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World shares are mixed as Tokyo's Nikkei jumps nearly 2% on tariff news

World shares are mixed as Tokyo's Nikkei jumps nearly 2% on tariff news

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — World shares were mixed on Friday, with Asian stocks mostly lower while Tokyo's benchmark spiked more than 2% after Japanese officials said they had resolved questions over the tariff that will apply to exports to the U.S.
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Independent candidate for Michigan governor is betting on partisan fatigue in the midterms

Independent candidate for Michigan governor is betting on partisan fatigue in the midterms

DETROIT (AP) — Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan spent his political career as a Democrat, leading Michigan's largest Democratic stronghold.
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US stocks hold steady following more profit reports

US stocks hold steady following more profit reports

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is holding relatively steady following a mixed set of profit reports from such giants as McDonald’s and The Walt Disney Co. The S&P 500 was up 0.2% in early trading Wednesday.
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A speeding motorist driving at 199 mph on Germany's Autobahn is fined more than $1,000

A speeding motorist driving at 199 mph on Germany's Autobahn is fined more than $1,000

BERLIN (AP) — A motorist was clocked driving at more than 320 kph (199 mph) on the Autobahn west of Berlin, a record high at more than 124 mph above the speed limit, German police said.
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Mary Sheffield to face Solomon Kinloch in November election for Detroit mayor

Mary Sheffield to face Solomon Kinloch in November election for Detroit mayor

DETROIT (AP) — The race for Detroit’s next mayor is set to pit a longtime City Council member against a popular pastor, after council President Mary Sheffield and megachurch leader Solomon Kinloch were the top two vote-getters in Tuesday’s nonpartisa
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Trump threatens federal takeover of DC after attack on former DOGE worker

Trump threatens federal takeover of DC after attack on former DOGE worker

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two 15-year-olds have been arrested in Washington in connection with the attempted carjacking and beating of one of the most prominent members of the Department of Government Efficiency , renewing calls from President Donald Trump f
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Mohawk Council of Kahnawake considering road tolls in response to federal cuts

Mohawk Council of Kahnawake considering road tolls in response to federal cuts

KAHNAWAKE — The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake said Tuesday that it is looking at imposing tolls on the roads crossing its territory in response to looming federal budget cuts.
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Auto sales up 6.9 per cent in July despite ongoing trade disruptions: DesRosiers

Auto sales up 6.9 per cent in July despite ongoing trade disruptions: DesRosiers

TORONTO — DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. says the auto market remained resilient last month despite trade disruptions in the industry. The firm estimates 172,000 vehicles were sold in July, up 6.9 per cent year-over-year.
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Millions are flocking to grow virtual gardens in viral Roblox game created by teenager

Millions are flocking to grow virtual gardens in viral Roblox game created by teenager

Whether it serves as a chill escape from the onslaught of the real world or simply a way to beat vacation doldrums, a viral Roblox game about gardening has become the surprise hit of the summer.
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Quebec environment ministry fines Northvolt for polluted run-off water

Quebec environment ministry fines Northvolt for polluted run-off water

MONTREAL — Quebec’s Environment Department has fined Northvolt for allegedly releasing wastewater with high levels of aluminum and chromium at its Montérégie region site.
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