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BusinessPhoto: Firstpost WorldCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an $6.2 billion (8.7 billion CAD) aid package to support Ontario's steelmakers, automakers, and critical mineral sectors. The plan aims to protect Canada's manufacturing from US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, which Carney said have disrupted decades-old trade agreements, increased costs for American families, and disadvantaged Canadian businesses and workers. Ontario Premier Doug Ford also supported the initiative.
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SciencePhoto: Firstpost WorldA chemical tanker carrying glycidyl methacrylate exploded in Toledo, Ohio, on October 20. The incident caused evacuations and shelter-in-place orders after officials reported a transfer error led to the chemical release. Glycidyl methacrylate is an industrial chemical with significant health risks, prompting emergency responses to protect residents.
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WorldPhoto: HT EducationThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has not yet released the 2027 date sheet for Class 10 and 12 board exams, scheduled for February 2027. Around 44 lakh students from 8,000 schools in India and abroad will appear. The timetable will include exam dates, subjects, timings, practical exam details, and guidelines. It will be available on cbse.gov.in and cbse.nic.in.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18 WorldUS President Donald Trump suggested that Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota could face deportation or jail as federal agencies investigate her naturalisation and immigration status before the midterm elections. Trump accused Omar and others of immigration fraud, calling her dishonest and a disgrace. White House border official Tom Homan said proven allegations could lead to her denaturalisation.
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BusinessPhoto: News18Hi BusinessOn October 22, 2026, gold and silver prices declined for the third consecutive day. Silver on MCX dropped by ₹4,550 to ₹2,04,618 per kg, while gold fell by ₹1,558 to ₹1,44,521 per 10 grams. International market pressures, Middle East tensions, rising crude oil prices, upcoming US Federal Reserve meeting, and a stronger rupee influenced the fall. Experts advise investors to monitor market trends and economic data for future fluctuations.
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A recent study has found that penguin droppings in Antarctica are linked to the growth of green snow algae, which may accelerate snowmelt. This discovery highlights a biological factor influencing climate processes in the region, suggesting that penguins could impact local environmental changes through their waste.
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