The Big Story Big Headlines: Carney touches down in India for high-profile talks and Netflix pulls out of Warner Brothers bidding
Feb 27, 2026
Trade and high-level talks between Canada and India take center stage, including safety and security concerns. Shifts in travel plans as cartel violence alters Canadians' vacation choices. Netflix bows out of a major bidding war for Warner Bros., with politics and price in play. New polling shows varied support for unity across provinces, and a Canadian faces tough conditions in US immigration detention.
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Carney Balances Trade Push With Security Talks
- Mark Carney's India trip balances economic outreach with security concerns over past alleged interference.
- Carney meets business leaders in Mumbai then Narendra Modi in New Delhi as Canada seeks a comprehensive trade deal by year-end.
Canadians Rethink Mexico After Violence
- Canadians are avoiding many Mexican destinations after cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta and other incidents.
- Travel agents report even regular Cancun and Riviera Maya travelers are rethinking bookings and shifting to Dominican Republic or Jamaica.
Netflix Drops Out Over Price And Politics
- Netflix abandoned bidding for Warner Brothers Discovery citing price and regulatory delays tied to a politically backed rival.
- Paramount Skydance's $111 billion backing and Trump support made a prolonged regulatory fight likely for Netflix.