Trump threatens new Canada tariffs over fires sending 'filthy' air into US cities

Canadian leader Mark Carney says both the US and Canada have an equal responsibility to fight climate change, which experts say are worsening wildfire conditions.

What the US and Canada Can Expect from the Wildfire Smoke This Weekend

The smoke isn’t going away, but where it affects air quality will shift over the next few days.

By Judson Jones

Washington pushes EU to announce import rules rollback

US keeps up pressure on Brussels a year after deal to reduce Donald Trump’s tariffs

Trump threatens to increase Canada tariffs over wildfire smoke pollution

Dense wildfire smoke billowing down from Canada and northern Minnesota has set off unhealthy air quality alerts across the US. Donald Trump accused Canada of 'not properly maintaining' their forests and said he would call Prime Minister Mark Carney 'to find out what they are going to do about' the smoke.

When Trump accuses others of wrongdoing, you can bet he’s up to something himself | Arwa Mahdawi

Thursday’s speech about election integrity was a case in point, as the president seeks to undermine the system America’s mad king is spiraling. Donald Trump’s approval ratings are mired in the 30s as the Iran war rages on with no end in sight. As prices rise and the US’s reputation tanks, Trump is building self-serving monuments and putting his face on new $1 coins to ensure he leaves a lasting legacy. Don’t worry, Donald, we’ll never forget you! Your name will forever be associated with corr...

By Arwa Mahdawi

World Cup audience stayed bipartisan despite Trump's prominent role, CNBC survey finds

Nearly half of registered voters watched the 2026 World Cup, with income and education shaping viewership more than party affiliation, the survey found.

Asian-American groups fear Trump’s escalating rhetoric will fuel prejudice, racism in US

Asian-American groups on Friday slammed US President Donald Trump’s speech delivered this week as a dangerous threat to citizens of US minority communities already facing attacks and hostility during troubled and deeply partisan times, even as China hawks praised its message and tone. On Thursday during a prime-time address from the East Room of the White House, Trump repeated unsubstantiated claims that Beijing was interfering in US elections, citing his suspicion of what he termed “China’s...

By Mark Magnier

Canada wildfires affect air quality before World Cup final

More than 800 wildfires are burning across Canada, including around 190 in northern Ontario, with the surge in fires largely attributed to climate change. Thick smoke has created hazardous air quality across parts of Canada and several US states, including Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan and New York. Donald Trump has blamed Canada for its forest management and threatened additional tariffs. For more, we're joined by Akaash Maharaj, Director of Policy at Nature Canada.

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Fifty years ago, Hollywood took a chance on what became classics 

In 1976 ‘Taxi Driver’, ‘All the President’s Men’ and ‘Network’ all offered an alternative view of the US

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Weather chaos threatens delayed kick-off for Spain vs Argentina World Cup final

The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium faces a potential delay as dangerous wildfire smoke from Canada threatens air quality in the New York-New Jersey area ahead of the July 19 showpiece

'Filthy air': Trump blames Canada as wildfire smoke clouds Argentina vs Spain WC final

Wildfire smoke from Canada is impacting air quality in the United States. This smoke raises concerns for the upcoming FIFA World Cup final match. Organisers and meteorologists are closely monitoring the air quality forecasts. Spain's midfielder noted the visible and palpable haze during outdoor training. FIFA remains optimistic that the championship game will proceed as planned.

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Trump to impose tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke? All we know as US ‘unnecessarily invaded’ with filthy air

President Donald Trump highlights the pollution crisis from Canadian wildfires, threatening tariffs unless Canada addresses smoke management.

Trump threatens Canada with tariffs over wildfires

US President Donald Trump has threatened a tariff increase on Canada to cover the cost of smoke pollution from wildfires that have choked large parts of the United States.

Why is Canada's wildfire smoke blanketing parts of North America? - explainer

Canada currently has more active wildfires than it did at the same stage in either of the past two years, while the area burned so far this year exceeds the 10-year average.

Fundraiser in Wexford raises €7,825 towards Arklow woman who needs for life-saving surgery in US

By Alan White

Sweet diplomacy: Pakistan’s mango festival celebrates growing US partnership

WASHINGTON: Pakis­tan’s annual Mango Festival returned to the Embassy of Pakistan on Thursday with a message that extended well beyond the country’s celebrated summer fruit. Aptly themed “The Sweet Taste of Friendship”, this year’s gathering reflected the growing warmth in Pakistan-US relations as Islamabad assumes an increasingly significant diplomatic role in the region. The embassy’s flagship cultural event attracted hundreds of guests, including senior US administration officials, members...

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U.S. partially restores Hong Kong status revoked by Trump, drawing praise from China

The 2020 executive order over China's security crackdown on Hong Kong had imposed sanctions on individuals associated with it and suspended special economic and trade privileges.

US lifts some Hong Kong sanctions imposed by Trump, autonomy status unchanged

China had earlier announced that the US decision to allow the expiration of Trump's national emergency declaration over Hong Kong would restore the territory's special trade and economic status, but US officials disputed this assessment.

U.S. drilling rig count rises again in Baker Hughes survey

Trump says 'rigged election' means he gets to host World Cup and Olympics

The president’s comments come after he renewed claims the 2020 race was stolen from him, despite evidence to the contrary

China warns of ‘countermeasures’ to US stay limits for journalists

China warned on Friday it could take “countermeasures” after Washington finalised rules shortening how long journalists can stay in the United States, with Chinese nationals facing the strictest limits. Under a change that could be implemented as soon as September, foreign journalists would be limited to stays of just 240 days, or around eight months, but […]

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Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs

Canadian emergency minister cites billions spent on forest sustainability as evacuees flood Thunder Bay shelters

By Reuters

Trump vows tariff hike over Canadian wildfire smoke blanketing US

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Friday to raise tariffs on Canada, arguing the additional duties should offset the economic costs of wildfire smoke that has blanketed large...

Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs - The Daily Star

Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs  The Daily Star

Trump says England’s Tuchel ‘made a mistake’ with Kane in Argentina World Cup defeat

Donald Trump criticizes England’s Thomas Tuchel for deploying Harry Kane defensively in their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-says-englands-tuchel-made-a-mistake-with-kane-in-argentina-world-cup-defeat/

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Trump threatens to increase Canada tariffs over wildfire smoke pollution

US President Donald Trump threatened on Friday a tariff increase on Canada to cover the cost of smoke pollution from wildfires that have choked large parts of the United States. The post Trump threatens to increase Canada tariffs over wildfire smoke pollution appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Trump limits length of visas for students, exchange visitors, journalists

The administration of United States President Donald Trump is imposing new time limits on visas for foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists, ending a decades-old system that allowed many of them to stay in the US for as long as they remained in school or on assignment.

By David Apinga