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President Trump’s recent announcement of potential tariffs on pharmaceuticals and auto imports has the global business community on edge. this article dives deep into the implications of these new trade measures and their potential impact on key industries, including the EU and the U.S.economy. Learn what this means for businesses and consumers as these tariffs could reshape the trade landscape.
Trump Announces Potential Tariffs on Pharmaceuticals, Auto Imports
Updated: April 15, 2025
Tariffs Loom Over Key Industries
President donald Trump has signaled a potential escalation in trade tensions, indicating new tariffs targeting pharmaceutical products and auto imports. These measures, if implemented, could considerably impact the European Union and reshape global trade dynamics.
Pharmaceuticals in the crosshairs
The president’s focus on pharmaceuticals aims to incentivize domestic production. During a White House press conference, Mr. Trump stated his intention to impose tariffs to encourage medication manufacturing within the U.S.
He elaborated on his strategy, Everything I have to do is to impose a customs.
The administration believes that financial pressure will compel companies to shift their operations.
Mr. Trump added,The higher the customs,the faster they come,
referring to pharmaceutical companies. He asserted that he has a concrete plan, stating, We do this because we want to make our own medication.
Auto Industry Braces for Impact
Along with pharmaceuticals, the auto industry faces potential tariffs. This move could particularly affect Germany, a major exporter of vehicles to the U.S. In the previous year, the U.S. accounted for 13% of German carmakers’ exports, representing a value of €34 billion.
EU Relations Under Strain
President Trump has repeatedly voiced concerns about the trade relationship between the U.S.and the EU,alleging unfair practices. He reiterated these concerns during the press conference, stating that the EU was founded to harm the United States on the market.
he insisted that the EU needs to negotiate, And they try.
This statement contrasts with earlier reports of progress in trade discussions.
Conflicting Signals from Washington
While President Trump maintains a hard line, there have been conflicting signals from within his administration. Kevin Hassett, a business advisor to Mr. Trump, previously reported enormous progress
in discussions with the EU, suggesting a more optimistic outlook.
Trump’s Grievances and Warnings
President Trump expressed frustration over the perceived imbalance in trade, particularly regarding automobiles.He criticized the EU for not importing enough U.S. products, stating, They don’t take our food products, they don’t take our cars. We have millions of their cars, BMW, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and many others.
He also singled out Germany, noting the absence of Chevrolet vehicles in Munich.
He issued a clear warning: These times are over.
Potential Exceptions for Automakers
Despite the threat of tariffs, president Trump indicated that car manufacturers might receive temporary exemptions to allow them time to adjust their supply chains. He stated that he is currently examining ways to assist some manufacturers in shifting part production to the U.S.However, he did not provide specific details regarding the measures or their duration.
Due to a signal box malfunction, there have been delays and cancellations in train services in the greater Munich area since Saturday morning. Travelers will have to prepare for delays until at least Sunday afternoon, Deutsche Bahn said. Cables were accidentally cut during construction work, which led to a signal box malfunction in the southwest of Munich.
On Saturday, sometimes chaotic scenes took place at Pasinger train station. The travelers were only given sparse information because the display boards didn’t work and there were no announcements. Passengers walked back and forth in the station tunnel, and in some S-Bahn trains passengers sat for a long time, only to find out that nothing was working. Only a few young men in orange high-visibility vests tried to bring order to the chaos, but at first they didn’t know what was going on.
Large-capacity rail replacement taxis (SEVs) ran from the north side of the station at long intervals, but not nearly enough for the amount of people. Dozens of S-Bahn passengers who were unable to attend and wanted to go hiking were waiting, as were people who had to go to work or wanted to look after relatives.
Since the SEV taxis commuted from Pasing to the final stops, people hardly had a chance to get on at the intermediate stops – the taxis arrived already full. Carpools of people with urgent appointments spontaneously formed, sharing taxis and paying for them themselves, in the hope that the railway would reimburse the costs.
The disruption also continues on Sunday. The S 8 line only runs between the airport and Ostbahnhof. According to the DB, there are still no S-Bahn trains running between Pasing and Herrsching; the SEV with taxis between Pasing and Herrsching continues. The S2 line did not run between Heimeranplatz and Dachau on Saturday; the northern outer branch between Allach and Petershausen/Altomünster was put back into operation on Sunday. The SEV with taxis between Heimeranplatz and Allach also stops in Laim.
In any case, the main route is closed at the weekend due to construction work, lines S4 and S6 run every 20 minutes according to the construction timetable. According to Deutsche Bahn, traffic has already returned to normal on the other S-Bahn lines in the Munich area. “Our employees are working hard to resolve the disruption,” assures the railway. Customers should plan more time and log into DB Navigator before starting their journey bahn.de and at the S-Bahn inform.
Olympiapark, Marienplatz, Leopoldstrasse, English Garden – the traditional Munich marathon circuit may soon be a thing of the past. Because the previous route of 42.195 kilometers in one go is to be halved to 21 kilometers. The marathon is therefore completed in two rounds. At least that is the plan of the new organizer Munich Athletics GmbH, a company in close cooperation with the athletics community Stadtwerke München eV and other prominent athletics clubs in Munich. The group primarily wants to save costs and effort.
Runners and organizers critical: Two half marathons “just don’t fit”
Until now, Gernot Weigl was responsible for the Munich Marathon – for almost 25 years. He doesn’t think much of the new route concept, as he made clear in the BR24Sport interview: “It’s simply a given that if you’re one of the four largest marathons, like we are, you offer a marathon route in one lap.” And according to him, some runners also show little enthusiasm for the innovation. Weigl received the feedback from them: “Two half marathons for a city with over a million inhabitants like Munich, that just doesn’t fit. We don’t run that either.”
The district administration department (KVR) of the city of Munich decided against Weigl’s offer and in favor of the offer from Munich Athletics GmbH in conjunction with LG Stadtwerke Munich. The shortened route was probably also chosen because fewer streets in the state capital would have to be closed, which reduces costs and restricts fewer residents. Weigl can’t really follow this argument either: “It’s the case that we’ve hardly had any problems with complaints or anything else in the last few years,” said the 71-year-old in the BR24Sport interview.
The future organizers of Munich Athletics GmbH canceled an interview agreed with BR24Sport at short notice in the run-up to this year’s marathon.
Trouble with the award process: Weigl angry with KVR
On August 13th, Weigl and his team received a rejection from the KVR – and from his point of view, far too late. Weigl applied on March 30th. “Then it said we’ll get the notice in June. In June it said we’ll get the notice in July and then we got it on August 13th, exactly two months before the event.” Weigl said he was “completely surprised” by the decision.
Of course, the planning for 2025 was already underway. “That’s all on hold now,” said Weigl, who is also disappointed with the KVR’s actions: “It wasn’t asked whether we have to lay off employees. We have financial obligations in terms of rents and leases.” This is also why Weigl sought legal advice. “We have appealed this decision and will see what the next days and weeks bring.”
Weigl has organized the Munich Marathon since 2000
Weigl will definitely be hosting this year’s marathon this Sunday and is looking forward to setting a new record. 26,500 runners have registered. That would be a new record number of participants. The 71-year-old will probably be there as an organizer for the last time. Applying in two years is also not an option.
“We can’t apply again in two years, but a decision has to be made now for 2025 and 2026 and not for 2027 and 2028,” said Weigl. He also rules out cooperation with the new organizer. “It doesn’t work that as race director I go to a track that I can’t identify with.” But he is still open to discussions.
He, who has organized the event since 2000, already doesn’t want to think about next year. “It’s my baby and will remain my baby. It’s grown up now. I honestly can’t imagine what it’ll be like next year when we’re no longer in the Olympic Park and on the track.”
“Krinoline” has been at the Oktoberfest for 100 years
At least one record has already been set: the oldest ride was once again the “Crinoline”, which celebrated an anniversary this year. She has been attending Oktoberfest for exactly 100 years. It is a carousel that rotates comparatively slowly and in rocking wave movements. In the past, this was done with pure muscle power: strong men pushed the “crinoline”. Today it has an engine. But she still turns to live brass music.
“Crinoline” actually refers to a hoop skirt that women used to wear as an underskirt. When they danced with them, the hoop skirts made wave-like movements – like the “crinoline” at the Oktoberfest. The newer rides, on the other hand, are often about high-tech, acceleration and thrills. How things went for the showmen overall will be shown by their balance sheet.
Be there for the final sprint
The last day of the Oktoberfest lasts until shortly before midnight. There is always a special atmosphere at the end, especially in the tents. Shortly before the bar closes, sparklers for the last Oktoberfest songs of the year are distributed.
Anyone who starts the final spurt without a table reservation has a chance: in most large tents, half of the seats are reserved for reservations until 3 p.m. and 35 percent thereafter. By the way, reservations are generally not possible in the beer gardens. The Oide Wiesn has been open since 10 a.m.
Hamburg – With his unmistakable baritone voice, Nick Cave has many fans. He is now honoring them with a concert in Munich.
The musician will perform at the “Olympiahalle” on October 18th as part of his “The Wild God Tour”.
Nicholas “Nick” Edward Cave (67), who lost two sons, primarily deals with his family fate in his songs. And the themes in his songs are also rather heavy and get under your skin. In Germany, Nick Cave previously performed in Hamburg.
Tickets for Nick Cave in Munich
For the concert in München there are still a few remaining tickets in category 3 (81.43 euros). They are available at all known ticket offices.
The event begins 7:15 p.mNick Cave is supposed to be around 8:30 p.m come on stage.
Nick Cave (67) on stage
Photo: DAVIDS/Christina Kratsch
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Directions to Nick Cave in the Olympic Hall
Nick Cave plays in the “Olympic Hall”, which can hold 15,500 people.
► Address: Spiridon-Louis-Ring 21, 80809 Munich
Public transport goes directly to the hall. There is no need to buy a ticket, as concert tickets for the “Olympiahalle” are valid as a ticket for a return trip on the MVV.
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▶︎ Subway line U3 Direction Moosach, Olympiazentrum stop, approx. 10 minutes walk to the Olympic Park
▶︎ Tram lines 20 and 21Olympiapark West stop
▶︎ Tram line 27Petuelring stop, approx. 5 minutes walk to the Olympic Park
▶︎ City bus route 144Spiridon-Louis-Ring, Olympiasee, Olympiaberg stops
▶︎ City bus route 173stops Olympic Center, Olympic Ice Sports Center, Petuelring
▶︎ City bus lines 177 and 178Petuelring stop
▶︎ S-Bahn line S1 Direction Ostbahnhof, Moosach stop, from Moosach with subway line U3 or U8 to Olympiazentrum, approx. 10 minutes walk to the Olympic Park
▶︎ S-Bahn line S8 Direction Herrsching, Marienplatz stop from Marienplatz with subway line U3 to Olympiazentrum, approx. 10 minutes walk to Olympiapark
PARKING AT THE OLYMPIC HALL
The parking fee at the hall is 8 euros per day.
If you arrive by car, you are guaranteed to book a parking space in the Parkharfe in advance. Just open in advance www.rkb-parken.de Go to the home page and reserve the day you want, including the time and planned length of stay. After payment, a QR code will be sent, which will be scanned upon entry.
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Nick Cave sings songs from new album “Wild God”
Nick Cave sings pieces from his new album “Wild God” at his concerts. It’s a lot about his pain and how he deals with grief. In 2015, his 15-year-old son Arthur fell off a cliff while high on LSD and died. In 2022, his 31-year-old son Jethro, who suffered from schizophrenia, also died, presumably due to a drug overdose.
Songs like “Joy,” “Conversion,” “Wild God,” “Frogs” and “Long Dark Night” are likely to be on the setlist for the roughly 2.5-hour show.
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