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Daily news brief — 24 February 2026

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01world

At Least 73 Killed in Mexico as Jalisco Cartel Retaliates for Leader 'El Mencho's' Death

At least 73 people have been killed in Mexico as the Jalisco New Generation Cartel launched retaliatory attacks following the reported death of its leader, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho.' The violence has spread across multiple regions.

Why it matters

The death of a major cartel leader often triggers prolonged instability. This wave of violence signals a potentially dangerous power vacuum in one of Mexico's most powerful criminal organizations.

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  • CTV News
02world

Trump Announces 15% Global Tariffs After Supreme Court Blocks Emergency Powers

President Trump announced sweeping 15% global tariffs after the Supreme Court blocked his use of emergency powers to implement broader trade measures. The ruling limits executive authority, forcing a legislative or alternative path forward.

Why it matters

The decision reshapes the balance of trade power between branches, with potential ripple effects on global markets and U.S. trade policy.

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  • CTV News
03world

Canadians Stranded in Mexico Amid Cartel Retaliation Following Drug Lord Killing

Canadians traveling in Mexico face heightened safety risks following cartel retaliation after the killing of a prominent drug lord. Violence has intensified in several regions, leaving some travelers stranded or seeking safe evacuation routes.

Why it matters

Travelers to Mexico should monitor official advisories closely, as cartel activity can escalate quickly and affect tourist areas.

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  • Global News

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04businessCovered by 2 outlets

US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Tariffs, Citing Overreach of Emergency Powers

The US Supreme Court has struck down tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, ruling they exceeded the legal boundaries of presidential emergency powers. The decision marks a significant check on executive authority over trade policy.

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Blue Owl Capital Halts Redemptions on Private Credit Fund, Shares Plunge 6%

Blue Owl Capital has suspended redemptions on one of its private credit funds, triggering a 6% drop in its share price. The move restricts investors from withdrawing capital, raising concerns about liquidity in the private credit market.

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  • ATB Financial
06markets

TSX Ends Strong Week Led by Shopify Rebound, S&P 500 by Industrials

Canada's TSX closed a strong week, lifted by a rebound in Shopify shares, while the S&P 500 was driven higher by gains in the industrials sector. Both markets posted positive weekly performances amid cautious optimism.

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  • ATB Financial
07tech

Defense Secretary Summons Anthropic CEO Over Military Claude Use Amid Supply Risk

Defense Secretary has summoned Anthropic's CEO to discuss military use of Claude AI amid concerns over supply reliability. The meeting signals growing government interest in AI systems for defense applications and raises questions about readiness.

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Autodesk Invests $200 Million in World Labs to Advance Physical-World AI

Autodesk has committed $200 million to World Labs, an AI startup focused on building spatial intelligence and physical-world AI models. The investment signals growing industry confidence in AI that understands and generates 3D environments, moving beyond text and image generation.

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  • Metrology News
09markets

WTI Crude Climbs Above $66 on US-Iran Tensions and Middle East Military Buildup

WTI crude oil rose above $66 per barrel amid escalating US-Iran tensions and a reported military buildup in the Middle East. Traders are pricing in potential supply disruption risk from the region.

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  • ATB Financial
10tech

OpenAI Launches Frontier Alliance Partners for Enterprise AI Deployment

OpenAI has launched Frontier Alliance Partners, a program designed to help enterprises deploy AI solutions at scale. The initiative connects businesses with vetted partners to support implementation and integration of OpenAI's technology.

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