Carney hands off G7 presidency to France
Prime Minister Mark Carney has formally concluded Canada's G7 presidency, transferring leadership to France. The handover marks a key moment in international diplomacy for 2025.
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Amazon Canada's Top Weekend Deals Before Christmas
Discover over 45 handpicked Amazon Canada deals for last-minute gifts and essentials, from beauty steals to home gadgets, with guaranteed pre-Christmas delivery for Prime members.
Global shares rise after Japan's highest interest rates in 30 years
World stock markets climbed after the Bank of Japan hiked its benchmark interest rate to the highest level seen in three decades. Discover the details and global market implications.
Bank of Japan Hikes Interest Rate, Ends Negative Era
The Bank of Japan raises its key interest rate for the first time in years, ending its negative rate policy. Discover the global economic implications and market reactions.
Variable Mortgage Peril in 2026 as Rate Cuts End
Canadians who chose variable-rate mortgages in 2025 for lower rates may face financial strain in 2026 as markets bet on Bank of Canada rate hikes. Read the full analysis.
Japan's Interest Rate Hike Sparks Nikkei Advance
Japan's central bank raises its key interest rate to the highest level in three decades, triggering an advance in the Nikkei index. Explore the market implications and global context.
BoC Rate Hold to 2026: Variable Mortgage Outlook
The Bank of Canada signals a prolonged rate hold, stabilizing variable mortgages until late 2026. Learn how to navigate this period and prepare for potential future hikes.
Bank of England Cuts Interest Rate to 3.75%
The Bank of England has lowered its key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%. Discover the details and potential global economic impacts of this December 2025 decision.
Major Central Banks Tilt Towards Hiking Mode as Inflation Rises
Global central banks, including the Bank of Canada, are pivoting towards interest rate hikes as inflation concerns intensify. Explore the implications for the economy and markets.
Trump's Address Repeats False Claims, Fact-Check Finds
A CNN fact-check analysis details numerous false claims made by President Donald Trump in his December 17, 2025, prime-time address from the White House.
3+ Unemployed for Every Job Vacancy in Canada, October Data Shows
New data reveals a challenging Canadian labour market, with more than three unemployed individuals for every job opening in October. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Last-Minute Amazon Canada Holiday Gift Guide 2024
Stressed about holiday shopping? Discover over 40 foolproof gift ideas on Amazon Canada, from tech gadgets to cozy wear, all with Prime shipping. Find unique presents for everyone on your list!
Australia Mourns Child Victim, PM Pledges New Hate Laws
Australia grieves for 10-year-old Matilda, slain in the Bondi mass shooting. Prime Minister pledges new hate crime legislation in response to the tragedy. Full story.
Labour Shortage Ends as Job Vacancies Keep Falling in Canada
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
Regina Mayor Proposes Lower 10.73% Mill Rate Increase
Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski proposes a 10.73% mill rate increase, down from 15.69%, with $12.8M in cuts to balance taxes and services. Council debates budget this week.
Eby's MOU Christmas joke before premiers meet PM
B.C. Premier David Eby lightens the mood with a holiday quip about MOUs before a key meeting with Canada's Prime Minister. Get the details on the upcoming talks and provincial priorities.
Vancouver approves 32-storey DTES towers, cuts shelter housing
Vancouver council has approved a controversial plan allowing towers up to 32 storeys in the Downtown Eastside while reducing the mandated percentage of shelter-rate housing units.
Carney's First Year as PM Shows Contrast with Trudeau
An analysis of Prime Minister Mark Carney's first year in office reveals a distinct shift in style and substance from his predecessor, Justin Trudeau. Explore the key differences shaping Canada's political landscape.
U.S. Jobless Rate Hits 4.6%, a Four-Year High
The U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.6% in November, its highest point since September 2021, as job growth slows and manufacturing sheds positions. Key officials debate the causes.
U.S. Job Growth Slows as Unemployment Rises to 4.6%
U.S. job market momentum fades with 64,000 November jobs, rising unemployment, and delayed data due to government shutdown. AI and policy uncertainty weigh on hiring.
U.S. gains 64,000 jobs, unemployment rate 4.6%
The U.S. economy added 64,000 jobs in November, but revised figures show a loss of 105,000 in October. The unemployment rate remains at 4.6%. Get the latest labour market analysis.
RBC warns of ETF market-maker capital strain for 2026
RBC Capital Markets warns that limited market-maker capital could strain the $13 trillion ETF industry as U.S. regulators greenlight ETF share classes of mutual funds, potentially creating a bottleneck for new listings.
Per-Capita GDP Improves for First Time Since 2022
A key measure of Canadian living standards, per-capita GDP, is set to rise in 2025, ending a three-year decline. RBC economists cite slowing population growth and improving underlying economic conditions.
Regina Council Debates 15.69% Tax Hike for 2026 Budget
Regina city council begins a week-long review of the 2026 budget, facing a proposed 15.69% mill rate increase. Key decisions on police funding, utility rates, and potential service cuts are on the table.
Inflation stable at 2.2% nationally, falls to 3.0% in Quebec
Canada's annual inflation rate remained at 2.2% in November, while Quebec's rate fell to 3.0%. BMO economist Sal Guatieri discusses the economic outlook. Read the latest data and analysis.
Canada's inflation steady at 2.2% in November
Canada's annual inflation rate remained steady at 2.2% in November 2025, even as grocery prices climbed. Get the latest details on the Consumer Price Index and what it means for your wallet.
Israeli PM Netanyahu to meet Trump, Gaza plan phase two 'close'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces plans to meet former U.S. President Donald Trump and states the second phase of the Gaza strategy is imminent. Get the latest details.
12 Dead in South African Bar Mass Shooting
A tragic mass shooting at an unlicensed bar near Pretoria has left 12 dead, including three children. Police are searching for three suspects as South Africa grapples with endemic gun violence. Read the full report.
Trudeau and Katy Perry Go Instagram Official
Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and pop icon Katy Perry made their relationship Instagram official after a lunch meeting with a former Japanese prime minister. Get the details on this high-profile pairing.
Alberta unemployment rate plunges to 6.5% in job surge
Alberta's unemployment rate plummeted from 7.8% to 6.5% in November, marking the largest monthly drop outside a pandemic since 1976. Over 28,000 new jobs were created.
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