7 h. ago U.S. stocks rally, but market outlook remains hazy amid Trump’s tariffs

The S&P 500 was one per cent higher in morning trading, a day after closing more than 10 per cent below its record for its first “ correction ” since 2023.

Economics

12 h. ago Gold Breaks Through $3,000 as Trump Turbocharges Record Rally

Gold prices passed $3,000 an ounce for the first time ever, driven higher by a central bank buying spree, economic fragility worldwide, and President Donald Trump’s attempts to rewrite the rules of global trade by imposing tariffs on allies and strategic rivals.

Economics

62 h. ago Absa CEO Says South Africa Needs Policy Certainty for Growth

The chief of South Africa’s third-biggest lender said policymakers need to use Wednesday’s budget to prioritize macroeconomic consistency in order to kickstart expansion.

Events

5 d. ago Recall Parliament so MPs can voice support for Canada under threat from Trump, Axworthy says

"Parliament should be meeting today," the elder statesman told a rally of 1,000 people in Ottawa Sunday.

Other

5 d. ago With U.S. threats of making Canada the 51st state, hundreds rally on Parliament Hill

OTTAWA — Hundreds of people gathered on Parliament Hill for the “Elbows up, Canada” rally as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens economywide tariffs and making the country into the 51st state. The “Elbows up, Canada” rally comes together after four days of planning, drawing big name speakers including former foreign affairs minister Lloyd Axworthy, Ottawa […]

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6 d. ago B.C. climate news: Climate plays second fiddle to economic, social priorities in B.C. budget | Researchers, doctors rally against Trump cuts

Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of March 3 to 9, 2025.

Society

9 d. ago Government worker complains senior climate change scientist was naked on video call

While waiting for the video meeting to start, a government worker claims a male senior scientist stood up on camera while naked from the waist down

Society

9 d. ago Dealmakers Are Losing Ground as Hopes of Trump Rally Fade Fast

The worst enemy of a booming market for mergers and acquisitions has always been uncertainty. That’s a problem for dealmakers, who were expecting a banner year under Donald Trump but have instead crashed into the harsh reality of the US president’s market-rattling trade wars and geopolitical clashes.

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9 d. ago B.C. government’s budget prioritizes tariff threat and strengthens, diversifies and responds to uncertainty: United Steelworkers

VICTORIA, British Columbia, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The United Steelworkers union (USW) acknowledges the difficult position facing the B.C. government in its 2025 budget and applauds the thoughtful, diligent focus on priorities by Minister of Finance Brenda Bailey. U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats and the imposition of tariffs have created uncertainty for important […]

Politics

9 d. ago B.C. Budget 2025: Climate plays second fiddle to economic, social priorities, say advocates

There is no mention of increased spending specifically tied to the province’s nascent flood plan or for reducing wildfire risks.

Society

1 week ago Warm Winnipeg weather to continue, but snow remains a wild card: climatologist

The mild end to February is expected to continue on into the beginning of March -- but while predicting the temperature is one thing, precipitation is much harder to forecast.

Society

1 week ago Trump sparks crypto rally by saying more coins to be in reserve

The announcements from Trump reconfirmed his loyalty to an industry that had showered him with donations

Technology

2 w. ago Gold Heads for Weekly Loss as Trump Tariff Threats Boost Dollar

Gold was on track for its first weekly loss this year as investors booked profits from a record-breaking rally amid increasing concern over President Donald Trump’s tariff agenda, which has strengthened the US dollar.

Economics

2 w. ago B.C. Climate News: UBC research finds plants are 'leaking' more water than thought | Decision finds old

Here's all the latest local and international news concerning climate change for the week of Feb. 17 to 23, 2025.

Society

2 w. ago Climate Change: UBC research finds plants are 'leaking' more water than thought

UBC researcher Sean Michaletz's study challenges a long-standing assumption about plant water loss. It could change how climate models predict future warming.

Society

3 w. ago PUMA’s Sustainability Efforts for Climate, Water Security and Forests Receive ‘Leadership Level’ Scores From CDP

HERZOGENAURACH, Germany — Sports company PUMA has received strongly improved scores for its sustainability efforts regarding water security and forests and maintained a top score for its climate policy in the latest ratings by global environmental non-profit CDP. While PUMA kept its A ranking in climate change, it improved its scores in water security and […]

Politics