46 m. ago Labour’s Building Boom to Fan Inflation if UK Limits Migration

Britain will be hit by rising prices and severe bottlenecks as a result of the Labour government’s plans for an historic increase in building projects, analysis shows.

Economics

59 m. ago $10K worth of equipment stolen from West Kelowna baseball league

The thieves made off with about $10,000 worth of equipment, including a quad that grooms the fields, according to West Kelowna Minor Baseball Association staff.

Sport

85 m. ago Egg prices could jump 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump’s bird flu plan unveiled

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Agriculture Department predicts record egg prices could soar more than 40% in 2025, as the Trump administration offered the first new details Wednesday about its plan to battle bird flu and ease costs. With an emphasis on farms tightening their measures to prevent bird flu’s spread, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said […]

Economics

94 m. ago Possible human remains found in search for slain women at Winnipeg

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government says potential human remains have been discovered at a landfill where search teams have been working to find two slain First Nations women. The province says steps are underway to identify the remains from the site, located north of Winnipeg. It’s believed the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran […]

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2 h. ago Continued Execution of Strategy, Operational Excellence and Diversification Results in Record Annual Results for Exchange Income Corporation

Company Posts Annual Records for each of Revenue of $2.7 Billion, Adjusted EBITDA1 of $628 Million, Adjusted Net Earnings1 of $147 million and Free Cash Flow1 WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Exchange Income Corporation (TSX: EIF) (“EIC” or the “Corporation”) a diversified, acquisition-oriented company focused on opportunities in the Aerospace & Aviation and Manufacturing segments, reported its […]

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3 h. ago Musk and ’humble tech support’ effort get star turn at Trump’s Cabinet meeting

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk took a star turn at the first Cabinet meeting of President Donald Trump’s new term, holding forth in a black “Make America Great Again” campaign hat on Wednesday about his role as “humble tech support” for the federal government — and laying out dire stakes if his cost-cutting efforts fail. “If […]

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4 h. ago Police seek tips to identify two suspects in central Edmonton cannabis store robberies

Edmonton police are looking for tips to identify two suspects connected to two robberies of a cannabis store in central Edmonton late last year. On Oct. 17, 2024, just after 8:10 p.m., a masked man armed with a gun robbed a cannabis store near 105 Street and 107 Avenue, said police in a news release […]

Events

4 h. ago Valeri Nichushkin will return to Avalanche lineup for the 1st time in nearly 2 months

Valeri Nichushkin returns to the Colorado Avalanche lineup Wednesday night for the first time in nearly two months after recovering from a lower-body injury. The Russian forward will try to spark a sputtering Avalanche offense that’s scored two goals in back-to-back losses since coming back from the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. The […]

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5 h. ago ‘It was targeted’: Winnipeg collectibles store hit by thieves in costly break

Despite the break-in, Curtis Howson says he's encouraged by the response from the community that his business has received since the incident.

Economics

5 h. ago Opinion: Edmonton's zoning bylaw levels playing field for young families

As is widely known, Edmonton implemented a significant zoning bylaw renewal when we rang in 2024, that eased and simplified zoning regulations across the city. Its primary intentions are to improve affordability relative to population growth as well as increase livability and access to amenities, through a combination of gentle and targeted infill development. While […]

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7 h. ago Why your coffee fix has gotten so pricey — and it will only get worse

For coffee lovers, getting their caffeine fix is becoming more expensive – and there’s little relief in sight. It’s one reason Starbucks, attempting a turnaround after a disappointing 2024, on Monday announced job cuts and a further streamlining of operations. And it’s not just coffee chains – with all the costs of labour and order […]

Economics

7 h. ago Hanes Partners with Urban Outfitters to Launch an Exclusive Hanes Heritage Capsule Collection for a Fresh Take on Basics

The limited-edition collection revives iconic Hanes styles with a modern vibe for men and women who love timeless comfort WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Hanes, America’s No. 1 brand of basic apparel, is drawing from its nearly 125-year legacy to release an exclusive collaboration with lifestyle retailer Urban Outfitters. The Hanes Heritage x Urban Outfitters capsule collection […]

Culture

7 h. ago Impairment suspected in Burnaby crash when 2 women hit on sidewalk

The motorist reportedly drove up on the sidewalk, hitting a lamp post and two women. They were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries, police said.

Events

7 h. ago Net Zero May Be Too Costly a Target for Europe, Vitol CEO Says

European governments should be realistic about the costs to consumers and industry from pursuing strict net-zero emissions goals, according to the head of the world’s biggest independent oil trader.

Economics

8 h. ago Thieves nab pricey bulldogs from a Colorado pet store after one faked a seizure, sheriff says

DENVER (AP) — Thieves nabbed a pair of high-priced bulldogs from a Colorado pet store after a man allegedly faked a seizure to distract employees while an accomplice grabbed the puppies from a pen and ran out, authorities said. The theft, which was captured on surveillance video, happened Sunday. Three men walked into a pet […]

Economics

8 h. ago U.S. tariffs moving forward but plans could change through negotiations: White House

U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to hit Canada and Mexico with devastating duties is set to take effect next week

Economics

9 h. ago Quebec pension giant hit by commercial real estate headwinds, braces for tariff turmoil

Caisse de dépôt posts 9.4% return with assets rising to $473 billion.

Economics

9 h. ago FTX’s US$950 million bankruptcy fees among costliest since Lehman Brothers

The high cost of FTX’s bankruptcy is coming amid a steady increase in the cost of legal and other professional services

Economics

10 h. ago Brightcove Upgrades its OTT Solution, Delivering Cost Savings and Improved Streaming Quality for Media Companies

In partnership with Applicaster, the newest innovations implemented into Brightcove’s OTT offering equip streamers with upgraded app experiences, rapid deployment, and optimized cost savings BOSTON — Brightcove, the world’s most trusted intelligent video engagement platform company, today introduced its latest update in OTT (over-the-top) services with its newly enhanced Brightcove OTT solution. Through a collaboration […]

Economics

10 h. ago ANALYSIS: Scheifele rewrites Jets’ record book, but which franchise’s stats matter?

There will always be the undercurrent of debate about the Jets' franchise records. Do we recognize and celebrate the Atlanta Thrashers days as part of the organization’s past?

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