Rubio Says US Not Withholding $14 Billion Taiwan Arms Package
The secretary of state told lawmakers that U.S. policy on Taiwan has not changed and that a pending arms package remains under review.
SpaceX targets biggest ever stock market debut, putting Musk on course to be trillionaire
IPO could raise up to $75bn, giving SpaceX market value of $1.75tn as it sets up Musk for extraordinary wealth
Carney, Poilievre Spar in Heated Commons Exchange on Canada’s ‘Technical’ Recession
Prime Minister Mark Carney defended his government’s economic track record in the House of Commons as Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre pressed for an answer on whether Canada is in a real or “technical” recession. In his response, Carney argued his government is laying the groundwork for an economy that will be “stronger, more resilient, more […]
California Man Arrested for Allegedly Supplying Technology for Iran’s Nuclear Program
Federal authorities have started the process of seizing Jamshid Ghomi's assets, including his $35 million coastal mansion.
Ottawa to Extend Steel Tariff Quotas, Remission Program for 1 Year
The federal government plans to extend measures to support the domestic steel and aluminum industry through tariff headwinds for another year. Finance Canada says a remission program that pays back certain firms for Canadian tariffs on steel and aluminum from the United States will be extended until the end of June 2027. Steel imports from [...]
Alberta to Roll Out Combined ID Cards in July
The Alberta government has announced plans to roll out three-in-one identification cards, eliminating the need for citizens of the province to carry multiple forms of ID to access programs and services. Alberta will begin issuing driver’s licences and ID cards that feature an individual’s identity information, personal health number, and a citizenship marker beginning July 2, Premier Danielle Smith said in a social media post. The change will eliminate the province’s paper health cards and will consolidate all essential information onto an individual’s driver’s licence or an Alberta ID card for those who do not drive. “Albertans can get a new driver’s licence or ID card that includes their healthcare number and proof of citizenship, all on one secure card at no additional cost,” Smith said in the June 3 post. “No more flimsy paper cards. No more carrying multiple pieces of ID. Just a common-sense change that makes life easier.”
‘Biggest Canadian Flag’ Unfurled in Vancouver for World Cup, but May Breach Etiquette
A Metro Vancouver ski resort has unveiled what it says is the largest Canadian flag ever made as it showcases its support for Canada’s team in the World Cup. The flag is spread out on The Cut, a ski run on Grouse Mountain, and is clearly visible from across Burrard Inlet in Vancouver. Blast Media […]
US Ambassador Hoekstra Explains Repost of Trump’s ’51st State’ Comment
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra said he amplified a post by U.S. President Donald Trump calling again for Canada to join the United States because he wanted to present the president’s viewpoint. “As the president’s representative to Canada, I present the president’s views, the United States’ views to Canada,” Hoekstra told reporters in Quebec City on June 3. Trump made a post on Truth Social on June 1 that simply read “51st State!” alongside a link to a Bloomberg article about Canada hitting a technical recession. Statistics Canada reported on May 29 that Canada’s GDP declined for the past two consecutive quarters on an annualized basis, meeting the common definition of a technical recession.
‘Maybe we’ll never ever take it down’: Trump says UFC arena at White House could stay permanently
Donald Trump has floated the idea of permanently keeping the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) arena that is being constructed on the White House South Lawn for a series of fights later this month.
House Passes Resolution to Block Military Action Against Iran
Lawmakers voted 215–208 for the Democrat-led measure to remove U.S. troops from armed hostilities with Iran.
Carney Says New US Forced Labour Tariffs Will Not Impact Majority of Canadian Trade
Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to Washington’s proposal to introduce 10 percent tariffs on countries that allow in goods produced by forced labour, saying most Canadian exports would remain exempt under the country’s trade agreement with the United States. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer proposed the new tariffs on June 2, which would apply to dozens of countries that have allowed products made using forced labour into their supply chains. For Canada, the 10 percent tariffs would only apply to goods that don’t comply with the rules of origin in the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Carney told reporters in Parliament that the new tariffs are “not a surprise,” as the United States has been planning to announce them for several months. Carney said with the continued CUSMA exemption, Canada would continue to “have the best trade deal of any of the U.S. trade counterparts.”
What Led Findlay to Win the BC Conservative Leadership Race Despite Setbacks?
News Analysis Long-time Conservative MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay overcame a number of setbacks, including a campaign defection, unsubstantiated media allegations late in the race, and a high-profile, organized opposition campaign, to win the B.C. Conservative leadership race. Her victory and ability to mobilize the grassroots is a continuation of the legacy that helped transform the B.C. […]
Oversight Body Opens Inquiry Into CRA Treatment of Taxpayer Complaints
Canada’s taxpayers’ ombudsperson is opening an investigation into the complaint management practices of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) due to concerns about fairness and efficiency. Ombudsperson François Boileau announced on June 2 that preliminary research conducted by his office revealed a lack of clarity for taxpayers about where to seek help when they encounter a problem, potentially leading to delays in resolving their issues.
Robert Reich on why Trump's slush fund was a bridge too far
This week the bipartisan furor over Donald Trump’s $1.8bn slush fund escalated to the point that the administration balked, saying they are no longer moving forward with it. But Robert Reich, a Guardian columnist and former US secretary of labor, says the fund, and specifically, the additional detail of the settlement giving Trump and his family immunity from future IRS audits, are the essence of corruption – and if Democrats can successfully connect that corruption to the affordability crisis, they might just have a winning message on their hands.
Flavio Cobolli into first grand slam semi-final after seeing off Auger-Aliassime
Italian wins 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 against fourth seed
Senate Republicans drop plans for $1bn to fund security at Trump’s ballroom
Fears that push for ballroom spending could jeopardize $70bn funding for immigration enforcement
Mounties in Saskatchewan Resume Hunt for Suspect in Deadly Shooting
The hunt is back on for a suspect in a deadly shooting this week on a remote northern Saskatchewan First Nation, Mounties said Wednesday. It began Monday after a shooting at a home in Pelican Narrows, 500 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon. A woman, identified as being 28, died at the scene, and a man was […]
Trump signs order to make it easier to fire 8,000 highly paid federal workers
Order strips job protections from workers earning up to about $200,000 a year and deemed to be ‘influencing’ policy
Suspended Union executive has reportedly failed to complete MLS training
Guardian sources say Ernst Tanner has not rejoined the club after he was found to have violated league policies
US Inspectors General Start Iran War Oversight, Saying Hostilities Have Passed 60 Days
The 1973 War Powers Resolution prohibits a president from keeping troops in active hostilities for more than 60 days without congressional approval.
