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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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North Korea's Military Alliance with Russia: A New Chapter in Global Dynamics

In a historic move, North Korea has confirmed the deployment of troops to Russia to support its war efforts in Ukraine. This marks the first time Pyongyang has openly acknowledged its military involvement in the conflict. Under the directive of leader Kim Jong Un, North Korean forces played a pivotal role in aiding Russia to reclaim the Kursk region, a territory previously occupied by Ukrainian forces.

The North Korean state media described the operation as a testament to the "firm militant friendship" between the two nations. The deployment was carried out under a strategic partnership treaty signed between Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin last year. This alliance has not only strengthened military ties but also brought the two politically isolated nations closer.

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his gratitude, hailing the North Korean troops as "heroes" who fought alongside their Russian counterparts. Meanwhile, the international community has raised concerns over the implications of this alliance, with some nations condemning the move as a provocation to global security.

This development underscores the shifting alliances and complexities in the ongoing conflict, adding a new layer of geopolitical tension.

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