Trump says trade agreement with Mexico, Canada ‘irrelevant’ to US
But car makers have urged an extension to the USMCA, saying it is crucial to US auto production.
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‘Catastrophic flooding’ lingers in Pacific Northwest as heavy rains ease
Intense downpours were swept into the region this week by an ‘atmospheric river’ storm system from the Pacific Ocean.
What’s the full match schedule of the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Dates, start times and venues for all 104 matches at the 48-team tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Canada removes Syria from list of states that support ‘terrorism’
Ottawa cites similar move by US as well as Syrian government’s efforts to advance stability in the country.
Famed for sculptural structures, architect Frank Gehry dies at age 96
Gehry blended pop art with monumental architecture that reshaped skylines from Prague to Los Angeles and New York City.
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Top 10 games, groups of death: All to know about the FIFA World Cup draw
Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.
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FIFA World Cup draw to be announced as trophy arrives in Washington
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display.
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Canada joins key EU defence programme as PM Carney pivots away from US
Canada joins EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) rearmament initiative, giving access to $170bn in loans for defence.
Canada’s third-quarter annualised GDP surprises with growth of 2.6 percent
Economists warned it was ‘a mathematical boost’ from falling imports and the Canadian economy remains ‘fragile’.
Canada’s Carney rolls back climate rules to boost investments
In its deal with Alberta, Canada will scrap emissions cap on the oil and gas sector, among other moves.
Canada announces new support for lumber, steel industries hit by tariffs
The new plan comes amid stalled trade talks between Ottawa and Washington.
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