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Target posts strong Q4 profits and sales, but warns of cautious spending as tariffs take hold

Target posts strong Q4 profits and sales, but warns of cautious spending as tariffs take hold

NEW YORK (AP) — Sales and profits slipped for Target during the crucial holiday quarter as customers held back on spending, and the company said there will be “meaningful pressure” on its profits to start the year because of tariffs on Mexico, Canada
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George Clooney revisits a journalistic hero in Broadway version of 'Good Night, and Good Luck'

George Clooney revisits a journalistic hero in Broadway version of 'Good Night, and Good Luck'

NEW YORK (AP) — George Clooney made waves in July when he called on Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race, citing diminished capacity. For Clooney, there wasn't a choice to stay silent.
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BlackRock strikes deal to bring ports on both sides of Panama Canal under American control

BlackRock strikes deal to bring ports on both sides of Panama Canal under American control

A Hong Kong-based conglomerate has agreed to sell its controlling stake in a subsidiary that operates ports near the Panama Canal to a consortium including BlackRock Inc.
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A closer look at Canadian efforts to address U.S. concerns about border security

A closer look at Canadian efforts to address U.S. concerns about border security

OTTAWA — The United States imposed sweeping tariffs Tuesday on Canadian products, claiming Canada has failed to adequately address the southbound flow of contraband drugs like fentanyl. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau dismissed the U.S.
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Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years who inspired 'Jolene,' dies at 82

Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years who inspired 'Jolene,' dies at 82

Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's devoted husband of nearly 60 years who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit “Jolene,” died Monday. He was 82.
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Key dates in the Canada-U.S. trade dispute as Trump launches trade war

Key dates in the Canada-U.S. trade dispute as Trump launches trade war

OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order hitting Canada and Mexico with 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs, with a lower 10 per cent levy on Canadian energy, took effect at 12:01 a.m. ET on Tuesday.
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TIFF, Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp to be inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame

TIFF, Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp to be inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame

The Toronto International Film Festival and Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp will be inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame this year.
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Grand Theatre in London, Ont., to mount production of 'Come From Away'

Grand Theatre in London, Ont., to mount production of 'Come From Away'

LONDON, Ont. — The Grand Theatre in London, Ont., will close out its 2025/2026 season with a production of "Come From Away.
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AP again seeks end of its White House ban, saying the Trump administration is retaliating further

AP again seeks end of its White House ban, saying the Trump administration is retaliating further

The Associated Press is asking a federal judge for a second time to immediately restore its access to presidential events, arguing that the Trump White House has doubled down on retaliating against the news outlet for its refusal to follow the presid
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Crowds cheer as runners with frying pans race to mark annual Pancake Day

Crowds cheer as runners with frying pans race to mark annual Pancake Day

LONDON (AP) — Racers dressed as a skyscraper, beekeeper and a chest of drawers were among dozens of runners in zany costumes zipping around a central London square with a frying pan in hand to celebrate Shrove Tuesday, or “Pancake Day.
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