Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that middle powers must resist economic pressure from stronger countries. Now, President Donald Trump has imposed high tariffs on Canadian goods, testing Canada’s ability to respond without giving in. Canada has promised to retaliate and rejected U.S. demands that it said would limit its trade freedom.
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney warned about resisting economic coercion by more powerful countries like the U.S. and China.
President Trump imposed 50% tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods starting September 8, 2026.
Canada walked away from trade talks, saying U.S. demands were too harsh and would limit its ability to trade with others.
Canada announced it would retaliate with similar measures against U.S. goods.
Carney said the U.S. demand threatened Canadian sovereignty—the country’s right to make its own decisions.
British Columbia’s Premier said accepting the U.S. conditions would have made Canada like an economic “51st state.”
The dispute tests how countries manage economic pressure from powerful allies and challenges long-standing alliances.
President Trump said Canada depends heavily on the U.S. economy, highlighting the power imbalance.
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Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s planned trip to India has been delayed due to diplomatic tensions between the two countries following a press conference by Bangladesh’s exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Both countries are discussing how to improve relations, but the visit remains uncertain amid disagreements over political events and extradition requests.
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Tarique Rahman is Bangladesh’s current Prime Minister and the son of Khaleda Zia, a political rival of Sheikh Hasina.
Rahman’s first trip to India was postponed after Hasina, living in exile in India, held a press conference that upset Bangladesh.
India clarified it had no involvement in Hasina’s press conference but Bangladesh still objected.
India invited Rahman for a visit ahead of the BRICS summit, which India currently chairs.
India's envoy to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, urged both sides to move past historical differences.
Bangladesh’s government says it is cautious about Rahman’s India visit and wants clarity on India’s intentions.
Bangladesh is concerned about India delaying action on Hasina’s extradition request; the two countries have an extradition treaty excluding political cases.
India’s Foreign Minister emphasized that bilateral ties must work for both countries with mutual respect.
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CBS News shared a collection of important and striking photos taken during the week of August 16-22, 2026. These images show notable events and moments from around the world.
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The photo gallery covers events from August 16 to August 22, 2026.
The images include various significant and emotional moments.
CBS News presents the photos on its platform, including the CBS News app.
The gallery is part of the "Sunday Morning" program.
Viewers can see the gallery through multiple devices and browsers.
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Country singer Kenny Chesney shares his life story in a new book called "Heart Life Music." He talks about his experiences from growing up in Tennessee to becoming a famous musician and how he overcame challenges during his career.
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Kenny Chesney wrote a memoir titled "Heart Life Music."
The book covers his life from Knoxville, Tennessee, to his music career.
He discusses his connection with fans known as "No Shoes Nation."
Chesney talks about his family and touring life.
He describes a difficult moment in 2009 when he felt like he was struggling during a concert.
The interview was recorded in the Florida Keys.
The story was shared on CBS News on October 26, 2025.
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The Artemis Accords are a set of agreements that provide a framework for how countries can cooperate and manage activities on the Moon and Mars. These rules aim to promote peaceful exploration and the sharing of resources in space.
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The Artemis Accords are international agreements for space governance.
They focus on activities on the Moon and Mars.
The purpose is to encourage countries to work together peacefully.
The Accords promote fair use of space resources.
This framework helps prevent conflicts in space exploration.
They support transparency and sharing scientific information.
The Accords build on existing space laws but are more detailed.
They serve as a model for future space governance.
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Casa Verdi in Milan is a retirement home for professional musicians who need support. It was founded by opera composer Giuseppe Verdi using his own money, and the residents both live and teach young musicians there.
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Casa Verdi is located in Milan, Italy.
It serves as a retirement home for musicians who are not financially well off.
The home was created by Giuseppe Verdi, a famous opera composer.
Giuseppe Verdi used his personal fortune to build the home.
Residents share their musical skills by giving master classes to younger musicians.
The home promotes a community where musicians live and work together harmoniously.
It supports the artistic legacy of its residents by fostering education and collaboration.
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China has postponed its planned Chang’e-7 mission to the moon, which was scheduled to launch soon. The postponement is due to the mission not meeting launch requirements and to ensure safety and success.
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The Chang’e-7 mission was to launch from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in southern China’s Hainan province.
The mission aimed to explore the moon’s south pole, including searching for water ice in permanently shadowed craters.
China Manned Space Agency said the launch window this year is no longer possible after a thorough review.
The decision was based on safety, reliability, and the goal of mission success.
The Chang’e program is China’s ongoing lunar exploration project; Chang’e-6 returned moon samples to Earth in 2024.
Preparations for the Chang’e-7 launch had been underway for several weeks before the postponement.
The agency did not disclose specific reasons for the delay.
The name Chang’e is taken from a Chinese moon goddess.
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Six Nordic football associations have said they no longer trust FIFA President Gianni Infantino and want big changes in how FIFA is run. They support calls for his resignation and an independent investigation into his plan to sell part of FIFA events to private investors, a plan that was quickly dropped after widespread criticism.
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The six Nordic FIFA members are Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and the Faroe Islands.
They met in Helsinki and issued a joint statement against Infantino’s leadership.
They want FIFA to promise that its competitions will never be partly owned by private companies.
Three regional football confederations – UEFA (Europe), AFC (Asia), and CONCACAF (North and Central America and the Caribbean) – also want Infantino to resign.
These groups demand an independent investigation into the proposed sale of stakes in FIFA events.
The Nordic associations called for a full review of FIFA’s governance to ensure transparency and accountability.
Infantino is running for a fourth term as FIFA president in the 2024 election.
He recently met officials in the Caribbean despite some regional leaders requesting he stay away from a youth tournament.
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The CBS News show "Sunday Morning" paid tribute to several notable people who passed away this week. Among them was actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in the TV shows "Nashville" and "Heroes."
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CBS News aired a segment called "In Memoriam" on the program "Sunday Morning."
The segment remembers famous individuals who died during the past week.
Actress Hayden Panettiere was one of the people honored.
Panettiere acted in the TV series "Nashville" and "Heroes."
The remembrance segment is part of CBS News programming.
Viewers can watch CBS News on the CBS News app and online through browsers like Chrome and Safari.
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Robert Lang, a famous origami artist, lost his home and studio in a wildfire in California in early 2025. With help from friends, he used ashes from the fire to create special paper and began rebuilding his origami artwork, including a new display of koi fish.
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Robert Lang is known worldwide for his origami designs and has created more than 800 pieces.
Origami is a Japanese art of folding paper into shapes, and Lang helped revive interest in it since the 1990s.
In early 2025, the Eaton Fires destroyed Lang’s home and studio in Altadena, California.
Hundreds of origami pieces, especially insects and arthropods he prized, were lost in the fire.
One clock from 1987 was the only finished piece saved from the fire.
Friends from Origamido Studios helped Lang by making new paper that included ashes from his burnt studio.
Lang created a new exhibit called "Vertical Pond III," featuring origami koi fish, symbolizing rebirth after the fire.
The koi exhibit was shown at Descanso Gardens and will be displayed at the Mingei International Museum in San Diego.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that President Donald Trump accused him of lying about plans to use Elon Musk's Starlink internet service for military drones against Russia. Zelensky explained that Musk’s SpaceX had tentatively agreed to allow Starlink use over Russian territory, but there was confusion that led Trump to believe the opposite. The Starlink service is important for Ukraine’s battlefield communications and drone strikes.
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Zelensky said Trump accused him of misleading him about Starlink use over Russian territory.
Musk's SpaceX gave conditional approval for Starlink use in Ukraine’s operations against Russia, pending permission.
Ukraine depends heavily on Starlink terminals to keep internet and drones working on the battlefield.
Zelensky relayed this conditional Starlink approval to Trump, but Trump later said Musk refused.
The dispute reflects tensions between Ukraine and the U.S., as well as internal Ukrainian politics.
Ukraine wants to use Starlink drones for strikes up to 124 miles inside Russia.
Russian forces have at times used Starlink service, but access has been restricted recently.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov resigned after disagreements, including issues related to Starlink.
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The Greek island of Ithaca hopes to attract more tourists because of a new Hollywood movie called "Odyssey," directed by Christopher Nolan. While popular Greek islands are limiting visitors to reduce crowding, Ithaca wants to welcome more tourists by highlighting its connection to the story of Ulysses from ancient Greek literature.
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Ithaca is known as the legendary home of Ulysses, a hero from Greek mythology.
Christopher Nolan’s movie "Odyssey" is drawing new attention to the island.
Other famous Greek islands like Santorini and Mykonos are restricting cruise ship arrivals and charging fees to manage large numbers of visitors.
Ithaca has remained less crowded compared to these more popular islands.
The island hopes the movie will bring more visitors and boost its tourism industry.
Tourism is an important part of Greece’s economy and culture.
The story of Ulysses (also called Odysseus) comes from Homer’s ancient Greek epic poems.
Ithaca’s tourism approach is different from other Greek islands that want to reduce crowding.
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The article compares the 1956 Suez Crisis, when Egypt took control of the Suez Canal and stopped global oil shipping, to today’s strategic challenges in the Strait of Hormuz. It highlights how control over key waterways can impact global politics and economies.
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In 1956, Egypt closed the Suez Canal, a major route for oil shipping worldwide.
Egypt faced military attack from three countries during the Suez Crisis.
After months, Egypt regained control of the canal, changing the region and global economy.
The Suez Crisis showed how controlling key waterways can influence global trade and politics.
The article raises the question of whether a similar situation could happen in the Strait of Hormuz today, another crucial shipping route.
The Strait of Hormuz is important because much of the world’s oil passes through it.
The article references Laleh Khalili, a political scientist and author who studies war and trade.
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In 1958, photographer Art Kane gathered many famous jazz musicians for a group photo on a stoop in Harlem. This picture became one of the most well-known images of important jazz artists. The article includes talks with Kane’s son and bassist Ron Carter about the photo and the musicians’ impact.
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The photo was taken in 1958 in Harlem, New York.
Photographer Art Kane organized the photo shoot.
Many famous jazz musicians appeared in the picture.
The photo was taken on a brownstone stoop.
The image became very famous and recognized in jazz history.
Jonathan Kane, Art Kane’s son, talks about the photo’s importance.
Ron Carter, a legendary jazz bassist, shares memories about the musicians.
The musicians featured left a lasting impact on jazz music.
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Artist Ricky Boscarino has spent over 35 years turning his home and property in Sandyston, New Jersey, into a large outdoor art gallery called Luna Parc. The site features many sculptures, ceramics, mosaics, and creative designs in both the house and the surrounding 8.5 acres.
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Ricky Boscarino is an artist who created Luna Parc.
Luna Parc is located in Sandyston, New Jersey.
The property covers 8.5 acres.
The site includes many kinds of art such as sculptures, ceramics, and mosaics.
Boscarino has been working on this project for more than 35 years.
Luna Parc is known for its unique and playful style, including an outdoor space called the "electric garden."
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Israeli forces carried out a heavy air strike on a warehouse in central Gaza, near Az-Zawayda. The attack caused a large explosion with shrapnel, debris, and smoke rising into the air.
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The air strike targeted a warehouse in central Gaza.
The location of the strike was east of Az-Zawayda.
The strike was carried out by Israeli forces using aircraft.
The explosion produced a large plume of smoke.
Debris and shrapnel were sent flying from the strike.
Video footage captured the moment of the bombing.
The event is part of ongoing conflict in the region.
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The CBS News Almanac for August 23 reviews important historical events that happened on this date in the past. The program is available to watch on CBS News and through their app.
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The Almanac highlights significant events from August 23 in history.
It is part of the "Sunday Morning" show on CBS News.
Viewers can watch the Almanac on CBS News or using the CBS News app.
The Almanac serves as a look back at past events rather than current news.
It provides historical context for the date August 23.
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A fast-growing wildfire called the Hawk Fire spread quickly toward central Reno, Nevada, forcing nearly 14,000 homes to evacuate. The fire covered more than 10,500 acres, was not contained as of Sunday morning, and officials declared a state of emergency to help fight the fire and protect residents.
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The Hawk Fire started on Saturday and grew quickly due to strong winds, dry plants, and low humidity.
The fire grew to over 10,500 acres and reached near the University of Nevada campus.
Nearly 14,000 homes were evacuated in the affected areas.
Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County.
The Nevada National Guard sent two helicopter crews and 60 troops to help with firefighting and neighborhood safety.
Firefighters from Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue joined the effort from nearby California.
The Reno-Sparks Convention Center was opened for people evacuated, but pets had to be taken to separate locations.
Officials said the fire is moving quickly because it is driven by strong winds, which makes firefighting difficult.
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Ticks, especially lone star ticks, are spreading in new parts of the U.S., causing more tick bites and a rise in a condition called Alpha-gal syndrome. This syndrome can make people allergic to red meat and other animal products after a tick bite, leading to serious reactions.
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Lone star ticks carry a sugar called Alpha-gal that can cause allergies to red meat.
Alpha-gal syndrome causes symptoms like rashes, swelling, stomach problems, and sometimes dangerous allergic reactions.
People in Martha’s Vineyard and other new areas are seeing more tick bites and Alpha-gal cases now.
Alpha-gal syndrome can also cause allergies to dairy, certain foods, and medicine capsules.
The syndrome was first found in the 2000s but is now more known because of outbreaks in places like Martha’s Vineyard.
Ticks have been spreading into new regions, increasing tick-related illnesses like Lyme disease alongside Alpha-gal syndrome.
To protect against ticks, experts recommend treated clothing and wearing pants tucked into socks.
Some restaurants on Martha’s Vineyard have created special menus without red meat to serve people with Alpha-gal syndrome.
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Iran has warned its neighboring countries not to join the United States in an economic conflict against it. The warning comes as tensions between Iran and the U.S. approach six months.
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Iran is involved in a growing conflict with the United States.
Mohsen Rezaei, a top Iranian national security official, issued the warning.
Iran cautioned its neighbors in the Middle East against joining an economic war with the U.S.
The conflict has been ongoing for almost six months.
The warning aims to prevent Middle Eastern countries from supporting U.S. economic actions against Iran.
The issue involves economic measures rather than direct military conflict.
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