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SMX Introduces AI-Powered Platform to Advance Material Science and Circular Economy Initiatives

SMX Introduces AI-Powered Platform to Advance Material Science and Circular Economy Initiatives

SMX Introduces AI-Powered Platform to Advance Material Science and Circular Economy Initiatives
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Feeling bleu: Cheesemakers caught in Trump’s tariff dispute

Feeling bleu: Cheesemakers caught in Trump’s tariff dispute

Cheesemakers on both sides of border say the trade war between United States and Canada has raised costs, killed sales and caused a stink among friends.
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Katy Perry and Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Confirm Ongoing Relationship in 2026

Katy Perry and Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Confirm Ongoing Relationship in 2026

Katy Perry and Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Confirm Ongoing Relationship in 2026
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Despite Democrats' sweeping midterm wins, Carney says Trump remains central to Canada-US trade talks

Despite Democrats' sweeping midterm wins, Carney says Trump remains central to Canada-US trade talks

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration will remain the key decision-maker on trade agreements despite Democrats’ sweeping victories in last week’s U.S. midterm elections
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Larry Tanenbaum to Meet with French Officials in Canada to Strengthen Economic Ties Beyond Sports

Larry Tanenbaum to Meet with French Officials in Canada to Strengthen Economic Ties Beyond Sports

Larry Tanenbaum to Meet with French Officials in Canada to Strengthen Economic Ties Beyond Sports
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EU Industry Groups Advocate for Harmonized Extended Producer Responsibility Framework

EU Industry Groups Advocate for Harmonized Extended Producer Responsibility Framework

EU Industry Groups Advocate for Harmonized Extended Producer Responsibility Framework
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EU Study Reveals Complex Journeys of Second-Hand Clothes from Nordic Countries to African Markets

EU Study Reveals Complex Journeys of Second-Hand Clothes from Nordic Countries to African Markets

A recent six-month study conducted by Eunomia and Mepex tracked 200 discarded garments from five Nordic countries, revealing the extensive and often opaque international journeys of second-hand clothes. The research found that items collected in Denmark and Norway, for instance, traveled through multiple European countries like Poland and Lithuania before reaching destinations such as Nigeria and Togo. This study offers a detailed look into a largely unregulated global trade, coinciding with the European Union's efforts to introduce new regulations aimed at enhancing textile collection, reuse, and recycling. The findings indicate that while textile exports play a role in extending garment lifespans, there are significant challenges related to the quality of clothes being circulated. Lower-quality garments were more likely to end up outside Europe, with 56% of Grade D items having their last recorded location outside the continent, compared to 24% of Grade A items.
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WWF Arctic and Partners Launch 2026 Small-Grants for Youth-Led Arctic Projects

WWF Arctic and Partners Launch 2026 Small-Grants for Youth-Led Arctic Projects

The Youth Together for Arctic Futures initiative, co-funded by the European Union and Canada, has announced a call for proposals for its 2026 small-grants program. This program aims to empower youth and youth-led organizations in the circumpolar Arctic to address pressing issues in their communities. Two grants, each with a maximum amount of 25,000 EUR and a project length of 6-8 months, are available. The first grant, 'Youth Realities & Identity in the Arctic: Cultural Expressions of Lived Experience,' focuses on amplifying creative and cultural expressions, preserving Arctic cultural identity, and fostering social inclusion for underrepresented youth. The second grant, 'Youth Action for Arctic Futures: Youth Engagement in Policy Shaping for Climate and Nature,' supports youth-led initiatives addressing climate change, biodiversity, and environmental justice. The application deadline for these grants is November 30, 2026. Eligible organizations must be based in or actively working on issues relevant to th...
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Nova Steel Announces Temporary Layoffs Amidst Surge in Unfairly Traded Steel Imports

Nova Steel Announces Temporary Layoffs Amidst Surge in Unfairly Traded Steel Imports

Nova Steel Announces Temporary Layoffs Amidst Surge in Unfairly Traded Steel Imports
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European Union Proposes Global AI Incident Reporting Compact, Seeks U.S. and China Participation

European Union Proposes Global AI Incident Reporting Compact, Seeks U.S. and China Participation

The European Union is advocating for a global compact on AI incident reporting, aiming to establish a common framework for sharing information about AI failures. This initiative stems from the EU's AI Act, which mandates reporting of serious incidents by powerful AI models and high-risk applications starting in December 2027. The EU Commission plans to collaborate with other countries on cross-border information sharing and early warnings. However, recognizing that a unilateral European initiative might be perceived as 'regulatory colonialism,' the Commission seeks to form a coalition with countries like India, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Brazil. This group would pilot the mechanism from early 2027, with the intention of presenting it to the United Nations and the G20, and ultimately inviting China and the U.S. to participate. The goal is to create a common floor for cross-border information sharing on AI failures, requiring governments to establish reporting infrastructures and adopt common protocols ...
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G7 talks in Paris try to tackle global crises with uncertainty high over the US approach

G7 talks in Paris try to tackle global crises with uncertainty high over the US approach

Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies have begun two days of talks in Paris with clear differences on multiple unresolved global crises
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Canada Modifies Tariff Relief Measures to Support Businesses Amid U.S. Tariffs

Canada Modifies Tariff Relief Measures to Support Businesses Amid U.S. Tariffs

Canada Modifies Tariff Relief Measures to Support Businesses Amid U.S. Tariffs