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U.S. imposes 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods after trade talks collapseExternal Link
The U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on a wide swath of Canadian goods at midnight after trade talks between the two countries collapsed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to the tariffs saying, “Canada will match those tariffs dollar for dollar.”
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:30:19 GMT
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Witness video of Madison police killing raises questions of why lethal force was usedExternal Link
Local authorities said that the matter is being investigated and that the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:25:29 GMT
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Actor Michael Wright, known for ‘The Five Heartbeats,’ dies at 70External Link
Michael Wright, known for the film “The Five Heartbeats” and the TV series “V,” has died at 70, his wife announced.
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:53:40 GMT
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Bills tackle Ed Oliver’s son has died, team announcesExternal Link
The Buffalo Bills are mourning the death of defensive tackle Ed Oliver’s 2-year-old son, the team announced Saturday.
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:19:32 GMT
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GOP lawmakers criticize Trump’s beef import plan amid blowback from ranchersExternal Link
House and Senate Republicans criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend tariffs on ground beef imports, with lawmakers from agricultural states decrying the impact Trump’s decision will have on farmers.
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:54:47 GMT
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