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Trump says he will double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50 per cent

Trump says he will double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50 per cent

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said he will double the tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50 per cent next Wednesday. Trump initially announced the boosted duties on steel during a rally at U.S.
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Smokey Robinson was investigated for sexual assault allegation in 2015 but no charges were filed

Smokey Robinson was investigated for sexual assault allegation in 2015 but no charges were filed

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities investigated a previous sexual assault allegation against Smokey Robinson in 2015, but no charges were filed because of insufficient evidence, prosecutors said Friday.
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In Marseille, a shadow becomes art in Banksy’s latest street mural

In Marseille, a shadow becomes art in Banksy’s latest street mural

MARSEILLE, France (AP) — The lighthouse appeared overnight. Painted on a wall tucked away in a quiet Marseille street, its beam aligned perfectly with the real-life shadow of a metal post on the pavement.
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Shakira performance for World Pride opening concert abruptly cancelled due to technical issues

Shakira performance for World Pride opening concert abruptly cancelled due to technical issues

WASHINGTON (AP) — One day before the kickoff concert for World Pride 2025 in the nation's capital, headlining performer Shakira has abruptly cancelled due to equipment difficulties.
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Strong action will be taken for planes, drones violating G7 no-fly zone, says RCMP

Strong action will be taken for planes, drones violating G7 no-fly zone, says RCMP

CALGARY — The RCMP says air restrictions will be in place in two main areas during the upcoming G7 Leaders' Summit in Alberta this June and officials will make sure that no unwanted drones or aircraft enter airspace. Sgt.
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PBS suing Trump administration over defunding, three days after NPR filed similar case

PBS suing Trump administration over defunding, three days after NPR filed similar case

PBS filed suit Friday against President Donald Trump and other administration officials to block his order stripping federal funding from the 330-station public television system, three days after NPR did the same for its radio network.
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Trump tells US steelworkers he’s going to double tariffs on foreign steel from 25% to 50%

Trump tells US steelworkers he’s going to double tariffs on foreign steel from 25% to 50%

WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Friday that he's doubling the tariff rate on steel to 50%, a dramatic increase that could further push up prices for a metal used to make housing, autos and other goods. Trump spoke at U.S.
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Loretta Swit, Emmy-winner who played Maj. Houlihan on pioneering series 'M.A.S.H.,' has died at 87

Loretta Swit, Emmy-winner who played Maj. Houlihan on pioneering series 'M.A.S.H.,' has died at 87

NEW YORK (AP) — Loretta Swit, who won two Emmy Awards playing Maj. Margaret Houlihan, the demanding head nurse of a behind-the-lines surgical unit during the Korean War on the pioneering hit TV series “M.A.S.H.,” has died. She was 87.
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Quebec tables bill to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers on sale of goods

Quebec tables bill to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers on sale of goods

QUÉBEC — Quebec is moving to lower interprovincial trade barriers, as part of a push by provinces and the federal government to increase domestic trade in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.
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Canada Post asks jobs minster to force union to vote on 'final offers'

Canada Post asks jobs minster to force union to vote on 'final offers'

OTTAWA — Canada Post says it has asked Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu to force a union membership vote on the proposals the Crown corporation put forward earlier this week.
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