23 m. ago U.S. stocks fall after Trump escalates tariff war with Europe

The turbulence is because of uncertainty about how much pain Trump will let the economy endure through tariffs and other policies in order to reshape the country.

Economics

63 m. ago G7 foreign ministers start talks in Quebec as Joly pushes back on U.S. coercion

LA MALBAIE, QUE. — Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly said Thursday she’s focused on working with Canada’s peers to address global challenges as she welcomes her counterparts from the U.S., Europe and Japan to Quebec. “We must meet the moment,” Joly said as she opened the Group of Seven foreign ministers’ meeting. “We should not […]

Politics

85 m. ago Have capital gains to report? CRA says don’t file tax returns just yet

The Canada Revenue Agency says it's working to update its systems to reflect the current inclusion rate on capital gains after a last-minute reversal by the federal government. 

Economics

1 hour ago Trump, EU locked in tariff battle over U.S. whiskey, European wine

The European tariff, which was unveiled in response to steel and aluminum tariffs by the U.S. administration, was expected to go into effect on April 1.

Economics

1 hour ago EU and South Africa Pledge to Draw Closer as US Targets Both

The European Union and South Africa took another step toward shoring up a shaky relationship in a world where both are currently the target of US President Donald Trump’s unpredictable politics.

Other

2 h. ago UN report accuses Israel of sexual violence against Palestinians

GENEVA — United Nations-backed human rights experts on Thursday accused Israel of “the systematic use of sexual, reproductive and other gender-based violence” in its war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The allegations came in one of the most extensive reports of its kind on the issue since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack on southern […]

Events

2 h. ago Edmonton weather: Heavy snowfall dropping up to 20 cm with heavy winds

Here’s a look at Thursday’s Edmonton weather from Environment Canada. It’s currently -6 C at the Edmonton Blatchford weather station, with 18 km/h winds out of the east northeast and a wind chill of -13. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the areas […]

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2 h. ago German lawmakers debate loosening debt limits to spend more on defense as Europe’s worries grow

BERLIN (AP) — Germany ‘s likely next chancellor urged lawmakers Thursday to exempt some defense spending from the nation’s tight rules on running up debt, an issue of growing urgency as doubts increase about the U.S. commitment to European allies. The appeal comes amid long-term strains on the debt limits, and the recent shift in […]

Economics

2 h. ago Trump menace de taxer à 200 % le champagne et les vins européens

L’UE a annoncé mercredi des droits de douane sur une série de produits américains.

Economics

3 h. ago Trump threatens 200% tariff on European wine after EU proposes American whiskey tariff

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened a 200% tariff on European wine, champagne and spirits if the European Union goes forward with a planned tariff on American whiskey. The European tariff, which was unveiled in response to steel and aluminum tariffs by the U.S. administration, was expected to go into effect on April […]

Economics

3 h. ago Estonia Joins Calls on EU to Delay New Carbon Market for Fuels

Estonia joined other European Union nations in urging the bloc to delay or even scrap a new carbon market for transportation and heating fuels, on concerns it could boost energy costs.

Transport

3 h. ago Arctic Weather Blast to Put Strain on Europe’s Energy Systems

A blast of Arctic air will bring icy temperatures and low wind speeds to Europe over the next week, putting pressure on energy systems already struggling with depleted natural gas inventories.

Economics

3 h. ago Trump Vows 200% Tariff on EU Wine, Escalating Trade Tensions

President Donald Trump threatened to enact a 200% tariff on European wine, champagne and other alcoholic beverages, the latest escalation in a brewing trade war between the US and the EU.

Economics

3 h. ago Belgian prosecutors make arrests in corruption probe linked to European Parliament

BRUSSELS — Belgian federal prosecutors said Thursday they have arrested several individuals as part of a corruption probe linked to the European Parliament amid reports in local media that Chinese company Huawei bribed EU lawmakers. Some 100 federal police officers carried out 21 searches in Brussels as well as in Flanders, Wallonia and Portugal, the […]

Economics

3 h. ago Kane Biotech Secures IRB Approval to Launch Innovative DispersinB® Acne Trial

Kane to work with the University of Miami to study DispersinB® Acne Cleanser in mild to moderate Acne Vulgaris WINNIPEG, Manitoba, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kane Biotech Inc. (TSX-V:KNE OTCQB:KNBIF) (“Kane Biotech” or “Kane”) announces today that it has received approval from the Internal Review Board (“IRB”) of the University of Miami Health System […]

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4 h. ago La réplique européenne ne passe pas: Trump veut des tarifs de 200% sur le champagne et les vins

Donald Trump veut que l'UE retire ses droits de douane de 50% sur le whisky américain.

Economics

4 h. ago Moscou lance un avertissement: l'envoi de soldats de la paix en Ukraine ne passerait pas

La Russie considérerait l'envoi de soldats de la paix européens en Ukraine comme un «conflit armé direct» avec Moscou.

Events

4 h. ago ’Get ready for wild ride’: Weather Network issues Canada’s spring forecast

Canada’s recent flirtation with balmy temperatures will give way to spring’s characteristically volatile weather, the Weather Network’s chief meteorologist said, with a new seasonal forecast suggesting winter may still deliver some parting punches. Spring may be slightly chillier in Western Canada but otherwise close to normal in the rest of the country, the forecast suggests. […]

Other

4 h. ago Trump’s trade war looms over G7 foreign ministers meeting in Canada

A major foreign-policy summit is underway in Quebec Thursday, with the Liberals welcoming foreign ministers from the U.S., Europe and Japan.

Politics

5 h. ago Shell Delivered Record Amount of Marine LNG To Ships In 2024

Shell Plc said it delivered a record 1.1 million tons of marine liquefied natural gas to power vessels in 2024, as the world’s largest LNG player sees expanding use of the fuel that has become crucial to the energy transition.

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