82 m. ago Chinese Solar Losses Deepen Even Before Worst of Trump Tariffs

Chinese solar manufacturers continue to plunge deeper into the red, and the outlook is getting gloomier as sky-high tariffs on exports threaten to compound domestic oversupply.

Economics

2 h. ago Rakovina Strengthens Board with Appointments of Yevgeniy Meshcherekov and David Kideckel

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rakovina Therapeutics Inc. (TSX-V: RKV) (FSE: 7JO), a biopharmaceutical company advancing innovative cancer therapies through artificial intelligence (AI)-powered drug discovery, is pleased to announce the appointments of Mr. Yevgeniy Meshcherekov and Dr. David Kideckel to the Company’s board of directors (the “Board”), subject to receiving approval […]

Society

3 h. ago 911 call played at inquest into B.C. university student’s drug death

Sidney McIntyre-Starko died of fentanyl poisoning in January 2024 after she and a friendconsumed drugs found in a box of coolers a friend found on a street corner.

Society

4 h. ago Southeast Asia May See Most Gas Projects Approved in a Decade

Southeast Asia could this year see the highest number of final investment decisions on gas projects in a decade, which could potentially boost output by 18%, according to Global Energy Monitor.

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4 h. ago Sunnova in Talks to Secure Financing For a Potential Bankruptcy

Sunnova Energy International Inc., a seller of rooftop solar-panel systems, is in discussions with its creditors to borrow money to finance a potential bankruptcy, according to people familiar with the situation.

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5 h. ago Trump Bashes Powell, Touts Tariffs at 100 Day Rally in Michigan

President Donald Trump renewed criticism of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as he championed his economic policies and tariff regime during an event on Tuesday to mark his 100th day in office.

Economics

5 h. ago Trump Bashes Powell, Touts Tariffs at Rally Marking 100 Days

President Donald Trump renewed criticism of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as he championed his economic policies and tariff regime during a Tuesday event to mark his 100th day in office.

Economics

5 h. ago Ontario government starts process for Highway 401 tunnel feasibility study

The feasibility study is in response to concerns that the project could potentially cost tens of billions of dollars, but Ford vowed to built it regardless of price

Politics

6 h. ago Automakers get some relief on 25% tariffs as Trump signs new executive order

'We just wanted to help them endure this little transition, short term if they can’t get parts we didn’t want to penalize them'

Economics

6 h. ago Amazon denies plan to display U.S. tariff costs after White House criticism

The Trump administration’s reaction appeared to be based on a misinterpretation of internal plans being considered by Amazon, rather than a final decision made by the company.

Economics

9 h. ago AbCellera Presents Data Showing Preclinical Efficacy of PSMA x CD3 T

Preclinical data on AbCellera’s PSMA x CD3 T-cell engagers demonstrate potent anti-tumor activity and potential to further enhance function through costimulatory strategies VANCOUVER, British Columbia — AbCellera (Nasdaq: ABCL) today announced new data on its PSMA x CD3 T-cell engagers (TCEs), presented as a poster at the American Association for Cancer ResearchⓇ (AACR) 116th Annual […]

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11 h. ago ‘A time of fog of war:’ Shifting tariff plans on auto parts causing confusion in industry

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly expected to end tariff 'stacking'

Economics

11 h. ago Toronto's High Park cherry blossoms are about to reach full bloom for 2025

The annual return of Toronto's vibrant sakura cherry blossoms has officially begun, with the first delicate white petals opening in High Park as of April 28, right on schedule.According to Toronto's go-to expert for cherry blossom updates, Steven Joniak — better known as Sakura Steve — this year's full bloom is expected to begin on May 1, followed by peak bloom (when 90 to 100 per cent of blossoms are open) from May 2 through May 9 in High Park.For over a decade, Sakura Steve has kept cherry blossom fans informed with updates on his site, Sakura in High Park. Since 2012, he's been Toronto's most trusted sakura tracker, even receiving special recognition from Matsunaga Takeshi, the Consul-General of Japan, for his dedication.As always, the weather will play a decisive role in just how long that peak will last, with the upcoming rain and thunderstorms potentially shortening that window. Visitors heading to the park right now will spot only a f...

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11 h. ago What Canada’s election results mean for Canadians, Trump and U.S. tariffs

Canada’s Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, is projected to win a federal election that played out against a tumultuous backdrop of President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats. It was not immediately clear whether the Liberals would lead a minority or majority government as votes continued to be counted early Tuesday. Either way, […]

Politics

11 h. ago Senate confirms former Sen. David Perdue as Trump’s US ambassador to China amid tariff showdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Tuesday confirmed former Sen. David Perdue as ambassador to China, just as the U.S. and China are locked in a tariff showdown that threatens to redefine diplomatic relations between the world’s two largest economies. Perdue, a Republican who served one term as a U.S. senator from Georgia, was confirmed […]

Economics

11 h. ago Experimental cancer drugs found to help some patients avoid surgery

The results from an ambitious cancer study are giving hope that immunotherapy drugs alone can treat some gastrointestinal tumours, eliminating the need for severe, life-altering surgeries and other harsh therapies. For as long as cancer treatment has existed, “cutting it out has been the best way to cure it,” said Luis Diaz, a gastrointestinal medical […]

Science

11 h. ago Amazon denies tariff label plans after White House criticism

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt blasted the purported plans as 'a hostile and political act'

Economics

12 h. ago Amazon is not planning to show added tariff costs next to its online product listings

NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is not planning to list added tariff costs next to product prices on its site — despite speculation spanning from a report that claimed the e-commerce giant would soon show new import charges, as well as fiery comments from President Donald Trump’s White House denouncing such a move. The Trump […]

Economics

12 h. ago Experts say Canada is now on the brink of an economic recession

Canada is headed towards a recession this year, and now is the time for Canadians to prepare for a financial downturn, according to a Wells Fargo report.In its International Economic Outlook: April 2025 report, the company highlights its economic forecast, stating that economies exposed to tariffs are expected to underperform."In that sense, we now believe Canada’s economy will enter technical recession this year," states the report. It also predicts that the Bank of Canada will likely ease interest rates due to concerns about inflation.However, tariffs aren’t the only factor that will have a direct impact on Canada's economy — the indirect effects of sentiment and confidence are also expected to contribute to the recession.And an already weak loonie is also likely to get even weaker.Wells Fargo predicts that the Canadian dollar "will be a relative underperformer.” According to currency exchange company XE, as of April 29, th...

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12 h. ago Trump set to give U.S. automobile industry some relief from multiple duties

The relief will facilitate reshoring American auto manufacturing, says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

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