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Business & Economy · United StatesSpaceX sues Texas AG and Grimes County over Terafab records
SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Grimes County. The company is seeking to prevent the public release of records related to its proposed Terafab semiconductor and computing facility, citing concerns over confidential information.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTrump Limits Canadian Business Access to US Contracts
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued executive orders that will limit Canadian businesses' access to procurement contracts and impose new tariffs. These measures are set to take effect on September 29, prompting pushback from Canadian politicians.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTexas AG Ken Paxton distributes 7 million free eggs from antitrust settlements
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the distribution of over 7 million free eggs to food banks statewide. The eggs were obtained through settlements with three egg producers resolving antitrust claims over alleged price inflation.
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Business & EconomyCanada's reciprocal tariffs take effect with limited consumer impact
Canada's reciprocal tariffs, ranging from 15 to 50 percent, began in early September 2026. While most grocery items are unaffected, economists anticipate short-term price increases for health and beauty products. Retailers expect limited overall impact on consumers.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Flows Through Strait of Hormuz Increase Amid New Shipping Methods
Oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing, with Kuwait and Qatar restoring 70% of pre-war levels. Traders have developed new methods, including ship-to-ship transfers, to mitigate risks in the vital waterway.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastIran says Strait of Hormuz to remain closed until US changes stance
Iran's National Security Council secretary stated the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US changes its policy. This comes as approximately 40 oil tankers transited the strait, carrying 16 million barrels of oil, according to Axios.
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Business & Economy · IndiaIndian stock markets rebound after US Treasury eases bond yields, Sensex rises 628 points
Indian benchmark indices rose on 20 August 2026, ending a seven-session decline after the US Treasury took steps to ease global bond yields. The Sensex climbed 628 points, while the Nifty gained 153 points, led by financial and IT stocks. Foreign investors bought equities worth ₹407.99 crore.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastSaudi Aramco resumes oil loadings in Strait of Hormuz after pause
Saudi Aramco has resumed loading oil from terminals inside the Strait of Hormuz after a three-week pause, with three supertankers carrying 2 million barrels each. The company is offering heavy crude cargoes to Asian buyers via ship-to-ship transfers off Fujairah, while six more tankers await loading.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS trade restrictions to block Quebec-made BRP vehicles
US President Donald Trump's new trade restrictions will block Quebec-based BRP from selling its Can-Am Spyder and Canyon three-wheel vehicles in the United States starting September 29. The company expects the immediate financial impact to be limited.
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Business & EconomyManitoba offers $50M loan program for businesses facing US tariffs
The Manitoba government has introduced over $100 million in new measures to support businesses and workers impacted by tariffs between Canada and the U.S. The plan includes a $50 million trade resilience loan program and allows businesses to defer tax payments.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and Canada impose new tariffs amid trade war escalation
The United States and Canada have escalated their trade dispute by imposing new tariffs on each other's goods. Talks broke down Friday, with both sides threatening further action, including potential tariffs on the auto industry.
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Business & Economy · IndiaRBI says India’s cash demand grows despite digital payments surge
Reserve Bank of India deputy governor Shirish Chandra Murmu stated that cash in circulation continues to grow at double-digit rates even as digital payments expand. Demand remains strong in rural areas, among low-income groups, older people, and small businesses, complicating the RBI’s planning for production and distribution.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificAI divination tools replace blind fortune tellers in South Korea’s Mia village
A community of blind fortune tellers near Seoul, once home to 70 or 80 practitioners, now has fewer than 20. Customers are switching from in-person consultations to AI-based divination tools, though the industry’s value reached $986 million in 2024.
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Business & Economy · United StatesMinnesota senators propose delay to federal hemp THC limits
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Republican Sen. Rand Paul are backing a delay to federal regulations that would ban most hemp-derived drinks and edibles sold in Minnesota. The proposal would postpone a November 2025 law limiting THC content to 0.4mg per serving, with the delay written into a government funding bill.
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Hamilton Starbucks workers vote to join United Steelworkers union
Workers at a Starbucks in Hamilton, Ontario, have voted to join the United Steelworkers union. The decision follows concerns over workplace issues including health and safety, attendance policies, and seniority recognition.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificAsia Manufacturing Expands in August Driven by AI Hardware Demand
Manufacturing activity across Asia expanded in August, with China, Japan, and South Korea reporting growth. This expansion was primarily driven by strong global demand for artificial intelligence hardware, particularly semiconductors and computers, which helped offset rising costs and economic uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict.
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Business & Economy · IndiaLIC permitted to expand HDFC Bank stake to 9.99% after RBI approval
The Reserve Bank of India approved Life Insurance Corporation of India’s request to raise its stake in HDFC Bank to 9.99% of paid-up share capital on 19 August 2026. LIC currently holds 4.11%. HDFC Bank shares fell to a 52-week low the same day before recovering slightly.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS Energy Secretary’s Oil Export Claims Disputed by Shipping Data
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright claims nearly 9 million barrels of oil per day leave the Strait of Hormuz, a figure the US says reflects military efforts to secure the waterway. Vessel tracking services report volumes closer to 1.7 to 2.8 million barrels per day, leaving a gap of 3 to 5 million barrels unaccounted for.
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Business & Economy · IndiaUS Senate passes bill allowing 100% tariffs on India over Russian oil imports
The US Senate passed a bill granting President Donald Trump authority to impose 100% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, including India. Economists say the move could push crude prices above $100 a barrel, worsening India’s inflation and trade deficit. Some US senators oppose the measure as counterproductive.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastTrump pauses Iran strikes as oil crisis warnings mount
President Donald Trump halted planned strikes on Iranian infrastructure, as analysts warn the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve is nearing 300 million barrels, its lowest since 1983. Closure of the Strait of Hormuz could push oil to $150 per barrel, triggering energy rationing and economic collapse in the US and Gulf states.
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