Twelve high school students from British Columbia are in Yorkton this week for a domestic exchange, building national friendships and cultural understanding through the Experiences Canada program.
A key Halifax ramp will close for nearly two years starting Spring 2026 for the Windsor Street Exchange project. Get details on the timeline and expected impacts on local traffic.
Analysts are upgrading their outlook for the Canadian dollar, citing renewed optimism for a key trade agreement. Discover what this means for the economy and your finances.
Canada's main stock index fell sharply on January 7, 2026, dropping more than 270 points. U.S. markets posted a mixed performance amid global economic uncertainty. Get the full market analysis.
Philippines-based Jollibee Foods Corp. plans to spin off its global business into a separate U.S.-listed company by late 2027, a move that sparked a 14.5% stock surge. Learn the details.
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 stock index soared to a historic peak on Monday, January 5, 2026, leading a day of mostly positive global market performance. Oil prices also climbed. Get the full market analysis.
Copper prices smash records, exceeding US$13,000 a tonne, driven by a rush to import metal into the U.S. amid tariff uncertainty and critical supply concerns. Discover the factors behind the surge.
The U.S. dollar strengthened as financial markets shifted focus from geopolitical events in Venezuela to a flurry of upcoming U.S. economic data. Get the latest forex market analysis.
The U.K.'s FTSE 100 index approaches the 10,000 milestone, lifted by defence and mining shares following military strikes in Venezuela. Get the latest market analysis.
Syria begins circulating new currency notes, a significant step in its economic overhaul following the Assad era. Explore the implications and public reaction.
Canada's S&P/TSX composite index rose nearly 40 points on Friday, January 2, 2026, as U.S. markets showed a mixed performance. Get the latest on key market movements and economic indicators.
Aluminum prices break the $3,000 per ton barrier for the first time in over three years. Supply caps in China and European constraints drive the rally, with copper and nickel also posting strong gains.
London's FTSE 100 index surged past the 10,000 point threshold on January 2, 2026, driven by widespread global investor optimism. The milestone marks a strong start to the new year for UK markets.
The U.S. dollar begins 2026 with cautious gains following its most significant annual decline since 2018. Explore the factors behind the currency's volatile start to the new year.
Protests over Iran's failing economy intensify, spreading to rural provinces and resulting in at least six fatalities. Security forces and demonstrators clash as unrest grows. Read the latest.
Bulgaria officially adopts the euro, becoming the 21st member of the Eurozone. This historic monetary transition occurs nearly two decades after the country joined the EU. Discover the details and implications.
The Sudbury community has raised funds to support the Damascus Cafe and Bakery, a downtown business started by a Syrian refugee family, following repeated vandalism and thefts. Read about this inspiring story of local solidarity.
The S&P/TSX Composite index surged 29% in 2025, its second-best performance since 2000, fueled by a 40% rally from April lows and record-setting gains in mining and financial stocks.
Canada's main stock index fell more than 70 points on December 31, 2025, with U.S. markets also in negative territory in light year-end trading. Get the latest market details.
Bulgaria is poised to join the eurozone on January 1, 2025, deepening EU integration. Discover the implications of this historic economic shift.
London's FTSE 100 index is on track to record its best annual performance since 2009, marking a robust end to 2025 for the blue-chip benchmark. Discover the market drivers and what this means for investors.
Iran appoints a new central bank governor following a record currency devaluation and mass protests. Get the latest on the political and economic implications.
Canada's S&P/TSX composite index gained nearly 80 points on December 30, 2025, while U.S. stock markets delivered a mixed performance. Get the latest market analysis and insights.
Japanese shares showed mixed results on the final trading day of 2025 as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi presided over the bell-ringing ceremony at the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Following a disruptive 2025, the Canadian dollar is gaining momentum, with analysts predicting a rise to 75-76 cents USD. Optimistic data and shifting interest rate differentials fuel the recovery. Read the full forecast.
Copper prices surged to a record high on the London Metal Exchange, driven by severe supply disruptions and trade policy fears, despite weakening demand in China. Analysts warn the rally may be overheating.
Demonstrators took to the streets in Tehran after the Iranian rial plummeted to a historic low. The Associated Press reports on the unfolding economic and social unrest.
Iran's rial hits a historic low against the U.S. dollar, leading to widespread protests among traders and shopkeepers. Explore the causes and economic impact.
As 2025 ends, Canadian fund managers assess if gold will remain the Toronto Stock Exchange's primary growth driver next year. Get expert insights on market trends.
Syrian state media reports a major counter-terrorism success, announcing the death of a senior ISIS leader and the arrest of a cell member near the capital. Details on the operation.