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Wall Street Futures Climb as TSMC’s Record Earnings Outshine Trade Tensions

U.S. stock futures edged higher on Thursday, lifted by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) blockbuster third-quarter results, which reassured investors amid renewed U.S.-China trade frictions. TSMC, the world’s largest contract chipmaker, reported revenue of $33.1 billion , up more than 30% year-over-year , with profits surging nearly 39% thanks to booming demand for artificial intelligence chips. The company also raised its full-year outlook, signaling confidence that AI-driven growth will continue to fuel the semiconductor sector. The upbeat earnings rippled across Wall Street: Nasdaq 100 futures rose about 0.6% , buoyed by gains in AI-linked stocks like Nvidia. S&P 500 futures advanced roughly 0.5% , while Dow Jones Industrial Average futures added 0.3% , despite its smaller tech weighting. These gains came even as escalating U.S.-China trade tensions injected fresh uncertainty into global markets. Washington and Beijing have recently exchanged new t...
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Western Discontent Rises Following Liberal Election Victory

In the wake of the recent Liberal election victory, political tensions in Western Canada have intensified. Many Albertans and Saskatchewanians feel increasingly alienated from Ottawa, citing concerns over federal policies that they believe undermine their economic interests. 

Premier Danielle Smith has been vocal about the need for a "reset" in relations between Alberta and the federal government. She has called on Prime Minister Mark Carney to address key issues, including energy development and emissions regulations, warning that failure to do so could lead to a national unity crisis. 

The sentiment of Western alienation is not new, but recent political developments have reignited discussions about secession. Some groups are advocating for a referendum on Western independence, arguing that the region contributes more to Canada’s economy than it receives in return. 

As the new government settles in, the challenge will be to bridge the growing divide between Ottawa and the West. Whether Carney can successfully engage Western leaders and address their concerns remains to be seen, but the stakes for national unity have never been higher.

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