One of Germany’s richest families plans to donate millions to charity after learning about their ancestors’ enthusiastic support of Adolf Hitler and use of forced labourers under the Nazis, according to a report Sunday.
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Some Shoppers Drug Mart staff say they’re ‘fed up’ with pressure to push self-checkout
Several employees at Loblaws-owned stores said they’ve been pressured to push customers to use self-checkout. Loblaws said stores are reintroducing customers to the machines and that they can always go to a cashier instead.
When Airbnb goes bad, grounded planes and limiting doctor visits: CBC’s Marketplace consumer cheat sheet
CBC’s Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you need from the week, including what happens when Airbnb goes bad, safety features on grounded Boeing jets and urging a crackdown on homeopathic products.
‘I felt like a criminal’: Airbnb hosts ask guests to lie, sneak around in covert rentals
Use the back door. Avoid the lobby if you’re carrying luggage. Don’t talk to neighbours. Say you’re visiting a cousin. And most importantly, don’t mention Airbnb. As cities and buildings around the world crack down on short-term rental platforms, hosts are asking guests to lie about who they are and why they’re there.
‘I hope to be part of the solution’: Albertans rethink approach to energy, environment
The Alberta energy sector’s future is cloudy, but some are banking on an economy based on world-leading bright ideas. Energy Futures Lab is one of the groups that believes Alberta can be the key to solving climate change problems by becoming a leader in new energy technologies.
Evaluating the Liberal government’s 2019 federal budget | Business Panel
Our weekend business panel discusses the federal budget tabled by Finance Minister Bill Morneau amid the ongoing SNC-Lavalin controversy.
Canada’s main stock index just endured worst day of 2019
Weak manufacturing data from Europe and then in the United States had investors nervous on both sides of the Atlantic.
China has stopped buying Canadian canola seed
Chinese importers are unwilling to purchase Canadian canola seed at the moment, according to the group that represents the industry in Canada.
WestJet sticking with Boeing 737 Max once planes certified to fly
WestJet Airlines plans to stick with deliveries of Boeing 737 Max aircraft once regulators approve the plane for re-entry into service.
Indonesian airline wants to cancel Boeing order after crash
In a blow for Boeing, Indonesia’s flag carrier is seeking the cancellation of a multibillion dollar order for 49 of the manufacturer’s 737 Max 8 jets, citing a loss of confidence after two crashes within five months.