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Consumer confidence declines again in May, 4th time in 5 months, particularly for older Americans

Consumer confidence declines again in May, 4th time in 5 months, particularly for older Americans

Consumer confidence fell in May as Americans, particularly older ones, became more pessimistic about the labor market, on top of elevated anxiety over inflation . The Conference Board reported Tuesday that its consumer confidence index fell to 102.
Pembina Pipeline partnering with Marubeni Corp. on ammonia export project

Pembina Pipeline partnering with Marubeni Corp. on ammonia export project

CALGARY — Pembina Pipeline Corp. says it has reached an agreement with Japanese conglomerate Marubeni Corp. to create an ammonia supply chain for exports to Asian markets.

The top 10 audiobooks on Audible.com

Nonfiction 1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio) 2. Outlive by Peter Attia, MD and Bill Gifford - contributor, narrated by Peter Attia, MD (Random House Audio) 3.
Jordan Donica, Tony Award nominee for 'Camelot,' is Broadway's rising star

Jordan Donica, Tony Award nominee for 'Camelot,' is Broadway's rising star

NEW YORK (AP) — When Jordan Donica was about 9 or 10, his aunt took him to New York City with a mission: Get the notion of making it on Broadway out of his system. Thankfully, that mission failed spectacularly.
Shopify faces class action over severance offered to recently laid off staff

Shopify faces class action over severance offered to recently laid off staff

A class-action lawsuit alleges Shopify Inc. reneged on a deal it offered some employees who were laid off in a recent round of cuts.
The easiest way to get a $7,500 tax credit for an electric vehicle? Consider leasing.

The easiest way to get a $7,500 tax credit for an electric vehicle? Consider leasing.

DETROIT (AP) — Thanks to a boost from the government, leasing — not buying — is becoming the most affordable way to get your hands on an electric vehicle.
How to plant a container like the pros do

How to plant a container like the pros do

Have you ever gone to the grocery store for, say, milk, and left with a cartful of impulse buys? Well, I visited a couple of nurseries last week in search of one specific plant and left with nearly everything except that plant, which both retailers h
How to plan a backpacking trip through Europe on a budget

How to plan a backpacking trip through Europe on a budget

For young Canadians hoping to take a trip on a budget, there's a new challenge on the horizon beyond finding a way to fit all of one’s necessities into a backpack: the lingering effects of high inflation.
Canopy Growth signs deal with Indiva for Wana brand of edibles

Canopy Growth signs deal with Indiva for Wana brand of edibles

SMITHS FALLS, Ont. — Cannabis company Canopy Growth Corp. has signed a deal with Indiva Ltd. for the exclusive rights and interests to manufacture, distribute and sell Wana branded edible products in Canada.
Pregnant people should be especially vigilant when wildfires pollute the air: doctor

Pregnant people should be especially vigilant when wildfires pollute the air: doctor

Smoke from wildfires in parts of Alberta, British Columbia and now Nova Scotia has doctors warning pregnant people to take extra precautions against breathing in toxic particles. Dr.
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