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U.S. stock futures lost momentum Friday morning as Wall Street tried to steady itself after several days of sharp swings. Dow futures slipped, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures hovered slightly lower, signaling a cautious start to the trading day. The hesitation came largely from Intel’s disappointing earnings report. The chipmaker’s results and weaker outlook weighed heavily on tech sentiment, sending its shares sharply lower in pre‑market trading. Investors had hoped for stronger numbers given the industry’s AI‑driven momentum, but Intel’s update suggested ongoing challenges in key segments like data‑center chips. The broader market has been wrestling with volatility all week, driven by shifting economic expectations and uneven corporate results. With the S&P 500 on track for another weekly decline, traders appear reluctant to make big moves until they see clearer signs of stability.

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U.S. Withdraws Canada’s Invite to Global Peace Council

 

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney angered the US when he openly decried powerful nations using economic integration as weapons and tariffs as leverage the World Economic Forum.


A recent decision from President Donald Trump has shifted the tone of North American diplomacy. The White House confirmed that the United States has revoked Canada’s invitation to join the newly formed Board of Peace, an international body intended to coordinate conflict‑prevention strategies and promote global stability.

According to statements from U.S. officials, the change stems from what they described as “strategic reassessments” of the board’s membership criteria. No specific concerns about Canada were publicly detailed, though the administration emphasized that the board’s structure “remains flexible” and could evolve in the future.

Canadian officials responded with measured restraint, noting that the country remains committed to international peace efforts regardless of formal membership in any single initiative. Analysts have pointed out that the move may introduce new diplomatic friction between the two long‑standing allies, though the broader implications remain uncertain.

The Board of Peace is expected to convene its inaugural session later this year, with participating nations focusing on conflict mediation, humanitarian coordination, and long‑term global security planning.


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