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Thursday, August 13, 2026

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White House Agenda Signals Policy Push Amid Closed-Door Deliberations

President’s August 13 schedule prioritizes closed-door briefings, signings, and a policy meeting, hinting at imminent executive actions. Financial markets should watch for potential regulatory or fiscal announcements stemming from the Oval…

By Lila Merrick3m ago

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Ottawa Weighs Concessions to Avert Auto Tariffs as Talks with U.S. Intensify

Ottawa is considering targeted sector concessions to persuade Washington to drop threatened 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, with…

By Eliza Farnham17h ago

Ukrainian Drone Tactics Expose U.S. Vulnerabilities in German War Game

Ukrainian drone operators decimated a U.S. armored brigade in a two-week exercise in Germany, highlighting the growing threat of…

By Nick Salikoff17h ago

Ukrainian Drones Outmaneuver U.S. Troops in War Games, Sources Say

Ukrainian drone operators outperformed U.S. forces in military exercises earlier this year, according to sources. The drills,…

By Nick Salikoff17h ago

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