1 hour ago Nova Scotia identifies five areas for development of offshore wind

The Nova Scotia government has identified five areas that it deems suitable for the development of offshore wind farms. The government issued a statement Friday saying the next step is seeking input from Nova Scotians before official designations are granted, a process that will wrap up April 14. “Canada, with the world’s longest coastline, a […]

Sport

2 h. ago Judge won’t review decision not to charge Edmonton officer who kicked teen’s head in

Pacey Dumas, then 18, sustained life-threatening injuries after he was given a 'soccer ball' style kick to the head in 2020 by Edmonton Police Service Const. Ben Todd.

Events

2 h. ago Last person to see missing University of Pittsburgh student refuses to answer authorities’ key questions

The last person to see missing University of Pittsburgh student Sudiksha Konanki told investigators they shared a kiss after he saved her from drowning — but failed to answer other key questions. Joshua Riibe, a 22-year-old senior at St. Cloud State University in Minnesota, declined to answer several questions as he described his final moments […]

Society

3 h. ago Musk meets with head of National Security Agency to ensure it is aligned with Trump

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk met this week with the leader of the National Security Agency, suggesting the nation’s spy services won’t escape the billionaire’s scrutiny as he looks to slash spending and personnel across the federal government. Musk met Wednesday with Gen. Timothy Haugh, who directs the NSA as well as U.S. Cyber Command, which […]

Society

3 h. ago Cacophony of boos: JD Vance faces bitter Kennedy Center crowd

Vance responded to the heckling crowd with a casual wave and a smile before exchanging a couple of indistinguishable words with his wife.

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3 h. ago Whipsawed by Trump’s tariffs, the US public is getting a lot more nervous about the economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s volatile tariff threats are unleashing historic jumps in public anxiety, with the potential to undermine his pledges to strengthen a U.S. economy that is increasingly weakened. The University of Michigan’s index of consumer sentiment tumbled 10.5% on a monthly basis in March and plunged 27.1% over the past year. […]

Economics

4 h. ago U.S. stocks rally, but market outlook remains hazy amid Trump’s tariffs

The S&P 500 was one per cent higher in morning trading, a day after closing more than 10 per cent below its record for its first “ correction ” since 2023.

Economics

5 h. ago Teen dies in early morning collision in Vancouver's Stanley Park

Just after 3 a.m., a driver lost control between Second and Third Beach and crashed into a tree.

Events

5 h. ago Trade war turmoil topples Canada’s main financial market from its all

NEW YORK (AP) — Trade war turmoil is weighing heavily on financial markets in Canada. Canada’s main stock index has been tumbling along with U.S. indexes since President Donald Trump initiated a trade war with his North American neighbors. Mexico’s main stock index has remained relatively steady following measures from the Mexican government to stabilize […]

Economics

5 h. ago Alison Simpson: Canada’s hidden internal trade walls need to come down to improve the economy

Every year Canada fails to act on internal trade reform is another year businesses remain shackled by restrictions

Economics

5 h. ago U.S. envoy taking Putin’s comments on Ukraine ceasefire proposal to Trump, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss details of the American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the war with Ukraine, asking him to convey Moscow’s thoughts to Washington, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday. Putin asked Witkoff late Thursday to give additional messages to U.S. President Donald Trump, Peskov […]

Events

5 h. ago Course aux séries éliminatoires: le CH à un seul point de la danse du printemps

Le sort du club montréalais dépendra aussi des résultats des autres équipes au cœur d’une lutte acharnée dans l’Est.

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5 h. ago [VIDÉO] J.D. Vance hué copieusement avant un concert au Kennedy Center, à Washington

Le vice-président américain a eu une sortie difficile, jeudi soir, en se faisant huer avant un concert au Kennedy Center, à Washington.

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5 h. ago Nuclear Power Boom Means Even Germany Is Drawing New Investment

Resurgent interest in atomic power means the world’s second-biggest provider of enriched uranium is expanding even in Germany, which remains an essential link in the international fuel cycle despite turning off all its reactors.

Science

9 h. ago Canadian meeting with Howard Lutnick ‘lowered the temperature,’ but tariffs remain

Doug Ford, Francois-Philippe Champagne and Dominic LeBlanc say exchange constructive, but expect no immediate changes to punishing duties

Economics

10 h. ago Li Auto Revenue Goal Misses Estimate as Competition Heats Up

Li Auto Inc. forecast first-quarter earnings that missed analyst estimates amid intensifying competition in China, the world’s largest automobile market.

Other

12 h. ago US Stock Futures Advance as Risk of Shutdown Eases: Markets Wrap

US equity futures climbed as signs that lawmakers in Washington will avoid a government shutdown brightened sentiment.

Economics

18 h. ago ‘The temperature has come down’: Doug Ford says he’s optimistic after trade meeting in Washington

The outcome appeared largely to be an agreement to have officials from both countries speak again next week

Economics

20 h. ago Washington ne renouvelle pas une exemption de paiement pour le pétrole russe

Washington n’a pas renouvelé une autorisation permettant aux banques russes de continuer à utiliser les systèmes pour l’industrie pétrolière russe.

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20 h. ago LILLEY: Doug Ford leaves Washington meeting ‘feeling very positive’

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick called the Premier 'some guy from Ontario,' but it wasn't Ford who reached out for the meeting

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