4 h. ago Return of Cheaper Gas Hasn’t Solved Europe’s Industrial Crisis

Natural gas prices in Europe have fallen close to levels not seen since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. That should be a tonic for the continent’s battered manufacturers, but may be coming too late.

Economics

6 h. ago Shock Departure Leaves Woodside Without Its Key Gas Champion

The surprise exit of Woodside Energy Group Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Meg O’Neill leaves her successor with a dilemma: should the Australian company continue down the path she set of promoting massive liquefied natural gas projects when forecasts point to a glut and lower prices?

Sport

7 h. ago Nickel Extends Rebound After Indonesia Signals Mine Output Cut

Nickel advanced for a third day, extending its rebound from an eight-month low on the prospect of reduced supply from top producer Indonesia.

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9 h. ago Small Alberta business owner caught up in a Trump tariff nightmare

'Like pulling hen's teeth': That's how one Alberta small business owner describes her struggle to get answers about a big tariff bill after a recent sale to an American customer.

Economics

11 h. ago Japan’s Inflation Holds Steady at 3% Ahead of Expected BOJ Hike

Japan’s key inflation gauge stayed at 3% for a second month, signaling sustained price pressure hours before the Bank of Japan is widely expected to boost borrowing costs to the highest level in three decades.

Economics

11 h. ago California Cuts PG&E’s and Edison’s Profits for Grid Investments

California regulators reduced the profit that utilities are allowed to make on infrastructure investments in an effort to rein in soaring electricity bills.

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13 h. ago TSX, U.S. markets gain ground Thursday following U.S. inflation report

TORONTO — Stock markets in Canada and the U.S. rose on Thursday following the release of key U.S. economic data. Investors sifted through an encouraging report on inflation that could help the U.S. Federal Reserve keep cutting interest rates next year. Markets love lower rates because they can boost the economy and prices for investments, […]

Economics

14 h. ago Instacart settles with FTC over deceptive practices but faces separate investigation into prices

Delivery company Instacart will pay $60 million in customer refunds under a settlement reached with the Federal Trade Commission over alleged deceptive practices. The FTC said Thursday that Instacart has been falsely advertising free deliveries. The San Francisco-based company isn’t clearly disclosing service fees, which add as much as 15% to an order and must […]

Economics

14 h. ago Northern mine lands $115M federal loan as global diamond prices face tariff hit

OTTAWA — The owner of a mine in Northwest Territories will receive a $115 million loan from the federal government to keep operations running as U.S. tariffs depress the global diamond market. Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Ltd., a subsidiary of Australia’s Burgundy Diamond Mines Ltd., operates the Ekati mine in the Lac de Gras region […]

Economics

15 h. ago Santa, elves sought in alleged Montreal grocery theft described as political act

MONTREAL — In what activists have described as a Robin Hood-inspired theft at a Montreal grocery store this week, several dozen people dressed as Santa and elves allegedly shoplifted thousands of dollars worth of food in an effort to denounce rising prices. A group called Robin des Ruelles — Robins of the alleys _ has […]

Politics

15 h. ago Carney says U.S. tariff reprieve ‘unlikely’ to happen before CUSMA review talks

Before Trump suspended negotiations, Carney said on Thursday the two countries were "close" to reaching an agreement

Economics

15 h. ago 'I can breathe now': CHEO nurse able to stay in Canada after work permit extended

This CHEO nurse and his family have another year to work toward permanent residency after his work permit was extended for another year.

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16 h. ago Amid a wave of mortgage renewals, borrowers will have leverage in 2026

Mortgage holders may be offered better rates or perks to stay

Events

16 h. ago S&P 500 Rises on Easing US Inflation Data, Upbeat Tech Outlook

Stocks advanced on Thursday as a cooler-than-expected inflation report lifted hopes that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates further. An optimistic outlook in the tech sector also boosted sentiment.

Economics

17 h. ago Canada, U.S. may not get sectoral deals before CUSMA renewal, Carney says

In October, U.S. President Donald Trump cancelled trade talks with Canada after Ontario aired an anti-tariff ad featuring former U.S. president Ronald Reagan.

Transport

18 h. ago Boxing Day still packs punch for Canadian shoppers, study says

About 8.6 million consumers are expected to participate this year despite rise of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

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18 h. ago Toronto Raptors reportedly interested in trade for LaMelo Ball

Is there a world where we could possibly see LaMelo Ball playing in a Toronto Raptors uniform?Though that situation may never come to fruition, the Raptors reportedly expressed trade interest in the supposedly disgruntled Charlotte Hornets point guard this past offseason. The 24-year-old, who has struggled to stay healthy early in his NBA career, was an All-Star back in 2022."Speaking of trade interest, the Toronto Raptors checked in on the availability of Ball over the summer," NBA insider Michael Scotta of HoopsHype wrote.Ball, who is currently out with an ankle injury he sustained against the Raptors earlier this month, is averaging 19.4 points through 16 games this season. The 2024-25 campaign, in which he was limited to 47 games, saw him average a career-high 25.2 points.Though his point totals have dropped slightly this season, he's currently averaging what would stand as a career-high 8.5 assists.Ball, drafted third overall in 2020, has an extremely high skill s...

Economics

18 h. ago Here Are the Key Takeaways From the US CPI Report for November

Here are the key takeaways from the US consumer price index report for November, released Thursday:

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19 h. ago These new Ottawa lattes skip coffee and borrow from Korean winter drinks

At Sharpfle Waffle, beverages inspired by Korean desserts and drinks are as tasty as they are innovative

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19 h. ago Jose Berrios speaks for first time since Toronto Blue Jays' playoff run

Jose Berrios sat down for his first interview since being left off the Toronto Blue Jays' postseason roster.The 31-year-old, who had been a staple in the Blue Jays' starting rotation since being acquired in a trade partway through the 2021 season, struggled immensely over the second half of 2025.Berrios wasn't just getting knocked around, but also noticed a decline in his velocity. Shortly after being demoted to a bullpen role, he was placed on the injured list due to, as he put it, a variety of ailments."I've been battling all year long with my elbow, my bicep, but with the way my team was competing out there, I was trying to trying to [stay] out there," Berrios said in an appearance on MLB Network. Berrios has taken plenty of heat for his distance from the team during their historic run to the World Series this past fall. He maintained, however, that his absence was simply due to his injury, rather than frustration over his demotion."L...

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