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More frequent trains, expanded storage touted in northern Manitoba trade corridor

More frequent trains, expanded storage touted in northern Manitoba trade corridor

WINNIPEG — The company that owns a rail line and port in northern Manitoba has increased its capacity to transport goods, as governments eye potential growth in trade through Hudson Bay to overseas markets.
The Paramount comics, Colbert and Stewart, are sharp critics of the '60 Minutes' deal

The Paramount comics, Colbert and Stewart, are sharp critics of the '60 Minutes' deal

NEW YORK (AP) — This isn't a joke. They've made that clear.
CREA cuts 2025 forecast again but says home sales are rebounding from 'chaotic start'

CREA cuts 2025 forecast again but says home sales are rebounding from 'chaotic start'

For the second time this year, the Canadian Real Estate Association has downgraded its forecast for home sales in 2025, even as it says a turnaround could be looming following increased activity in June.
Republicans look to tweak Trump's request for $9.4 billion in spending cuts

Republicans look to tweak Trump's request for $9.4 billion in spending cuts

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans worked Tuesday to slightly scale back President Donald Trump's request to cancel $9.4 billion in previously approved spending as they tried to build momentum for the package before a key test vote.
Most US stocks slump, but Nvidia nudges Nasdaq to another record

Most US stocks slump, but Nvidia nudges Nasdaq to another record

NEW YORK (AP) — Most U.S. stocks fell after an update on inflation hurt Wall Street’s hopes for lower interest rates. The S&P 500 fell 0.4% Tuesday, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1%.
Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara among Canadians earning multiple Emmy nominations

Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara among Canadians earning multiple Emmy nominations

Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara, Lorne Michaels and Nathan Fielder are among the Canadians who've racked up multiple Emmy Award nominations this year, with Rogen's cringe comedy "The Studio" setting a record haul for a comedy series in its first season.
Looking to AI for a financial plan? Take it more as guidance than gospel, experts say

Looking to AI for a financial plan? Take it more as guidance than gospel, experts say

As Canadians increasingly turn to AI chatbots for help with everyday tasks like meal planning, workout routines and even mapping out vacation itineraries, some are also using it to help manage their money.
'It's distressing': Poor air quality can worsen pre-existing mental health challenges

'It's distressing': Poor air quality can worsen pre-existing mental health challenges

TORONTO — The poor air quality that has blanketed swaths of central and Western Canada is not only infiltrating the lungs, but also distressing the mind.
The tariff-driven inflation that economists feared begins to emerge

The tariff-driven inflation that economists feared begins to emerge

WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation rose last month to its highest level since February as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs push up the cost of everything from groceries and clothes to furniture and appliances. Consumer prices rose 2.
Do as I say, not as I do: On my failings as an investor

Do as I say, not as I do: On my failings as an investor

If a knowledgeable observer trained his or her sights on my choices, what are the trouble spots they would identify? Here are some of the biggies.