11 m. ago RBA Sees Banks as Resilient to Chilling Effect of US Tariffs

US trade policies and nations’ responses to them could have a “chilling effect” on global business investment and household spending, though Australia’s financial system is well placed to weather such a storm, the Reserve Bank said in a half-yearly review.

Economics

93 m. ago Child pornography charges laid against Edmonton man in global crackdown

EDMONTON — An Edmonton man has been charged with child pornography offences after an investigation by police in Europe. The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team says a 36-year-old had been using “Kidflix,” considered to be one of the world’s largest platforms for sharing child pornography. They say the tip came from the National Child Exploitation […]

Events

2 h. ago Immigration officials raid Washington state roofing company and arrest over 3 dozen people

BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) — Federal immigration agents arrested 37 people Wednesday during a raid at a roofing business in northern Washington. Officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations and Customs and Border Patrol arrived at Mt. Baker Roofing’s warehouse around 7:30 a.m. in Bellingham, a city near the Canadian border. “They (law […]

Economics

2 h. ago North Dakota mayor resigns after sending video of himself masturbating to city attorney by mistake

MINOT, N.D. — The mayor of one of North Dakota’s largest cities resigned after an investigation into him mistakenly sending a lewd video to the city attorney.  Minot Mayor Tom Ross resigned Tuesday, the same day an investigative report was made public that found Ross sent a video of himself masturbating to City Attorney Stefanie […]

Other

2 h. ago NDP appoints health authority insider to root out waste in the provincial health authorities

Vaughn Palmer: For the past six years under the NDP, Penny Ballem has served as chair at Vancouver Coastal Health, one of six authorities targeted for eventual review

Science

4 h. ago Brad Pitt eyes ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ sequel at Netflix

You might have thought it was an April Fools’ prank, but the news appears to be true: Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is getting a sequel. According to The Playlist, who first reported the news, and Variety, Brad Pitt is set to reprise his role as stuntman Cliff Booth in a follow-up […]

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4 h. ago Appeal dismissed in ‘leveraged donation scheme’ that bilked ‘hundreds, even thousands’ of Canadian taxpayers

If something is ‘too good to be true ... it invariably is,’ the judge warned

Economics

6 h. ago Winnipeg officer won’t face charges after fatal shooting: police watchdog

Winnipeg police told the Independent Investigative Unit of Manitoba that a man tried to flee in a stolen pickup truck, pinning one officer against a fence.

Events

7 h. ago RCMP say they’re closer to solving Manitoba woman’s murder on anniversary of disappearance

RCMP say they've undertaken a complete review of the investigation into a Manitoba woman's death, and they're close to finding answers -- but are still seeking more information.

Events

8 h. ago Winnipeg cops say Agnes Street shooting now considered a homicide

Winnipeg police say a shooting early Tuesday on Agnes Street is being investigated as a homicide.

Events

8 h. ago Mitolyn Reviews (NEW MEDICAL ALERT): Doctor Uncovers the Truth About This Bio

SEATTLE, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — When it comes to weight loss supplements, consumer experiences and real-world results matter more than marketing hype. With Mitolyn gaining rapid attention, people are asking the same questions: Does Mitolyn actually work? Are the results consistent? What are real users saying about effectiveness and side effects (official source)? […]

Science

10 h. ago Alberta RCMP lay multiple theft and trafficking charges, looking for hit

Alberta RCMP laid several charges relating to theft on Tuesday, and are asking for the public’s help locating a suspect in a hit-and-run. Cochrane RCMP Crime Reduction Unit recover over $200,000 of stolen vehicles In January, Cochrane RCMP began investigating the re-vinning and fraudulent registration of stolen vehicles with assistance from community partners. The investigation […]

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11 h. ago Edmonton weather: A few light flurries before the true spring melt

A look at Wednesday’s Edmonton weather from Environment Canada. It’s -6 C at the Edmonton Blatchford weather station with 7 km/h winds out of the southeast and a wind chill of -9. Hump day is a fitting name for this particular Wednesday, as it’s the last hump to vault before we finally get to enjoy […]

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13 h. ago Rosebud Theatre's The Foreigner has a timely message, but still has its zany moments of comedy

Considering the growing mistrust of foreigners in America today, Larry Shue’s 40-year-old comedy The Foreigner is more relevant than ever. The last thing Charlie Baker (Nathan Schmidt) wants to do is spend three days interacting with the locals at the fishing lodge in Georgia where his friend Froggy LeSueur has booked him, so Froggy can […]

Culture

14 h. ago Relationships at the heart of Lunchbox Theatre's Please Return to Empire Video

Calgarian James Odin Wade’s Return to Empire Video is the final show in Lunchbox Theatre’s 50th anniversary season. His comedy is about loss of friends, relationships and technology. In this case, the technology is the VHS cassettes that were the home-entertainment staple of the 1980s and 1990s. His play is set in 2003, in smal-ltown […]

Culture

21 h. ago Nitric Boost Ultra Reviews (ALERT) Doctor Investigates the Truth Behind This Explosive Energy Supplement

SEATTLE, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — That’s what we’re here to uncover. Because while over 43,000 men have already made the switch to Nitric Boost Ultra, most have no idea why it’s gaining traction. A powder that claims to “restore energy, improve circulation, increase stamina, and boost intimate performance” sounds like every other supplement […]

Economics

22 h. ago Xiaomi Shares Erase Losses as Police Investigate EV Accident

Xiaomi Corp. shares rebounded from a selloff Wednesday, as investors continued to assess the company’s prospects amid a Chinese police probe into a deadly accident that involved one of its electric vehicles.

Events

23 h. ago GlucoTonic Reviews (DOCTOR INVESTIGATED): Is This Blood Sugar Breakthrough the Real Deal or Dangerous Hype

DENVER, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a world where energy crashes, brain fog, and stubborn belly fat are all-too-common symptoms of unchecked blood sugar fluctuations, a new formula is making massive waves. Meet GlucoTonic—a revolutionary, all-natural supplement engineered to support healthy blood sugar levels, fire up your metabolism, and melt away excess body […]

Economics

24 h. ago ProvaDent Reviews (DENTIST INVESTIGATED): Can This Oral Probiotic Really Strengthen Teeth and Reverse Years of Damage?

DENVER, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — If you’ve been brushing, flossing, rinsing—and still watching your dental health decline—there’s a reason. The truth is, most people never address the root cause of chronic oral problems. That’s where ProvaDent steps in. This oral probiotic formula isn’t your average minty gimmick or overpriced mouthwash—it’s being called the […]

Economics

27 h. ago ’JFK’ director Oliver Stone calls for a reinvestigation of Kennedy’s 1963 assassination

Oscar-winning director Oliver Stone, whose 1991 film “JFK” portrayed President John F. Kennedy’s assassination as the work of a shadowy government conspiracy, called Tuesday for a new congressional investigation of the killing during a hearing that aired conspiracy theories about it.  The freewheeling hearing of the House Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, […]

Economics