Day: November 30, 2024

As the next US president threatens steep tariffs, the country’s two largest trading partners steel themselves for another rocky ride

Stone-faced as he stared into a gaggle of cameras on Tuesday, the leader of Canada’s largest province laid bare how it feels to be America’s northern neighbour and closest ally this week.

“It’s like a family member stabbing you right in the heart,” said Ontario’s premier, Doug Ford. A day before, president-elect Donald Trump had pledged hefty tariffs on Mexico and Canada, the US’s two largest trading partners. “It’s the biggest threat we’ve ever seen … It’s unfortunate. It’s very, very hurtful.” Continue reading…
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The Wildhive Collection, the boutique hospitality brand deeply rooted in nature,  has announced it has acquired Eshott Hall in Northumberland. The historic 17th-century manor in the quaint village of Eshott will be the group’s second site, following the award-winning Wildhive Callow Hall in rural Derbyshire, which opened in September 2021
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Prepare to experience the thrill of a lifetime.  This festive season, Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti invites adventure seekers to lace up their running shoes and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti National Park, led by Tanzanian marathon runner Alphonce Simbu.
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ICYMI: Fodder for protectionism, protracted trade wars, and the ‘most beautiful word’ in Donald Trump’s vocabulary – how do tariffs actually work?

A tariff is a type of tax imposed on goods when they cross national borders, often used by governments against trading partners they disagree with or to protect local industries.

Tariffs slapped on foreign imports make them more expensive, ostensibly providing a price advantage to locally made goods, while also raising revenues for governments. Continue reading…
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Canada’s PM to dine with US president-elect at Mar-a-Lago resort, news reports say, days after Trump threatens 25% tariff on Canadian imports

The Canadian prime minister, Justin Trudeau, has arrived in Palm Beach, Florida, ahead of a meeting Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort, according to media reports, days after the US president-elect threatened the US’s neighbour with import tariffs once he takes office.

The Canadian prime minister’s public itinerary does not list a scheduled visit to Florida. Neither Trudeau’s office nor Trump’s representatives immediately responded to requests for comment. Continue reading…
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