2 h. ago U.S. begins collecting its 10% ‘baseline’ global tariffs on many countries

The initial 10 per cent "baseline" tariff to be paid by U.S. importers took effect at U.S. seaports, airports and customs warehouses at 12:01 a.m. ET.

Economics

8 h. ago Caught in the crossfire: Michigan concerned over automobile tariffs targeting Canada

DETROIT — Glenn Stevens Jr. can look out his office window in downtown Detroit and see Canada. The view encapsulates historic automobile achievement between two countries despite a flowing river and international border — one that’s on the brink of being ripped apart. “Our economies in auto between Ontario and Michigan are seamless. They are […]

Events

8 h. ago Chris Selley: Robert Carney’s story is the story of Canada Liberals don’t talk about

Liberals in particular could benefit from an honest reckoning with their efforts at 'reconciliation'

Economics

9 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: US Tariffs Wallop Markets, Outlook

President Donald’s Trump’s mid-week move to impose broad US tariffs — punishing for many countries — kicked off massive shock waves that reverberated through corporate boardrooms, financial markets and world governments.

Economics

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Economics

15 h. ago Southeast Asia Rushes to Avert Tariff Pain by Enticing Trump

Countries in Southeast Asia, major sources of exports to the US, are angling to accommodate President Donald Trump rather than retaliate against his punishing tariffs, seeking to keep exports flowing to one of their biggest markets.

Economics

15 h. ago Israel in ‘serious talks with several countries’ regarding relocation for Gazans: diplomat

The sticking point seem to be neither Israel’s willingness to facilitate mass migration nor Gazans’ readiness to leave, but finding partner countries willing to take them in

Politics

16 h. ago Whitecaps ‘in discussion’ with Vancouver about new stadium at PNE, club says

In a statement, the club said the talks involve the possibility of a stadium at the PNE fairgrounds site in East Vancouver.

Sport

17 h. ago Whitecaps in talks with City of Vancouver to build new stadium at PNE

The MLS soccer club's lease at B.C. Place is up for renewal in 2025

Sport

17 h. ago Kelowna councillors talk to media despite mayor advising to avoid speaking ahead of meetings

In a letter sent to council recently, Tom Dyas stated, "As per our code of conduct, the mayor is the spokesperson for the city."

Other

22 h. ago Talks with Americans helped Canada avoid extra Trump tariffs

Canada was not hit with broad levies, but tariffs of 25 per cent still apply to Canadian steel, aluminum and automobiles

Economics

22 h. ago Beyond Oil Announces Distribution Agreement in the Netherlands with Mandarin Food Products

Partnership Further Expands Beyond Oil’s European Footprint as Part of Its Global Growth Strategy VANCOUVER, BC and KIBBUTZ YIFAT, Israel, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beyond Oil Ltd. (CSE: BOIL) (OTCQB: BEOLF) (Frankfurt: UH9) (“Beyond Oil” or the “Company“), a food-tech innovation company dedicated to reducing health risks associated with fried food while lowering […]

Other

24 h. ago ‘Extremism versus democracy’: October H8TE documents rise of antisemitism after Hamas terror attack

After the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, Wendy Sachs began working on a film documenting anti-Israel protests sweeping across the U.S.

Events

24 h. ago ‘Extremism versus democracy’: October 8 documents rise of antisemitism after Hamas terror attack

After the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, Wendy Sachs began working on a film documenting anti-Israel protests sweeping across the U.S.

Events

26 h. ago US Solar’s Hoarding Habit Will Help Blunt Sting From Trump Tariffs

The US has imported about 80% of modules from four Southeast Asian countries that face big new levies.

Economics

27 h. ago Newsom Says California Seeks Tariff Exemptions From Trade Allies

Governor Gavin Newsom said he’s seeking exemptions for California-made products from retaliatory tariffs and wants to open talks with global allies over new trade relationships, casting the state as a buffer against the fallout of Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff plan.

Economics

27 h. ago St. Maarten offers cash, plane tickets and hotel stay to fight brain drain

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The Dutch Caribbean territory of St. Maarten is offering cash, plane tickets and an extended hotel stay to attract professionals and students back home. Prime Minister Luc Mercelina announced this week that married couples would get $2,000 and single people $1,100 for a relocation allowance, as well as economy-class plane […]

Culture

29 h. ago Israël intensifie ses opérations avec une nouvelle offensive au sol à Gaza

L’armée de l’État hébreu multiplie également ses frappes en Syrie et au Liban voisins.

Other

31 h. ago Israeli strike on school in Gaza kills at least 27 people, Palestinian officials say

DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip — Israeli airstrikes killed at least 100 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, including 27 or more sheltering at a school, according to Palestinian medical authorities, in a stepped-up offensive that Israel’s military said is intended to pressure Hamas and eventually expel the militant group. The bodies of 14 […]

Society

31 h. ago Countries and companies mull strategies for coping with barrage of higher US tariffs

BANGKOK (AP) — President Donald Trump’s latest tariff hikes on U.S. imports are compelling countries and industries to scramble for footing in a time of potential upheavals in global trade. As world markets wallowed in more heavy losses Friday, Taiwan’s president promised to provide support to industries most vulnerable to the 32% tariffs Trump ordered […]

Economics