In a new study, researchers suggest that countries that are turning to renewable energy sources and moving away from fossil fuels are making progress in reducing CO2 emissions.
First-of-its-kind registry in B.C. targets under-the-radar condo flippers
The British Columbia government says it has launched Canada’s first registry aimed at cracking down on pre-sale property flipping and tax evasion in B.C.’s real estate market.
TSX has quietly risen by 12% since the start of 2019
The last time the S&P/TSX composite index rose more than 12 per cent in first two months of the year was more than three decades ago in 1987, when it rose 14 per cent in January and February.
Chinese stocks surge after Trump postpones tariffs
China’s stock market surged Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to postpone a tariff hike on Chinese imports and state media expressed hopes the fight with Washington over Beijing’s technology ambitions could be resolved.
Barrick makes $18B bid for Newmont to become world’s biggest gold miner
Barrick Gold Corp. has made a formal merger offer for rival Newmont Mining Corp. in an all-stock deal that would combine two of the world’s largest gold producers.
The interview Fox refused to air revives issue of media ownership: Don Pittis
Wise media consumers know there are many ways to cover a story, but a covert recording of Fox News interview is a useful reminder.
Woman with disability banned from No Frills store after failing to pack groceries fast enough
An Alberta woman who was left with physical disabilities following cancer surgery is fighting back after she was told not to return to a popular grocery store unless she brought help — because she couldn’t pack her groceries fast enough.
For the NDP, the stakes in Monday’s byelections are sky-high
Tomorrow night, party leader Jagmeet Singh finds out if he’s secured his first-ever seat in the House of Commons — staving off what almost certainly would be a mortal threat to his leadership.
Measles-infected passenger en route to Inuvik prompts health warning in Alberta
An individual with lab-confirmed measles stopped in the Edmonton area while en route from Vancouver to Inuvik on Feb. 12, stated a news release issued Sunday by Alberta Health Service.
Rami Malek wins Oscar for best actor
Rami Malek claimed the Oscar for best actor for his portrayal of Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody.