Columbus, OH

Canada just got a commodity-driven economic surprise. The country’s data hub, Statistics Canada, released numbers Tuesday that said the country exported C$638 million ($432 million) more in goods and services than it imported in June, far more than the C$2 billion trade deficit that Bloomberg reports economists had been expecting. The products driving the increase? Oil and gold.

Canada exported so much gold and oil in June that it got a surprise trade surplus

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MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Beyond the common challenges like currency fluctuations and supply shocks that keep the world's central bankers up at night, in Mexico there is an additional foe for those conjuring monetary policy: protection rackets.

Analysis-Mexico central bank has growing inflation challenge: extortion

PetroChina posted record-high operating profits for the first half of the year on the back of strong drilling output and higher oil prices, which allowed it to offset weak fuel demand in China. PetroChina Co. posted record operating profits for the first half of the year on the back of...

PetroChina posts record earnings for first half of the year

Canada on Monday said it would join the U.S. and Europe in slapping China-made electric vehicles with massive tariffs as firms like BYD (BYDDY) look to expand. The Canadian Department of Finance said its tariffs are designed to protect more than 125,000 — mostly unionized — auto manufacturing jobs, including those involved in the country’s EV supply chain. The department said China’s lack of labor and environmental standards threatens EV firms and workers and “undermine Canada’s long-term economic prosperity.”

Canada wants to slap massive tariffs on Chinese EVs as BYD looks to enter the market

Canada is launching a 100% tariff on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles effective Oct. 1, citing unfair trade practices that it says threaten the global EV market. The country will also put a 25% tariff on imports of steel and aluminum made in China, effective Oct. 15. “The measures are...

Canada follows US, imposes 100% tariff on Chinese-made electric vehicles

Florida State

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Lakeland, FL

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Prices of the red metal have been climbing steadily in recent weeks, paring losses after falling to a four-month low in early August. Saxo Bank's Ole Hansen said copper's recent rally had been bolstered by renewed demand from hedge funds which had previously cut their exposure "during the recent and deep 24% correction."

Copper prices near six-week high as one strategist says the 'worst of the correction is over'

North Carolina State

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Eden, NC

Town Talks

North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

South Carolina State

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

J. Souza

Tipping on cruise ships is always a controversial topic. Some cruise passengers believe that tipping should be a personal choice, and others argue that automatic tipping policies are necessary to ensure fair compensation for crew members.

Carnival Responds to Cruise Passenger Wanting to Remove All Tips from Bill

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

A strike at India’s ports that further threatened the global supply chain was called off Tuesday after workers agreed to a new five-year contract. The indefinite walkout by almost 20,000 workers across India’s biggest ports was scheduled for Wednesday. Unions, which had first demanded a pay raise of...

Union pact averts India port strike

Appling County, GA

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

Corinth, MS

Joshua Colston, a 50-year-old resident of Corinth, Mississippi, has been sentenced to 48 months in federal prison for illegally possessing firearms while traveling through Georgia.

Man Sentenced to 48 Months for Illegal Firearms Possession while traveling through Georgia

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Foreign direct investment hits record $31B in Mexico in first half of 2024

Mexico registered a record $31 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first half of 2024, a 7% year-over-year increase, according to Mexico’s Ministry of...

Foreign direct investment hits record $31B in Mexico in first half of 2024

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