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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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How Mexican cartels and Chinese criminal networks are moving 'cocaine of the sea' through Canadian ports
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February 5, 2025

How Mexican cartels and Chinese criminal networks are moving ‘cocaine of the sea’ through Canadian ports

Chinese organized crime networks and Mexican cartels are using Canadian…

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Former Mountie Kevin Brosseau appointed as Canada's fentanyl czar
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February 5, 2025

Former Mountie Kevin Brosseau appointed as Canada’s fentanyl czar

The federal government appointed former Mountie Kevin Brosseau as Canada’s…

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Want to get rid of fentanyl? Tackle money-laundering first, say experts
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February 5, 2025

Want to get rid of fentanyl? Tackle money-laundering first, say experts

As the federal government says it will introduce new measures…

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Sheertex to temporarily lay off 40% of staff partly due to tariff threats
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February 5, 2025

Sheertex to temporarily lay off 40% of staff partly due to tariff threats

Canadian pantyhose-maker Sheertex is temporarily laying off 40 per cent…

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Business, Construction, Economy, Real Estate

February 5, 2025

Toronto home sales expected to rise 12% this year, but board says January saw drop

TORONTO — The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board says it…

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Business, Economy, Lifestyle, Transport, Travel

February 5, 2025

‘We took the hit’: Why some Canadians are cancelling U.S. travel plans

TORONTO — Every year Kathy Rowe and her husband exchange…

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Prince Rahim designated Aga Khan V, the 50th leader of Shia Ismaili Muslims
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February 5, 2025

Prince Rahim designated Aga Khan V, the 50th leader of Shia Ismaili Muslims

Rahim Al-Hussaini was named Wednesday as the new Aga Khan,…

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Ozzy Osbourne and original members of Black Sabbath reunite to headline final show
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February 5, 2025

Ozzy Osbourne and original members of Black Sabbath reunite to headline final show

Ozzy Osbourne has announced his final show — and it…

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Settlement creates $5M US fund for U.S. women's soccer league players abused by coaches, officials
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February 5, 2025

Settlement creates $5M US fund for U.S. women’s soccer league players abused by coaches, officials

The U.S. National Women’s Soccer League will establish a $5-million…

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