50 m. ago Norway Core Inflation Holds Steady in Relief for Norges Bank

Norway’s underlying inflation maintained its pace last month as expected, likely damping fears over a further delay to easing plans by the nation’s central bank.

Economics

2 h. ago Why Simons and Holt Renfrew are unlikely to want all of Hudson’s Bay’s real estate

TORONTO — When Hudson’s Bay revealed it was liquidating almost the entirety of its empire, some thought the selloff would be an opportunity for two of Canada’s last standing department stores: La Maison Simons and Holt Renfrew. Because their size and product mix resemble the Bay’s at first glance, the rivals might have seemed like […]

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2 h. ago South Korean opposition leader Lee opens presidential bid following Yoon’s ouster

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung, widely seen as the front-runner in a presidential by-election triggered by the removal of Yoon Suk Yeol last week, announced his presidential bid Thursday, vowing to heal a starkly divided nation through economic growth. Lee, who narrowly lost the 2022 election to Yoon, led […]

Politics

3 h. ago Edmonton Oilers ride depth scoring, Connor McDavid return to thrilling 4

The Edmonton Oilers inched ever so closer to a playoff spot Wednesday, with a thrilling last-minute, 4-3 triumph over the St. Louis Blues. This was an entertaining hockey game with lots of grit on display from both sides, punctuated by the return of Connor McDavid after an eight-game absence due to injury. And he was […]

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5 h. ago Home and Heart of global Toblerone Production: Mondelēz International invests ~65 million Swiss Francs (CHF) in its Toblerone manufacturing facility in Switzerland

Mondelēz International, one of the world’s largest snacking companies, is investing in its manufacturing facility in Bern (Switzerland), the home and heart of Toblerone. The significant investment in Bern will create the global center of excellence for Toblerone in Switzerland. With the investment in Bern, the company underlines Toblerone’s growth ambitions to win in the […]

Society

6 h. ago Nenshi calls proposed Alberta cut of council conduct rules ’an affront’ to voters

Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi says the government’s proposed bill to wipe out municipal councils’ codes of conduct could create a free-for-all of delinquency and grift. “This bill is an affront to local voters. It basically says to local voters, ‘We don’t trust you,’ ” Nenshi told reporters at the legislature Wednesday. Municipal Affairs Minister […]

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7 h. ago UK Housing Market Risks Being Derailed by Trade War, RICS Says

The UK housing market is in danger of being “blown off course” by US President Donald Trump’s trade war, estate agents warned after activity weakened sharply last month.

Economics

7 h. ago Matthew Knies’ hat trick extends Leafs’ division lead on Tampa Bay

To invoke the Tragically Hip, Matthew Knies has the Maple Leafs ahead by a century in their pursuit of first place in the Atlantic Division. His overtime goal, on a tap-in, completed a hat trick on Wednesday night as the Leafs reached 100 points and gained a three-point margin over the Tampa Bay Lightning in […]

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9 h. ago Shark attack survivor presses her state for alert system to keep people safe

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — An Alabama teen who narrowly survived a fierce shark attack last year said she hopes a proposed alert system before state lawmakers can help keep others safe in the water. Lulu Gribbin, now 16, was one of three people bitten by a shark on June 7, 2024, during a string of attacks […]

Events

10 h. ago LEAFS NOTES: Trip back to Florida for playoffs a strong possibility

The Maple Leafs likely haven’t seen the last of the Sunshine State’s palm trees. While Wednesday night in Tampa Bay wrapped a combined eight games against the Lightning and Panthers this season, the Leafs either draw one of them in the playoffs’ opening round or, should they face the Ottawa Senators and get through, the […]

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11 h. ago US DOT Sees 7% of Workers Aiming to Take Second Buyout Offer

About 4,000 employees at the US Department of Transportation are seeking to take a second buyout offer made available last week as part of a broader effort to curtail the size of the federal workforce, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Society

11 h. ago Mini poodle found in garbage can recovering after emergency surgeries

The dog nicknamed Oscar was rescued from a trash can in Pacific Spirit Park last week. Also: Animal cruelty conviction for Ladysmith couple

Science

12 h. ago A $20 Billion Gas Plant Exposes Australia’s Energy Conundrum

Just four days before he called a federal election last month, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s government quietly pushed back a decision that will set the country’s energy path for decades to come.

Politics

13 h. ago Media Statement: National Police Federation Concerned About Province’s Unwanted, Expensive Proposed New Police Service in New Bill 49

EDMONTON, Alberta, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following is a statement from Brian Sauvé, President and CEO of the National Police Federation, in response to the Government of Alberta’s introduction of Bill 49, announcing new steps towards the creation of an independent provincial police service: “We are deeply concerned that the Government of Alberta […]

Society

14 h. ago Kash Patel has been replaced as acting head of ATF, AP sources say

WASHINGTON — FBI Director Kash Patel was quietly removed weeks ago as the acting chief of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and has been replaced with the Army secretary, three people familiar with the matter said Wednesday. It was not immediately clear why Patel was replaced by Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll to […]

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14 h. ago Federal Reserve could be in ‘difficult’ spot with higher prices, slower hiring

WASHINGTON (AP) — The prospect of high inflation stemming from widespread tariffs along with weaker hiring could put the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot, Fed policymakers said in minutes from last month’s meeting. The minutes, released Wednesday, said that the Fed could keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged if inflation remained stubbornly elevated. And […]

Economics

14 h. ago ‘Deranged’ sea lion attacks on California beachgoers blamed on toxic algae

Sea lions ingest smaller creatures such as anchovies and sardines who eat the poison algae, which has bloomed seasonally in California for the past four years.

Events

14 h. ago Toronto takes aim at construction contractors to reduce gridlock

Every six months, the city's transportation division updates its congestion management plan and this April's iteration continues to build on areas in which it has seen success.

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15 h. ago Jets’ Pionk nominated for Masterton Trophy after loss of best friend

Neal Pionk, 29, was given the nod for the Masterton Trophy after the tragic death of his best friend and former college teammate in an on-ice incident last season.

Transport

15 h. ago Legendary Toronto music venue around for 70 years is up for sale

Toronto's iconic El Mocambo music venue, a staple in the city's entertainment and live music scene for more than seven decades, is now up for sale after its owner and former Dragons' Den star, Michael Wekerle, defaulted on $55.6 million in debt through the companies he controls.Last Friday, an Ontario court intervened and appointed Ernst & Young Inc. to oversee the venue's sale. The music venue first opened its doors in 1948, and after decades of hosting legendary artists like The Rolling Stones and Blondie, Wekerle purchased the venue in 2014 for $3.8 million.The investor invested over $30 million to refurbish the space, and despite multiple setbacks, the venue reopened in 2020, only for it to be delayed once again due to the global pandemic.Wekerle was taken to court by Waygar Capital Inc., a creditor that claims Wekerle's companies have failed to repay loans, which include funds used for El Mocambo's renovations.Future of Toronto's historic El Mocambo threatened by legal...

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