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Are Trump’s global tariffs illegal? | About That

Are Trump’s global tariffs illegal? | About That

Has Congress given the U.S. president the power to impose sweeping tariffs through the International Emergency Economic Powers Act? The Supreme Court will make a decision in a ruling that could restrain the Trump administration’s primary economic and foreign policy tool. Andrew Chang breaks down the central arguments for and against President Donald Trump’s use of the statute to impose worldwide tariffs — and explains why the justices don’t seem convinced.

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Could Canada join Eurovision?

Could Canada join Eurovision?

Government job cuts, more defence spending and … getting Canada into Eurovision? The budget promise has Europop fans excited, but CBC’s Abby Hughes explains why sending a Canadian to the campy song competition isn’t an easy feat.

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National

February 7, 2025

As Ottawa explores new uses for AI in the public service, experts call for caution

OTTAWA — As the federal government explores new ways to…

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Here's why Trump wants to start stockpiling U.S. wealth | About That
Star

February 7, 2025

Here’s why Trump wants to start stockpiling U.S. wealth | About That

U.S. President Donald Trump wants to plug America’s wealth into…

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Sports

February 7, 2025

Ingram trade an ‘incremental step’ in Raptors’ rebuild, says GM Bobby Webster

TORONTO — It’s not the type of trade rebuilding teams…

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Surgeons successfully transplant genetically edited pig kidney into U.S. man
Star

February 7, 2025

Surgeons successfully transplant genetically edited pig kidney into U.S. man

A New Hampshire man fought for the chance at a…

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Canada is pushing to build more homes. Many could end up in the path of floods, fire, report warns
Star

February 7, 2025

Canada is pushing to build more homes. Many could end up in the path of floods, fire, report warns

With the push on to build more housing in Canada,…

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America alone: What the U.S. is exiting on the global stage
Star

February 7, 2025

America alone: What the U.S. is exiting on the global stage

Early in Donald Trump’s second, non-consecutive presidential term, the U.S….

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Man charged with 1st-degree murder in 1998 killing of pregnant woman in Toronto
Star

February 7, 2025

Man charged with 1st-degree murder in 1998 killing of pregnant woman in Toronto

Toronto police have charged a 50-year-old man with first-degree murder…

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Super Bowl preview: What to know for the K.C.-Philly sequel
Star

February 7, 2025

Super Bowl preview: What to know for the K.C.-Philly sequel

This is an excerpt from The Buzzer, which is CBC…

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Why don't U.S. Super Bowl ads air in Canada
Star

February 7, 2025

Why don’t U.S. Super Bowl ads air in Canada

It is a priority for CBC to create products that…

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