Three Premier League talking points

London (AFP) – Liverpool took a huge step towards winning a record-equalling 20th English title as the Premier League leaders took advantage of Arsenal’s costly defeat.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring against Manchester City

US tariffs threat a 'shock' to Canadian businesses

Montreal (AFP) – Donald Trump’s threats of import tariffs have sent shockwaves through Canada, forcing businesses to question their dependence on the United States — a reassessment that is creating headaches for many sectors.

A truck prepares to enter the United States at a border crossing in Blackpool, Canada, a country which has vowed to hit back if Washington goes ahead with 25 percent tariffs on Canadian imports

Mourinho eyes Europa League run with Fenerbahce

Paris (AFP) – Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce are poised to progress to the last 16 of the Europa League when they visit Anderlecht on Thursday as the Portuguese coach targets a sixth European trophy of his storied managerial career.

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce are well placed to reach the last 16 of the Europa League

US lawmakers confirm Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary

Washington (AFP) – The US Senate voted Tuesday to confirm Wall Street billionaire Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary, a key step towards the rollout of President Donald Trump’s “America First” trade agenda, which uses tariffs as a broad negotiation tool.

US President Donald Trump announces reciprocal tariffs from the White House Oval Office on February 13, 2025 as Howard Lutnick looks on