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Channel Tunnel Chaos Enters Day Two as Power Fault Drags On

The disruption, caused by a fault in the system's overhead power supply, on Tuesday upended plans for thousands of passengers in London, Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. Rail passengers travelling between the UK and mainland Europe are enduring a second day of major disruption after a power failure shut down the Channel Tunnel, halting both Eurostar and LeShuttle services. The fault, linked to the overhead power supply, brought traffic to a standstill and left thousands of travellers stranded on both sides of the Channel. Although some services have begun to move again, operators warn that delays and cancellations will continue while engineers work to stabilise the system. Eurostar has urged passengers to avoid travelling unless essential, as many trains remain suspended or heavily delayed. LeShuttle customers are also facing long queues, with significant backlogs reported at both Folkestone and Calais. The timing has added to the frustration, hitting one of the busiest travel per...

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Cross-Border Tax Shake-Up: What It Means for Canadian Investors

A proposed Republican tax change in the United States could significantly impact Canadians who hold U.S.-listed securities. This measure, introduced as a response to what the U.S. perceives as "discriminatory taxes" by foreign nations, including Canada's digital services tax, aims to increase the tax burden on foreign investors. If passed, Canadian investors may face a sudden spike in the taxes owed on their U.S. investments, potentially altering the financial landscape for cross-border portfolios. 

This development underscores the interconnected nature of global financial policies and the importance of staying informed about international tax changes. For Canadian investors, it might be time to reassess strategies and consult financial advisors to navigate these potential shifts.

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