The BC Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA), along with three individual plaintiffs, has initiated legal action against the City of Vancouver, challenging the municipality’s bylaw prohibiting daytime outdoor sheltering. The lawsuit alleges that the ban infringes upon fundamental rights guaranteed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, characterizing the policy as “cruel, dehumanizing, and deadly.” The BCCLA contends that the ban, enforced through daily sweeps and confiscation of personal belongings, exposes vulnerable individuals to heightened risks and deprives them of basic human dignity. This legal challenge marks a significant escalation in the ongoing debate surrounding homelessness and the city’s approach…

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The burgeoning trade tensions between the United States and Brazil underscore a broader shift in global economic dynamics and the potential for escalating trade disputes under the “America First” policy of former US President Donald Trump. President Lula da Silva’s firm stance on reciprocal tariffs against potential US trade actions reflects a growing assertiveness among Latin American nations unwilling to passively accept protectionist measures. This stance also serves as a potential template for other countries in the region navigating the complexities of trade relations with the US. Trump’s frequent use of tariff threats as a negotiating tactic, aimed at compelling…

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