74 m. ago BOJ to Slow Bond Market Withdrawal After Standing Pat on Rates

The Bank of Japan stood pat on its interest rate and unveiled a plan to step back from the bond market at a slower pace from next year, in a sign of caution following heightened market volatility.

Economics

1 hour ago Pulsar Helium Announces Update for Jetstream Well Testing Program at Topaz, Minnesota

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Transport

6 h. ago Winnipeg Blue Bombers release Reggie White Jr, add new long snapper

The Bombers released Reggie White Jr. from the practice roster and added long snapper Ian Leroux.

Events

7 h. ago Donald Trump leaving G7 summit early because of crisis in Middle East

The White House said Donald Trump had a great day at the G7 summit in Kananaskis but will leave Alberta on Monday night because of the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Politics

7 h. ago Donald Trump to leave G7 Summit early over Middle East tensions

'Because of what’s going on in the Middle East, President Trump will be leaving tonight after dinner with Heads of State,' White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt wrote

Politics

9 h. ago Two B.C. men fined $40,000 for illegal prawn harvest off Vancouver Island

The illegal fishing took place during a commercial prawn fishery closure off the south coast of Vancouver Island in May 2022

Economics

11 h. ago Grizzly on Texada Island is safety risk, cannot be relocated, B.C. conservation officers say

The bear was reported chasing livestock on June 10 and 11 on Texada Island, and the service says they've had several complaints about the same grizzly which has already been moved twice from mainland locations.

Events

12 h. ago Sled Island: Endorsed by Dave Grohl and Jack White, Japan's Otoboke Beaver are riding high

On Pardon?, the fourth song on Otoboke Beaver’s 2022 album Super Champon, vocalist Accorinrin shouts out some seemingly straightforward lyrics. Mostly, she chants the line “I don’t know what you mean” over and over again. As the song charges forward, the sentiments get a bit more hostile. She throws in a few “shut-ups” and ends […]

Other

12 h. ago Left of the dial: Five to see at Sled Island Music and Art Festival

Who: Kara-Lis Coverdale From: Toronto Experimental composer Kara-Lis Coverdale’s newest record, From Where You Came, is her first in eight years and offers mesmerizing compositions that mix pipe organ and woodwinds with electronic backing. Check out haunting soundscapes such as Problem of No Name and the mournful Eternity. When/Where: Friday, June 20 at Central United […]

Culture

15 h. ago Proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis back Sunoco offer for Parkland

CALGARY — Two proxy advisory services are recommending shareholders vote in favour of Parkland Corp.’s planned takeover by U.S. company Sunoco LP. Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. and Glass, Lewis & Co. are both endorsing the friendly cash-and-stock deal announced last month, which is valued at US$9.1 billion including assumed debt. Parkland owns the Ultramar, Chevron […]

Economics

16 h. ago Denmark tests unmanned robotic sailboat fleet with tensions high in the region

KOGE MARINA, Denmark (AP) — From a distance they look almost like ordinary sailboats, their sails emblazoned with the red-and-white flag of Denmark. But these 10-meter-long (30-foot-long) vessels carry no crew and are designed for surveillance. Four uncrewed robotic sailboats, known as “Voyagers,” have been put into service by Denmark’s armed forces for a three-month […]

Other

17 h. ago Mitsubishi Said in Advanced Talks to Buy Aethon for $8 Billion

Mitsubishi Corp. is in advanced talks to buy Aethon Energy Management for close to $8 billion, people familiar with the matter said, in what would be the Japanese conglomerate’s biggest ever acquisition.

Economics

23 h. ago Spaniards turn water guns on visitors in Barcelona and Mallorca to protest mass tourism

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Protesters used water guns against unsuspecting tourists in Barcelona and on the Spanish island of Mallorca on Sunday as demonstrators marched to demand a rethink of an economic model they believe is fueling a housing crunch and erasing the character of their hometowns. The marches were part of the first coordinated […]

Events

30 h. ago Polls Show Support for Japan’s Ishiba Recovering Before Election

Public support for Japan’s prime minister is holding up after the government moved to address high rice prices, according to new opinion polls, a positive sign for Shigeru Ishiba as he heads into an election and tries to reach a trade agreement with the US.

Politics

32 h. ago Canada & Spruce Meadows home away from home for Czechia's Stanek

You can’t begrudge Stanek’s preference as Spruce Meadows has become a special part of his burgeoning career as a show-jumping rider. Last year, Stanek won his first-ever international grand prix during the summer series, winning the Continental’s Duncan Ross class. On Saturday, he added to his resume with the RBC Grand Prix of Canada, the feature event of the National tournament.

Other

36 h. ago Trump rejected Israel’s plan to assassinate Iran’s supreme leader, official says

White House made it clear the president opposed an attempt on the life of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Politics

36 h. ago Spaniards squirt water guns at foreigners in Barcelona and Mallorca to protest overtourism

BARCELONA, Spain — Protesters used water pistols against unsuspecting tourists in Barcelona and on the Spanish island of Mallorca on Sunday as demonstrators marched to demand a rethink of an economic model they believe is fueling a housing crunch and erasing the character of their hometowns. The marches were part of a coordinated effort by […]

Events

43 h. ago G7 summit live updates: Mark Carney's economic focus could smooth Trump relations | What it's like taking a bike ride in Kanananskis right now | More road closures, motorcades

What you need to know about everything related to the G7 summit in Kananaskis

Transport

43 h. ago G7 summit live updates: Mark Carney's economic focus and Trump relations | What's a bike ride in Kananaskis like right now | More road closures, motorcades

What you need to know about everything related to the G7 summit in Kananaskis

Transport

43 h. ago G7 summit live updates: Mark Carney's economic focus and Trump relations | Protesters at Calgary city hall | What's a bike ride in Kananaskis like right now

What you need to know about everything related to the G7 summit in Kananaskis

Politics