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Trump rejects claim he's 'chickening out' on tariffs just because he keeps changing rates

Trump rejects claim he's 'chickening out' on tariffs just because he keeps changing rates

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump wants the world to know he's no “chicken” just because he's repeatedly backed off high tariff threats . The U.S.
Defence minister says cost of Trump's proposed missile defence project still unknown

Defence minister says cost of Trump's proposed missile defence project still unknown

OTTAWA — Canada does not know what it would cost to join U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed "Golden Dome" missile defence program, Defence Minister David McGuinty said Wednesday. "I'm not in a position to evaluate the numbers.
US files motion to dismiss lawsuit over Kilmar Abrego Garcia's deportation

US files motion to dismiss lawsuit over Kilmar Abrego Garcia's deportation

The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dismiss the lawsuit over Kilmar Abrego Garcia ’s mistaken deportation to El Salvador, arguing the court lacks jurisdiction because he’s no longer in the United States.
Tenant group pushes for climate protections in report highlighting extreme heat risks

Tenant group pushes for climate protections in report highlighting extreme heat risks

A Canadian tenant advocacy group says nearly half the renters they surveyed don't have air conditioning, as they press for protections from climate-fuelled extreme heat.
Hall of Famers. A Heisman winner. An MMA fighter. Tuberville is not the only sports politician

Hall of Famers. A Heisman winner. An MMA fighter. Tuberville is not the only sports politician

AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Tommy Tuberville is a U.S. senator and wants to become the next Alabama governor . But his new campaign paraphernalia recognize his old job: coach.
Nova Scotia landowners can say no to uranium exploration on their properties: deputy

Nova Scotia landowners can say no to uranium exploration on their properties: deputy

HALIFAX — Private landowners in Nova Scotia whose properties were recently identified for potential uranium exploration can say no to work proceeding, says a provincial deputy minister.
Canadian doctors group challenging constitutionality of Alberta transgender law

Canadian doctors group challenging constitutionality of Alberta transgender law

EDMONTON — A group representing Canada's doctors is challenging the constitutionality of Alberta's legislation limiting access to medical treatment for transgender youth, arguing it violates their Charter right to freedom of conscience.
Ontario to amend mining bill, add Indigenous economic zones amid First Nations uproar

Ontario to amend mining bill, add Indigenous economic zones amid First Nations uproar

TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford's government is set to capitulate to some First Nation demands on a controversial mining bill, though it will not kill the proposed law outright despite the growing backlash.
Ohio Supreme Court's Pat Fischer launches 2026 bid to oust court's lone Democrat, Jennifer Brunner

Ohio Supreme Court's Pat Fischer launches 2026 bid to oust court's lone Democrat, Jennifer Brunner

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Voters will again see two sitting Ohio Supreme Court justices pitted against each other in 2026, after Justice Pat Fischer announced a bid Wednesday to unseat Justice Jennifer Brunner with two years left on his current term.
Quebec passes bill requiring newcomers to adopt shared values

Quebec passes bill requiring newcomers to adopt shared values

QUÉBEC — The Quebec legislature has passed a bill requiring immigrants to embrace the common culture of the province. Newcomers to the province must adhere to shared values including gender equality, secularism and protection of the French language.