent was involved in a 'use of force incident' and apparently used a stun gun late Thursday night, July 17 in West El Paso. The incident happened at about 10:30 p.m. Thursday at Sunland Park Drive and Constitution/J.C. Machuca Street. Border Patrol said that one of its agents used what they called a 'less-than-lethal electronic device.' KTSM spoke with a person who identified themselves as a witness who said Border Patrol pursued a person into the apartment complex and used a stun gun after the suspect refused to identify himself or cooperate. Video recorded near the complex showed an individual in handcuffs and escorted to an El Paso Police unit. Border Patrol did not say if anyone was arrested in their brief statement. El Paso Police acknowledged the alleged incident when KTSM asked for more information about an individual being taken into custody at the Westside incident. There were no injuries, Border Patrol said. The incident is under review by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Professional Responsibility. Border Patrol did not say what led up to the incident. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Yahoo
Update on Border Protection Beagle Who Was Kicked by Passenger Has People Emotional
Update on Border Protection Beagle Who Was Kicked by Passenger Has People Emotional originally appeared on Parade Pets. Canines serve vital roles in government. Many dogs are trained to detect dangerous weapons and substances working alongside police officers, transportation security, and border patrol. Breeds recruited for this type of investigative work include German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, and Beagles. Freddie is a border protection Beagle who was recently mistreated by a traveler at Dulles International Airport. His handler, Customs and Border Protection Agriculture Specialist Melissa Snyder, recently shared an update on Freddie's condition. In an interview with CBS News, Snyder explained that on June 24, the 5-year-old Beagle alerted her to a bag that possibly held prohibited fruit and other food items in the baggage claim area. The luggage belonged to an Egyptian national named Hamed Aly Marie and his wife. "I was getting ready to ask [the wife] if I could open the bag," Snyder told CBS' Major Garrett. "The gentleman walked up and kicked Freddie in the right side of his ribs... No warning at all. Just walked right up to him... it was an intentional kick." The kick was so forceful it actually lifted Freddie off the ground. The Beagle was taken to a veterinary emergency room for treatment. Snyder revealed that Marie, age 70, was arrested by CBP and turned over to Homeland Security officers. "[Freddie] had bruising on his ribs," Snyder explained of the dog's injuries. "It scared him more than anything. He's going back to work tomorrow. He's just fine."Freddie is a rescue pup who's clocked in 22 months with CBP. He's been trained to find and identify travelers bringing in food items from overseas to protect against potential pests or blights that could prove detrimental to areas of the U.S. agricultural industry. The conscientious canine has already sniffed out 4,500 pounds of plant products and 3,800 pounds of meat – including 140 pounds of bushmeat from rats, snakes, camels and crocodiles. Freddie has received an outpouring of support and many advocating for stronger animal abuse laws. He's clearly good at his job — Marie's bag contained more than 100 pounds of agricultural items prohibited from entering the U.S., according to a statement from CBP. Marie pleaded guilty to a federal criminal count of malicious assault on a police animal and was sentenced to time served, and agreed to pay the $840 veterinarian fee. According to CBP, he flew back to Egypt on June 26. Thankfully, Freddie is doing fine and eager to be back on the job. "He thinks we're playing hide-and-seek and he loves to play hide-and-seek all day," Snyder said of how Freddie views his job. "To him it's the greatest game in the world, because he gets paid in treats." 🐶🐾🐾 Update on Border Protection Beagle Who Was Kicked by Passenger Has People Emotional first appeared on Parade Pets on Jul 10, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Jul 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
