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Google Maps wades into Great Lake name dispute

16 days ago 1:55

Google Maps labeled Lake Ontario as "Lake America" for U.S. users after an order from President Donald Trump that was rejected by Canada.

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Plus, the death toll from last week's catastrophic flooding in Nepal and Tibet tops 900. And Google Maps now shows U.S. users “Lake America” instead of Lake Ontario.

Aug 31, 2026 8:54

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The change comes amid a trade war between the U.S. and Canada, as both countries have imposed 50% tariffs on each other.

Aug 27, 2026 2:17

Trump renames Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ in new executive order

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused the Trump administration of wanting to “destroy our major industries.”

Aug 25, 2026 2:41

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Aug 28, 2026 10:11

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Aug 22, 2026 3:30

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“South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone renamed the show “South America” in a satirical jab at Trump’s map changes.

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