Sonal Nain

London

Newsletter Reporter and Producer at Newsweek

journalist, newsletter writer @Newsweek

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The Surprising Impact of Trump's Tariffs On American Farmers

1 day ago | newsweek.com | Sonal Nain

American farmers are once again caught in the crossfire of Trump's trade wars. Despite a 90-day tariff truce with China, they continue to face rising export costs for soybeans, corn and pork, along with effects from earlier retaliatory tariffs and export restrictions. The numbers tell a stark story. U.S. soybean exports to China experienced a significant decline during the height of trade tensions.
How Trump’s USAID Cuts Are Impacting Ukraine’s Civilians

2 months ago | miamiherald.com | Sonal Nain

It's an icy February morning in Vinnytsia, a city in western Ukraine where families displaced by the war have found refuge. For Maryna, 42, the struggle to rebuild a life shattered by conflict is far from over. A mother who fled from Kherson with her son describes the emotional and physical toll of displacement. "After moving to Vinnytsia, I was looking for any opportunity to adapt.
Untold Stories: How Ukraine's grieving women are finding hope

Jan 19, 2025 | newsweek.com | Sonal Nain

CLOSE X By Sonal Nain Share✓ Link copied to clipboard! February 3, 2024: "I received a call from my husband informing me that my son had been seriously wounded and had sustained critical injuries. Two days later, I received another call from the doctor in the morning who told me that the hero's heart stopped at 7:50."Olga Alekseeva, 47, said that her son showed remarkable talent from early on in life. He was already sitting at a computer by the age of three and earned his first medal at five.
Inside Thailand's $2 Billion Scam Industry Now Targeting Americans

Sep 8, 2024 | msn.com | Sonal Nain

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Inside Thailand's $2 billion scam industry now targeting Americans

Sep 8, 2024 | newsweek.com | Sonal Nain

"The Chinese gangs taught me how to make my profile look credible, gain followers and post regularly. After finishing my training, I started identifying my victims through social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Line," said Narin, a 20-year-old from northern Thailand. This wasn't just an isolated incident but part of a troubling trend.
Inside Thailand’s $2 Billion Scam Industry Now Targeting Americans

Sep 8, 2024 | thestate.com | Sonal Nain

Chinese-led scam uncovered in Thailand. Chinese-led scam uncovered in Thailand Thai police "The Chinese gangs taught me how to make my profile look credible, gain followers and post regularly. After finishing my training, I started identifying my victims through social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Line," said Narin, a 20-year-old from northern Thailand. This wasn't just an isolated incident but part of a troubling trend.
Everything You Need To Know About ‘Friend Dating’ in London

Jan 12, 2024 | timeout.com | Sonal Nain

Image: Jamie Inglis / ShutterstockAn eruption of new apps and online communities are helping women combat loneliness in the cityWritten by Sonal NainFriday 12 January 2024FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertising‘It’s quite hard to form long-lasting adult friendships, but it’s really important to do,’ says Charlotte Pratt, 29, who moved to London in 2020 from Manchester.
This swanky London pasta chain is selling dishes for just £5 on World Pasta Day

Oct 18, 2023 | timeout.com | Sonal Nain

Photograph: Chrispictures / Shutterstock.comAll Lina Stores outlets across the capital will be selling top-notch pasta for just a fiverWritten by Sonal NainWednesday 18 October 2023FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingWorld Pasta Day is a thing and we’re very much here for it – especially when it means free fusilli, complimentary conchiglie and reasonably-priced rigatoni.
Gourmet doughnut shop Longboys is opening two new London outlets

Oct 18, 2023 | timeout.com | Sonal Nain

Photograph: LongboysThe eclair-doughnut brand is doubling its number of shops in the capitalWritten by Sonal NainWednesday 18 October 2023FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingLondoners, we have news you dough-nut want to miss out on. Longboys, a sweet bakery brand known for its long, mega-packed eclair-doughnut hybrids, is expanding with two brand-new London outlets. Longboys already has stores in King’s Cross and Wembley Park, but it’s about to double its output.
First look: inside Kurt Geiger’s massive, dazzling new flagship store on Oxford Street

Oct 18, 2023 | timeout.com | Sonal Nain

Photograph: Hufton+CrowFeaturing a floral wall, rainbow-hued glasswork and much moreWritten by Sonal NainWednesday 18 October 2023FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingLuxury footwear fanatics, this one’s for you. High-end footwear brand Kurt Geiger has opened a brand-new flagship store on Oxford Street – and it’s exactly as flashy, colourful and full of flair as you’d expect.