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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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Is the stock market in an AI bubble?
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January 11, 2025

Is the stock market in an AI bubble?

Stock markets surged again this week, reaching new all-time highs….

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Norovirus outbreaks are surging — here’s what you need to know
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January 11, 2025

Norovirus outbreaks are surging — here’s what you need to know

Norovirus outbreaks have been surging in several provinces and the…

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Vancouver strip club marquee cited as hate speech on X
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January 11, 2025

Vancouver strip club marquee cited as hate speech on X

Known for its cheeky marquee signs, The Penthouse’s latest quip…

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Trump says U.S. doesn't need Canadian cars, lumber or dairy. Consumers may not agree
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January 11, 2025

Trump says U.S. doesn’t need Canadian cars, lumber or dairy. Consumers may not agree

Earlier this week, U.S. president-elect Donald Trump said his country…

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Christy Clark says she would scrap the carbon tax — if she runs for, and wins, the Liberal leadership
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January 10, 2025

Christy Clark says she would scrap the carbon tax — if she runs for, and wins, the Liberal leadership

Former B.C. premier Christy Clark — who is considering running…

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Residents want answers after fuel leak shuts down a Tim Hortons in New Brunswick
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January 10, 2025

Residents want answers after fuel leak shuts down a Tim Hortons in New Brunswick

Five large pump trucks idle loudly in an otherwise empty…

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Unlike overmatched Japan, Czechs present stiffer challenge to Canada at U18 women's hockey worlds
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January 10, 2025

Unlike overmatched Japan, Czechs present stiffer challenge to Canada at U18 women’s hockey worlds

Canada destroyed Japan 17-0 in the final game of the…

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Two Coutts protesters face jail for part in 2022 blockade
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January 10, 2025

Two Coutts protesters face jail for part in 2022 blockade

Two men who became the faces of a COVID-19 protest…

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WWE co-founder reaches deal with U.S. securities regulator over undisclosed payments to women
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January 10, 2025

WWE co-founder reaches deal with U.S. securities regulator over undisclosed payments to women

The Securities and Exchange Commission says that it has settled…

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