Volkswagen Tayron first drive: all the space, none of the Iguanas

What’s this new car all about then? While the Volkswagen Tayron lands at the same time that the company’s large SUV, the Touareg, is entering the end of its run, it isn’t a replacement for the Touareg. Rather, the Tayron replaces the Tiguan...

Mexico’s footwear industry could benefit from US tariffs. But it’s not

Monterrey, Mexico – Juan Alvarado has owned a small shoe manufacturing business in Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico’s shoe manufacturing capital, for more than 15 years. But the current trade and political tensions in US-Mexico relations, coupled with...

Trump cuts off trade talks with Canada over Reagan tariff ad

President Trump said Thursday he was cutting off trade negotiations with Canada, citing an ad campaign that used former President Reagan’s warnings about the long-term risks of tariffs amid the trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada. Trump in a...

Toyota plans to import US-made models to Japan

Toyota Motor is gearing up to start shipments of American-made models to Japan. The company says the imports are aimed at helping to cut the US trade deficit. Japan's government pledged to ease trade tension as part of a tariff deal, backed by the...

Trump escalates Canada-US trade war, as Ottawa prepares class-war budget

US President Donald Trump meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the White House Oval Office, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. [AP Photo/Evan Vucci]US President Donald Trump has canceled all trade negotiations with Canada and said he is slapping...

All the key moments from the Mexico City GP

The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez again hosted another unforgettable weekend at the Mexico City Grand Prix, with a commanding victory for Lando Norris helping the McLaren driver to retake the lead in the World Championship. There were varied...

Business Bites: Barajas Mexican Bar & Grill in Pequot Lakes to close

Following are bites of business happenings in the northern lakes area. Barajas Mexican Bar & Grill in Pequot Lakes is closing. The restaurant's last day will be Friday, Oct. 31, with a Halloween party and meat raffle. The Pequot Lakes bobber tower...

Fifa, the little club that became a corporate beast

In various interviews with members of Fifa, the world governing body of football, Prof Alan Tomlinson has noticed a peculiar but telling reaction. Video:Inside the National Deputy Sports Editor Kevin Affleck speaks about the transfer talk, UAE...

Clarification on Exemptions from USTR

USTR Action on Chinese vessels & operators – Clarification on the implementation of the proposed charges. On 10 October 2025 the United States Trade Representative (USTR), issued a Notice of Modification and Proposed Modification of Section 301...

Lando Norris takes F1 world championship lead after dominant display in Mexico

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Lando Norris boos from Mexican fans slammed by F1 pundits: ‘I hate it’

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Lando Norris shrugs off being booed after winning in Mexico to lead championship

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Dozens arrested during investigation into Northeast Wisconsin drug ring

Fifteen people were arrested in the Fox Valley Oct. 29 as a result of a 14-month investigation into a large-scale drug trafficking organization with ties to Mexican drug cartels, according to the Brown County Sheriff's Office. Charges will be...

Canada, Mexico deepen trade ties; Carney says country can’t rely on US alone

Canada and Mexico have agreed to deepen trade ties as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the country “can’t rely” on the U.S. alone as a trade partner. Canada is the U.S.’s largest source of seafood, exporting USD 3.9 billion (EUR 3.7...

Chipotle's expectations for the year turn negative after a disappointing third quarter

Traffic was down 0.8% in the third quarter. | Photo: Shutterstock. Chipotle downgraded its expectations for the year—again—after a disappointing third quarter, saying consumers troubled by the economy are dining out less often. The fast-casual...

Why Lewis Hamilton got a 10-second time penalty at Mexico GP

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F1 standings after Mexico GP as Lando Norris overtakes Oscar Piastri in title race

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Mexico and the African Union: Two decades of shared commitment

In October 2025, Mexico proudly commemorates 20 years of its status as a Permanent Observer to the African Union (AU). This milestone reflects not only a diplomatic relationship built on respect and dialogue, but also a shared commitment to...

Mexico Has “Surplus Diesel” To Export to Cuba Because It Also Buys From the US

Expert Jorge Piñón questions the MCCI data on exports of crude oil and derivatives worth 3 billion dollars between May and August 2025 “Thanks to these imports from the US, Mexico can afford to export diesel to Cuba,” explains Jorge Piñón. / EFE...

Tanker Market: VLCCs Corrected Last Week

Clean LR2 MEG LR2 freight resurged this week as the vessel size gained strength in the region.The TC1 75kt MEG/Japan index added 17 points up to WS121 with the corresponding TCE returns climbing to $26,300/day basis Baltic Description. A voyage...