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Canada Post asks jobs minister to force union to vote on 'final offers'

Canada Post asks jobs minister to force union to vote on 'final offers'

OTTAWA — Canada Post says it has asked Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu to force a union membership vote on the proposals the Crown corporation put forward earlier this week.
Appeals court keeps block on Trump administration's downsizing of the federal workforce

Appeals court keeps block on Trump administration's downsizing of the federal workforce

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — An appeals court on Friday refused to freeze a California-based judge’s order halting the Trump administration from downsizing the federal workforce , which means that the Department of Government Efficiency-led cuts remain on pa
Federal officials to vet social media accounts of visa applicants heading to Harvard

Federal officials to vet social media accounts of visa applicants heading to Harvard

Federal officials are set to start reviewing the social media accounts of visa applicants who plan to attend, work at or visit Harvard University for any signs of antisemitism, marking the latest development in a clash between the Trump administratio
Trump tells US steelworkers he’s going to double tariffs on foreign steel to 50%

Trump tells US steelworkers he’s going to double tariffs on foreign steel to 50%

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Maryland's Wes Moore says he's not running for president but high-profile stops keep chatter alive

Maryland's Wes Moore says he's not running for president but high-profile stops keep chatter alive

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore , often mentioned among Democrats as a potential presidential candidate , has been saying for months that he isn't running for the White House in 2028.
California track-and-field final enters spotlight for rule change after trans athlete's success

California track-and-field final enters spotlight for rule change after trans athlete's success

CLOVIS, Calif. (AP) — California's high school track-and-field state championships kicked off Friday in the sweltering heat to a relatively quiet atmosphere despite controversy leading up to the meet over the participation of a transgender athlete.
Heiltsuk Nation ratification feast brings written constitution into force

Heiltsuk Nation ratification feast brings written constitution into force

The Heiltsuk Nation has ratified its written constitution through a celebratory feast in Bella Bella, B.C. Marilyn Slett, the nation's elected chief, called it a "monumental day" that comes after two decades of development and consultation.
The Latest: Trump says he will double steel tariffs to 50%

The Latest: Trump says he will double steel tariffs to 50%

President Donald Trump said he is going to double the tariff rate on steel from 25% to 50%, a dramatic increase that could further increase prices for the metal used to make housing, autos and other goods. Trump was speaking at U.S.
Two Ontario First Nations declare wildfire emergencies, plan evacuations

Two Ontario First Nations declare wildfire emergencies, plan evacuations

Two First Nations in Ontario's far north have declared states of emergency and are planning evacuations as wildfires threaten their communities.
Judge wrestles with far-reaching remedy proposals in US antitrust case against Google

Judge wrestles with far-reaching remedy proposals in US antitrust case against Google

WASHINGTON (AP) — The fate and fortunes of one of the world’s most powerful tech companies now sit in the hands of a U.S.