8 h. ago Trump goes for the jugular with his Canada threats — and does it with a smile

Trump’s insistence that Canada is not a real country bears a striking resemblance to Putin’s in the run-up to his invasion of Ukraine, Richard Hall writes.

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33 h. ago London snowbirds say so long to Sunshine State over Trump's Canada threats

London snowbirds say so long to Sunshine State over Trump's Canada threats  CBC.ca

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34 h. ago Trump threatens further tariffs as EU, Canada retaliate for those already in place – US politics live

Trump said he would impose additional penalties if the EU follows through with its plan to enact counter tariffs on some US goods next monthLuxury Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari says it is ready for countermeasures if US President Donald Trump imposes hefty tariffs on European auto imports.“We are ready with some countermeasures,” Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna told Cnbc’s Converge Live in Singapore. “We are waiting for the official number to be published,” he added, referring to Trump’s threat of duties “of around 25%” on EU carmakers. He added:We will watch what happens over the next month, in the next few weeks. We are in the same boat in terms of tariffs.The customer is at the centre of our attention.” Continue reading...

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46 h. ago King Charles conveys ‘deepest affection’ for Canada amid Trump’s 51st state threat

Trump continues to call for Canada to become the 51st state - a position that has infuriated Canadians

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65 h. ago Trump tariffs on steel and aluminum come into effect amid US

Sweeping levies of 25% come into force without any exemptions after US and Canada exchange further tariff threats Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports took effect on Wednesday “with no exceptions or exemptions”, as his campaign to reorder global trade norms in favor of the US stepped up.The US president’s action to bulk up protections for American steel and aluminum producers placed tariffs of 25% on all imports of the metals, which is likely to increase the cost of producing everything from houses to home appliances and vehicles to drinks cans, threatening to raise consumer prices. Continue reading...

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67 h. ago Can Canada’s ‘rockstar banker’ PM take on Trump and win? – podcast

The former governor of the Bank of England has a new role – saving his country from becoming America’s 51st state. Leyland Cecco reportsJust a few months ago, the future of Canada seemed clear – the Conservatives were on the rise. After almost a decade in power, Justin Trudeau resigned and his Liberal party seemed down and out. But then came not just Donald Trump’s tariffs – but his threats that Canada could become the “51st state”.Canadians were appalled. The government hit back with retaliatory tariffs and strong words. Ordinary Canadians began boycotting goods from the US. And support for the Liberals surged. Now Mark Carney, who has never been an MP but was the first non-British head of the Bank of England, has swept into the role of prime minister. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Donald Trump's threats to Canada – how serious are they and what could happen next?

US president Donald Trump's new threat to slap Canada with 50% tariffs is only the latest in a long line of insults against the country since he returned to the White House

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3 d. ago Markets tank as Trump declares a national emergency amid shocking new Canada tariffs and 51st state threat

President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on electricity in the U.S. and doubled the tariffs on aluminum and steel from Canada.

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3 d. ago Donald Trump doubles tariffs on Canada as he threatens its independence

Canadian leaders have repeatedly hit out at Trump's suggestions, insisting it will never become part of the US.

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3 d. ago Trump orders more tariffs on Canada in response to Ontario tax on electricity exports – live

US president says new tariffs to go into effect 12 March and also threatens to ‘permanently shut down the automobile manufacturing business in Canada’Polls have opened in Greenland for early parliamentary elections Tuesday as US President Donald Trump seeks control of the strategic Arctic island.The self-governing region of Denmark is home to 56,000 people, most from Indigenous Inuit backgrounds, and occupies a strategic North Atlantic location. It also contains rare earth minerals key to driving the global economy, AP reported. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago European markets rise and euro gains against dollar amid ‘Trumpcession’ fears

US currency has lost all the gains it enjoyed since Trump won election as global shares are sold offBusiness live – latest updatesEuropean markets have risen and the euro gained against the dollar to the highest level since the US election, as the greenback sank against other leading currencies amid mounting “Trumpcession” fears.The euro rose sharply, breaking above $1.09 for the first time since early November, when Donald Trump’s election victory sent the dollar soaring. That “Trump trade” has unwound, as new US tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China, and the threat of more levies against European trading partners, have triggered fears of an American recession. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Trump drops new tariff bombshell after Canada threatens to 'shut off electricity completely' to three US states

Donald Trump continued his feud with Canadian leaders with a promise that 'we'll just get it all back' when reciprocal tariffs go into effect next month.

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4 d. ago Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets with Trudeau as Trump threat looms

Former central banker won landslide victory in Liberal party race as trade war with US hastens transfer of powerCanada’s incoming prime minister, Mark Carney, has met with Justin Trudeau as the pair discuss a transfer of power after the former central banker’s landslide victory at the Liberal party’s leadership race.The meeting on Monday sets the stage for an imminent federal election and gives Canada a fresh leader to square off against the United States president, with the two countries locked in a bitter trade war provoked by Donald Trump. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Canada’s designated PM Mark Carney meets Trudeau as Trump threat looms

Former central banker won landslide victory in Liberal party race as trade war with US hastens transfer of powerCanada’s incoming prime minister, Mark Carney, has met with Justin Trudeau as the pair discuss a transfer of power after the former central banker’s landslide victory at the Liberal party’s leadership race.The meeting on Monday sets the stage for an imminent federal election and gives Canada a fresh leader to square off against the United States president, with the two countries locked in a bitter trade war provoked by Donald Trump. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago ‘The relationship is broken’: Canada responds to Trump’s tariff threats

Many Canadians say they will boycott US goods and will not cross the border while Trump is in office“Since Donald Trump began his tariff threats against Canada and his ‘jokes’ about making Canada the 51st US state, I have not bought a single product originating in the US,” said Lynne Allardice, 78, a retired business owner from New Brunswick, Canada.“Not a single lettuce leaf or piece of fruit. I have become an avid reader of labels and have adopted an ‘anywhere but the US’ policy when shopping. I will not visit the States while Trump remains in office, and most of the people I know have adopted the same policy.” Continue reading...

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9 d. ago ‘The relationship is broken’: Canadians respond to Trump’s tariffs

Many plan to boycott US goods and say they will not cross the border while Trump is in office“Since Donald Trump began his tariff threats against Canada and his ‘jokes’ about making Canada the 51st US state, I have not bought a single product originating in the US,” said Lynne Allardice, 78, a retired business owner from New Brunswick, Canada.“Not a single lettuce leaf or piece of fruit. I have become an avid reader of labels and have adopted an ‘anywhere but the US’ policy when shopping. I will not visit the States while Trump remains in office, and most of the people I know have adopted the same policy.” Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Trump’s tariffs will harm UK and lead to higher inflation, admits Rachel Reeves

US president facing retaliation from Canada and China after imposing long threatened tax on goods amid fears of a global trade war

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1 week ago Trump’s tariffs will harm UK even if we’re exempt, admits Rachel Reeves

US president facing retaliation from Canada and China after imposing long threatened tax on goods amid fears of a global trade war

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1 week ago Trudeau calls Trump tariffs on Canada ‘a very dumb thing to do’ – live

Trudeau also says that he doesn’t believe Trump’s insistence that tariffs were imposed in retaliation for Canada’s failure to combat fentanyl traffickingUS consumers warned to brace for higher pricesChina and Canada retaliate against Trump tariffsDonald Trump has threatened to cut off funding to universities that allow “illegal protests”, and expel or deport students involved.Writing on Truth Social, the president said:All Federal Funding will STOP for any College, School, or University that allows illegal protests. Agitators will be imprisoned/or permanently sent back to the country from which they came. American students will be permanently expelled or, depending on on the crime, arrested. NO MASKS! Thank you for your attention to this matter.This is absurdly dishonest.I don’t even mention the UK or France in the clip, both of whom have fought bravely alongside the US over the last 20 years, and beyond.But let’s be direct: there are many countries who are volunteering (privately o...

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1 week ago Mexico president vows response to Trump tariffs; US official acknowledges prices may increase in short term – live

Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum says country will respond Sunday; commerce secretary defends Trump tariffs while acknowledging price increasesUS consumers warned to brace for higher pricesChina and Canada retaliate against Trump tariffsDonald Trump has threatened to cut off funding to universities that allow “illegal protests”, and expel or deport students involved.Writing on Truth Social, the president said:All Federal Funding will STOP for any College, School, or University that allows illegal protests. Agitators will be imprisoned/or permanently sent back to the country from which they came. American students will be permanently expelled or, depending on on the crime, arrested. NO MASKS! Thank you for your attention to this matter.This is absurdly dishonest.I don’t even mention the UK or France in the clip, both of whom have fought bravely alongside the US over the last 20 years, and beyond.But let’s be direct: there are many countries who are volunteering (privately or publi...

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