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American stocks are bleeding as “extreme fear” currently drives the market. A major sell-off triggered by Trump’s proposed tariffs has wiped out $2.4 trillion in value, with tech stocks hit hardest. Investors are fleeing to defensive options like Coca-Cola while recession fears grow.

Musk and Trump’s plans for government downsizing have reportedly led to mass firings in federal agencies, including the U.S. tax administration. Trump has ordered layoffs while Musk advocates for completely eliminating agencies rather than trimming them. Their collaborative approach to shrinking government has sparked concerns about access to essential services like Social Security.

The American stock market has experienced its worst decline since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 plummeted nearly 6%, while the S&P 500 saw over $2.4 trillion wiped out in a single day, fueling recession fears among jittery investors.

Russia claims a bloody attack hit Western instructors in Ukraine, though no specific information or reports confirm this. The claim may be new or absent from available sources. Russia’s invasion has historically affected foreign personnel, including Western trainers who’ve helped strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

On April 1, 2025, 14 people with connections to Norway were evacuated from Gaza to Israel with assistance from Norwegian authorities. Half of the evacuees were children who had experienced 17 months of war. This marked the first evacuation of Norwegian citizens from Gaza in over a year.

Trump’s trade war aims to strengthen American economy through protectionism, reducing trade deficits (especially with China), and using tariffs as negotiation leverage. His policies targeting Canada, Mexico, China and Europe include concerns about immigration and drugs. However, these strategies risk higher consumer prices, retaliatory tariffs, and undermining global trade relationships.

Trump’s firing of an intelligence chief has drawn criticism, though specific details are limited. His pattern of dismissing intelligence officials and independent oversight bodies has raised concerns about undermining government accountability and legitimacy. Critics warn these actions could damage long-term institutional independence and public trust.

Several traffic accidents occurred near Holbæk recently. On April 4, 2025, multiple cars crashed on Smedelundsgade with no serious injuries reported. March 4 saw an accident on Holbæk motorway where a car caught fire. Another major collision happened February 28 on the same motorway between exits 14 and 15.

A large garage with batteries burned down on northern Falster, as reported by TV 2 on April 1, 2025. The incident prompted evacuation of neighbors. The fire likely involved lithium-ion batteries experiencing thermal runaway, which can release extreme heat and toxic gases.

A massive Russian missile attack struck Kryvyj Rih, Ukraine (President Zelensky’s hometown) on April 4, 2025. At least 12 people died, including three children, with over 50 injured – a number that keeps rising. The strike hit a residential area, causing fires and extensive damage.