5 h. ago China’s Record Oil Stockpile Offers Buffer as Iran Crisis Builds

Oil refiners in China — the largest takers of Iranian crude — are unfazed for now about the possibility of interruptions to Middle Eastern supplies given the nation has a record stockpile that provides a temporary buffer.

Economics

12 h. ago Mother calls on Regina to search landfill for daughter’s remains

Michele Bear is on a hunger strike and is camping outside the Regina Landfill as she calls on the city to search landfill for her daughter's remains.

Other

12 h. ago First place in AL East is new Blue Jays target even after falling flat in series finale against D’Backs

There are any number of motivational checkpoints in a 162-game season to help contending teams ride the inevitable swings of the odyssey, both high and low. When a three-plus weeks of solid baseball allows you to wake up in late June just two games out of the division lead, that would be one of them. […]

Sport

14 h. ago McDavid leaves just a little doubt about whether he'll remain with Oilers

"With that being said, ultimately, I still need to do what’s best for me and my family. That’s who you have to take care of, first. But of course there is unfinished business here"

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14 h. ago Connor McDavid leaves just a little doubt about whether he'll remain with Oilers

"With that being said, ultimately, I still need to do what’s best for me and my family. That’s who you have to take care of, first. But of course there is unfinished business here"

Other

14 h. ago Rockcliffe Capital Initiates Coverage on Shopify Inc. (TSX: SHOP | NYSE: SHOP) with a “BUY” Rating and 12

TORONTO, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rockcliffe Capital is pleased to announce the initiation of equity research coverage on Shopify Inc. (TSX/NYSE: SHOP), one of North America’s leading cloud-based commerce platforms empowering millions of merchants globally. Following a comprehensive fundamental and technical review, Rockcliffe Capital assigns Shopify a “BUY” rating, supported by a 12-month […]

Economics

15 h. ago US Futures Drop as Trump Weighs Strikes on Iran: Markets Wrap

Oil trimmed earlier gains and equity futures remained lower after White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump will decide within two weeks whether to back Israel militarily in its conflict with Iran. The remarks offered some short-term clarity but did little to resolve broader uncertainty around potential US involvement and the risk of renewed energy-driven inflation.

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15 h. ago Review: It's really something when a theatre troupe can pull off Much Ado About Nothing

There is much to recommend in The Shakespeare Company and Full Circle Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. It’s one of Shakespeare’s more problematic plays. It’s a comedy, but at its heart, it’s about a group of men discrediting an innocent young girl. It’s Shakespeare’s comic version of his tragedy Othello. A group […]

Culture

16 h. ago Ottawa unveils steel and aluminum measures to counter U.S. tariffs

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Ottawa will also introduce new rules to ensure Canadian steel and aluminum and tariff-free products from other trading partners are prioritized.

Economics

17 h. ago Oil braces for even bigger risk premium as U.S. mulls Iran strikes

Traders are glued to developments around the vital Straight of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s crude shipments pass

Other

17 h. ago Rachel Zegler serenades crowd for free in London production of ’Evita’

LONDON — In a new production of “Evita,” one of the biggest moments isn’t on the stage. Midway through the show, Rachel Zegler, playing Argentine first lady Eva Peron, emerges onto an exterior balcony at the London Palladium and sings “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina,” to whoever is passing by below. The performance is streamed […]

Sport

17 h. ago Black bear finally freed of lid that was stuck on its neck for 2 years

The bear was first spotted on a Michigan trail camera as a cub back in 2023, but remained elusive.

Sport

17 h. ago Things to do in Edmonton this weekend: Alberta Circus Arts, Burton Cummings/Tom Cochrane and more

Alberta Circus Arts Festival: Bringing international productions for the first time — The Dust Palace from New Zealand and The Vessel Productions from Sweden — this ever-growing festival, full of industry training and workshops with amazing public shows on top celebrates its fourth year. One easy way in to sample the vibe is a 5 […]

Culture

18 h. ago Empire reports Q4 profit up, CEO says food inflation at its stores remained stable

STELLARTON — Empire Co. Ltd.’s top executive said the company’s price inflation remained stable during its latest quarter and that he expects the trend to continue, as the grocery retailer reported its latest financial results. The company, which operates Sobeys and Safeway, among other banners, reported Thursday that its fourth-quarter profit and sales rose compared […]

Economics

18 h. ago Russia ‘on the verge of going into a recession,’ economy minister warns

Russia media reported Economy Minister Maxim Reshetnikov delivered the warning at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the annual event designed to court investors.

Politics

18 h. ago Lawyer doesn't believe office was targeted by shooter: 'No threats'

The chief executive of a London law firm says he doesn’t believe his office was the intended target of an overnight shooting. An employee at a business in the 1800-block of Oxford Street West, east of Westdel Bourne, contacted London police Wednesday morning after they showed up to work and found a suspected bullet hole, […]

Events

19 h. ago ‘We are not seeing inflation in our business,’ Empire CEO says

Michael Medline rejected the idea of elevated grocery price increases, saying inflation has remained stable for the company

Economics

19 h. ago Ontario city’s lone public beach shuttered as summer arrives: ‘Safety must always be the priority’

With temperatures expected to be in the 30s this weekend, Windsor’s only public beach will remain off limits for those looking to cool off with a dip.

Other

19 h. ago Mideast Financiers Grow Fearful of Possible US Strike On Iran

Even against the backdrop of a regional conflict that began in 2023, the Middle East’s main business hubs saw a steady stream of financial workers and firms because the wealthiest Gulf petrostates remained largely insulated.

Other

20 h. ago Spain rejects NATO’s anticipated 5% defense spending proposal as ‘unreasonable’

MADRID (AP) — Spain has rejected a NATO proposal to spend 5% of gross domestic product on defense needs that’s due to be announced next week, calling it “unreasonable.” Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, in a letter sent on Thursday to NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, said that Spain “cannot commit to a specific spending target in […]

Events