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Canada Trades with China Amid U.S. Turmoil; Protests Erupt

1/31/2026

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Canada signs a trade deal with China after U.S. President Donald Trump's unpredictable policies, which he calls a "disaster."
In Minnesota, federal agents shoot and kill Alex Pretti, prompting protests and contradicting the Trump administration's statements about Pretti's actions.
A poll shows 66% of Americans want to confront the nation's historical flaws.
In France, lawmakers seek to ban social media for children under 15, as President Emmanuel Macron argues protection from commercial exploitation.

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Story summary

Canada signs a trade deal with China after U.S. President Donald Trump's unpredictable policies, which he calls a "disaster."
In Minnesota, federal agents shoot and kill Alex Pretti, prompting protests and contradicting the Trump administration's statements about Pretti's actions.
A poll shows 66% of Americans want to confront the nation's historical flaws.
In France, lawmakers seek to ban social media for children under 15, as President Emmanuel Macron argues protection from commercial exploitation.