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Sept 15 Tariff Shift: What's Actually Changing on Canadian Goods (And What Isn't)

  Published September 12, 2026 At 12:01 a.m. ET on Tuesday, September 15, a new round of U.S. tariff changes takes effect on Canadian goods. If you've seen headlines calling this a "new 50% tariff on Canadian steel, aluminum and paper," here's the more accurate story: it isn't a new tariff at all. It's the U.S. reshuffling which products fall under a 50% tariff that's already been in place since August 22 — adding some categories, removing others, on the same day. Here's what's actually happening, and why it matters more to Canadian manufacturers and cross-border shoppers than to your everyday grocery bill. The tariff this modifies Back on August 22, 2026, the U.S. imposed a 50% tariff under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 on roughly $20 billion CAD of Canadian goods. The White House framed it as retaliation for Canadian "discrimination" against U.S. alcoholic beverages, dairy, and motor vehicles — three separate proclamations, eac...
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The Pandemic's Hidden Weight: How COVID-19 Fueled a Global Rise in Obesity


During the COVID-19 pandemic, much of the world's attention was focused on infection rates, vaccination drives, and hospital capacities. But in the background, another health crisis was quietly growing—obesity.

A recent study has revealed that global obesity rates surged following the onset of the pandemic. The reasons are multifaceted: lockdowns and stay-at-home orders drastically reduced physical activity, while stress and anxiety drove many toward comfort eating and sedentary lifestyles. With gyms closed and routines disrupted, healthy habits fell by the wayside for many people.

Children and adolescents were especially affected, as virtual schooling limited opportunities for movement and social interaction. Low-income communities experienced sharper rises due to limited access to nutritious foods and safe outdoor spaces.

Experts warn that these trends could have long-term consequences, including higher rates of diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses. Public health officials are now exploring interventions to address this growing concern, emphasizing the need for renewed focus on active living and accessible nutrition.

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