2 h. ago China’s economy lags in July under pressure from tariffs and a weak property market

BANGKOK (AP) — China’s economy showed signs of slowing in July as factory output and retail sales slowed and housing prices dropped further, according to data released Friday. Uncertainty over tariffs on exports to the United States is still looming over the world’s second-largest economy after President Donald Trump extended a pause in sharp hikes […]

Economics

2 h. ago A Toronto home that's been in the same family for over 100 years just hit the market

Toronto's Lawrence Park is famous for its stately multi-million dollar homes, manicured lawns, and more history than your average block in the city.But even among the area's grand old properties, 213 St. Leonards Ave. stands out for quite a unique reason: it's been in the same family for over a century; 102 years, in fact, according to its listing agent."We still have the original blueprints inside," says agent Michael Silverberg.A view into the dining room. He adds that the house is an original Tudor revival, and has "such great charm." "It's got the original facade, original brick around the fireplace and original floors," he tells us.An aerial view of the property. Sitting on a 50-foot-by-150-foot south-facing lot on one of Lawrence Park's most prestigious streets, it's pretty evident from one look that the home oozes heritage. The original front facade. The timeless exterior style that ...

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3 h. ago Chinese Steel and Coal Output Drop as Supply Pressures Mount

Chinese steel and coal output fell in July, as bad weather affected operations and the government’s efforts to rein in overcapacity intensified.

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5 h. ago CRIME SCENE: Driver shot by passenger, crashes vehicle near Downsview Park

Accused, a passenger, allegedly shot driver, vehicle collided with another vehicle travelling in opposite direction

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6 h. ago Vancouver realtor wants $2 million for False Creek lot that's valued at $1,500 and likely can't be developed

Ice-hockey rink sized vacant lot was sold in 2003 for $7,081 and is used as public space for South False Creek residents

Economics

8 h. ago Air quality concerns linger in the wake of steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania county where an explosion at a U.S. Steel plant south of Pittsburgh killed two people and injured more than 10 others announced Thursday that it is stepping up air quality monitoring in the area of the sprawling facility that has a troubled environmental record. The Allegheny County Health Department announced that mobile air […]

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9 h. ago Saskatchewan farmers prepare for the worst as canola seed tariffs take effect

China's canola seed tariffs are now in effect and Saskatchewan farmers are preparing for the worst, while hoping for the best.

Economics

9 h. ago When brands get big: Thomas Müller more than a playing addition for Whitecaps

Patrick Johnston: Thomas Müller is a massive star in Germany. That we know. Did you know he's a massive star in China, too?

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9 h. ago LILLEY: Carney silent as China blasts Canada’s canola industry

It's an industry bigger that the biggest in Ontario and yet the Carney Liberals are silent as China attacks our producers.

Transport

13 h. ago Pam Bondi fires man accused of throwing sandwich at federal agent during Trump DC intervention

WASHINGTON (AP) — A man charged with a felony for hurling a sandwich at a federal law-enforcement official in the nation’s capital has been fired from his job at the Justice Department, Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a social media post Thursday. A video of Sean Charles Dunn berating a group of federal agents […]

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13 h. ago Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, up to 80mm, for parts of B.C.’s south coast

The weather agency says a frontal system that's unseasonably laden with moisture is expected to cross B.C.'s south coast on Friday.

Culture

14 h. ago Edmonton events: Creed comes to Rogers Place, Dragon Boat Festival returns, Wild Mushroom Expo, and Bleak Party

Creed: Swinging some big nostalgia for the end of the 20th century (and the nightmare-sequel Woodstock apparently) with their Return of the Summer of ’99 Tour, the My Own Prisoners are at the big rink Tuesday night. While avidly exploring religious themes with spirited aplomb, let’s repeat once more that the Florida-born, post-grunge Creed is […]

Culture

15 h. ago Sophie Cunningham takes shot at Caitlin Clark for ‘ruining’ swimsuit promo deals

Indiana Fever forward took a jab at WNBA superstar over viral comments on a TikTok swimsuit video.

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15 h. ago Canadians boycotting U.S. trips at record numbers while more Americans travel north

For the first time in at least five years, American travel to Canada has outnumbered Canadian visits to the United States, according to new data.Statistics Canada released its latest international arrivals numbers on Monday. It found that 1.8 million Americans travelled north by car in July, while only 1.7 million Canadian residents returned by car from a visit to the U.S.According to the report, Canadians visiting the U.S. by land saw a steep 36.9 per cent decline from July 2024. Comparatively, American trips to Canada in July declined 7.4 per cent from the same time last year.It reveals a sharp switch-up after years of Canadian travel down south outnumbering Americans visiting Canada.U.S.-resident trips to Canada by automobile, July 2019 to 2025. (Statistics Canada)StatCan included cross-border travel data dating back to 2019 that shows the rare reversal in travel patterns. Canadians visiting the U.S. routinely outpaced American travel to Canada up until last month.Trave...

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17 h. ago The EU urges China to lift ‘unjustified’ sanctions on Lithuanian banks

VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — The European Union on Thursday called on China to revoke sanctions imposed on two Lithuanian banks, arguing there is no justification for them. Beijing announced the measures this week against Urbo Bank and Mano Bank in retaliation for EU penalties on two Chinese lenders. The Lithuanian banks do not operate in […]

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17 h. ago South Africa to Set up Credit Guarantee for Infrastructure in 2026

South Africa’s government is in talks with lenders to fund the bulk of a credit-guarantee vehicle it plans to establish in July 2026 to support investment in infrastructure by private companies, the nation’s deputy finance minister said.

Economics

17 h. ago How does the U.S. de minimis exemption change affect Canadians?

On Aug. 29, the U.S. plans to eliminate its de minimis rule, a tariff exemption for goods shipped to the U.S. that are worth US$800 or less. Here's what you need to know about this change.

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19 h. ago Gold Reserve Provides Update on Briefing on Objections in CITGO Sale Process

PEMBROKE, Bermuda — Gold Reserve Ltd. (TSX.V: GRZ) (BSX: GRZ.BH) (OTCQX: GDRZF) (“Gold Reserve” or the “Company”) announces that, pursuant to the schedule set by the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”), various parties filed reply briefs in respect of the objections to the Special Master’s Final Recommendation that Gold Reserve’s […]

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19 h. ago China’s new tariff on Canadian canola takes effect as farmers urge action

The duty, announced Tuesday, has already caused the price of one of Canada's most valuable crops to fall, wiping out millions of dollars in its value.

Economics

19 h. ago South Africa Has Met 10% of Reform Targets, New Tracker Shows

About a 10th of the targeted measures South Africa requires to tackle anemic economic growth have been fully implemented over the past 18 months, a new tracker showed.

Society