How Canada could hit back to hurt the US economy - and Trump

What leverage does Canada, which sells about 70% of its exports to the US, actually have in this spiralling trade dispute?

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US-Canada trade war escalates as Trump threatens tariff hike on autos after Carney vows to retaliate

Mark Carney accused Trump of wanting to "destroy" Canada's auto industry, and said he would only resume trade talks if the US comes with the "right attitude".

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'Absolutely ridiculous': Canadians react to new tariff tensions with the US

Many voiced frustration at the escalating trade war, warning it risks damaging the deep economic and cultural ties between the two neighbours.

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Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for $3.3m in US auction

It is the football with which the star scored an infamous goal in a 1986 World Cup win against England.

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Carney faces crucial test after walking away from Trump's deal

The Canadian prime minister will have to sell his gamble that walking away from talks with the White House will be worth the consequences.

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Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada

The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say.

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US rapper BigXthaPlug arrested on drug and gun charges

The rapper, who has faced similar charges in the past, had been due to perform at the Country Rising Festival.

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