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Musk's US government 'takeover' sounds alarm bells
Musk's US government 'takeover' sounds alarm bells
Economy
by  AFP

Elon Musk has begun swinging his wrecking ball at the US government, with concerns growing over the unprecedented power that President Donald Trump has handed to the world's richest man. Musk's powers have seemed almost unbounded, leading to accusations by Democrats of an unconstitutional power grab by both him and his fellow business mogul Trump.

In fire-ravaged Los Angeles, a long road of rebuilding
In fire-ravaged Los Angeles, a long road of rebuilding
Economy
by  AFP

After the loss of more than 10,000 homes in last month's Los Angeles fires, the region faces a daunting challenge to rebuild with a tight labor market, constrained construction supplies and strict regulations. Supplies have remained tight for some construction materials.

With boos and boycotts, Canadians voice displeasure with Trump
With boos and boycotts, Canadians voice displeasure with Trump
Economy
by  AFP

They're booing the American national anthem, cancelling holidays in the United States, and boycotting American products: Canadians are responding to US President Donald Trump's tariff threats with anger and patriotic spending. Canadian sports fans have also expressed their anger, booing the US national anthem at a Toronto Raptors' home NBA game against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.