22 May

China: China to Cut Tariffs on Cars

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China
China to Cut Tariffs on Cars
In an effort to open up it’s automotive market to other world players, China’s Finance Ministry has announced that it will cut tariffs on imported auto parts and vehicles. Import tariffs on certain vehicles will reduce to 15% from 25%. Tariffs on imported automotive parts such as bumpers, car doors, and seat belts could fall as much as 6%. The tariff cuts will go into effect July 1. Countries like Germany, BMW’s producer, and Japan, Toyota’s producer, will benefit from the tariff reductions. China’s automotive market is one of the largest in the world.  In addition to opening up the global market, China hopes this move will reduce trade tensions with the United States.This interactive map depicts top automobile exporters by country. Click on the map to learn more.

Graphic Source: Howmuch.net
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Japan
U.S. Destroyer Arrives in Japan
The U.S. missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG69) arrived at Yokosuka Naval Base in Japan on Tuesday. The warship will support security and stability in the Indo-Pacific area and defend against any potential missile attacks by North Korea and others. Last week, the United States’ military drills with South Korea resulted in the cancellation of a meeting between North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, and South Korean leader, Moon Jae-in. President Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un, are scheduled to meet in Singapore in three weeks.  This map depicts the location of U.S. military bases in Japan, including Yokosuka Naval Base. Click on the map to learn more.

Graphic Source: Map Mania
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United States
Lava Meets Ocean
Kilauea Volcano erupted again on Monday evening, leaving authorities to struggle with a new threat. As the 2000 degree lava creeps toward the ocean, it will react with saltwater to create a noxious cloud of acid fumes, steam, and fine, glass-like particles which can be deadly when inhaled. Meanwhile, three miles west of the cloud, lava has also reached the Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) Plant site. Workers rushed through the night to shut down the plant, which supplies 25% of the Big Island’s power, in order to prevent the release of toxic gases. This map depicts the active ocean entries of lava from the Kilauea Volcano in addition to the location of the PGV Plant. Click on the map to learn more.

Yesterday’s Answer

Q: What is the highest recorded number of deaths in one day on Mount Everest

A: Twenty-two 
A massive Nepal Earthquake in 2015 caused 22 deaths on Mount Everest – the highest recorded number of deaths in one day.

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Today’s Question

 

Q: What is the largest cave in the world which also produces its own localized weather system?

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