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Canada trucker protests cause car manufacturing factories to shut down

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4 years ago

February 11, 2022

Two of the world’s biggest carmakers, Ford and Toyota, say production is being disrupted by trucker protests in Canada

Manufacturing hubs have been forced to close because car parts are being held up at two US border points blocked by demonstrators.

Canada’s trucker protests have now entered their second week with authorities warning more arrests will come.

Ongoing trucker protest causes chaos / Image: File

The trade disruption is estimated to be costing $300m everyday

Ongoing truck protests are blocking the most important border crossing, the Ambassador Bridge.

Demonstrators have been seen waving Canadian flags and banners denouncing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who has refused to scrap a mandate that requires truckers entering Canada to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

The demonstrators have also voiced opposition to COVID passports and the requirement to wear masks.

The Ambassador Bridge is the largest international suspension bridge in the world and carries about a quarter of US-Canada trade.

The bridge connects Windsor, Ontario, to Detroit, in the US state of Michigan.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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8 hours ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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Trump eyes Middle East visit as Gaza ceasefire talks advance

Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.

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11 hours ago

October 9, 2025

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Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.

President Trump may visit the Middle East this weekend as Jared Kushner and envoy Steve Witkoff push for a Gaza ceasefire.

Recent Egypt talks and cooperation from Israel and Hamas raise hopes for a deal, with Turkey confirming progress.

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US government takes 10% equity in Trilogy Metals

U.S. takes direct 10% stake in Trilogy Metals to enhance supply chain security for AI, clean energy, and defense.

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12 hours ago

October 9, 2025

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U.S. takes direct 10% stake in Trilogy Metals to enhance supply chain security for AI, clean energy, and defense.

The U.S. government’s 10% stake in Trilogy Metals marks a shift from subsidies to direct ownership in strategic industries.

Experts say this approach aims to secure supply chains for AI, clean energy, and defense, reducing reliance on foreign sources for critical minerals and tech components.

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