96 m. ago U.K. government orders probe into Heathrow shutdown that sparked concern over energy resilience

LONDON — The British government on Saturday ordered an investigation into the country’s “energy resilience” after an electrical substation fire shut Heathrow Airport for almost a day and raised concerns about the U.K.’s ability to withstand disasters or attacks on critical infrastructure. While Heathrow Airport said it was “fully operational” on Saturday, thousands of passengers […]

Politics

6 h. ago Opinion: Oh, Canada, this American is worried about our relationship

Our longtime friends north of the Montana border need a reminder that we Americans relish our enduring, special relationship, and hope that it’s resilient enough to continue through the current chaos. I am not alone. A recent national poll found that 87 per cent of Americans have a favourable opinion of Canada and Canadians. Clearly, […]

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20 h. ago How student loan, nutrition programs will outlive U.S. Education Department

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that critical programs handled by the Education Department for student loans and nutrition would be transferred to other departments.

Economics

20 h. ago Verisk Nominates Christopher Perry and Sabra Purtill to the Company’s Board of Directors

Vincent Brooks and Wendy Lane set to retire from the Board of Directors Jersey City, N.J., March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verisk, a leading global data analytics and technology provider, today announced that its Board of Directors has nominated to stand for election as directors Christopher J. Perry and Sabra R. Purtill. Perry is […]

Economics

21 h. ago Panama reopens talks about the future of a controversial copper mine, but opposition remains

DONOSO, Panama (AP) — More than a year after Panama’s Supreme Court halted operations at a huge copper mine because its government concession was deemed unconstitutional, the country’s new administration is signaling a potential restart. Business groups are lobbying President Jose Raul Mulino, who says he’ll start discussing the mine’s future with his team next […]

Politics

21 h. ago Redefining cybersecurity: Data, resilience and the future of MDR 

Inside eSentire’s data-driven approach to 24/7 cyber defense, real-time response and building a resilient future

Events

22 h. ago Conor McGregor says he’s officially running to be president of Ireland

'This is the future of Ireland with me as President. All citizens of Ireland to have a voice and a choice on their future,' Conor McGregor wrote, announcing his presidential run.

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25 h. ago Hudson's Bay is keeping 3 of its Ontario locations open amid liquidation

A small flame may still flicker for the future of the Hudson's Bay Company, but much of the country will remain in the dark without the physical presence of Canada's oldest retailer and company.As part of its restructuring under creditor protection from the federal Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), the retailer returns to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice today, seeking approval to keep just six stores open while beginning the liquidation of its remaining locations and e-commerce business on Monday, March 24, 2025, when fire sale prices of merchandise begin.This retains just 7.5 per cent of Hudson’s Bay's existing network of 80 stores across the country. Additionally, the three Saks Fifth Avenue and 13 Saks OFF 5th outlet stores will close.These select stores saved from the chopping block will be limited to Ontario and Quebec, where Hudson’s Bay has 32 and 13 stores, respectively. As well, three of the four distribution centres are currently located i...

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26 h. ago Travel destinations where your Canadian dollars go further than in the U.S.

Travel has become increasingly more expensive, with the Canadian dollar at lows not seen since 2020, leaving some destinations heavier on the wallet than others.The United States has long been a vacation destination for Canadians, but the trade war has dampened people's interest in travelling south.According to recent data from the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, the number of travellers from Canada entering the U.S. dropped by half a million in February 2025 compared to the same time last year."We do see a lot of people looking in different directions, not wanting to travel to the U.S. The U.S. has also lost a little bit of a brand value," Knightsbridge Foreign Exchange President Rahim Madhavji told us. The currency exchange company is based in Toronto.It might be a financially smarter move for Canadians to find other vacation destinations because the loonie won't go far in the U.S. As of Friday, US$1 equals C$1.43, according to foreign exchange tool XE.In addition to paying more d...

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26 h. ago Eyeing China threat, Trump announces Boeing wins contract for secretive future fighter jet

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Friday that Boeing will build the Air Force’s future fighter jet, which the Pentagon says will have stealth and penetration capabilities that far exceed those of its current fleet and is essential in a potential conflict with China. Known as Next Generation Air Dominance, or NGAD, the manned […]

Transport

28 h. ago IZEA Announces Q4 & FY 2024 Earnings Results Conference Call

ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of services, technology, and data for the Creator Economy, announced today that its conference call to review and discuss its fourth quarter 2024 and full-year financial results will begin at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on March 27, 2025. […]

Culture

28 h. ago Canada Rushes to Fund Its Neglected Military After Trump Threats

Three decades ago, Canada published a report about its future military plans. “The Cold War is over,” its first chapter began, before outlining the government’s massive budget pressures and proposing cuts to personnel and defense spending.

Events

29 h. ago Western Business Coalition Leads Charge to Unleash Canada’s Natural Resource Potential and Secure Its Global Future

Calgary, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Western Business Coalition has launched its first major initiative – Untapped Potential – Driving Canadian Prosperity Through Natural Resources – to unlock the economic potential of Canada’s natural resource sector. This effort focuses on advocating for policies that drive investment, create jobs, and position Canada as a […]

Economics

32 h. ago Own the Future of Bitcoin: XBT.com Goes to Auction in Historic Sale

BRISBANE, Australia, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitcoin’s Official ISO Domain, XBT.com hits the auction block at Lloyds, attracting huge media attention and industry speculation in what is set to be one of the most fiercely contested digital asset sales in the world. XBT.com is a domain that could redefine digital finance and set […]

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34 h. ago ‘Everybody’s scared’: Hudson’s Bay staff stare down possible job losses

TORONTO — Lately, Kevin Grell feels an instant heaviness settle over him when he walks through the door at Hudson’s Bay’s east Toronto fulfilment centre. He and the other workers at the Scarborough site assemble online orders for the retailer. They’ve been anxious about the company’s future for months, but when it filed for creditor […]

Transport

37 h. ago Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed after Wall St edges lower on US policy uncertainty

HONG KONG (AP) — Asian shares were mixed on Friday after Wall Street retreated as investors were rattled by uncertainties brought by U.S. President Donald Trump. U.S. futures were nearly unchanged and oil prices advanced. Chinese markets declined for a second day. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng tumbled 2% to 23,733.02 after China kept its key […]

Economics

41 h. ago BACK IN BUSINESS: Discover Jasper for all its beauty and hospitality

I rarely return from a ski trip with deep emotion for a town, its people, or a ski resort, but Jasper, which is all about community, the great outdoors and family is an exception. Last year’s devastating fires that swept across Jasper National Park and into parts of Jasper left many wondering about the future […]

Economics

41 h. ago BUSINESS AS USUAL: Discover Jasper for all its beauty and hospitality

I rarely return from a ski trip with deep emotion for a town, its people, or a ski resort, but Jasper, which is all about community, the great outdoors and family is an exception. Last year’s devastating fires that swept across Jasper National Park and into parts of Jasper left many wondering about the future […]

Economics

45 h. ago Bombardier, TCS, and TECHNATION Canada Announce the Winners of the SustAInable Aviation Student Innovation Challenge

MONTRÉAL, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), and TECHNATION Canada are proud to announce the winners of the SustAInable Aviation Student Innovation Challenge, a competition aimed at empowering Quebec’s post-secondary students to shape the future of business aviation. During an inspiring day at Bombardier’s Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre in Dorval, […]

Events

49 h. ago Mayor Amarjeet Sohi seeks federal Liberal seat in Edmonton, sources say

Amarjeet Sohi will run as a Liberal Party of Canada candidate in the upcoming federal election, according to multiple sources familiar with the Edmonton mayor’s immediate plans for his political future. Multiple city hall insiders, including one source close to the mayor, told Postmedia that Sohi will seek a seat as a member of Parliament […]

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