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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Trump and Canada's Metal Tariff Tussle

Canada and the United States have been in a heated exchange over metal tariffs. This is not the first time the two countries have had a disagreement over trade. The latest round of tensions started when Trump announced a 50% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum. This was a big deal because it was

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Duterte's Arrest: A Big Win and a Big Challenge for Global Justice

The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested on Tuesday. The charges? Crimes against humanity. This arrest was made possible by a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is an independent group based in The Hague. They look into and try people accused o

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Calin Georgescu: Far-Right Leader Banned from Romanian Presidential Election

Romania's political landscape is in turmoil. The Constitutional Court has made a final decision to keep Calin Georgescu out of the upcoming presidential election in May. This ruling comes after a lengthy deliberation that lasted for two hours. The court's decision was unanimous, meaning all judges a

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Power Play: Ontario Backs Down on Electricity Surcharge

In a surprising turn of events, Ontario's Premier Doug Ford decided to pause a planned 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U. S. This move came after a conversation with U. S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The two leaders agreed to step back and let cooler heads prevail in the escalatin

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Podcast Politics: Obama, Newsom, and the New Wave of Political Chatter

Michelle Obama, the former First Lady, is stepping into the world of video podcasts. She will co-host a show with her brother Craig Robinson under the Higher Ground banner. The podcast will feature a familiar format: life advice, celebrity guests, and a focus on personal stories. The guests include

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Trouble in the Big Apple: Khalil's Deportation

Khalil, a Syrian national, was recently detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The reason? His involvement in a protest in Times Square, New York, where thousands of Hamas and Hezbollah supporters gathered. The protest was led by Columbia University Apartheid Divest, a group Khalil often

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

From Hero to Zero: Duterte's Sudden Arrest

The former President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, found himself in a surprising situation. He was arrested at Manila's international airport after returning from Hong Kong. The reason? The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued a warrant for his arrest. They accused him of crimes against

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

A Colorful Contrast

Every year in early March, Beijing's Great Hall of the People becomes a vibrant spectacle. This is when political meetings take place. Outside, the scene is lively. Delegates from minority groups, dressed in their finest traditional outfits, pose for photos. This is a stark contrast to the dull busi

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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 2025POLITICS

From Banker to Politician: Mark Carney's Journey to Canadian Leadership

Mark Carney, a name that has been making waves in Canadian politics, is set to take the reins from Justin Trudeau. Born and raised in Canada, Carney's journey from a small town to the big leagues of international finance and now politics is quite the story. Carney's career in finance spanne

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