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Mark Carney: The Economist Who Took on Trump and Won

  Mark Carney, a former central banker, has emerged as Canada’s prime minister following a dramatic election that reshaped the political landscape. His victory was fueled by a surge of nationalism in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive rhetoric and trade policies. Trump’s threats to annex Canada as the “51st state” and impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods galvanized voters, turning Carney’s Liberal Party from underdogs to champions of Canadian sovereignty. Carney’s campaign centered on defending Canada’s independence and rebuilding its economy to reduce reliance on the United States. His experience as governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England lent credibility to his promises of economic resilience. In his victory speech, Carney declared, “President Trump is trying to break us so that America can own us. That will never, ever happen”. The election results marked a stunning comeback for the Liberals, who were initially projected to lose to the oppositi...

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Myanmar Earthquake: A Nation in Crisis

The devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday has left the nation grappling with an overwhelming humanitarian crisis. As of Sunday, the death toll has risen to approximately 1,700, with over 3,400 injured and 300 still missing. Hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of casualties, and critical infrastructure, including bridges, highways, and airports, has been severely damaged, hindering rescue and relief efforts.

The earthquake, one of the strongest in Myanmar's history, has compounded the challenges faced by a country already in turmoil due to civil war and economic instability. International aid and rescue teams from neighboring countries like India, China, and Thailand, as well as Malaysia, Singapore, and Russia, have begun arriving to assist in relief efforts. However, the scale of destruction and the urgency of stabilizing affected communities before the monsoon season pose significant challenges.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has emphasized the growing humanitarian needs and the importance of restoring transportation routes to facilitate effective rescue operations. With predictions suggesting the death toll could exceed 10,000, Myanmar faces a long and arduous road to recovery.

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