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Amid Tensions With Trump, Canada Reviewing Purchase Of F-35 Jets: Report
Canada is reviewing a major purchase of US-made F-35 combat planes amid serious tensions with the Trump administration, a spokesperson for the Canadian defence ministry told AFP on Saturday.
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Citing Melting Glaciers, Peruvian Farmer Sues German Firm, Tests Global Climate Law
The glaciers in the Andes of northern Peru are at the centre of a landmark global case that will test the legal culpability of corporations over their greenhouse gas emissions and the role these play in climate change.
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Angry Canadians Get "Elbows Up" In Face Of Trump's Tariff, Annexation Threats
At first it was the threat, and then the reality, of tariffs. Now, US President Donald Trump's talk of Canada's forced annexation - no longer laughed off as a joke - has really angered a population better known for its politeness.
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Death From Above: US Missile Strike Wipes Out ISIS Chief Of Global Ops
The United States, in coordination with Iraqi Intelligence and Security Forces, announced the killing of Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, also known as "Abu Khadijah," in a precision airstrike in Iraq's Al Anbar Province.
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Elon Musk-Led DOGE Cancels Over 2 Lakh Government Credit Cards. Heres Why
The US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by billionaire and White House advisor Elon Musk, has deactivated over 2 lakh federal government credit cards to streamline spending.
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Mark Carney: Canada's New PM Charted Unusual Path To Power
Mark Carney was born near the Arctic, led the central banks of two major economies and has become Canada's prime minister despite never having served in parliament.
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Mark Carney Sworn In As New Canada PM Amid Threats To Trade, Sovereignty
Carney's leadership bid was successful, with him winning the Liberal Party leadership race on Sunday. He replaces Justin Trudeau, who served as prime minister for over nine years.
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Ex-Phillipines President Duterte Follows ICC Hearing Via Videolink In Drug War Case
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte failed to attend in person at the International Criminal Court on Friday at the opening of the crimes against humanity hearing over his deadly crackdown on narcotics.
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Don't Miss Tonight's 'Blood Moon': How To Watch, Stream, And Capture Lunar Eclipse
A highly anticipated total lunar eclipse, or "blood moon," will occur overnight on Thursday-Friday, visible in the Americas, Pacific and Atlantic oceans, and parts of Europe and Africa, offering a rare opportunity for sky-watchers, astronomers, and p
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"A Green Card Holder Doesn't...": JD Vance Triggers New Immigration Debate
After US President Donald Trump's proposed 'gold card' initiative, which would create a new immigration pathway for wealthy foreigners, Vice President JD Vance's latest remarks on the rights of green card holders have triggered a fresh debate.
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How Trump's Tariffs Have Triggered A "Boycott USA" Crusade Around The World
In the past seven days, "Boycott USA" has spiked on Google with European countries and Canada topping the list. Moreover, multiple countries also have dedicated Facebook groups for boycotting US products.
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Canada Warns Countries At G7: "Nobody Is Safe" From Donald Trump's Policies
Joly plans to sound the alarm about the implications of the U.S. actions, warning her European and British counterparts that, "If the U.S. can do this to us, their closest friend, then nobody is safe."
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Canada Eases Sanctions On Syria Amid Political Transition
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
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Americas, Europe To Witness Rare 'Blood Moon' Lunar Eclipse: What It Is
Stargazers in North and South America will be able to view a red-colored "Blood Moon" starting Thursday night in the first total lunar eclipse visible on the continents since 2022.
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Brazil Cuts Down Thousands Of Trees In Amazon Rainforest To Build Road For Climate Summit
Brazil is facing criticism for cutting down thousands of trees in the Amazon rainforest to build a road for the COP30 climate summit, despite the country's claims of commitment to environmental protection.
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Amid Tensions With Trump, Canada Reviewing Purchase Of F-35 Jets: Report
Canada is reviewing a major purchase of US-made F-35 combat planes amid serious tensions with the Trump administration, a spokesperson for the Canadian defence ministry told AFP on Saturday.
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Citing Melting Glaciers, Peruvian Farmer Sues German Firm, Tests Global Climate Law
The glaciers in the Andes of northern Peru are at the centre of a landmark global case that will test the legal culpability of corporations over their greenhouse gas emissions and the role these play in climate change.
-
Angry Canadians Get "Elbows Up" In Face Of Trump's Tariff, Annexation Threats
At first it was the threat, and then the reality, of tariffs. Now, US President Donald Trump's talk of Canada's forced annexation - no longer laughed off as a joke - has really angered a population better known for its politeness.
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Death From Above: US Missile Strike Wipes Out ISIS Chief Of Global Ops
The United States, in coordination with Iraqi Intelligence and Security Forces, announced the killing of Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, also known as "Abu Khadijah," in a precision airstrike in Iraq's Al Anbar Province.
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Elon Musk-Led DOGE Cancels Over 2 Lakh Government Credit Cards. Heres Why
The US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by billionaire and White House advisor Elon Musk, has deactivated over 2 lakh federal government credit cards to streamline spending.
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Mark Carney: Canada's New PM Charted Unusual Path To Power
Mark Carney was born near the Arctic, led the central banks of two major economies and has become Canada's prime minister despite never having served in parliament.
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Mark Carney Sworn In As New Canada PM Amid Threats To Trade, Sovereignty
Carney's leadership bid was successful, with him winning the Liberal Party leadership race on Sunday. He replaces Justin Trudeau, who served as prime minister for over nine years.
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Ex-Phillipines President Duterte Follows ICC Hearing Via Videolink In Drug War Case
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte failed to attend in person at the International Criminal Court on Friday at the opening of the crimes against humanity hearing over his deadly crackdown on narcotics.
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Don't Miss Tonight's 'Blood Moon': How To Watch, Stream, And Capture Lunar Eclipse
A highly anticipated total lunar eclipse, or "blood moon," will occur overnight on Thursday-Friday, visible in the Americas, Pacific and Atlantic oceans, and parts of Europe and Africa, offering a rare opportunity for sky-watchers, astronomers, and p
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"A Green Card Holder Doesn't...": JD Vance Triggers New Immigration Debate
After US President Donald Trump's proposed 'gold card' initiative, which would create a new immigration pathway for wealthy foreigners, Vice President JD Vance's latest remarks on the rights of green card holders have triggered a fresh debate.
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How Trump's Tariffs Have Triggered A "Boycott USA" Crusade Around The World
In the past seven days, "Boycott USA" has spiked on Google with European countries and Canada topping the list. Moreover, multiple countries also have dedicated Facebook groups for boycotting US products.
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Canada Warns Countries At G7: "Nobody Is Safe" From Donald Trump's Policies
Joly plans to sound the alarm about the implications of the U.S. actions, warning her European and British counterparts that, "If the U.S. can do this to us, their closest friend, then nobody is safe."
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Canada Eases Sanctions On Syria Amid Political Transition
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
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Americas, Europe To Witness Rare 'Blood Moon' Lunar Eclipse: What It Is
Stargazers in North and South America will be able to view a red-colored "Blood Moon" starting Thursday night in the first total lunar eclipse visible on the continents since 2022.
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Brazil Cuts Down Thousands Of Trees In Amazon Rainforest To Build Road For Climate Summit
Brazil is facing criticism for cutting down thousands of trees in the Amazon rainforest to build a road for the COP30 climate summit, despite the country's claims of commitment to environmental protection.
