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On July 9, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1905, Clarence Campbell, Canadian ice hockey player and referee (died 1984) was born. In 1936, June Jordan, American poet and educator (died 2002) was born. In 1954, Kevin O'Leary, Canadian journalist and businessman was born. In 1955, Lindsey Graham, American lawyer and politician was born. In 1967, Fatima Jinnah, Pakistani dentist and politician (born 1893) passed away. In 1999, Robert de Cotret, Canadian politician, 56th Secretary of State for Canada (born 1944) passed away. In 2004, Paul Klebnikov, American journalist and historian (born 1963) passed away. In 2005, Chuck Cadman, Canadian engineer and politician (born 1948) passed away. In 2011, South Sudan gains independence and secedes from Sudan. In 2015, Saud bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Arabian economist and politician, Saudi Arabian Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1940) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Canada wants broader Saudi ties, won't lecture from 'afar': Carney

Al-Monitor

July 9, 2026

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Canada wants closer ties with Saudi Arabia and will not lecture about rights from afar, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday during the first visit to the kingdom by a Canadian premier in 25 years. Carney's office said the prime minister and crown prince will finalize a deal next year that will make it easier for Canadian businesses to expand into Saudi Arabia.

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