The US House of Representatives voted to overturn Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, while also seeing a surprise growth in US jobs in January, according to recent reports. The House vote, which saw six Republican lawmakers join Democrats, passed with a vote of 219 to 211. However, the resolution's future remains uncertain as it requires approval from the Senate and, ultimately, President Trump, who is unlikely to sign it into law, according to BBC World.
The vote came amidst Trump's ongoing imposition of tariffs on Canada, including a recent threat of a 100% import tax in response to Canada's proposed trade deal with China. As the vote took place, Trump posted on Truth Social.
In other economic news, the US job market showed unexpected strength in January, adding 130,000 jobs, according to the Labor Department, as reported by BBC Business. This growth helped lower the unemployment rate to 4.3%. This follows a weak year for new jobs in 2025, with only 181,000 jobs added, the weakest since the Covid-19 pandemic. The White House has pushed back against concerns, arguing that the economy is still strong.
Meanwhile, in the UK, Apple and Google have agreed to make changes to their app stores following intervention from the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), as reported by BBC Technology. The tech giants committed to not giving preferential treatment to their own apps and will be transparent about how others are approved for sale. The CMA's head, Sarah Cardell, said the proposed commitments "will boost the UK's app economy."
In the business sector, hospitality bosses have urged the government to scrap proposals for a tax on holidays in England, according to BBC Business. Over 200 hospitality and leisure bosses have voiced their concerns, arguing that the proposed "modest" tourist tax would drain money from local businesses. Major holiday providers, including Butlin's and Hilton, have expressed their opposition. "Holidays are for relaxing, not taxing," they said.
Also, senior Co-op staff have complained of a "toxic culture" at the executive level of the 180-year-old member-owned food and services group, according to BBC Business. A letter to Co-op board members complained of "fear and alienation" among senior staff. Several sources said a culture that discourages challenge has led to poor decisions, sinking morale, and a sharp drop in profits.
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