Canada cancels joint bridge-opening celebration with US amid trade tensions Trump’s 50% tariff threat means there will be no ribbon-cutting celebration of Gordie Howe International Bridge The Guardian - US · Jul 22
Who is Nitish Kaushal? FBI Most Wanted Suspect Captured After Attempted Break-in Near US-Canada Border Nitish Kaushal, an FBI fugitive accused of links to a global crime network, was captured near the Canada border after allegedly abandoning a tracked phone and using a fake ID. International Business Times UK · Jul 22
Canada’s aerial firefighting system is too slow, and front-line communities are paying the price Recently, as hundreds of fires burned across Northern Ontario and smoke pushed Toronto’s air quality to among the worst on the planet, Canada’s minister of emergency management defended Ottawa’s response and said, in effect, that nothing went wrong. The Conversation · Jul 22
Seth Meyers on Trump calling Canadian wildfire cost incalculable: ‘So he didn’t write that post’ Late-night host spoke about president’s recent social media posts, including comments on the World Cup and Canada The Guardian - US · Jul 22
Shooters for hire: What’s fuelling the Canadian increase in outsourced violence? Canada is facing an attribution problem when it comes to extremist violence. The person who pulls the trigger may not be the person who has the motive; in some recent cases, there may be no single motive at all. The Conversation · Jul 22
'Canada Was Just the First One To Find That Out': Top Economist Warns Trump's Tariffs Are a Global Trade War Test Case President Donald Trump’s sudden move to slap a 50% tariff on Canadian goods is less about the northern neighbor and more a stark warning to the globe. Economist Justin Wolfers argues the tariffs serve as a test case ahead of a broader global trade war. Benzinga · Jul 22
FBI issues 'wanted' notice for Indian national in drug trafficking case The FBI has launched a search for Harmanveer Singh following "Operation Hard Ball", an international crackdown on India-linked crime syndicates. Singh faces federal charges in California for alleged drug trafficking tied to the Canada-based Ravinder Dhanda gang. A USD 50,000 reward has also been offered for Goldy Brar. The Economic Times · Jul 22
Six beluga whales finally leave embattled Canadian marine park Whales flown to US aquariums after long-running saga in which Marineland had threatened to euthanise them The Guardian - UK · Jul 22
Nestlé cooks up 35.6% export growth as Maggi finds new global shelves amid war jitters In the June quarter, Nestlé India achieved a remarkable export increase of 35.6%. The launch of new Maggi variants in Canada and Europe played a crucial role in amplifying its global reach. Furthermore, Nescafé Sunrise's entry into Lebanon marked a significant milestone. With total sales skyrocketing by 25.4%, driven by… The Economic Times · Jul 22
Indian-origin woman held in Canada for $60,000 rental scam An Indian-origin woman has been arrested in Canada after police uncovered a rental scam that left dozens of prospective tenants without homes and out of more than $60,000, CTV News reported. The Times of India · Jul 22
The world is on fire, and who does Trump blame? The Canadians The US president has been complaining about Canada’s ‘filthy, polluted and unhealthy air’. Maybe he should put all that energy into tackling the climate crisis, writes Arwa Mahdawi The Guardian - UK · Jul 22
British Columbia Premier David Eby Feels 'Sorry for Americans,' Refuses to Budge on US Booze Ban as Trump's Tariffs Hit Canada: 'There's Not a Chance in Hell...' British Columbia Premier David Eby said on Tuesday that he feels "sorry for Americans" as U.S.-Canada trade tensions escalated, while vowing American alcohol would remain off liquor-store shelves. Benzinga · Jul 22
NOAA northern lights forecast: Northern lights could light up skies across the US and Canada tonight; here's when and how to watch on your smartphone Northern lights forecast: A minor geomagnetic storm is expected to create favorable conditions for the aurora borealis. Skywatchers in parts of Canada and several northern US states may witness the light show. This event is driven by a fast-moving stream of solar wind from a coronal hole. Viewing conditions matter,… The Economic Times · Jul 22
Beluga whales airlifted to new US homes after former marine park closed down A group of six beluga whales that were rescued from a closed-down marine park in Canada have been transported to their new homes in the US. The Independent UK · Jul 22
Benzinga · Jul 22 Gavin Newsom Says Trump's Canada Tariffs Will Raise Costs, Asks How Many 'Tantrums' Do Americans Have To Suffer Through President Donald Trump‘s new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods drew criticism on Tuesday, with Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) warning the move would raise costs for Americans, while economist Justin Wolfers said the tariffs could weaken confidence in future U.S. trade agreements.
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 Trump's 50% Tariffs on Canada Hit Beer and Hockey Sticks — Which Gets Pricier First? Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian imports may raise prices on beer, wine, and dairy, while hockey sticks face limited impact. The tariffs affect $20 billion worth of goods, excluding some key sectors.
The Economic Times · Jul 22 Indian students among graduates denied Canada work permits after rule clarification; around 1,500 may be affected Canadian immigration authorities are denying post-graduation work permits to international students. Many students completed programs believing they were eligible for these permits. A recent guidance update clarified that non-credit programs are generally not eligible. Around fifteen hundred graduates may be affected by these permit refusals. Affected students are seeking legal…
Bangkok Post · Jul 22 US readies new tariffs as Trump's 10% global levy to expire WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The United States is set to impose new tariffs that could hit dozens of countries soon, trade envoy Jamieson Greer signaled Tuesday, with President Donald Trump's temporary global levies due to expire this week.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 21 Mexico Upstaged USMNT at the 2026 World Cup—and FIFA Took Notice The fallout from the USMNT’s embarrassing World Cup elimination is still unfolding.
The Conversation · Jul 21 Trump’s new tariffs give Ontario and Québec the perfect excuse to sell their unsold American booze U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated his trade war with Canada, announcing 50 per cent tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from wine and hockey sticks to cement and dairy products. The new rates will take effect in 30 days.
The Guardian - US · Jul 21 Trump defends 50% tariffs on Canada, saying ‘they need us to survive’ Mark Carney says Canada is ‘united’ in face of threats as leaders agree to talk before tariffs take effect next month
The Times of India · Jul 21 Canada college issues statement on Indian students being rejected for work permit, asks them to consult immigration lawyers Portage College of Calgary, which is facing protests by Indian students as they were refused post-graduation work permits by Canadian immigration, issued a statement on the situation and said the college body is speaking with immigration authorities. "Students seeking advice should consult either an authorized immigration lawyer or a Regulated…
Reason · Jul 21 Trump's New 50% Tariff on Canadian Goods Is Actually an Admission That Trade Wars Don't Work The trade war caused exports to Canada to fall. Now, Trump is pointing to that fact to justify more tariffs.
The Conversation · Jul 21 Have child, need job: How child-care problems prevent many families from re-entering the workforce More than 300,000 Canadian families faced child-care access barriers last year that delayed a parent’s return to work, underscoring the urgent need to expand child-care access.
Evening Standard · Jul 21 Streeting says he wants to make UK prepared to win wars as Defence Secretary Mr Streeting described the new Chancellor as a ‘firm friend’ of defence in the Treasury, when asked how Government plans to boost defence spending.