U.S. hits Canadian lumber with new anti-dumping duties
Donald Trump often says 'tariff' is the most beautiful word in the dictionary. And it's been his favoured weapon in his global trade war. But it's not the only one. On Friday, the US commerce department announced a big hike in countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber. Combined with anti-dumping duties announced in July, Canadian lumber is now subject to duties of more than 35%. We talk about what this means for the industry.
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Six journalists in Gaza killed by Israeli airstrike
Six journalists were killed by a recent Israeli strike in Gaza. Anas Al-Sharif, with Al-Jazeera, was one of them. He had become the face and voice of the war in Gaza for many Palestinians. We speak with his former colleague and friend, journalist Ahmed Zakot — and Sara Qudah from the Committee to Protect Journalists about the threats Al-Sharif had been receiving, and the allegations from Israel that he was an active member of Hamas's military wing.
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Allegations of arson as wildfires rage across eastern Canada
Wildfires are burning across Newfoundland and Labrador, prompting the provincial government to significantly increase fines and prison time for people who violate a fire ban. We speak to Scott Chandler, who lost his home in Conception Bay North, and ask Premier John Hogan about investigations into allegations of arson — and the latest on the firefighting effort. Plus, we hear from Janet Barlow of Hike Nova Scotia about the province’s sweeping ban on activities in wooded areas and the impact on outdoor recreation.
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How the ultrarich get into petty fights, influence power and live so lavishly
There are more billionaires in the world now than ever before, and the power of those select few is also growing. In a conversation from June, the journalist Evan Osnos tells Matt Galloway about the influence and excesses of the 0.01 per cent, which he charts in his book, The Haves and the Have Yachts.
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E-scooters might be fun, but are they safe?
They're cheap, ecofriendly, and fun. E-scooters are growing in popularity across Canada, but they are also safety concerns. A new report shows injuries caused when riding two-wheeled vehicles are higher than ever before. We talk about what needs to be done to regulate e-scooters better and keep riders safe.
Three stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for stories that shape and entertain us. Released daily, Monday to Friday.The Current is produced in Toronto, Ontario, Canada — and has recently recorded live shows about the Canadian election in Surrey and Burnaby BC. And shows to come in Oshawa and the 905, Red Deer, Alberta, Quebec City and Halifax.
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