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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Skyrocket

A recent announcement has made waves in the global market. The United States has decided to hike up the tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada by an additional 25%. This move brings the total duties to a whopping 50%. This decision comes as a response to Ontario's recent 25% tax on ele

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Mar 11 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Tumbles: Will They Shake Up the Economy?

The past few weeks have been a rollercoaster ride for the economy. Tariffs with Canada and Mexico have been all over the place. There have been cuts to the federal workforce and fears of a government shutdown. And let's not forget the stock market's wild ride. The Dow Jones Industrial Average took a

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Mar 11 2025FINANCE

Stock Market Takes a Nosedive as Trump's Economic Policies Stir Uncertainty

The stock market experienced a significant downturn on Monday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunging by nearly 900 points. This sharp decline was driven by investor anxiety over President Trump's economic policies and his refusal to rule out a potential recession. The market's fear gauge, t

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Tussle: A Call with Canada's PM

A recent phone call between former U. S. President Donald Trump and outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has sparked some controversy. The conversation, which took place on Wednesday, was centered around tariffs and the fentanyl crisis. Trump, known for his strong stance on trade and bord

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Union Boss and Trump: Odd Bedfellows Over Tariffs

In a surprising turn of events, Shawn Fain, the head of the United Auto Workers (UAW), has found common ground with President Donald Trump. This unlikely alliance centers around Trump's proposed tariffs, which include a 25% levy on automobiles and their parts. Fain, who has been vocal about his disa

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Unspoken Words: What Lies Behind Suicide in Slovenia

Suicide is a complex issue. People leave clues about their intentions before taking their own lives. These clues can be direct or indirect. In Slovenia, a study looked at 546 police reports. It found that over 34% of people directly said they wanted to end their lives. Another 26% hinted at it. But

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Canada's Trade Turmoil: A Story of Uncertainty and Resilience

Canada has been in a whirlwind of trade policy chaos. The U. S. has been playing a game of tariff ping-pong. One moment, tariffs are on; the next, they're off. This back-and-forth has left businesses scrambling, markets uncertain, and governments frustrated. Canadian manufacturers had to rush to rev

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Mar 11 2025BUSINESS

How Chinese Firms Are Winning Big with Smart Hiring Strategies

Chinese firms have been making waves in the global market by acquiring international tech resources. This has boosted their production efficiency and expanded their reach. The strategy involves mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and it's got everyone talking. The key to their success? Smart hiring stra

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Mar 10 2025FINANCE

Stocks Take a Dive as Trump Talks Recession

The stock market took a nosedive recently, with all three major indexes opening much lower than usual. This happened after President Trump hinted at a possible recession during an interview. He mentioned that the economy is going through a "transition period" but wouldn't confirm or deny a recession

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Mar 10 2025BUSINESS

Trump's Tariff Turmoil: Businesses Brace for Uncertainty

Trump has been making waves with his tariff plans, causing quite a stir among businesses. He's not backing down from his plans to impose tariffs on a wide range of trading partners. This includes the possibility of raising tariffs to match what other countries charge the US. April 2nd is the big day

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