Canadian economist and politician, active in international finance and diplomacy
The Carabao Cup ties see Manchester City and Norwich facing each other after City, the holders, may rest stars. Fleetwood and Liverpool advance to round four, with further ties shaping the fourth-round draw. Everton and Newcastle, Fulham and Palace, and Bournemouth and Villa also progress, setting up a busy slate of matches.
Canada and Britain are pursuing closer European ties as Prime Minister Burnham hosts Canadian PM Carney for talks and a Carabao Cup match in Liverpool. The meeting centers on Europe, defence financing, and NATO cooperation, with a side note on the teams’ Everton fandom.
The UK has announced a ban on imports and services linked to Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and has coordinated measures with several allies. Israel has closed the British consulate in East Jerusalem and imposed retaliatory diplomatic steps. British Jewish leaders are split and ministers are defending the move as necessary to protect the two‑state prospect.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the EU's first "associate member" and said Brussels wants to raise ties beyond the CETA trade deal. Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed the idea; Ottawa is pursuing a bespoke partnership covering trade, defence, AI, critical minerals and Arctic cooperation while remaining clear it will not seek full EU membership.
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening the door for Canada to become the EU’s first “associate member,” promising closer ties on critical minerals, AI, defence and Arctic cooperation. Canadian prime minister Mark Carney attended the State of the Union address and will address the European Parliament on Thursday; details and legal form remain undefined.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is pursuing closer ties with the EU while ruling out rejoining the customs union or single market. Think-tank surveys show public appetite for pragmatic engagement, including a youth mobility scheme, but red lines on sovereignty remain. Unions press for tax thresholds and energy relief ahead of a looming Budget.
Ukrainian forces have carried out overnight strikes targeting Russian energy infrastructure and military targets, with reports of damage to an oil refinery in Yaroslavl and a Rostov airfield. Civilian sites in Kyiv and other cities have been affected, with casualties reported in multiple regions as the conflict continues into the winter.
Britain is exploring membership in a proposed multinational defence bank to fund arms projects as ministers weigh how to meet rising NATO commitments while balancing public finances. The move follows talks with Canada and a push from defence allies to improve financing for rearmament.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has made a brief port call at Laem Chabang, Thailand, allowing about 5,000 sailors and Marines to rest after a record, months-long deployment supporting US operations against Iran. Thai authorities are managing transport, security and restrictions in Pattaya while US officials deny widespread failures in shipboard conditions.
Canada has matched the United States’ 50% tariffs on a broad range of goods, escalating a tense trade war. Ottawa says it will apply counter-tariffs across sectors including steel, dairy, appliances and electronics, while promising support for affected businesses as talks stall. The row centers on autos, housing materials and consumer items, with markets reacting to the broader clash over sovereignty and trade rules.
The United States has imposed 50% tariffs on roughly $20bn of Canadian goods and Canada has announced dollar‑for‑dollar retaliation, naming more than 700 U.S. products for 15%, 25% or 50% duties from Sept. 8. The moves have hit metals, autos, food and household goods and are pushing costs for manufacturers and consumers on both sides of the border.
Alibaba has priced an HK$80 billion share placement, issuing 710 million new Class B shares at HK$112.70 each to non-U.S. investors. The deal values the company at about US$27 billion and will fund expansion of its AI capabilities and infrastructure. The move comes after a 75% profit drop in the June quarter and a sharp rise in capital expenditure.
The US Treasury has announced "Operation Economic Outcast," expanding secondary sanctions and targeting Iran's digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping to sever Tehran's revenue streams. Washington has designated about 60 individuals, companies and vessels worldwide; Iran says it is prepared with contingency plans and vows to pursue both defence and diplomacy.
The Liberal Party has claimed victories in Chicoutimi-Le Fjord, Beaches-East York and North Vancouver-Capilano, signaling a solidifying stance against US tariffs and trade pressure. The performances are strongest in Quebec, where the Liberal candidate has secured a decisive win, while results in Ontario and British Columbia reinforce the party s parliamentary strength.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the Interior Department to change the U.S. federal name for Lake Ontario to "Lake America" and has said the change is effective immediately. The move comes as Washington and Ottawa have imposed 50% tariffs on billions of dollars of each other's goods and Canadian leaders have rejected the renaming.
Investors are reassessing the debasement thesis as a nearly $40 trillion national debt and persistent deficits keep inflation in focus. Gold and bitcoin rally while long-dated yields show resilience; Nvidia results and policy moves remain key watchers.
The United States has imposed 50% tariffs on roughly $20bn of Canadian goods and has threatened 50% duties on vehicles from January 2027. Canada has unveiled dollar‑for‑dollar retaliatory tariffs on C$27.6bn of U.S. imports, taking effect 8 September, and has pledged more than C$7bn in support for affected firms and workers.
A glacial collapse on the Nepal–Tibet border has caused a debris-laden flood that has killed hundreds, left more than 1,500 people missing and swept away villages, roads and bridges. Rescue teams are searching across Rasuwa district and Tibet while authorities are trying to identify bodies and account for hundreds of missing foreign tourists.
Massive floods across Nepal and Tibet have killed dozens and left hundreds missing. Rescue efforts are underway, with thousands of troops deployed and international aid flowing in as authorities warn of continuing danger from dammed lakes and downstream river surges.
The Trump administration has escalated a trade dispute with Canada, unveiling an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America.” Polls show most Americans oppose the change and tariffs, while Canada vows retaliation. The move coincides with broader tariff fights and political pressure ahead of midterm elections.
The United States has imposed 50% tariffs on hundreds of Canadian goods, triggering reciprocal measures from Canada. Negotiations have collapsed, and officials warn the dispute will ripple through economies as both sides prepare further actions.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has unveiled a two-storey billboard reading “Lake Ontario. Now and Always” after US President Trump issued an executive order directing US federal agencies to call the shared body of water “Lake America.” The move follows collapsed trade talks, reciprocal tariffs and a series of inflammatory social posts by Trump.
A wave of higher tariffs has escalated the US-Canada dispute, with Canada retaliating dollar-for-dollar as talks collapse. Canadians are shifting consumer habits, favoring local products, and businesses warn of rising costs. Trump pushes for broader punitive actions as the standoff deepens.
Trump signs an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America in the US; critics say the move echoes past rebrand efforts and ignores bilateral tensions with Canada amid tariffs and a stalled Iran conflict. The change applies to US government materials, with unclear uptake by businesses and states.
Apple has updated Apple Maps to display “Lake America” to U.S. users after President Trump ordered the U.S. geographic names database to rename Lake Ontario. Google had already rolled out the change for U.S. viewers; Canada and many services continue to display Lake Ontario. MapQuest has refused to change and has seen a surge in downloads.
Canada warns that US demands could gradually wound down Canadian industries, while Trump taunts Canada and imposes/tariffs respond to the breakdown of talks. Liberal gains in special elections bolster Canadian sovereignty as negotiations resume uncertainty
Canada rebuffs Donald Trump’s Lake America decree as US-Canada tariffs escalate; Reuters and Al Jazeera report tensions flare with broad economic risks and nationalist sentiment rising in Ottawa.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces widespread criticism in Canada after a social media post mocking a Canadian cadet and instructor. The post has drawn condemnation from Canadian officials, the Army Cadet League of Canada, and political figures amid a thawing but tense US-Canada trade dispute. The Pentagon says the post speaks for itself.
Canada has enacted retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion of U.S. goods after stalled talks with Washington, escalating a months-long trade dispute. Tariffs range from 15% to 50% across products, with broader pressure from Washington including threats of more tariffs and policy actions.
President Donald Trump has threatened to block Canadian manufacturer Bombardier from selling aircraft in the United States as Ottawa and Washington have exchanged tariffs on roughly $20–28 billion of goods. Canada has imposed retaliatory levies of 15–50%, and Bombardier has said it employs thousands in the US and sources components from 47 states.
President Donald Trump has posted a Truth Social map showing North America, Greenland and Iceland labelled and coloured with the US flag. Iceland has summoned the US ambassador and called the image "completely inappropriate"; Denmark and Mexico have publicly criticised the post.
Trump's online memes portray him as all-powerful, yet voters cite economic concerns as the driving factor behind midterm choices. The White House defends meme strategy as energizing base, while critics warn of detached messaging.
Canada and the United States remain locked in a tariff confrontation after reciprocal sanctions on about $20 billion in goods. The US has expanded bans to more Canadian products, while Canada has retaliated with measures of similar scale. Analysts say overall impact will be muted, but small businesses report sharp effects on costs and orders as supply chains tighten.
The U.S. has announced bans on Canadian whey, molasses, non-alcoholic beer and a broad set of spirits, effective Sept. 29, alongside tariff adjustments on other Canadian goods. Canada has retaliatory tariffs affecting roughly $20 billion in U.S. products. The moves mark a steep escalation in the trade dispute between the two allies.
The Bills will stage a dual anthem ceremony with both Canada and U.S. national anthems before their season opener, reflecting ongoing tensions in U.S.-Canada trade. Barenaked Ladies will sing O Canada and Auliʻi Cravalho will perform the Star-Spangled Banner as Buffalo hosts Detroit at Highmark Stadium.
Canada is actively courting private capital to diversify away from the U.S. amid a deepening trade dispute. At the Canada Investment Summit, leaders pitch Canada as a stable, rules-based partner with vast resources, while Washington expands tariffs and countermeasures that threaten interwoven supply chains.
The White House is facing renewed scrutiny over Natalie Harp, Trump’s close aide known as the “human printer,” as reports of her role and gifts surface during the Irish visit. Independent reporting shows Harp’s proximity to the president has sparked internal tensions and renewed questions about media access and internal communications.
Ukraine and Canada have agreed to pursue a “hundred-year partnership” covering defense, critical minerals and energy, with Canada pledging drone production and energy support for Ukraine amid Russia’s war and a looming winter. Zelenskyy has said he will meet with the American team in New York, as talks with Moscow proceed without immediate breakthroughs.
Canada is pitching itself as a stable, rules-based home for global capital as Prime Minister Carney hosts a two-day Canada Investment Summit in Toronto. Investors managing over $120 trillion are in attendance, seeking opportunities in energy, minerals, AI, infrastructure and broader economic resilience amid US tariff tensions.
The EU is advancing a plan to shield children from social media harms, with von der Leyen set to unveil the “EU Kids Act.” The package aims to make platforms safer for youngsters and considers age limits, while delegations discuss the broader digital and defense agendas ahead of the Strasbourg speech.
The EU will propose a new law to shield children from social media harms, while Ursula von der Leyen is due to outline a possible age limit for minors. Canada’s Carney will address the European Parliament as Brussels pushes for safer platforms and closer Canada–EU ties.