World Report April 19: Saturday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Apr 19, 2025 Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh are set to unveil their campaign platforms, crucial as Canada heads toward elections. A U.S. Supreme Court decision halting the deportation of Venezuelans raises important immigration questions. Trump's controversial actions not only shape U.S. politics but are also affecting Australia’s upcoming elections. Meanwhile, the trade war is causing chocolate prices to spike just in time for Easter, challenging chocolatiers and hinting at shifting consumer trends.
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Scott Payne's Extreme Undercover Mission
- Scott Payne's last FBI undercover mission involved bizarre acts like stealing a goat and drinking its blood in a pagan ritual.
- This unusual operation highlighted the extreme lengths undercover agents sometimes go to.
Costed Platforms Shape Canadian Politics
- Canadian political leaders are unveiling costed campaign platforms to demonstrate credible plans.
- Costed platforms form the basis of government priorities like budgets and speeches.
Federal Role in Health Care Equity
- The federal government can lead harmonizing health care to ensure equitable coverage across provinces.
- This harmonization can prevent losing health care support when moving between provinces.