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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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Ontario Braces for Freezing Rain: Power Outages and Travel Disruptions Expected

A freezing rain warning has been issued for much of Ontario, including Toronto, as a potent storm is set to hit the region this weekend. Environment Canada predicts the storm will bring varying precipitation, including rain, snow, and freezing rain, depending on temperatures. Ice accumulation of up to 10 millimeters is expected in Toronto, while areas like Parry Sound and Kingston could see upwards of 25 millimeters.

The freezing rain is anticipated to begin Friday evening and persist through Sunday morning. Higher terrain areas may experience prolonged freezing rain due to cooler temperatures. The storm poses risks such as power outages, slippery roads, and broken tree branches. Residents are advised to prepare for potential disruptions and avoid non-essential travel.



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