Canada retaliates with tariffs as U.S. trade dispute intensifies
Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs following President Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after trade negotiations collapsed Friday.
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Russian official threatens UK drone factories supporting Ukraine with 'unknown' attacks
A former Russian official warned of potential attacks by 'unknown sources' on UK facilities manufacturing drones for Ukraine, as tensions escalate over Western military support.
Canada imposes $27.6B in retaliatory tariffs on US goods amid trade collapse
Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on 700 US goods effective September 8, matching Trump's earlier tariffs after trade negotiations collapsed. The dispute threatens one of the world's largest bilateral trade relationships.
Ousted Ukrainian Defence Minister Warns of Defeat Without Major Changes
Ukraine's dismissed defence minister claims the country needs significant changes to avoid losing the war, sparking public disagreement with President Zelenskyy over wartime governance and elections.
Danish PM Rejects Unsolicited Cosmetic Surgery Pitch With Grace
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen dismissed an unsolicited message from a plastic surgeon offering nose surgery, affirming her comfort with her appearance.
Germany races to close drone defense gaps after airport security breaches
Explosive-laden drones discovered near Leipzig/Halle Airport expose significant vulnerabilities in Germany's drone defense systems. Authorities are rushing to consolidate responsibilities and deploy detection technology across major airports.
Trump anuncia remoção de minas em Ormuz e faz alerta ao Irã
Trump afirma que todas as minas colocadas no Estreito de Ormuz foram removidas e emite alerta ao Irã, enquanto expectativas de reabertura da via fazem petróleo cair.
Irán amenaza al hijo menor de Trump en mensaje de violencia extrema
Irán ha dirigido amenazas explícitas contra Barron Trump, el hijo menor del expresidente estadounidense, en un escalamiento de tensiones diplomáticas y de seguridad entre ambas naciones.
Six states to vote on voter ID measures in historic ballot year
At least six states will vote on ballot measures related to voter ID requirements this year, marking the largest number of such measures in a single election cycle, with three swing states included.
Trump afirma que EUA detonaram todas as minas do Irã no Estreito de Ormuz
Trump declara que os EUA detonaram todas as minas instaladas pelo Irã no Estreito de Ormuz, enquanto Irã negocia acordo com Omã sobre controle da passagem estratégica.
FDA intensifies food safety crackdown, suspends licenses at Mumbai's Ayub's
Maharashtra's FDA conducted inspections across 37 establishments, issuing improvement notices to 31 and suspending four licenses, while seizing over 60,000 kg of contaminated food products worth Rs 2.24 crore.
Serviço Secreto investiga ameaça do Irã contra Barron Trump
O Serviço Secreto dos EUA identificou ameaças do Irã contra Barron Trump, filho mais novo do presidente, divulgadas em vídeo. A agência abriu investigação sobre as supostas ameaças de morte.
Trump's Iran sanctions gambit faces Tehran's tested resilience
The US Treasury launched sweeping sanctions against Iran's financial networks, but Tehran's leaders dismiss them as familiar pressure, betting on time and geopolitical factors to outlast Washington's economic campaign.
Supreme Court backs Trump mail-in voting restrictions ahead of midterms
The US Supreme Court sided 6-3 with Trump to lift an injunction on his executive order restricting mail-in voting, though legal challenges remain and implementation before November midterms is uncertain.
Lula defende investimentos em Defesa: 'Não é só para quando sobrar dinheiro'
O presidente Lula defendeu investimentos em Defesa durante cerimônia no QG do Exército, afirmando que não é prioridade apenas quando sobra dinheiro, em novo aceno às Forças Armadas.
Iran's NPT Withdrawal Threat: Leverage or Intent?
Iranian lawmakers have renewed threats to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty amid escalating tensions over uranium enrichment and US sanctions. Analysts suggest the threat itself may be more strategically valuable than actual withdrawal.
Florida advances plan to remove four vaccines from school entry requirements
Florida's Department of Health is advancing a plan to remove four vaccines from school entry requirements, sparking public debate over vaccination policy in public schools.
Trump seeks global support for Iran sanctions; Supreme Court upholds mail-in voting restrictions
Trump calls for international economic isolation of Iran while Supreme Court temporarily upholds his mail-in voting restrictions, marking significant shifts in foreign policy and electoral administration.
Vaticano envia enviado a Moscou para exigir fim da guerra a chanceler de Putin
Enviado do Vaticano viaja a Moscou para exigir ao chanceler de Putin o fim da guerra. Papa Leão XIV reforça esforços diplomáticos contra conflitos globais.
Avião militar dos EUA pousa em Moscou; diretor da CIA em negociações secretas
Um avião militar de transporte dos EUA pousou em Moscou em voo secreto, com o diretor da CIA a bordo para negociações não anunciadas com autoridades russas. O Kremlin negou ter informações sobre a operação.
Trump Administration Signals De-escalation, Recalling Diplomats to Middle East
The Trump administration plans to redeploy evacuated foreign service officers to Middle East embassies as early as this week, signaling reduced expectations of escalated Iran conflict.
India's Green Mission Falls 97.57% Short as Forest Cover Claims Face Audit Scrutiny
India's flagship Green India Mission achieved only 2.43% of its 2014 forest expansion pledge, with government auditors calling progress 'negligible.' Meanwhile, forest land diversions for development accelerated, raising concerns amid climate threats.
France and Saudi Arabia greenlight $7B Dragon Ball Z theme park near Paris
France and Saudi Arabia have approved a $7 billion investment to build a Dragon Ball Z-themed amusement park near Paris, marking a major entertainment infrastructure project and deepening bilateral economic ties.
Air Force Major Charged After Capitol Impeachment Protest
Air Force Major Jason Watson faces military criminal charges after his arrest at the U.S. Capitol in July while calling for President Trump's impeachment.