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🇨🇦🇺🇸 Trade War Escalates: Canada officially fires back at the U.S. with 15% to 50% counter-tariffs matching billions in import goods.

Canada has officially announced a dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariff response ranging from 15% to 50% on approximately C$27.6 billion ($19.9 billion USD) worth of U.S. goods.

The counter-tariffs are scheduled to take effect on September 8, 2026.

This follows the collapse of last-minute trade negotiations and the Trump administration's implementation of 50% tariffs on C$27.6 billion worth of Canadian exports.
Over 700 American products are affected. Rates are split across a sliding scale:
50% Tariffs: Doubling existing levies on U.S. steel and aluminum.
25% Tariffs: Hitting items like dairy (such as cheese), household appliances, and select agricultural equipment.
15% Tariffs: Covering various electronics, tools, and consumer goods.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government simultaneously unveiled a C$7.5 billion ($5.4 billion USD) support package aimed at helping Canadian businesses, industries, and workers weather the financial impact.

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🚢 Hormuz Crisis: Diplomatic talks intensify as Iran remains defiant under heavy secondary sanctions affecting the Strait of Hormuz corridors.

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A devastating hospital nursery fire in Pakistan leaves 14 newborns dead, sparking an immediate federal inquiry.

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Legendary music icon Dolly Parton has passed away at the age of 80, leaving a legacy of staggering global generosity.

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Cupsets, screamers, and pure under-the-lights drama, Carabao Cup night is here! Who are you backing to go all the way tonight? 👇

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The road to Wembley continues tonight. Grab your snacks, settle in, and let the chaos begin! 🍿⚽

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Nothing beats mid-week cup football. Drop your score predictions below! 🏟️🔥

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemns RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s upcoming NYC appearance as "exclusionary" while conceding that municipal authority cannot block the private gathering.

On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed a controversial upcoming event scheduled for August 29, 2026, at Madison Square Garden. The "Universal Oneness Celebration" is set to feature Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Indian right-wing Hindu nationalist organization Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

Speaking as NYC's first Indian-American and Muslim mayor, Mamdani strongly criticized the RSS, stating that the rise of its "exclusionary vision" is deeply troubling and runs contrary to the pluralistic, secular India he respects.

Despite severe pressure from civil rights and interfaith coalitions demanding the event be blocked, Mamdani clarified that his administration will not intervene because the city lacks the legal jurisdiction to cancel a privately organized, commercial gathering.

The event is part of a multi-nation global outreach tour celebrating the centenary year of the RSS. While critics slam the event, organizers and supporters maintain it promotes universal family values, and the venue falls under private enterprise rules rather than public municipal mandates.

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Sharjah Ruler decrees broad structural updates for the Sharjah International Airport Authority.

According to reports from Gulf Today and the official Emirates News Agency (WAM), the Ruler of Sharjah formally enacted an Emiri Decree on August 26, 2026, confirming the newly updated general organizational design for the Sharjah International Airport Authority.

This strategic shift authorizes the Sharjah Executive Council to handle subsequent structural details.

The Council will establish specific job descriptions, allocate departmental duties, and oversee the fusion or elimination of any operational units.

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Shohei Ohtani's Return to Pitching Looming: How Will the Dodgers Handle His Workload?

After being sidelined from pitching since July 3, 2026, due to lingering soreness and inflammation in his left knee, Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is in the final stages of his throwing progression.

On August 22, 2026, Ohtani threw 30 pitches across six simulated plate appearances against live batters.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that Ohtani could make his official return to the mound as early as the upcoming weekend or next week, with a potential starting slot during the series against the Detroit Tigers.

To protect his health ahead of the postseason, the Dodgers plan to initially manage his return with an incremental, slow buildup limited to one, two, or three innings per appearance. Meanwhile, Ohtani has continued to play daily as the team's designated hitter.

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Unprofessional Behavior” — Merrill Kelly Calls Out Cubs Bench Over Tipped Pitches.

During a game on August 24, 2026, Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Merrill Kelly and his dugout engaged in a heated verbal exchange with the Chicago Cubs. Kelly accused Cubs third-base coach Quintin Berry of stealing and relaying pitch signs to Chicago's hitters, particularly targeting his changeup. While Kelly noted that sign-stealing among players inside the lines is an accepted part of baseball tradition, he criticized a base coach doing it from outside the lines as "bush league" and "bulls—t".

The Cubs ultimately won the matchup in a 7-0 shutout. Following the incident, Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo sought clarification from Major League Baseball's office. The league confirmed that base coaches are entirely permitted to relay signs as long as they remain inside the coaching box. Lovullo later contacted Cubs manager Craig Counsell to apologize, admitting that the Diamondbacks were mistaken about the regulations and that the issue was actually Kelly tipping his pitches.

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@DiscussingFilm @Cinemark @RegalMovies Wow, these look incredible! 🔥 Which one are you guys grabbing first, the helmet or the gauntlet?

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@FabrizioRomano Absolute class signing! 🤍 Marmoush is going to thrive in London with regular first-team football. Huge boost for our attack!

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@FabrizioRomano Would love to see him in a Barça shirt! Hopefully things heat up soon.

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Wow, the color grading looks so much more vibrant now! It honestly never stood out to me how grey the original 2019 cut was until seeing them side-by-side. This visual upgrade alone makes me want to experience the whole movie in the theater again! Is anyone else planning to grab tickets for the re-release? 🍿✨

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@Japan_lol_w Not weird at all! Your time is valuable, and they essentially trapped you there. Did they actually pay up?

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@hiro07244872 Wow, the energy here is absolutely amazing! 🔥 Summer festivals really bring out the best spirits.

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Wow, that's a surprising score considering the early buzz! Scott's filmography is full of massive peaks and valleys, but even his lower-rated movies usually have incredible visuals and world-building. What do you think, is this just a harsh critical reception, or a genuine misfire? Let's talk about it! 👇

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@FabrizioRomano Interesting move. He’s versatile enough to link play and run the channels. Great target.

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@David_Ornstein @TheAthleticFC This is an ideal move for his career. He has far too much talent to be sitting on the bench at City behind Haaland. Excited to see what he can achieve with regular minutes under De Zerbi!