8 h. ago Yukon targets Elon Musk’s companies in response to U.S. tariffs

The Yukon government says it’s ending rebates for all Tesla products, as it targets companies associated with tech entrepreneur Elon Musk, who is also a senior adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump. A statement from Premier Ranj Pillai says the moves are in response to the latest round of tariffs imposed by the United States […]

Economics

40 h. ago Does a new government spending tracker backed by Canadian tech entrepreneurs have echoes of DOGE?

Public Service Notebook: Here are four public service updates you need to know.

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7 d. ago ECB’s Guindos Says It’s Too Soon to Predict April Rate Decision

It’s too early to say whether the European Central Bank should cut interest rates again next month or pause as global trade friction and government spending plans in Europe fuel uncertainty, Vice President Luis de Guindos said.

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7 d. ago U.S. economy grew 2.4% in the 4th quarter after upgrade from earlier estimate

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy expanded at a healthy annual 2.4% pace the last three months of 2024, supported by a year-end surge in consumer spending, the government said Thursday in a slight upgrade of its previous estimate of fourth-quarter growth. But it’s unclear whether the United States can sustain solid growth as President […]

Culture

8 d. ago Sweden plans largest military buildup since the Cold War amid Russia threat and uncertain US

STOCKHOLM, Sweden (AP) — Sweden’s prime minister said Wednesday his government aims to ramp up defense spending to a target of 3.5% of the Nordic country’s gross domestic product, marking its largest military buildup since the Cold War. Ulf Kristersson said the figure was based on an assessment of a new political and security backdrop […]

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2 w. ago New spending, tax changes: Highlights of the Manitoba provincial budget

The Manitoba government outlined major spending increases on capital projects and a mix of tax measures in its annual budget tabled Thursday.

Economics

2 w. ago Wombat snatcher breaks silence, blasts ‘hypocrisy’ of Australian government

Sam Jones' apology was overshadowed when she pointed the finger at the Australian government, claiming it spends millions on animal culling each year.

Politics

2 w. ago iFindCheaters: The Digital Infidelity Watchdog Transforming Relationship Transparency

Cutting-Edge Platform Empowers Individuals with Unparalleled Insights into Online Fidelity Phillipsburg, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an era where digital interactions shape the foundation of modern relationships, concerns about trust and transparency have reached an all-time high. Addressing these challenges head-on, iFindCheaters, founded by tech entrepreneur Rafal Orlik, introduces an innovative platform designed […]

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2 w. ago Musk meets with head of National Security Agency to ensure it is aligned with Trump

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk met this week with the leader of the National Security Agency, suggesting the nation’s spy services won’t escape the billionaire’s scrutiny as he looks to slash spending and personnel across the federal government. Musk met Wednesday with Gen. Timothy Haugh, who directs the NSA as well as U.S. Cyber Command, which […]

Society

3 w. ago Alberta spending millions in irrigation infrastructure to grow agriculture industry

How Canada Wins: Alberta's government is funding projects to bring more water to farmers and more money to the economy.

Economics

3 w. ago House votes for $1 billion in D.C. cuts while seeking to avert shutdown

House Republicans passed a spending bill Tuesday that, in seeking to avert a government shutdown, also would blow a more than $1 billion hole in D.C.’s budget, city officials said, as GOP lawmakers did not heed warnings from virtually the entire D.C. government that the impact on the nation’s capital would be “devastating.” The Republican […]

Economics

3 w. ago Republicans are marching ahead with a government funding bill despite Democratic opposition

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans will face a critical test of their unity when a spending bill that would avoid a partial government shutdown and keep federal agencies funded through September comes up for a vote. Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is teeing up the bill for a vote as soon as Tuesday despite the lack of […]

Politics

3 w. ago Musk eyes Social Security and benefit programs for cuts while claiming widespread fraud

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk pushed debunked theories about Social Security on Monday while describing federal benefit programs as rife with fraud, suggesting they will be a primary target in his crusade to reduce government spending. The billionaire entrepreneur, who is advising President Donald Trump, suggested that $500 billion to $700 billion in waste needed to […]

Events

3 w. ago Do public service managers spend more at the end of the year to secure bonuses?

Public Service Confidential answers a public servant frustrated with the government spending rush in March, who wonders if it's fair to taxpayers.

Politics

4 w. ago Trump, tariffs and potential European defense surge loom over European Central Bank meeting

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — The impact of a potential trade war with the United States and massive increases in European defense spending and government borrowing loom over a policy meeting Thursday at the European Central Bank, which is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point. Analysts are widely expecting a cut in […]

Economics

4 w. ago Germany to ease government debt limits in major step aimed at boosting economy, defense spending

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — The two political parties expected to form the next German government have agreed to loosen the country’s constitution restrictions on borrowing, enabling 1 trillion euros ($1.08 trillion) or more in spending on defense and infrastructure. It’s a major change in Germany’s debt-averse political culture. Intensifying debate over the debt brake throws […]

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