Global National: Oct. 18, 2025 | No Kings protests aimed at Trump call for end to authoritarian rule

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChLtXXpo4Ge1ReTEboVvTDg https://ift.tt/eYz9d20 Millions of people across the U.S. and cities around the world took part in a new round of ‘No Kings’ protests this weekend. The mass movement, spanning more than 2,500 demonstrations, drew massive crowds. Demonstrators are calling for an end to what they describe as authoritarian rule, accusing U.S. President Donald Trump of abusing his power. Republicans have dismissed the events as ‘hate America rallies.’ Candice Cole reports. U.S. President Donald Trump just signed off on 25 per cent tariffs on medium and heavy truck imports starting next month. Now, there are exemptions on vehicles compliant with the CUSMA free trade agreement, but there are new questions on Canada’s response to tariff threats. As Mackenzie Gray reports, it appears the Carney government has quietly dropped more levies. Nearly 140 days after he went missing, Edmonton police are sharing more details into the discovery of Samuel Bird’s remains. They’re also revealing more what led to the arrest of the man accused of second-degree murder in the 14-year-old’s death. Sarah Komadina reports. Economic uncertainty reigns supreme and that’s fuelled the rush to buy gold. The price of the precious metal topped $4,300 an ounce this week, which is a new record. Gold is considered by many investors as a safe haven for their money and it's viewed as a hedge against inflation. Now, as the U.S. government shutdown continues, concerns about the health of regional banks in the U.S. remain. For more info, please go to https://ift.tt/sBv39Ki Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews