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Trade tensions between Canada and the United States are set to intensify as Canada prepares to impose retaliatory tariffs on a range of American goods. The move comes after President Donald Trump announced a new 50 percent tariff on Canadian imports, triggering a strong response from Ottawa and raising concerns about the future of trade between the two countries. Canadian officials said the counter-measures are intended to defend national economic interests and respond to what they view as an unfair increase in trade barriers. The tariffs will affect several sectors and are expected to take effect in the coming days,…

President Donald Trump has triggered fresh debate after sharing an image that appeared to suggest a new name for the state of New Mexico. The image showed the shape of New Mexico with the word “Mexico” crossed out. In its place was the word “America.” The post was shared on social media and later reposted by the White House. No statement was released to explain the image or its purpose. The post quickly gained national attention. It also raised questions about whether the administration planned to push for an official name change. However, no proposal has been announced, and federal…

Following the signing of a contract with an independent Swiss insurance intermediary (broker) authorised by FINMA and with 25 years of market experience, MyGenny is commencing official operations. The platform does not merely analyse existing policies or compare standard offers: it presents coverage components transparently and explains them, compares them and develops individual solutions from them, and digitally manages existing policies throughout the entire contract lifecycle. Baar, 7 September 2026 – MyGenny is officially launching on the Swiss market. With the signing of a contract with an independent Swiss insurance intermediary (broker) authorised by FINMA and with 25 years of…

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” continued its extraordinary run at the box office by holding the top position in North America for a sixth straight weekend. The superhero blockbuster once again outperformed all competitors, showing strong audience demand and cementing its place among the most successful films in cinema history. The latest Spider-Man adventure earned an estimated $18 million during the traditional three-day weekend and is expected to bring in about $23.3 million through the Labor Day holiday. The performance marks one of the longest stays at the top of the box office in recent years. The film’s six-week reign is…

United States envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Sunday, marking their first visit to the Ukrainian capital since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022. The meeting signaled a new phase in diplomatic efforts aimed at finding a path toward ending the war. The visit came one day after the two American representatives met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Their back-to-back meetings with leaders from both sides of the conflict highlighted Washington’s continued effort to encourage dialogue and explore possible options for peace. Zelenskyy welcomed the delegation and…

The Trump administration has renewed its effort to secure Supreme Court approval for new mail ballot restrictions ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The move comes as election officials across the United States begin sending ballots to voters, increasing pressure for a timely court decision. The administration filed its latest appeal on Sunday after a federal judge extended an order that blocks the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing parts of an executive order tied to mail voting procedures. The ongoing legal battle has become one of the most closely watched election disputes of the year. Officials supporting the appeal argue…

A deadly plane accident at Miami International Airport claimed at least five lives on Sunday after a cargo aircraft went beyond a runway and crashed near a busy roadway. The incident also left five people injured and caused major disruption at one of the nation’s busiest airports. Emergency crews responded within minutes after reports of a cargo plane leaving the runway and crashing into an area near several vehicles. Thick smoke and flames quickly spread from the aircraft, creating a large emergency scene that required a major rescue effort. Officials said the aircraft was operating a cargo flight connected to…

A major energy agreement between the United States and Venezuela is drawing renewed attention after reports revealed that a businessman at the center of the deal was previously investigated in connection with international money-laundering allegations. Alejandro Betancourt, a Venezuelan billionaire and energy executive, has emerged as a key figure in a landmark oil arrangement announced by U.S. officials last week. The agreement grants the United States long-term access to a significant share of Venezuela’s crude oil reserves while creating a new framework for energy cooperation between the two countries. The deal represents a dramatic shift for Betancourt, who had previously…

Fresh diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine moved forward on Saturday as Russian President Vladimir Putin met with senior United States envoys at the Kremlin for several hours of discussions focused on the ongoing conflict and possible paths toward peace. The meeting brought together Putin, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, a senior adviser and son-in-law of President Donald Trump. The talks lasted more than three hours behind closed doors and marked one of the most significant diplomatic contacts between Moscow and Washington in recent months. No major agreements or breakthroughs were announced after the discussions. However,…

A major Republican gathering in Dallas is drawing attention as party leaders prepare for a new event aimed at boosting voter enthusiasm before the November elections. The Republican Midterm Convention will bring together top party figures, candidates, donors, and supporters for two days of speeches and political activities. The event is set for Sept. 9 and 10 and has been promoted as a way to energize Republicans ahead of important races across the country. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are expected to headline the convention, with Vance speaking on the opening night and Trump delivering the closing…