World Report Wednesday's top stories in 10 minutes
6 snips
Nov 12, 2025 A report reveals that the drop in Canadian tourism to the U.S. has cost nearly $6 billion. The U.S. House is set to vote to end a lengthy government shutdown. In the Philippines, aid efforts are ramping up after Typhoon Fung-wong displaced over a million people. Tensions escalate at COP30 in Brazil as Indigenous protesters clash with security forces. Settler violence in the West Bank continues to rise, drawing international concern. Additionally, King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden is headed to Canada to discuss defense collaborations.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Canadians' Boycott Hits US Tourism
- Canadian travel to the U.S. plunged after President Trump took office, hurting U.S. tourism revenues.
- The U.S. Travel Association estimates nearly $6 billion lost in 2025 largely due to fewer Canadian visitors.
Snowbird Chooses Costa Rica Over Florida
- Rena Hans from Toronto owns a Florida condo but chose Costa Rica in protest of U.S. policies.
- She says she won't return until President Trump is out of office.
Shutdown Ending But Health Subsidies At Risk
- The U.S. House is expected to vote to reopen the government after a 43-day shutdown.
- Democrats secured a future vote on ACA subsidies but worry the outcome may still be lost with Republican control.