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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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Boeing Starliner capsule returns to Earth, leaving its 2 astronauts behind for months | CBC News
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September 7, 2024

Boeing Starliner capsule returns to Earth, leaving its 2 astronauts behind for months | CBC News

After months of turmoil over its safety, Boeing’s new astronaut…

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Toronto man accused of plotting terror attack at Jewish centre in New York City: authorities | CBC News
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September 7, 2024

Toronto man accused of plotting terror attack at Jewish centre in New York City: authorities | CBC News

A Toronto-area man is facing terror charges in both Canada…

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B.C. man downplays hero label after pulling unconscious driver from burning car | CBC News
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September 7, 2024

B.C. man downplays hero label after pulling unconscious driver from burning car | CBC News

A 20-year-old man was pulled from a burning car and…

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Marineland owner Marie Holer dies — unclear who will now lead controversial park | CBC News
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September 6, 2024

Marineland owner Marie Holer dies — unclear who will now lead controversial park | CBC News

Marineland’s owner, Marie Holer, has died. But the southern Ontario…

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Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick remembered as 'a force of strength' as tributes pour in | CBC News
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September 6, 2024

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Grand Chief Cathy Merrick remembered as ‘a force of strength’ as tributes pour in | CBC News

Cathy Merrick, the first woman to become grand chief of…

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Toronto man charged with threatening Justin Trudeau, Chrystia Freeland on TikTok | CBC News
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September 6, 2024

Toronto man charged with threatening Justin Trudeau, Chrystia Freeland on TikTok | CBC News

A Toronto man has been charged with threatening Prime Minister…

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Low literacy rates in Canada prompt reading curriculum changes | CBC Radio
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September 6, 2024

Low literacy rates in Canada prompt reading curriculum changes | CBC Radio

Several provinces are rethinking how they teach kids to read,…

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Kids are getting lost boarding the wrong school bus home. Parents want answers | CBC News
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September 6, 2024

Kids are getting lost boarding the wrong school bus home. Parents want answers | CBC News

CBC News spoke with multiple parents who said their children…

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Girl, 14, charged with attempted murder after allegedly setting classmate on fire at Sask. high school | CBC News
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September 6, 2024

Girl, 14, charged with attempted murder after allegedly setting classmate on fire at Sask. high school | CBC News

The 14-year-old girl accused of seriously injuring a 15-year-old classmate…

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