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In New York, Trudeau gets grilled about Canada's commitment to humanitarian aid

In New York, Trudeau gets grilled about Canada's commitment to humanitarian aid

NEW YORK — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced pointed questions about his government's cuts to foreign aid spending Thursday at a star-spangled conference meant to showcase his credentials as an international agent of change.
Ontario to create bail compliance teams, premier says

Ontario to create bail compliance teams, premier says

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province will establish bail compliance teams in an effort to tackle violent crime. The province is investing $112 million to create dedicated teams in police forces across the province.
Former New Mexico governor remembered as Hispanic role model

Former New Mexico governor remembered as Hispanic role model

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Jerry Apodaca, a Democrat who became New Mexico's first Hispanic governor in 54 years when he took office in 1975, has died. He was 88.
Stock market today: Facebook's parent Meta leads tech higher

Stock market today: Facebook's parent Meta leads tech higher

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is opening higher after Meta Platforms became the latest Big Tech stock to report fatter profits than expected for the start of the year. The S&P 500 was 0.
How will we know if the US economy is in a recession?

How will we know if the US economy is in a recession?

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government’s report Thursday that the economy grew at a 1.1% annual rate last quarter signaled that one of the most-anticipated recessions in recent U.S. history has yet to arrive.
Trudeau urged to make good on critical mineral commitments during New York City visit

Trudeau urged to make good on critical mineral commitments during New York City visit

NEW YORK — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is headed to the U.S., hoping to capitalize on last month's well-received presidential visit as he pitches New York's movers and shakers on the virtues of Canada as a trade and investment partner.

Editorial Roundup: Wisconsin

Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. April 23, 2023. Editorial: Finally, some progress Robin Vos’ announcement last week that Republican legislators are working on some sort of medical marijuana bill was welcome news.
Stellantis to offer buyouts amid electric vehicle transition

Stellantis to offer buyouts amid electric vehicle transition

DETROIT (AP) — Another automaker is trying to cut its workforce to trim expenses and stay competitive as the industry makes the long and costly transition to electric vehicles.

Editorial Roundup: United States

Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad: April 21 The Washington Post on the politicization of the education system The old-fashioned way states craft learning standards for grade-school students is slow and sure: Committee up
No one is driving this taxi. What possibly could go wrong?

No one is driving this taxi. What possibly could go wrong?

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — I won't forget the first time I took a ride in a car without anyone sitting in the driver's seat. It happened one night last September when a Chevy Bolt named Peaches picked me up outside a San Francisco bar.