Dyer: Trump enters protection rackets game

The London Free Press
What’s the difference between smash-and-grab raids and protection rackets? Not all that much from the legal point of view, but protection rackets have a lower level of risk and a higher rate of returns.
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Tallman: New religion of ‘Trumpianity’ diametrically opposed to Christianity

The London Free Press
When genuine religion wanes, people tend to make politics their religion, and the nation becomes an idol, that is, something people use to replace God. “Christian nationalism,” which is rampant in the United States right now, is idolatry. People are more dedicated to the nation than to truth and God. However, God is bigger than […]
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What are ‘galloping powerlines’ and why are they a problem in London?

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What’s behind London’s long power failures during this month’s big snowstorm?
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Baranyai: Doug Ford’s hot-mic moments revealing, not endearing

The London Free Press
Twenty years ago, the future King Charles was caught on a hot mic during a ski trip with his sons, William and Harry.
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Cornies: Doug Ford denies voters debate on provincial issues

The London Free Press
Ontarians can be forgiven for sleepily stumbling toward the ballot box on Thursday, that's how stupefying the current campaign has been, set against the backdrop of Trump 2.0.
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At London-area hospitals, winter injuries pile up like snowbanks

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An old-fashioned winter like we haven't seen in years has led to piles of snow and ice, potential hazards for anyone braving the outdoors.
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At London-area hospitals, winter injuries pile up like snowbanks

The London Free Press
An old-fashioned winter like we haven't seen in years has led to piles of snow and ice, potential hazards for anyone braving the outdoors.
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London’s steel industry sweats as Donald Trump vows 25% tariff: ‘Anxiety’

The London Free Press
London’s steel industry fears a tariff trade war between the U.S, and Canada will mean higher prices and dwindling demand for their products. The U.S. government has threatened a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum imports starting March 12. Canada has promised reciprocal tariffs on steel and aluminum coming here from America. […]
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Letters to the Editor: February 20, 2025

The London Free Press
Use real money
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$7B EV battery plant looms large in south London industrial project

The London Free Press
The lure of landing new jobs tied to Volkswagen’s $7-billion EV battery plant is driving a move by city councillors to seek the province’s help in fast-tracking a proposed industrial development south of Highway 401. City council’s planning and environment committee voted unanimously Wednesday for the city to request a minister’s zoning order (MZO) to […]
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Ontario election: Five things to know about early voting

The London Free Press
Three days of advance polling in Ontario’s Feb. 27 election open Thursday. Here’s all you need to know if you want to cast your ballot ahead of time. Jonathan Juha reports.  THE BIG PICTURE  With one week to go in Ontario’s snap election, its first mid-winter vote in 44 years and the first early election […]
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Trade barriers: Red tape between provinces costing London area $1.4B

The London Free Press
Barriers to trading goods between provinces could be costing the wider London area as much as $1.4 billion in lost production a year, a national economist says.
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