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ReutersTrudeau says Canada is ready to respond to possible Trump tariffs
TORONTO (Reuters) -Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reiterated on Tuesday that his government is ready to respond to all scenarios if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on Canada. Asked about an uncertain timeline on possible tariffs, Trudeau said Trump is a skilled negotiator who likes to keep his negotiating partners a bit off-balance. Trump is expected to sign more executive orders on his second day in office.
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Northern Kentucky power outage hit town amid arctic temperatures
Much of the Northern Kentucky city was forced to shut down early because of the power outage, which left them without heat.
- Global News
Trump tariffs: Houston urges feds to ‘immediately’ approve Energy East pipeline
Speaking after a call with other Canadian premiers and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said he had urged the federal government to “immediately” approve the Energy East pipeline. Houston said U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 25 per cent tariffs has provided the “urgency” Canada needs to strengthen our country through projects like Energy East.
- Global News
Trudeau says 'everything is on the table' in response to Trump tariffs
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Tuesday that Canada would respond and that "everything is on the table" if U.S. President Donald Trump hits Canada with 25 percent tariffs on Feb. 1.
- The Canadian Press
Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan says he won't run in next election
OTTAWA — Another member of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's front bench has decided to step away from federal politics at the next election.
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What are tariffs, Trump's favorite economic tool? AP Explains
President Donald Trump’s favorite economic tool is the tariff. In his first day in office, he said he planned to slap a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico -- and more are probably coming.
- CBC
Quebec trying to secure federal funding for tramway before the election
Quebec is pushing Ottawa to ensure the Quebec City tramway project gets federal funding before the next federal election.According to information obtained by Radio-Canada, the Liberal government learned through the media that Quebec Transport Minister Geneviève Guilbault now wants to review the terms of the integrated bilateral agreement signed in 2018 that governs funding for the tramway.The project is estimated to cost $7.6 billion.At a news scrum on Tuesday, Guilbault lamented that Quebec "wo
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Trump targets Canada's digital services tax with America First trade policy
One of U.S. President Donald Trump's freshly signed executive orders puts the Liberal government's digital services tax into the sights of America's Commerce, Treasury and Trade departments, threatening to further irritate the trade relationship between the two countries.The America First Trade Policy, signed into force by Trump Monday evening, seeks to ensure America's trading relationships bring maximum benefit to "American workers, manufacturers, farmers, ranchers, entrepreneurs and businesse
- The Daily Beast
‘No Other Choice’: Trump Issues an Ultimatum to Pal Putin
Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to his one-time ally Vladimir Putin, threatening him with retribution if he doesn’t make a deal to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. In an apparent effort to make good on his already-broken vow to end the war within 24 hours of becoming president, Trump took to Truth Social on Wednesday to try and bend the strong-man leader’s arm. “I’m going to do Russia, whose Economy is failing, and President Putin, a very big FAVOR. Settle now, and STOP this ridiculous War
- BuzzFeed
Jeff Bezos's Fiancée Lauren Sánchez Reacted To Criticism Of Her Inauguration Outfit
I want to Eternal Sunshine the clip of Mark Zuckerberg seemingly looking down her bra.
- HuffPost
Trump Revokes Workplace Discrimination Rules Enacted By LBJ In 1965
The new president just unwound a landmark anti-discrimination measure implemented amid the height of the Civil Rights Movement.
- HuffPost
Jimmy Kimmel Spots Truly Awkward Melania Moment At Trump Inauguration
The late night host joked that this must be a sign the two are "very, very much in love."
- HuffPost
George W. Bush And Barack Obama Create Another Megaviral Moment At Trump Inauguration
It centered on Bush's behavior.
- The Daily Beast
All the Most Heinous Outfits From Trump’s Inauguration
While all eyes turned to President Donald Trump during his swearing-in ceremony and ensuing inaugural festivities Monday, some of his attendees’ fashion choices threatened to steal the spotlight. Although there were a number of outfits that rose to the occasion, including second lady Usha Vance and former first lady Jill Biden, there were some other more daring—and downright questionable—choices. From the hat seen across the world to those gym shorts, here are the most daring outfits from Trump’
- People
Pregnant Woman Set to Give Birth Was Beheaded Weeks Before Due Date, Ex Sentenced for Murder
Liese Dodd's killer was sentenced to 60 years in prison last week
- HuffPost
Donald Trump Inauguration Blunder Has Stephen Colbert Asking: 'Is He Really President?'
The "Late Show" host cooked up a comedy theory about who is now actually in power.
- HuffPost
'Not Too Exciting': Trump Gripes About Prayer Service After Pastor Calls Him Out In Sermon
The president was apparently irritated by a request to show kindness to LGBTQ children and undocumented immigrants who are "scared" of his plans.
- The Daily Beast
Trump’s Niece Flames Melania’s Tacky ‘Pizza Hut’ Inauguration Hat
Donald Trump’s niece couldn’t hold back her laughter at Melania Trump’s wide-brimmed hat at Monday’s inauguration. Mary Trump reacted to some of the biggest parts of the ceremony, including what she referred to as “one of the most important things to happen today”–Melania’s viral black and white hat. The first lady wore a structured navy coat accessorized with black gloves, a crisp white shirt and a navy-blue wide-brimmed hat accompanied by a white stripe. “Some people said she looked like the H
- HuffPost
CNN Fact-Checker Offers Brutal Take On Donald Trump’s Style Of Lying
Daniel Dale picked apart the president's unscripted speech on Inauguration Day.