Trump Eases Tariff Tensions with Temporary Exemptions for Canada and Mexico; Trade War Looms with Continuing Disputes

WASHINGTON — A simmering trade dispute between the United States and Canada escalated this week as President Donald Trump engaged in a sharp exchange with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over the imposition of fresh tariffs on Canadian imports. The 25% levy announced by Trump incited a stern rebuke from Trudeau, setting the stage for a potential widening rift between the two neighboring nations. The controversial tariffs, introduced by Trump on March 5, 2025, have …

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Steward Health Care Entertaining Exit from Massachusetts Amid Financial Troubles and Disputes

Boston, Massachusetts – Steward Health Care, a major operator of hospitals in the state, has expressed its interest in potentially leaving Massachusetts, according to a recent letter sent to Governor Maura Healey. The Dallas-based company, which currently oversees 10 hospitals in the area, had previously hinted at the possibility of selling some of its assets within the state. In the letter, Dr. Michael Callum, the executive vice president for physician services and interim president for …

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