Canada-US Tariffs Paused, US-Iran Truce Expires & Global Tensions Rise. ( Aug 19, 2026)

============================================================= Title: Canada-US Tariffs Paused, US-Iran Truce Expires & Global Tensions Rise. ( Aug 19, 2026) ======================================================== Welcome To Global Daily News With Betty ======================================================== Hook: Welcome to today's news rundown! 🎙️✨ Betty brings you the latest: President Trump hits the brakes on the sweeping 50% Canadian tariffs as trade talks near a deal. Meanwhile, global tensions spike as the US-Iran 60-day peace memorandum expires without a resolution. ============================================================= KEY-POINTS: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Intro: Welcome to Global Daily News with your host, Betty. - Ethiopian News Updates: The US officially ends TPS for Ethiopians, and the Tigray conflict escalates with a reported drone strike near Mekelle. - Middle East Tensions: The US strongly criticizes Israeli airstrikes on Syrian bases, plus an update on the UN aiding a Palestinian family trapped by settlers in Qusra. - Geopolitics: The US-Iran Memorandum expires without a deal, leading to heightened threats in the Strait of Hormuz. - Economy & Trade: A sigh of relief! The Canada-US trade talk final decision is delayed as 50% tariffs are paused. Also, a look at Ontario news with looming teacher strikes and federal infrastructure funding. - US-South Korea: Joint military drills are abruptly cut short by President Trump to maintain relations with North Korea. - Outro: Daily wrap-up and subscribe call to action. ========================================================= About Us: "Global Daily News" is your premier daily podcast for breaking international stories, Ethiopian updates, and the latest in tech and the economy. Hosted by Betty and her Crew Members, We bring you the most critical stories from around the world, Stories that are shaping our world. Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an update! =========================================================== [ Main Goal: Empowering people with trusted and accurate Informations at every single day.] ===========================================================