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Drivers see cheaper prices at the pump as crude oil slumps

Drivers see cheaper prices at the pump as crude oil slumps

CALGARY — Canadian drivers are enjoying cheaper gas prices heading into fall, a trend experts say could persist through the remainder of the year. As of Friday morning, the average gasoline price in Canada was 152.
Aaron Pierre is a star in the making. 'Rebel Ridge' shows you why

Aaron Pierre is a star in the making. 'Rebel Ridge' shows you why

NEW YORK (AP) — Before Aaron Pierre wanted to act, he wanted to be the fastest man in the world. Growing up in West Croydon in London, Pierre was drawn to track and field. He thought gold medalist sprinter Maurice Greene was the coolest man on Earth.
Autopsy performed on rapper Rich Homie Quan, but cause not yet revealed

Autopsy performed on rapper Rich Homie Quan, but cause not yet revealed

ATLANTA (AP) — An autopsy was performed Friday on rapper Rich Homie Quan , but his cause of death won't be given until further tests are completed, officials said.
Canada Post proposes 25-cent price hike for stamps in 2025

Canada Post proposes 25-cent price hike for stamps in 2025

OTTAWA — Canada Post is proposing an increase to regulated postage rates next year, bringing the price of most stamps up by 25 cents to $1.24.
China launches WTO complaint against Canada over EV, aluminum and steel tariffs

China launches WTO complaint against Canada over EV, aluminum and steel tariffs

OTTAWA — China launched a complaint against Canada at the World Trade Organization on Friday over recently announced tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aluminum and steel.
Héroux-Devtek shareholders vote to approve Platinum Equity Advisors deal

Héroux-Devtek shareholders vote to approve Platinum Equity Advisors deal

MONTREAL — Shareholders of Héroux-Devtek Inc. have voted to approve a deal that will see the company acquired by a U.S. private equity firm. The maker of aircraft landing gear says shareholders voted 99.
Nova Scotia proposes two-year extension to five-per-cent rent cap until end of 2027

Nova Scotia proposes two-year extension to five-per-cent rent cap until end of 2027

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government wants to extend its five per cent cap on rent increases another two years, but the province won't create an enforcement unit to bolster its tenancy rules and regulations.
Sergio Mendes, Grammy-winning Brazilian music legend, dies at 83

Sergio Mendes, Grammy-winning Brazilian music legend, dies at 83

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Sergio Mendes, the Grammy-winning Brazilian musician whose hit “Mas Que Nada” made him a global legend, has died after months battling the effects of long COVID. He was 83.
K'naan got tired of the spotlight. So he stepped behind the camera for his debut film

K'naan got tired of the spotlight. So he stepped behind the camera for his debut film

TORONTO — K’naan Warsame shot to international stardom in the late aughts with his smash hit “Wavin’ Flag." Not long after, he waved goodbye to the limelight.
Recent immigrants shut out of strong wage growth as unemployment rises in Canada

Recent immigrants shut out of strong wage growth as unemployment rises in Canada

OTTAWA — Canada's unemployment rate continued to trend higher in August — reaching 6.6 per cent — as the job market slowdown hits workers and job seekers unevenly.
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