Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point

After the death of Pope Francis, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau shared a memory of their 2017 meeting at the Vatican, where she humorously asked him about his "vice," referring to maple syrup, which made him laugh. She recalled his earnest request for prayers, expressing her deep spirituality and commitment to fostering understanding and compassion among humanity. Grégoire Trudeau has previously described her meeting with the Pope as enriching, emphasizing the importance of unity across different faiths...

Emergency workers are responding to a chemical incident in Oldham, Greater Manchester, where orange fumes were reported emanating from a tanker on West End Street, prompting officials to advise residents to keep doors and windows closed. Roads, including West End Street and Chadderton Way, have been closed as emergency services, including a Hazardous Area Response Team, work to secure the area and manage the situation. Firefighters have been on-site since 3:15 PM, urging the public...

Vatican City – Pope Francis's funeral will take place in the Vatican on Saturday at 10 am local time, with notable attendees including US President Donald Trump and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. The ceremony will reflect Pope Francis's desire for simplicity, following his amendments to funeral rites that emphasize humility and his role as a disciple of Christ, rather than a worldly leader. Expected to draw hundreds of thousands, the funeral will feature a variety...

FBI Reports Record Scam Losses in 2024Scammers stole a record $16.6 billion in 2024, a 33% increase from the previous year, with over 250,000 complaints averaging losses of $19,000. The elderly, particularly those over 60, reported the highest losses at $4.8 billion, with investment scams being the leading cause at $6.5 billion. Cryptocurrency was predominantly used in these scams, highlighting the escalating threat of cybercrime as nearly all aspects of life become digitally interconnected. Full...

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas called on Hamas to release all hostages, stating their captivity gives Israel justifications for its attacks, which resulted in at least 25 deaths from Israeli strikes on Gaza. Despite ongoing negotiations in Cairo, efforts for a new ceasefire have stalled, with Abbas criticizing Hamas for exacerbating the situation while a Hamas official labeled his remarks as insulting. The humanitarian crisis intensifies as Germany, France, and Britain urge Israel to lift its...

At a rally in Vaughan, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre aims to secure Anna Roberts' seat in King—Vaughan and gain ground in the Liberal-held Vaughan—Woodbridge as the federal election approaches on April 28. Despite his efforts, polls indicate that the Liberals, led by Mark Carney, are favored in Ontario, prompting NDP leader Jagmeet Singh to urge voters to prevent a Liberal "super majority." Local NDP candidate Ali Bahman reports significant support for the Liberals, with voters...