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Oct 08 2024BUSINESS

What the U. S. Election Could Mean for Canadian Businesses

Canada's business world is buzzing with concern over the upcoming U.S. election. A recent report from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce warns that protectionist policies proposed by both presidential candidates could seriously damage the economies of both nations. This is due to the strong ties and i

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Texas vs. Biden: Supreme Court Weighs In on Emergency Abortion Care

In a surprising turn of events, the Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from the Biden administration in a legal tussle with Texas over emergency room abortion care. This decision leaves the lower court's ruling favoring Texas still standing. The case revolves around whether federal law on

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Criminal Cases on ICE's List: Not Just a Biden Thing

You might think that only criminals caught during the current administration end up on ICE’s non-detained list. But guess what? That’s not true at all! This list has been growing for years, way before President Biden took office. We’re talking about people who came into the country legally but then

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Trump Wants to Boost US Crypto Industry

Former President Donald Trump, who was previously critical of cryptocurrencies, seems to be changing his tune. With the Biden administration focusing on protecting Americans from crypto scams and preventing digital currencies from funding crime, some crypto backers are feeling uneasy. They're lookin

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Oct 06 2024ENVIRONMENT

What’s Happening with Forests and Climate Change?

In a recent meeting, the environment ministers of G20 countries agreed to back new funding sources for protecting ecosystem services. This is exciting news, especially because Brazil has come up with an interesting plan called the Tropical Forests Forever Facility. Unlike some other programs that ju

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

"Storm of Lies: How Social Media is Muddying Hurricane Helene's Aftermath"

Hurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction, and unfortunately, so have the lies on social media. False claims about the federal response to the storm are spreading like wildfire, causing more harm than good in areas trying to recover. This isn’t just affecting people’s lives; it’s also a sign

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Israeli Conflicts: Biden's Blunt Message to Netanyahu

President Joe Biden dropped a surprising comment in the White House on Friday. He wasn’t sure if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was blocking a peace deal due to the upcoming 2024 U.S. election. This is happening while Israel fights Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Biden said no oth

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Port Strike: A Test of Balance Between Economy and Labor Rights

The sudden halt of operations at major ports along the Atlantic coast has thrown the Biden administration into a delicate balancing act. Thousands of longshore workers, represented by the International Longshoremen's Association, have walked out in protest over wages and job protections. The dispute

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Oct 04 2024BUSINESS

Dockworkers' Strike Suspended: What It Means for the Economy and Elections

In a surprising turn of events, the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) has decided to pause their three-day strike involving 45,000 dockworkers on the East and Gulf coasts. This temporary suspension could potentially boost the US economy by avoiding shortages and price increases that mig

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Oct 03 2024POLITICS

Connecting the Dots: How Starlink is Bridging Gaps in Rural America

As the storm clouds of controversy swirl around it, one thing is clear: SpaceX's Starlink internet service is bringing light to areas ravaged by Hurricane Helene. The Biden administration has deployed dozens of ground-based units to support recovery efforts, while private citizens and organizations

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