Former NHL goaltender, hockey broadcaster Greg Millen dead at 67

The price of goods and services in Alberta has increased by nearly 14% since the last federal election, causing financial strain for many residents. As a result, some Albertans have had to make significant budget adjustments, leading to instances of homelessness. The rising cost of living has impacted the province's economy and the well-being of its population. Full Article

U.S. President Trump's latest severe tariffs have led to a global market bloodbath and widespread economic anxiety, with JP Morgan's chief economist raising the odds of a global recession by the end of the year to 60 per cent. Job losses in sectors like auto manufacturing are a growing concern, as journalist Joe Weisenthal explains the implications of the market meltdown and what to expect in the coming days on Bloomberg's Odd Lots podcast. Full...

In response to global market panic, world leaders rushed to offer US President Donald Trump deals to lower tariffs across the board, with uncertainty surrounding Trump's demands and willingness to make agreements. Trump set a high bar, insisting on eliminating bilateral trade deficits, causing frustration and confusion among affected governments. Despite offers like Vietnam's proposal to eliminate all duties, Trump's adviser Peter Navarro rejected such approaches, leaving countries hopeful for potential agreements during Trump's meeting...

Hitender Sharma was shocked to discover that someone had altered his holding company's corporation record to exploit its mortgage-free commercial property for cash, sparking concerns about the security of business records in Ontario. This incident, along with a few others, has shed light on potential vulnerabilities in the system, prompting calls for increased safeguards to protect valuable assets and prevent fraudulent activity. Sharma's case serves as a cautionary tale for businesses to remain vigilant and...

Frank Zhang accumulated 43 million PC Optimum points but was locked out of his account with no explanation, reflecting a common issue faced by customers across Canada. Loyalty program expert Patrick Sojka highlights vague terms and conditions that give the company broad power to freeze accounts without clear justification. Loblaw Companies Ltd., which runs the program, acknowledges the imperfect notification system but states it freezes accounts to protect against unauthorized activity, leaving customers like Zhang...

The Edmonton real estate market is booming in 2025, with a significant increase in home sales and listings compared to the previous year. The market has surpassed initial forecasts and remains strong despite uncertainties like tariffs. Edmonton is more affordable than Calgary, with a $200,000 price gap driving migration into the area and keeping housing prices high. Detached home prices have seen a 1.2% increase from the previous month and an 11.2% increase from the...