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Global Cities Tighten Security for Hanukkah After Sydney Attack

In the wake of the deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, cities across the world are stepping up security measures to protect Jewish communities during the holiday. The attack, described by Australian officials as an act of antisemitic terrorism, left multiple people dead and dozens wounded, sending shockwaves through Jewish communities worldwide. Authorities in New York, Los Angeles, London, Berlin, Dublin, and Warsaw have announced increased police presence at synagogues, menorah lightings, and public Hanukkah events. In New York City, the NYPD confirmed that while there is no direct threat locally, additional officers are being deployed “out of an abundance of caution.” London police similarly pledged heightened patrols, while Berlin intensified security around the Brandenburg Gate, where a large menorah lighting ceremony was held. In Ireland, Gardaí have increased patrols at Jewish community centers and events, with senior officials meeting religio...

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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 opposition Conservatives. Carney’s leadership and his ability to rally Canadians against external threats proved decisive in securing his mandate. 

Carney’s win is not just a political triumph; it’s a statement of Canada’s resolve to stand firm against external pressures and chart its own path forward. His tenure promises to be defined by efforts to strengthen Canada’s economy and assert its sovereignty on the global stage. 

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