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What to Actually Buy (or Skip) Before the Aug. 19 Tariffs Hit

  Pulished August 15, 2026 Four days out, the "stock up now" advice making the rounds is mostly aimed at exporters, not shoppers. Here's what genuinely moves the needle on your car, wine, and grocery bill — and what's just noise. At 12:01 a.m. ET on Wednesday, a new round of U.S. tariffs is set to hit roughly $20 billion worth of Canadian exports — dairy, alcohol, and vehicles among them — unless Ottawa and Washington reach a deal first. As of this weekend, the signals are genuinely mixed. Canada's chief trade negotiator, Janice Charette, told a government advisory group Friday that there's still "a significant amount of work to do," with talks expected to run through the weekend. At the same time, industry executives following the negotiations told the Washington Post the two sides are inching closer to an arrangement that would pair Canadian concessions on autos, alcohol, and dairy with commitments on energy, defence, and critical minerals — in e...

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Trump Declares 'Golden Age' for America in Inaugural Address

 

In a historic return to the White House, President Donald Trump declared the beginning of a "Golden Age" for the United States during his inaugural address on January 20, 2025. Speaking from the Capitol Rotunda, Trump outlined an ambitious agenda aimed at reversing what he described as the "horrible betrayal" of the previous administration.

Trump's speech was marked by a series of bold promises, including a commitment to end inflation, restore law and order, and reclaim American dominance on the global stage. He also announced the dismissal of several senior officials appointed by his predecessor, Joe Biden, and hinted at further removals to come.

The president's address was a mix of optimism and critique, as he painted a picture of a nation in decline but poised for a resurgence under his leadership. "From this moment on, America’s decline is over," Trump declared, emphasizing his intent to put America first and restore the country's prosperity and respect worldwide.

Trump's return to the presidency has been met with both support and controversy, as he continues to polarize the political landscape. However, his supporters remain hopeful that his promises will lead to a new era of national success.



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