8 h. ago Weary Malawians look to this week’s presidential election as nation grapples with an economic crisis

BLANTYRE, Malawi (AP) — Malawi is holding a presidential election this week as one of Africa’s poorer countries grapples with an economic crisis, food and fuel shortages — and memories of a vote six years ago that was canceled and a redo ordered because of widespread irregularities. Incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera, a former theology instructor […]

Politics

30 h. ago Here’s what’s happening in currency markets and more: FP video

Watch: Plus, how Ottawa's five nation-building projects could be a game changer for Canada's economy

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30 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: Weak Jobs, Steady Inflation Seal Fed Rate Cut

A record downward revision to annual US job growth, paired with no surprises in the latest inflation data, sealed the deal for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week.

Economics

36 h. ago 10 condos you can buy for less than $400k in downtown Toronto right now

Toronto's real estate market is in an unprecedented downward spiral which continues to scare away buyers worried about what snail-paced sales and a growing backlog of listings will mean for their future investment.But, for those brave enough to fulfill their dream of property ownership amid such an uncertain market (and economy in general), there are some serious deals to be had, with house, townhome and condo prices inching downward, in some cases to levels not seen in many years.For the first time in a long time, units in downtown T.O. are getting snagged for around the $350,000 mark — one, in fact, sold for only $295,000 this week — with dozens currently available in the $300k range, which would have been unheard of just a few years ago.Here are some of the most affordable units on the market right now:1014-251 Jarvis StreetKW Living Realty, Brokerage/condos.caThis clean, bright studio may be small and cookie-cutter, but wha...

Economics

36 h. ago Les effets du manque d’expertise financière dans les municipalités

En raison de cette lacune, elles écartent des projets qui maximiseraient les retombées des dépenses, selon des experts.

Politics

36 h. ago Les restrictions liées aux travailleurs étrangers temporaires pèsent sur les régions

Le silence de Québec et d’Ottawa sur la question accentue les inquiétudes dans les entreprises et les municipalités.

Other

41 h. ago Une nouvelle initiative permet à des demandeurs d’asile de trouver des emplois en région

Après seulement trois jours à la Baie-James, presque tous les candidats sont parvenus à décrocher un emploi.

Other

41 h. ago Mayoral candidate Sonya Sharp promises to hire 500 more police officers if elected

Other candidates say there is more to crime reduction than just hiring police

Events

41 h. ago Mayoral candidate Sonya Sharp pledges to hire 500 more police officers if elected

Other candidates say there is more to crime reduction than just hiring police

Events

44 h. ago Ottawa discussing future of emissions cap with Alberta, oil companies: Minister

OTTAWA — The federal government is in discussions with Alberta and the oil industry about the future of the sector’s emissions cap, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson said Friday.  At a news conference in Winnipeg, Hodgson said both the province and industry agree with the federal government that there needs to be a “fundamental change in […]

Politics

44 h. ago NorthStrive® Companies Inc. Releases Report on California’s CNC Machining Industry: “The Silent Collapse” Highlights Succession Crisis and Strategic Opportunities

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Sept. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStrive Companies Inc. today announced the release of a industry report, The Silent Collapse: California’s Precision Manufacturing Succession Crisis and the Strategic Opportunity. The report explores the mounting challenges facing California’s small to medium-sized CNC machining companies, while also outlining significant opportunities for investors, policymakers, and […]

Economics

45 h. ago Le logement au Canada dans un état alarmant, confirment des documents gouvernementaux

Le coût élevé des loyers frappe les ménages les plus vulnérables et nuit à l’économie canadienne.

Economics

46 h. ago À Postes Canada, le syndicat se servira des circulaires comme moyen de pression

L’employeur s’est dit déçu. L’interdiction des heures supplémentaires par ses membres sera levée lundi.

Other

48 h. ago Ottawa demande aux hauts fonctionnaires d’examiner les contrats fédéraux

Cet examen vise à dénicher des moyens de réaliser des économies.

Politics

48 h. ago Cleanfarms Marks 15th Anniversary with White Paper on Circular Economy for Canadian Agriculture

ETOBICOKE, Ontario, Sept. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cleanfarms launched its first-ever white paper, entitled: Circular Economy for Canadian Agriculture—Better for Business, Better for Canada. It makes a compelling, evidence-based case for Canadian business owners in the agricultural sector to join a bold new conversation on how to transition from a “take-make-dispose” operations model and instead […]

Society

49 h. ago Bessent will meet Chinese officials in Spain for trade and TikTok talks

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will travel to Madrid this weekend for negotiations with his Chinese counterparts over tariffs and national security issues related to the ownership of social media platform TikTok. Bessent is slated to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Madrid to discuss national security and economic issues, a […]

Economics

50 h. ago Russia cuts interest rate to 17% as strains show in wartime economy

Russia’s central bank cut its benchmark interest rate Friday by one percentage point to 17%, a step that could support the economy as growth slows and spending on the war against Ukraine increases the budget deficit. The bank had raised its key rate as high as 21% to combat inflation, but has begun to retreat […]

Culture

50 h. ago Mark Carney’s 5 national projects ‘a big net positive’ for Canada’s economy: Desjardins

Randall Bartlett deputy chief economist at Desjardins Group talks about the pros and cons of the Liberal government's projects list

Society

50 h. ago Trump Says Losing Patience With Putin, Eying Bank, Oil Sanctions

US President Donald Trump said that his patience with Russian President Vladimir Putin was “running out fast” and threatened Moscow with new economic sanctions as efforts to broker ceasefire talks with Ukraine have faltered.

Politics

51 h. ago Terence Corcoran: Anglo Teck tests Canada as a market economy

Most if not all of the investment act requirements are general, often arbitrary and lacking in detail

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