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A major defence contract is set to favour U.S. supplier, despite Carney's promise to diversify
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 8, 2025
The federal government is set to proceed with awarding a major defence contract despite industry concerns that its requirements are written in a way that all but assures a single American company is eligible. A tender for night-vision binoculars —...
Malaysia calls U.S. 25 pct tariff disruptive to business, supply chains
Xinhua News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Xinhua) -- The imposition of a tariff rate of 25 percent on Malaysian exports to the United States is potentially disruptive to business operations, supply chains, and investment flows that benefit both countries, Malaysia's...
As U.S. abruptly ends support, Liberia faces empty health clinics and unplanned pregnancies
NBC News
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July 8, 2025
SARWORLOR, Liberia — Five months ago, Roseline Phay, a 32-year-old farmer from the West African nation of Liberia, set off on a quest to find contraceptives. Phay and her partner have two daughters, and they barely make ends meet. Determined not...
Texas horrific floods raise serious questions about U.S. governance
CGTN
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A Camp Mystic sign is seen near the entrance to the establishment along the banks of the Guadalupe River after a flash flood swept through the area in Texas, July 5, 2025. /AP A Camp Mystic sign is seen near the entrance to the establishment along...
Passage of U.S. Tax-cut Bill: Concerns Grow over Fiscal Deterioration, Divisions in Society
The Japan News
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July 8, 2025
Editorial 15:16 JST, July 8, 2025 The fiscal condition continues to deteriorate, and divisions in society are further deepening. This major tax-cut policy will inevitably cause concern about the future of the United States. The tax-cut and...
Congressman Tom Barrett discusses 'One Big Beautiful Bill' impact on U.S. economy
Capitol News - Michigan
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July 7, 2025
Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/ Congressman Tom Barrett has recently...
Epstein 'client list' doesn't exist says U.S. Justice Dept, walking back theory Attorney General Bondi promoted
The Hindu
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July 8, 2025
Jeffrey Epstein did not maintain a “client list,” the U.S. Justice Department acknowledged Monday (July 7, 2025) as it said no more files related to the wealthy financier's sex trafficking investigation would be made public despite promises from...
Investing Basics: Stocks, Bonds, and Building Wealth
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
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July 8, 2025
Investing 101: What You Need to Know to Start Growing Wealth Think investing is only for the wealthy or financially savvy? Think again. From stocks and bonds to ETFs and automation, this guide breaks down everything you need to start investing...
Investors snap up growing share of US homes as traditional buyers struggle to afford one
Associated Press
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July 8, 2025
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Real estate investors are snapping up a bigger share of U.S. homes on the market as rising prices and stubbornly high borrowing costs freeze out many other would-be homebuyers. Nearly 27% of all homes sold in the first three...
American Kids Have Become Increasingly Unhealthy Over Two Decades, Study Finds
The Post-Journal - New York
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Children run on the lawn at the Liberty Memorial in Kansas City, Mo., on April 28, 2020. AP photo The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases and mental health...
Finance troubles harming farmers
The Pine Bluff Commercial - Arkansas
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July 8, 2025
Interested in getting The Pine Bluff Commercial's Newsletter delivered to your inbox every morning? Farm bankruptcy filings are rising in 2025, a sign that agriculture is facing the same high financial pressures it saw pre-pandemic, said Ryan Loy,...
American Critical Minerals Highlights Recent Positive Developments in Close Proximity to its Green River Potash and Lithium Project, Reinforcing the Potential of the Project
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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Intrepid Potash continues to Increase Potash Production as Potash Prices Continue to Rise Anson Resources Builds on Successful Lithium Pilot at Green River with Commencement of Resource Conversion; 44% increase in LCE Grades and MOU with POSCO...
Japanese agency's affirmation of top U.S. credit rating helps Hong Kong funds
Japan Times
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July 8, 2025
For Hong Kong’s pension fund managers fretting over the risk of forced divestments of U.S. Treasurys, Japan’s Rating and Investment Information has some words of reassurance. The rating company, called R&I for short, reaffirmed that it will stick...
Local golfers say U.S. Senior Open inspired them to book tee times
KOAA News 5 - Colorado
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July 8, 2025
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Local golfers in Colorado Springs are finding inspiration on the course following the recent U.S. Senior Open Championship, with many citing the professional tournament as motivation to improve their own game....
U.S. Court Brings Coin Center’s Tornado Cash Appeal To A Close
Bitcoin Magazine - Tennessee
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July 7, 2025
On July 3, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit agreed to end an appeal that crypto advocacy group Coin Center made to OFAC regarding the Ethereum-based mixing service Tornado Cash. This decision by the court occurred...
Korean economy in doldrums amid weak domestic demand, U.S. tariff uncertainty: KDI
Korea JoungAng Daily
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July 8, 2025
Published: 08 Jul. 2025, 13:43 U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington on April 2. [REUTERS/YONHAP] The Korean economy remains subdued amid weak domestic demand and worsening...
What Robbie Cowling told Danny Cowley that gave the U's boss 'great confidence'
Gazette & Essex County Standard
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Cowley will be working with a reduced playing budget this summer after Lightwell Sports Group’s consortium led by Tim Foley failed to reach an agreement with owner and chairman Robbie Cowling, in their attempts to buy the football club. Mr Cowling...
Kospi opens higher despite U.S. tariff notification, Samsung's weak earnings
Korea JoungAng Daily
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July 8, 2025
Published: 08 Jul. 2025, 11:13 A screen in Hana Bank's trading room in central Seoul shows the Kospi opening on July 8. [YONHAP] Seoul shares opened nearly 1 percent higher Tuesday despite U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose 25...
TikTok to debut a U.S.-locked app as Trump says sale is “pretty much” done
Tubefilter
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July 7, 2025
TikTok isn’t just getting a new owner–it’s getting a whole new app. After receiving a third stay of ban from the Trump administration, TikTok appears to be on the verge of clinching a deal with a group of non-Chinese investors that includes...
S. Korean economy in doldrums amid weak domestic demand, U.S. tariff uncertainty: KDI
Yonhap News Agency
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July 8, 2025
SEOUL, July 8 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean economy remains subdued amid weak domestic demand and worsening external uncertainties stemming from the United States' aggressive tariff policy, among other factors, a state-run think tank said Tuesday....