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“Canada wants to look at joint ventures and investments with Chinese companies within the next three years to build a Canadian electric vehicle with Chinese knowledge…
The official…said the goal is for Canada to become the first country in North America to build this type of EV.”
#Canada
#China
The official…said the goal is for Canada to become the first country in North America to build this type of EV.”
#Canada
#China
Canada wants to be first in North America to build EV with Chinese knowledge: senior official | CBC News
Canada wants to look at joint ventures and investments with China within the next three years to build a Canadian electric vehicle with Chinese knowledge, according to a senior Canadian official.
www.cbc.ca
January 19, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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“This is a very dangerous tool in the hands of an out-of-control agency. This granular location information paints a detailed picture of who we are, where we go, and who we spend time with.”
Inside ICE’s Tool to Monitor Phones in Entire Neighborhoods
404 Media has obtained material that explains how Tangles and Webloc, two surveillance systems ICE recently purchased, work. Webloc can track phones without a warrant and follow their owners home or…
www.404media.co
January 19, 2026 at 3:15 PM
“This is a very dangerous tool in the hands of an out-of-control agency. This granular location information paints a detailed picture of who we are, where we go, and who we spend time with.”
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“The app returning different names for the same individual shows that it’s not reliable or accurate and shouldn’t be used in the field,” Homeland Security Ranking Member Rep. Bennie G. Thompson told 404 Media in a statement.
ICE’s Facial Recognition App Misidentified a Woman. Twice
In testimony from a CBP official obtained by 404 Media, the official described how Mobile Fortify returned two different names after scanning a woman's face during an immigration raid. ICE has said th...
www.404media.co
January 19, 2026 at 3:02 PM
“The app returning different names for the same individual shows that it’s not reliable or accurate and shouldn’t be used in the field,” Homeland Security Ranking Member Rep. Bennie G. Thompson told 404 Media in a statement.
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ICE has told lawmakers the app, called Mobile Fortify, provides a “definitive” determination of someone’s immigration status, and should be trusted over a birth certificate.
ICE’s Facial Recognition App Misidentified a Woman. Twice
In testimony from a CBP official obtained by 404 Media, the official described how Mobile Fortify returned two different names after scanning a woman's face during an immigration raid. ICE has said th...
www.404media.co
January 19, 2026 at 3:02 PM
ICE has told lawmakers the app, called Mobile Fortify, provides a “definitive” determination of someone’s immigration status, and should be trusted over a birth certificate.
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SCOOP: In testimony from a CBP official obtained by 404 Media, the official described how Mobile Fortify returned two different names after scanning a woman's face during an immigration raid. ICE has said the app's results are a “definitive” determination of someone's immigration status.
ICE’s Facial Recognition App Misidentified a Woman. Twice
In testimony from a CBP official obtained by 404 Media, the official described how Mobile Fortify returned two different names after scanning a woman's face during an immigration raid. ICE has said th...
www.404media.co
January 19, 2026 at 2:56 PM
SCOOP: In testimony from a CBP official obtained by 404 Media, the official described how Mobile Fortify returned two different names after scanning a woman's face during an immigration raid. ICE has said the app's results are a “definitive” determination of someone's immigration status.
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Stephen Miller claims Minneapolis police told to ‘stand down and surrender’
Stephen Miller claims Minneapolis police told to ‘stand down and surrender’
Stephen Miller claims Minneapolis police told to ‘stand down and surrender’
www.independent.co.uk
January 19, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Stephen Miller claims Minneapolis police told to ‘stand down and surrender’
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Ultra-processed foods make up more than half the average American diet, and they're linked to rising rates of obesity and heart disease.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the Trump administration has a solution. But will the plan "Make America Healthy Again?" https://to.pbs.org/4b4vrEH
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the Trump administration has a solution. But will the plan "Make America Healthy Again?" https://to.pbs.org/4b4vrEH
MAHA has a plan to clean up the American diet. Will it work? - Horizons
Ultra-processed foods make up more than half the average American diet and they’re linked to rising rates of obesity and heart disease. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the Trump Administra...
to.pbs.org
January 19, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Ultra-processed foods make up more than half the average American diet, and they're linked to rising rates of obesity and heart disease.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the Trump administration has a solution. But will the plan "Make America Healthy Again?" https://to.pbs.org/4b4vrEH
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the Trump administration has a solution. But will the plan "Make America Healthy Again?" https://to.pbs.org/4b4vrEH
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Some Saturday Night Live viewers believed the show took a swipe at controversial Harry Potter author JK Rowling with an LGBTQ-centered parody of the popular franchise.
SNL viewers convinced Harry Potter sketch was 'middle finger' to JK Rowling
www.irishstar.com
January 19, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Some Saturday Night Live viewers believed the show took a swipe at controversial Harry Potter author JK Rowling with an LGBTQ-centered parody of the popular franchise.
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A collection of far-right influencers were widely condemned Sunday after video of them chanting "heil Hitler" while aboard a party bus circulated online, amassing more than 7 million views in a matter of hours.
'Losers': Far-right influencers dogpiled after seen chanting Heil Hitler on party bus
A collection of far-right influencers were widely condemned Sunday after video of them chanting “heil Hitler” while aboard a party bus circulated online, amassing more than 7 million views in a matter of hours.The influencers included Andrew Tate – a pro-Trump influencer who was arrested on rape and...
bit.ly
January 18, 2026 at 10:00 PM
A collection of far-right influencers were widely condemned Sunday after video of them chanting "heil Hitler" while aboard a party bus circulated online, amassing more than 7 million views in a matter of hours.
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Why was Jeffrey Epstein’s procurer transferred to a cushy prison?
Mother Jones sues the Bureau of Prisons for Ghislaine Maxwell records
Why was Jeffrey Epstein's procurer transferred to a cushy prison?
www.motherjones.com
January 18, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Why was Jeffrey Epstein’s procurer transferred to a cushy prison?
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More Immigrants Detained by ICE Recount Harsh and Cruel Treatment
One man targeted at home in Minneapolis says agents took “trophy pictures” of him on their personal phones.
One man targeted at home in Minneapolis says agents took “trophy pictures” of him on their personal phones.
More immigrants detained by ICE recount harsh and cruel treatment
One man targeted at home says agents took "trophy pictures" of him on their personal phones.
www.motherjones.com
January 18, 2026 at 10:14 PM
More Immigrants Detained by ICE Recount Harsh and Cruel Treatment
One man targeted at home in Minneapolis says agents took “trophy pictures” of him on their personal phones.
One man targeted at home in Minneapolis says agents took “trophy pictures” of him on their personal phones.
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Wildfires raging across central and southern Chile left at least 18 people dead, scorched thousands of acres of forest and destroyed hundreds of homes, authorities said, as the South American country swelters under a heat wave.
Wildfires race across Chile, leaving 18 dead and forcing thousands to flee
Authorities in Chile say that wildfires raging across central and southern areas of the country have left at least 18 people dead.
bit.ly
January 18, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Wildfires raging across central and southern Chile left at least 18 people dead, scorched thousands of acres of forest and destroyed hundreds of homes, authorities said, as the South American country swelters under a heat wave.
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Letter: The plaque at the site of the Bear River Massacre stands as a testimony to the ongoing racism and colonial attitudes that stain our culture today.
Letter: It’s appalling whom the plaque at the site of the Bear River Massacre honors — and whom it doesn’t
Letter: The plaque at the site of the Bear River Massacre stands as a testimony to the ongoing racism and colonial attitudes that stain our culture today.
www.sltrib.com
January 18, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Letter: The plaque at the site of the Bear River Massacre stands as a testimony to the ongoing racism and colonial attitudes that stain our culture today.
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From the DM’s…
This is confirmed to be part of a document assembled by ER physicians and sent to the UCP to get them to address the healthcare crisis.
A patient awaiting care in a hallway died without ever making it to an actual care space.
Their death was likely preventable.
This is confirmed to be part of a document assembled by ER physicians and sent to the UCP to get them to address the healthcare crisis.
A patient awaiting care in a hallway died without ever making it to an actual care space.
Their death was likely preventable.
January 18, 2026 at 7:02 PM
From the DM’s…
This is confirmed to be part of a document assembled by ER physicians and sent to the UCP to get them to address the healthcare crisis.
A patient awaiting care in a hallway died without ever making it to an actual care space.
Their death was likely preventable.
This is confirmed to be part of a document assembled by ER physicians and sent to the UCP to get them to address the healthcare crisis.
A patient awaiting care in a hallway died without ever making it to an actual care space.
Their death was likely preventable.
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Mark Carney said Canada would be prepared to defend itself—even against the USA—in response to Trump’s deranged threats to invade NATO allies.
In just 12 months, Trump has turned America’s closest friendship into an adversary.
The world’s *longest* undefended border is our border with Canada.
In just 12 months, Trump has turned America’s closest friendship into an adversary.
The world’s *longest* undefended border is our border with Canada.
January 18, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Mark Carney said Canada would be prepared to defend itself—even against the USA—in response to Trump’s deranged threats to invade NATO allies.
In just 12 months, Trump has turned America’s closest friendship into an adversary.
The world’s *longest* undefended border is our border with Canada.
In just 12 months, Trump has turned America’s closest friendship into an adversary.
The world’s *longest* undefended border is our border with Canada.
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Trump’s tariff shock suggests EU’s strategy of flattery and appeasement has failed
Trump’s tariff shock suggests EU’s strategy of flattery and appeasement has failed
Next few weeks will show if Trump has finally pushed too far with Greenland levies, as calls grow for bloc to take tougher action
www.theguardian.com
January 18, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Trump’s tariff shock suggests EU’s strategy of flattery and appeasement has failed
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Trump is reportedly taking aim at Canada and raising alarms about its ‘vulnerability’
Trump is reportedly taking aim at Canada and raising alarms about its ‘vulnerability’
Trump is reportedly taking aim at Canada and raising alarms about its ‘vulnerability’
www.independent.co.uk
January 18, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Trump is reportedly taking aim at Canada and raising alarms about its ‘vulnerability’
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A coordinated group of women reportedly targeting ICE agents on dating apps in a scheme to expose and embarrass them sparked outrage with conservative and MAGA commentator Deneen Borelli during an appearance on Newsmax Sunday.
‘That is criminal!’ MAGA pundit rages as women use dating apps to expose ICE agents
A coordinated group of women reportedly targeting ICE agents on dating apps in a scheme to expose and embarrass them sparked outrage with conservative and MAGA commentator Deneen Borelli during an appearance on Newsmax Sunday.A Massachusetts woman claimed on social media to be operating a coordinate...
bit.ly
January 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A coordinated group of women reportedly targeting ICE agents on dating apps in a scheme to expose and embarrass them sparked outrage with conservative and MAGA commentator Deneen Borelli during an appearance on Newsmax Sunday.
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EU considers $108 billion in retaliatory tariffs on US over Trump's Greenland threat, FT reports reut.rs/49vnBTe
EU considers $108 billion in retaliatory tariffs on US over Trump's Greenland threat, FT reports
European capitals may hit the U.S. with 93 billion euros ($107.71 billion) worth of tariffs or restrict American companies from the bloc's market in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to NATO allies opposed to his campaign to take over Greenland, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
reut.rs
January 18, 2026 at 7:01 PM
EU considers $108 billion in retaliatory tariffs on US over Trump's Greenland threat, FT reports reut.rs/49vnBTe
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Syria's new leaders, since toppling Bashar Assad in December 2024, have struggled to assert their full authority over the war-torn country. n.pr/4pGSHfp
Syrian government announces a ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces
Syria's new leaders, since toppling Bashar Assad in December 2024, have struggled to assert their full authority over the war-torn country.
n.pr
January 18, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Syria's new leaders, since toppling Bashar Assad in December 2024, have struggled to assert their full authority over the war-torn country. n.pr/4pGSHfp
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“They’re enjoying it,” another ICE watcher said. “They literally said in there, Have you not learned, this is why we killed that lesbian bitch.”
These are threats. They are tossed off so casually. trib.al/WCmDCaE
These are threats. They are tossed off so casually. trib.al/WCmDCaE
Trump and ICE Want You to Think Renee Nicole Good Deserved It
Since Good was killed, the administration and its right-wing allies have engaged in brazenly misogynistic attempts to defend ICE’s actions.
trib.al
January 18, 2026 at 7:15 PM
“They’re enjoying it,” another ICE watcher said. “They literally said in there, Have you not learned, this is why we killed that lesbian bitch.”
These are threats. They are tossed off so casually. trib.al/WCmDCaE
These are threats. They are tossed off so casually. trib.al/WCmDCaE
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The FDA commissioner's effort to shorten the review of drugs favored by the Trump administration is causing alarm across the agency, stoking worries that the plan may run afoul of legal, ethical and scientific standards long used to vet medicine safety and effectiveness. https://to.pbs.org/4pNbi9N
FDA's new expedited drug program raises legal questions and concerns
The FDA commissioner's effort to drastically shorten the review of drugs favored by President Donald Trump's administration is causing alarm across the agency.
www.pbs.org
January 18, 2026 at 7:17 PM
The FDA commissioner's effort to shorten the review of drugs favored by the Trump administration is causing alarm across the agency, stoking worries that the plan may run afoul of legal, ethical and scientific standards long used to vet medicine safety and effectiveness. https://to.pbs.org/4pNbi9N
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Voters are souring on Trump personally and on his agenda. And it’s an election year.
A wave of new polls shows Trump’s support cratering across the board.
Voters are souring on Trump personally and on his agenda. And it's an election year.
www.motherjones.com
January 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Voters are souring on Trump personally and on his agenda. And it’s an election year.
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Uganda’s president calls opponents 'terrorists' in victory speech
Uganda’s president calls opponents 'terrorists' in victory speech
Yoweri Museveni wins seventh term but poll criticised by observers and rights groups over repression of opposition and internet blackout
Uganda’s president, Yoweri Museveni, fresh from winning a seventh term in office at 81, said on Sunday that the opposition were “terrorists” who had tried to use violence to overturn the election results.
Official results showed Museveni winning a landslide with 72% of the vote, but the poll was criticised by African election observers and rights groups due to the heavy repression of the opposition and an internet blackout. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 18, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Uganda’s president calls opponents 'terrorists' in victory speech
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If it wasn’t clear before, it is now: Britain needs an escape plan from the Trump world order | Gaby Hinsliff
If it wasn’t clear before, it is now: Britain needs an escape plan from the Trump world order | Gaby Hinsliff
The US president’s trade war for Greenland tells us that the time for fence-sitting or wishful thinking is over, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff
www.theguardian.com
January 18, 2026 at 5:42 PM
If it wasn’t clear before, it is now: Britain needs an escape plan from the Trump world order | Gaby Hinsliff