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Global and national affairs reporter with the Toronto Star.
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Why U.S. peace talks with Putin are sparking panic in Europe (and why that may leave Canada to face Donald Trump alone) www.thestar.com/news/world/w...
Why U.S. peace talks with Putin are sparking panic in Europe (and why that may leave Canada to face Donald Trump alone)
This rapid turn of events has shaken the major European NATO members to the core — which poses a risk to Canada.
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February 18, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Why U.S. peace talks with Putin are sparking panic in Europe (and why that may leave Canada to face Donald Trump alone) www.thestar.com/news/world/w...
Who would come to the Canada's aid if it were invaded, annexed or otherwise seized by its ally-cum-adversary, the United States of America? It’s a geopolitical thought experiment to chill the country's northern blood.
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February 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Who would come to the Canada's aid if it were invaded, annexed or otherwise seized by its ally-cum-adversary, the United States of America? It’s a geopolitical thought experiment to chill the country's northern blood.
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The last time that Donald Trump introduced tariffs on steel imports, American whiskey makers stumbled.
His plan to once again impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum coming into the US could be spirit-crushing for the drinks industry—figuratively and literally www.thestar.com/news/world/d...
His plan to once again impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum coming into the US could be spirit-crushing for the drinks industry—figuratively and literally www.thestar.com/news/world/d...
‘Devastating to my state’: Why Trump’s newest tariff threats promise catastrophe for Kentucky bourbon
Canada is the No. 2 export market for U.S. distillers, after the European Union.
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February 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The last time that Donald Trump introduced tariffs on steel imports, American whiskey makers stumbled.
His plan to once again impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum coming into the US could be spirit-crushing for the drinks industry—figuratively and literally www.thestar.com/news/world/d...
His plan to once again impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum coming into the US could be spirit-crushing for the drinks industry—figuratively and literally www.thestar.com/news/world/d...
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In the 2nd Trump administration, will China get tired of so much winning? www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
February 5, 2025 at 10:05 PM
In the 2nd Trump administration, will China get tired of so much winning? www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
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#Developing: Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Mexico
Donald Trump delays tariffs on Mexico for one month and complains about Canada
Trump added more reasons for the tariffs, complaining on social media that American banks can’t “open” or do business in Canada.
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February 3, 2025 at 4:22 PM
#Developing: Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Mexico
Who in the world will stand up to Donald Trump? www.thestar.com/news/world/w...
Who in the world will stand up to Donald Trump?
The U.S. president has set his country on a collision course with allies and enemies alike, seemingly confident that he can bulldoze his way to victory, leaving in his wake
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February 1, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Who in the world will stand up to Donald Trump? www.thestar.com/news/world/w...
The prospect of Donald Trump's America expanding northward is a reminder of the historical threats of a U.S. invasion Canada has faced and the troubled march toward closer economic integration.
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Donald Trump’s threats are just the latest wrinkle in Canada-U.S. ties
The prospect of America expanding northward is also a reminder of the historical threats of American invasion Canada has faced and the efforts toward closer economic integration.
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January 29, 2025 at 10:14 AM
The prospect of Donald Trump's America expanding northward is a reminder of the historical threats of a U.S. invasion Canada has faced and the troubled march toward closer economic integration.
www.thestar.com/news/world/a...
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Every strongman leader needs a military that is willing to fall into line, salute and follow orders. Donald Trump is no different as he takes aim at DEI policies, "woke" generals and laws meant to keep his presidential powers in check www.thestar.com/news/world/u...
Donald Trump takes aim at DEI policies as he fires U.S. military leaders — and flouts the law
President Donald Trump has already taken steps to remake the U.S. military in his own political image.
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January 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Every strongman leader needs a military that is willing to fall into line, salute and follow orders. Donald Trump is no different as he takes aim at DEI policies, "woke" generals and laws meant to keep his presidential powers in check www.thestar.com/news/world/u...
Elon Musk casts X as a platform for “citizen journalism.” Europe fears the hidden algorithmic powers of Musk’s self-styled press and what limits, if any, there should be on the free-speaking tech baron
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January 18, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Elon Musk casts X as a platform for “citizen journalism.” Europe fears the hidden algorithmic powers of Musk’s self-styled press and what limits, if any, there should be on the free-speaking tech baron
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Canada should “cut off the flow of critical minerals” to the U.S. to exact a painful toll in response to Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, says New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh.
Jagmeet Singh calls for aggressive response to Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs
Canada should “cut off the flow of critical minerals” to the U.S. in response to Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, says NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh.
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January 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Canada should “cut off the flow of critical minerals” to the U.S. to exact a painful toll in response to Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, says New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh.
The California wildfires raging and ripping through Los Angeles are catastrophic.
But they’re presenting Canada with a chance to do what Canada has always done when its southerly neighbour is in need — as well as a chance to send America a pointed political message www.thestar.com/news/analysi...
But they’re presenting Canada with a chance to do what Canada has always done when its southerly neighbour is in need — as well as a chance to send America a pointed political message www.thestar.com/news/analysi...
Justin Trudeau’s neighbourly response to help battle Los Angeles fires sends a pointed message to Donald Trump
The Los Angeles wildfires have presented Canada with an opportunity to do what the nation has always done when its southerly neighbour is in need.
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January 12, 2025 at 8:33 PM
The California wildfires raging and ripping through Los Angeles are catastrophic.
But they’re presenting Canada with a chance to do what Canada has always done when its southerly neighbour is in need — as well as a chance to send America a pointed political message www.thestar.com/news/analysi...
But they’re presenting Canada with a chance to do what Canada has always done when its southerly neighbour is in need — as well as a chance to send America a pointed political message www.thestar.com/news/analysi...