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On June 12, the U.S. Department of Commerce initiated antidumping and countervailing duty investigations into hardwood and decorative plywood imported to the U.S. from China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Importantly, Commerce rejected importers' request to extend the deadline and poll the industry to determine whether the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood had standing to bring the case. 

Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XVIII, Issue XII: Department Of Commerce Investigates Hardwood Plywood Trade | Senate Unveils Tax Reconciliation Bill | Trump Orders Overhaul Of Wildfire Management | Free Resources For Me

Which of the following are actually trees: palm, bristlecone, Brazilian grape, banana, giant baobab, or Joshua?

Answer: Bristlecone, Brazilian grape, and giant baobab are all true trees. See the TED-Ed video (well worth the watch!) for the reasons why. 

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Watch video: TED-Ed Video → 

According to the 2025 U.S. Houzz Emerging Summer Trends Report, wood drenching is one of the hottest trends in interior design. Wood drenching is where wood is used throughout a room—walls, floors, and furniture—to create a natural, cohesive look.

Read more: Homeowners Embrace Bold Design Choices → 

On May 28, a U.S. trade court ruled that the global reciprocal tariffs set by President Trump are illegal, stating that he had exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The decision temporarily blocked tariffs on imports from multiple countries.