3 h. ago The US has a single rare earths mine. Chinese export limits are energizing a push for more

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — America’s only rare earths mine heard from anxious companies soon after China responded to President Donald Trump’s tariffs this month by limiting exports of those minerals used for military applications and in many high-tech devices. “Based on the number of phone calls we’re receiving, the effects have been immediate,” said Matt […]

Economics

3 h. ago Ce jeune de 19 ans s'est débarrassé de son téléphone intelligent et il est beaucoup plus heureux

Un jeune cégépien de Montréal est plus heureux depuis qu’il s'est débarrassé de son téléphone intelligent, il y a deux ans.

Technology

3 h. ago Les Tesla de plus en plus délaissées au Québec: le mouvement anti

«Le Journal» a constaté que plusieurs voitures de la compagnie d’Elon Musk sont en vente dans les encans.

Other

7 h. ago Critique de «Le fil»: Daniel Auteuil livre un suspense troublant

Le film prend l'affiche le 18 avril.

Culture

14 h. ago Sentence expected in fiery Peace Arch border crash that killed B.C. pastor

Gurbinder Singh, 40, pleaded not guilty in 2024 to dangerous driving causing death in the explosive collision that left Pastor Tom Cheung dead on May 2, 2019.

Events

15 h. ago Woman, 2 young kids missing after trying to cross border into Canada: RCMP

RCMP say the three people are missing in the woods near the Quebec border with the U.S. after they were part of a group attempting to cross into Canada.

Society

17 h. ago Bell Canada launches its own new smartphone brand called Ahlo

Bell has launched a new smartphone brand called Ahlo.The carrier says the phone has been designed in Canada with "value-conscious users" in mind. That said, it's likely assembled in other parts of the world. So far, Bell hasn't shared the phone's manufacturer.The phone is now available for $270 outright or $1 per month at Bell or Virgin Plus (for a limited time) — a steal compared to $1,161 or $32 per month for the iPhone 16. You can also buy it through various Canadian retailers, but this deal price appears to be locked to Bell/Virgin's network.The new smartphone is aimed at "value-conscious users" with a far cheaper price tag than competitors.Here are some of its specs and features:6.58" FHD+ display50MP quad camera5,000 mAh battery5G connectivityFingerprint scannerAndroid 14 OSUSB-C connectivity (cable included)24-month warrantyThe phone will be available through Bell and its Virgin Plus flanker brand, as well as the following retailers:Best Buy ExpressThe Mo...

Culture

17 h. ago «Vos mots m’ont touché au plus haut point»: Josélito Michaud a reçu des centaines de témoignages depuis qu’il a annoncé être atteint de la maladie du trouble neurologique fonctionnel

Depuis l’annonce de sa maladie (trouble neurologique fonctionnel), Josélito Michaud reçoit des centaines de messages et témoignages.

Events

20 h. ago Canadians cancelling U.S. business trips amid tariff, border tensions

Canadians are cancelling business trips, withdrawing from conferences and avoiding future bookings to the U.S. as the backlash against Trump hits the world of corporate travel.

Economics

23 h. ago Canadians cancel U.S. business trips en masse amid tariff anger and border fear

MONTREAL — First came the tariff threats. Then the annexation taunts. But it wasn’t until reports surfaced about foreigners detained while trying to enter the U.S. that Oscar Acosta decided to call off trips to three business conventions south of the border. He was “undeterred until last month” — when the tech CEO read about […]

Economics

35 h. ago [VIDÉO] Policier heurté par le véhicule d’un fuyard: récit troublant d’une folle poursuite

Un agent de la SQ a raconté au tribunal comment, avec une jambe cassée, il a pu freiner une poursuite qui aurait pu se terminer en accident mortel.

Events

37 h. ago Canadian travel to U.S. takes dramatic nosedive approaching 900,000

Canadians are sticking to their guns amid the trade war between Canada and the United States, with travel to the U.S. plummeting drastically in the past month.New data from the U.S. Customs Border Patrol (CBP) shows that 4,105,516 people crossed the border from Canada to the U.S. in March.That's a drop of 864,844 visitors compared to the same month last year, which saw 4,970,360 Canadians travelling down south.CBPBroken down by modes of travel, 2.5 million people travelled from Canada to the U.S. by car in March 2025, compared to the 3.4 million passenger vehicles that crossed the northern border the same month last year. That's a 900,000 drop in visitors by land.CBPIn contrast, travel by air in March 2025 increased by about 47,000, with 923,000 people flying from Canada to the U.S. compared to 876,000 people in March 2024.Air travel seems to have increased despite Canadian airlines cutting thousands of seats to certain U.S. states in response to a significant dip in travel.CBPAside...

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38 h. ago This is what travelling to the U.S. is like as a Canadian right now

When I booked my flight from Canada to the United States last year, I didn't anticipate U.S. border rules to tighten so drastically.My friends had set an April 2025 date for their wedding in Orlando, Florida, well before Donald Trump became America's 47th president.Little did we know that his second term would usher in a trade war and heightened tensions for anyone travelling from Canada to the U.S.I started getting nervous about my travel plans after the terrifying story of a B.C. entrepreneur who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) went viral.Then, the federal government updated its U.S. travel advisory with a serious warning, saying it couldn't intervene if travellers don't meet entry and exit requirements.My anxiety went through the roof after interviewing an immigration lawyer about what Canadians should know before travelling down south.From authorized checks on electronic devices to the possibility of being denied and, worst case, detained, I worried tha...

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39 h. ago DOJ to sue Maine over trans women competing in female sports

The U.S. Justice Department said it will file a lawsuit against Maine over a state anti-discrimination law that allows transgender athletes to participate in girls’ and women’s sports. The move is part of a broad attack President Donald Trump’s government is waging against transgender women competing in female sports — which is rare but, has […]

Sport

42 h. ago Are Canadian golfers exempting Point Roberts from their U.S. travel ban? This golf course hopes so.

Golf course GM Tracy Evans has been talking to border officials hoping to ensure Canadians feel as welcomed as possible. "There are no tariffs on golf," she said.

Other

43 h. ago Canadian university staff advised to avoid travel to the U.S. over border 'difficulties'

The national voice for Canadian university teachers and other professionals has warned against travelling to America due to border "difficulties" and other developing issues.The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is warning academic staff to only travel to the U.S. if it's essential and necessary.CAUT says that the warning was sparked by the "rapidly evolving political landscape" in the States, which includes reports of individuals encountering difficulties when attempting to cross the border.The association has also stated that folks who fall into specific categories should "exercise particular caution." The categories include citizens or residents of a country identified in reports as "likely to be subject to a travel ban."It includes people who are citizens or residents of a country "where there are diplomatic tensions with the U.S," and those with passport stamps that show they've visited countries that may be subject to a trave...

Society

46 h. ago Aurora Mobile Launches Hong Kong Edition of JVerification to Streamline and Innovate Cross

SHENZHEN, China, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurora Mobile Limited (NASDAQ: JG) (“Aurora Mobile” or the “Company”), a leading provider of customer engagement and marketing technology services in China, today announced the official launch of the Hong Kong edition of its verification service, JVerification (“JVerification (HK)”). As digital transformation continues to accelerate globally, the […]

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54 h. ago Josélito Michaud atteint d’un trouble neurologique fonctionnel

L’animateur québécois Josélito Michaud a annoncé mardi soir être atteint d’un trouble neurologique fonctionnel (TNF).

Economics

55 h. ago Caught on camera: Fight breaks out on West Kelowna golf course

Cell phone video showing two men fighting at a West Kelowna golf course on Monday evening has begun circulating on social media. Police are investigating.

Other

58 h. ago Ontario land border crossings into U.S. are declining, data shows

Fewer Ontarians are heading south, according to U.S. data that shows land border crossings are on a steady decline, likely due to tariffs, rising costs and economic concerns.

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