US AND CANADA

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In a powerful blend of nostalgia and activism, the University of Southern California (USC) has revived the iconic Ice Bucket Challenge in 2025—but this time, the freezing splash comes with a heart-wrenching twist and a new mission. What began as a viral sensation in 2014 to raise awareness for ALS has now evolved into a soul-stirring movement aimed at addressing mental health and the importance of speaking out.

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The United States and India are seeking to strengthen their economic ties as US Vice President JD Vance arrives in Delhi for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The discussions are expected to center on accelerating a long-awaited bilateral trade deal, against a backdrop of global trade tensions sparked by Washington's tariff policies.

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Ford is warning its dealers that prices will likely rise due to President Donald Trump's import tariffs, which went into effect April 3. The automaker said the tariffs, which are expected to remain in place for some time, could be passed down to consumers starting in June.

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In an attack that claimed the life of Bobbie Mitchell's husband, Fred Mitchell, Bobbie Mitchell, a current Denton County commissioner in Lewisville, was hospitalized after allegedly being stabbed by her grandson Mitchell Reinacher.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he discussed potential collaboration with the US on "technology and innovation" during a conversation with Elon Musk. Modi shared a post on X on Friday detailing his telephone conversation with the tech billionaire and said they had revisited topics from their meeting in Washington earlier this year.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the U.S. may “move on” from trying to secure a Russia-Ukraine peace deal if there is no progress in the coming days, after months of efforts have failed to bring an end to the fighting.