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Ford Hit by Tariffs; Boston Dynamics CEO Steps Down

Ford Motor Company reported a $900 million hit from unexpected tariffs last year, while Boston Dynamics announced its CEO is stepping down, and Colombian President Gustavo Petro revealed he survived an assassination attempt, according to multiple news sources. These developments, along with a reminder from Mark Carney to Donald Trump about a key border bridge and a French appeal for witnesses in a mass abuse case, highlight a busy news cycle.

Ford executives stated the carmaker's tariff costs were significantly higher than anticipated due to a last-minute change in the Trump administration's tariff relief program, according to BBC Business. The program was designed to help car companies offset levies on imported parts. However, a later effective date for the policy led to fewer benefits than expected, according to Ford CEO Jim Farley.

In other news, Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter announced his departure after 30 years at the robotics company, as reported by TechCrunch. Amanda McMaster, the company's CFO, will serve as interim CEO while a replacement is sought. Boston Dynamics acknowledged Playter's contributions, calling him "an icon of the global robotics industry."

Colombian President Gustavo Petro disclosed he escaped an assassination attempt while traveling by helicopter, as reported by Al Jazeera. Petro said his helicopter was unable to land due to fears of an attack, and he had previously warned about an alleged plot by drug traffickers.

Meanwhile, Mark Carney reminded Donald Trump that Canada paid for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a key border crossing, after Trump threatened to block its opening, according to The Guardian. Carney said he had a positive conversation with Trump, emphasizing Canada's financial contribution and shared ownership of the structure.

Finally, French prosecutors appealed for witnesses in a case involving a 79-year-old former teacher, Jacques Leveugle, accused of abusing 89 minors, as reported by Euronews. The man has also confessed to two mercy killings. Prosecutors are seeking additional testimony from potential victims in the mass abuse case.

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