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DRC: Tshisekedi reshuffles government, appoints two opposition politicians
Although the government largely stays the same, Congolese voters have been waiting for changes following the security crisis that the country has gone through this year. President Félix Tshisekedi has also brought in two opposition...
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Israel ‘wrong’ to escalate conflict with Gaza City takeover plan, Starmer says
Israel is “wrong” to approve plans to occupy Gaza City, Sir Keir Starmer has said, and urged it to reconsider the new offensive or it will “bring more bloodshed”. The Prime Minister’s intervention comes after his Israeli counterpart...
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U.S. increases softwood lumber fees on Canada to 35.19% | Hanomansing Tonight
The U.S. Department of Commerce increased countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber on Friday, bringing the total to 35.19 per cent.
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Israel’s plan to capture Gaza City condemned by world leaders
The Israeli government’s plan to take control of Gaza City has triggered condemnation from leaders around the world, including Prime Minister Mark Carney, who said the action will put the ‘hostages at greater risk.’
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Should Canada change its negotiation strategy?
The Conservative Party is calling on the Liberal government to ramp up pipeline approvals and housing construction as leader Pierre Poilievre announces his proposed Canadian Sovereignty Act. The Power Panel discusses the recent...
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What is the current state of trade negotiations?
Canadian exporters face a 35 per cent tariff on non-CUSMA-compliant goods going into the U.S. after U.S. President Donald Trump raised the levy following his trade deadline. The Power Panel discusses the ongoing negotiations, and what it...
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Netanyahu says Israel intends to take over Gaza
On Thursday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel plans on taking full military control of Gaza, saying Israel needs a 'security perimeter.' He also said that Israel wants to turn the territory over to 'Arab forces' who...
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Russia & India Talk Up 'Strategic Partnership' After Tariff Hike
Russia & India Talk Up 'Strategic Partnership' After Tariff Hike
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Norway: New Opinion Poll Shows a Neck-to-Neck Race Between Conservatives and Labour in Norway
A new opinion poll reveals a tight race between Norway's Conservative and Labour parties, with both neck-and-neck ahead of the upcoming elections. The results highlight a deeply divided electorate and set the stage for a highly...
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Israel-Gaza War: Netanyahu Rules Out Annexing Gaza, Blames Hamas for Humanitarian Crisis
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rules out plans to annex Gaza, placing full blame on Hamas for the ongoing humanitarian crisis. This statement comes amid continued conflict and international concern over civilian suffering in...
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu says India used Israeli weapon during Op Sindoor
Israeli Prime Minister states that India deployed Israeli-made weaponry during Operation Sindoor, highlighting deepening defense ties between the two nations amid evolving regional security dynamics.
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Homelessness minister must resign over rent hike after tenants’ exit, Tories say
Conservative party chairman Kevin Hollinrake has called for the homelessness minister Rushanara Ali to stand down after reports claimed she hiked rent on a property she owns by hundreds of pounds just weeks after the previous tenants’...
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Modi Ready To ‘Pay A Heavy Price’ As India Seeks To Resist Trump Tariffs
Indian PM Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held a crucial phone call, addressing the latest round of U.S. tariffs under President Trump, which target goods from both nations. The leaders discussed global...
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Uttarakhand Cloudburst: PM Modi Dials Uttarakhand CM, Expresses Concerns
Just hours after a deadly cloudburst in Uttarkashi’s Dharali region, another cloudburst has struck Sukhi Top, intensifying the flood crisis in Uttarakhand.
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Starmer defends handling of economy but declines to rule out tax hikes
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer visited a music workshop at Milton Keynes Library, where he defended the Government’s stewardship of the economy amid warnings that taxes will need to rise in the autumn. The Prime Minister said Chancellor...
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US-India trade: Trump increases tariffs on India to 50% over Russian oil purchase
US-India Trade: Trump Increases Tariffs on India to 50% Over Russian Oil Purchase US to impose added 25% tariff on India over Russian oil purchases: White House
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Will Canada adopt Mexico's approach to trade tensions with U.S.?
Canadian officials are in Mexico City to talk to their Mexican counterparts about strengthening ties between the two countries. Finance Minister and Minister of National Revenue François Phillipe-Champagne joins Power & Politics to...
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Starmer defends Palestine recognition plan but hits out at Hamas
The Prime Minister said there was a “sense of revulsion” about the suffering in Gaza as he defended his plan to potentially recognise a Palestinian state. Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September...
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Karol Nawrocki takes oath as President of Poland amid fear of tussle with Donald Tusk
Karol Nawrocki officially took office as President of Poland, raising concerns over potential clashes with Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s pro-EU government. Nawrocki, backed by conservative factions, signaled a firm stance on national...
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Carney announces over $1B in support for softwood lumber industry
B.C. Forests Minister Ravi Parmar joins Power and Politics to discuss Prime Minister Mark Carney's announcement of $1 billion in support for the softwood lumber industry in light of ongoing tensions over softwood lumber exports with the...
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$1.2B lumber aid package won't be enough, says B.C. forestry union leader
Gavin McGarrigle, the Western regional director of UNIFOR and a member of the B.C. Softwood Lumber Advisory Council, says he is concerned the $700M in loan guarantees and $500M for diversification will not be enough to support laid-off...
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Carney suggests U.S. tariffs could drop to help Canadian industry
As Prime Minister Mark Carney announced support for the softwood lumber industry dealing with the impact of a U.S. trade war, he acknowledged the government could drop some retaliatory tariffs if it helps other industries.
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Can prefabricated homes solve Canada's housing crisis?
Alex Boston, an urban planner with Boston Consulting, maintains labour constraints are one of the biggest impediments to more housing. He says that Canada may not be able to build its way out of a housing crisis, but it may be able to...
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Bangladesh teeters between hope and deadlock a year after Hasina’s fall
The challenges facing Bangladesh’s interim government - a year after protests forced out Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.