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Carney Says Trump Aims to ‘Destroy’ Canada’s Auto Industry, Sets Talk Terms

Canadian PM Mark Carney accused Trump of trying to destroy Canada's auto industry and set conditions for resuming trade talks after negotiations broke down

US Removes Syria From Terrorism Sponsor List, Clearing Investment Path

The US has removed Syria from its state sponsors of terrorism list, ending a 1979 designation and lifting a major obstacle to foreign investment.

US Tightens Iran Sanctions as Tehran Families Cut Food and Medicine

US sanctions and a naval blockade are squeezing Iran's economy as JD Vance defends the pressure campaign nearly six months into the war.

Bessent Says U.S. Will Avoid Large-Scale Iran Combat, Urges China to Join Sanctions

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday the U.S. will rely on economic pressure over large-scale combat against Iran and urged China to join the san

Trump Declares ‘Economic Warfare’ on Iran, Warns Nations Aiding Tehran

President Trump announced expanded economic measures against Iran on Wednesday, warning that any country aiding Tehran will face consequences.

Dulles Airport Board Approves $19.9 Billion Overhaul, Terminal Rebuild in 2027

The board overseeing Washington Dulles International Airport approved a $19.9 billion modernization plan, with a $6.2 billion terminal rebuild starting in

Iran Claims Control of Strait of Hormuz as Oil Risks $120 a Barrel

Iran declares full control of the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting US claims, as a diplomatic deadlock threatens to push oil prices toward $120 a barrel.

Strait of Hormuz Ship Traffic Plunges 90% as US-Iran Talks Stall

Only eight vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, a 90% drop from pre-war levels, as US-Iran peace talks stall and Trump claims US control.

Social Security COLA Could Reach 3.6% in 2027, Boosting Retiree Checks

A new estimate projects Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could reach 3.6% in 2027, a larger raise than the 2.8% increase set for next year.

Trump Pivots to Sanctions and Naval Blockade in Prolonged Iran Standoff Over Hormuz

The US is pivoting from military strikes to sanctions and a naval blockade against Iran as oil prices stabilise and the Strait of Hormuz crisis drags on.

ICE Defends Body-Camera Policy Allowing Selective Release of Footage

ICE has defended a policy allowing it to release body-camera footage only in its "best interests," as it moves to equip all field officers by end of August

US and Iran Offer Conflicting Accounts of Talks as Cargo Ship Struck in Strait of Hormuz

Washington and Tehran gave conflicting accounts of negotiations to end their war as a cargo ship reported being hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz

Zelensky Dismisses Ukraine’s Ambassador to United States Amid Broader Government Shake-Up

President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Ukraine's ambassador to the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, amid a broader shake-up of senior government posts

ABC News Accuses FCC of Intimidation Campaign to Influence Coverage

ABC News says the FCC is running an intimidation campaign to shape its editorial coverage, escalating tensions between the broadcaster and federal regulato

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