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- South Carolina designated as first state for 2028 Democratic presidential primary
- Preliminary report reveals cause of passenger being sucked out of Ryanair window
- Ukraine strikes Russian Progress Rocket Centre with missiles, says Zelenskyy
- Moroccan police detain over 100 migrants attempting to reach Ceuta
- Port of Montreal expansion begins with construction of stone work jetty
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Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Canada-U.S. trade agreement should include auto sector, says Brampton mayor
August 16, 2026
1:00 am
The U.S. government has stated that proposed tariffs will remain in place until retaliatory measures are lifted, emphasising that resolution of the issue is contingent on this condition being met before any potential agreement can be finalised.
South Carolina designated as first state for 2028 Democratic presidential primary
August 15, 2026
11:00 pm
Democrats have approved a new presidential primary calendar for 2028, placing South Carolina first on January 22, followed by Nevada and others through February. This shift aims to better reflect the party’s diverse voter base, moving away from the traditional influence of Iowa and New Hampshire.
Preliminary report reveals cause of passenger being sucked out of Ryanair window
August 15, 2026
10:00 pm
Investigators confirm a Ryanair flight experienced cabin depressurisation due to engine fan-blade failure, leaving a passenger partially out of a broken window.
Ukraine strikes Russian Progress Rocket Centre with missiles, says Zelenskyy
August 15, 2026
9:00 pm
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced strikes on key Russian military sites, including the Progress Rocket and Space Centre in Samara, using FP-5 Flamingo cruise missiles. The operation aimed to reduce Russian military capabilities and was part of Ukraine’s strategy to pressure Moscow amid ongoing hostilities.
Moroccan police detain over 100 migrants attempting to reach Ceuta
August 15, 2026
8:00 pm
Moroccan police arrested over 100 migrants attempting to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, as authorities deployed hundreds to manage large crowds reportedly from sub-Saharan Africa. This action follows a disinformation campaign on social media encouraging migration, amid ongoing tensions concerning border security.
Port of Montreal expansion begins with construction of stone work jetty
August 15, 2026
7:00 pm
Construction has commenced on a stone work jetty in the river at Contrecoeur, situated downstream from Montreal. This development follows recent preparatory efforts at the site, marking a significant progress in the project aimed at enhancing the local infrastructure.
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