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For Canada-U.S., close personal ties between leaders not necessary — but they help

For Canada-U.S., close personal ties between leaders not necessary — but they help

WASHINGTON — Hollywood has Ben and Jennifer. Music fans have Beyoncé and Jay-Z. But in Canadian politics right now, it's all about Justin and Joe.
EU leaders endorse joint ammo purchases for Ukraine

EU leaders endorse joint ammo purchases for Ukraine

BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union leaders endorsed a plan Thursday for sending Ukraine 1 million rounds of artillery ammunition within the next 12 months to help the country counter Russia’s invasion forces.
Ski-Doo maker BRP beats earnings expectations, and sees clear trails ahead

Ski-Doo maker BRP beats earnings expectations, and sees clear trails ahead

MONTREAL — BRP Inc. rode runaway powersport vehicle sales to a major jump in earnings last quarter, a better-than-expected performance the company says paves the way for further growth this year.
Zellers opens a dozen stores in Canada amid wave of nostalgia and price sensitivity

Zellers opens a dozen stores in Canada amid wave of nostalgia and price sensitivity

Canadian retail chain Zellers marked its official comeback on Thursday, opening a dozen stores in Ontario and Alberta and launching a new website.
Skeptical US lawmakers grill TikTok CEO over safety

Skeptical US lawmakers grill TikTok CEO over safety

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S.
Highlights from Nova Scotia's 2023-24 provincial budget

Highlights from Nova Scotia's 2023-24 provincial budget

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia Finance Minister Allan MacMaster tabled the province's 2023-24 budget Thursday, with a heavy focus on health. Some highlights: — The $14.4-billion budget — with an estimated $278-million deficit — includes $6.
Industry Minister Champagne asks CRTC to look into wireless roaming fees on the rise

Industry Minister Champagne asks CRTC to look into wireless roaming fees on the rise

OTTAWA — Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne is asking the federal telecommunications regulator to look into wireless roaming fees, saying he's concerned about companies hiking their rates while phone bills in other jurisdictions are genera
Tech gains help S&P/TSX composite rise more than 100 points, U.S. stocks also up

Tech gains help S&P/TSX composite rise more than 100 points, U.S. stocks also up

TORONTO — Strength in the technology sector helped lead a broad-based rally as Canada's main stock index gained more than 100 points in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also surged higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 137.
Bombardier bumps up financial goals for 2025 as business jet market takes off

Bombardier bumps up financial goals for 2025 as business jet market takes off

MONTREAL — Bombardier Inc. has upped its financial targets for 2025, as the plane maker looks to boost production of business jets amid a growing market. Bombardier, which keeps its books in U.S.
NC approves Medicaid expansion, reversing long opposition

NC approves Medicaid expansion, reversing long opposition

RALEIGH, N.C.
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