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U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods took effect Saturday after negotiations collapsed, prompting Canada to promise 'dollar for dollar' retaliation. The escalating trade war casts a shadow over a major investment summit in Toronto next month, where leaders will pitch Canada to global investors amid uncertainty.
The United States has criticized Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase as an 'unnecessary escalation,' while Israel defends the strikes citing alleged Turkish deployment plans. Syria and Turkey deny the claims, and tensions between the regional rivals continue to rise.
US President Donald Trump has denied holding or scheduling talks with Iran, while Tehran claims Washington is seeking negotiations on Iranian terms. The US has announced a 'crushing economic operation' against Iran, prompting China and Iran to push back.
The United States is working to establish a deconfliction mechanism between Israel, Turkey, and Syria following an Israeli strike on a Syrian airbase. US envoy Tom Barrack warned the attack could have escalated into a direct military confrontation, while Turkey condemned the strike and denied any military presence at the base.
Negotiations between Canada and the United States broke down on Friday, leading to the imposition of 50% U.S. tariffs on about $20 billion in Canadian goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs starting September 8, as provincial leaders and industry officials weigh the economic impact.
Disney and ABC have filed a lawsuit against the US Federal Communications Commission, alleging political retaliation over an order for early licence renewals for eight ABC-owned stations. The FCC cited diversity and inclusion practices as its reasoning, while Disney calls the move an 'existential threat' to media freedom.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, vowing to sever Tehran's economic lifelines. Iran has threatened to halt oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz and warned of an 'act of war' against supporting nations, escalating tensions.
Pakistan's top court ordered Imran Khan moved to a private hospital for medical care, but the government took him to a public facility instead, citing security. His sister has filed a contempt petition, escalating a legal clash over his treatment and detention.
The United States and Canada failed to reach a trade deal, leading to the imposition of 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods. Canada announced matching retaliatory tariffs effective September 8, escalating tensions between the longtime allies.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year, citing their personal rapport and Pyongyang's 57 nuclear weapons. The announcement follows his decision to scale back joint military drills with South Korea, drawing mixed reactions from Seoul, Pyongyang, and US lawmakers.
Yemen's Houthis said they struck a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea, while the UK Maritime Trade Operations reported a tanker hit by an unknown projectile off Yanbu. Saudi shipping firm Bahri confirmed its vessel was involved and all crew were safe. The incident is part of a Houthi maritime blockade declared against Saudi Arabia last month.
Arsenal begin their Premier League title defence against Coventry, seeking a first back-to-back title in 90 years. With rivals Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea undergoing managerial changes, the Gunners’ squad stability and key signings like Bruno Guimaraes put them in a strong position, but injuries and Champions League ambitions add uncertainty.
Displaced Palestinians across Gaza are enduring acute shortages of water, food and sanitation as the war enters its third year. Personal accounts from Deir al-Balah and elsewhere detail families surviving on meager rations, with a single communal toilet serving dozens and used toilet seats selling for hundreds of dollars.
A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.
President Donald Trump has vowed an intensified economic campaign against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaling unprecedented measures as soon as next week. Options include secondary sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, while Iran’s key oil trade with China and ties to neighboring countries complicate enforcement. Officials and analysts outline the scale of existing sanctions and the constraints on further pressure.
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly declared the Strait of Hormuz an 'American territory' amid a naval blockade and escalating tensions with Iran. While Trump asserts total control, international law experts and Iranian officials dismiss the claim as legally and practically impossible, as the waterway remains a critical global chokepoint.
The 2026-27 Premier League season begins on August 21 with champions Arsenal hosting Coventry City. Multiple clubs start under new managers following a summer of major transfers and departures, while Liverpool open against Newcastle two days later. Key storylines include Arsenal's first title defence since 2005, the impact of the recent World Cup, and new on-field rules.
Jose Mourinho starts his second spell as Real Madrid manager with a La Liga opener against Espanyol, aiming to end a two-year trophy drought. The match features several new signings, including record signing Yan Diomande, who begins on the bench.
Washington has announced an unprecedented push to isolate Iran's economy, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pledging to sever every economic lifeline of the 'tyrannical regime.' Iran has vowed to shut down Gulf oil exports if the pressure continues, as diplomatic efforts and a crisis in the Strait of Hormuz deepen.
Ghent University has suspended Nathan Cofnas, the American academic who accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism, pending a preliminary disciplinary investigation into allegations of discrimination. The suspension comes amid a weeks-long controversy that preceded Arday's death, which has sparked vigils and criticism of media coverage.