A US court has issued a temporary restraining order preventing Sarah Wynn-Williams, former Facebook global public policy director, from promoting her critical memoir, *Careless People*. Meta, Facebook’s parent company, claims the book contains false and defamatory statements, while Wynn-Williams’ publisher, Macmillan, asserts her right to free speech. The order, issued by the American Arbitration Association, prohibits further distribution and requires retraction of previous disparaging comments. Wynn-Williams’ book details her seven years at Facebook, including allegations of collaboration with the Chinese government and investor misleading, claims Meta denies.
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Trump’s announcement to double tariffs on Canadian metals to 50% is causing a significant uproar. This drastic move, scheduled to take effect the following morning, is poised to dramatically escalate existing trade tensions between the US and Canada. The stated justification centers on Canada’s imposition of a surcharge on electricity exports to the US. This, according to the announcement, necessitates retaliatory measures.
The potential economic consequences are far-reaching and unsettling. The 50% tariff on steel and aluminum will undoubtedly impact American industries heavily reliant on these Canadian imports, leading to increased production costs and potentially impacting job security. The ripple effect would be felt across numerous sectors, from construction and manufacturing to the automotive industry.… Continue reading