– According to the World Trade Organization, multilateral development banks are expected to deliver approximately US$10 billion in supply chain finance to emerging economies in 2026. This amount represents a significant increase—between two and three times—compared to 2024, and is
Torrential rain flooded homes, cut power and closed roads across parts of Montreal after several lines of thunderstorms stalled over southern Quebec on Saturday. Environment Canada said 100 to 170 mm of rain fell in a few hours over Montreal’s
The Canadian dollar weakened to a 14-month low against the U.S. dollar on Friday, bringing it close to the 70 U.S. cent mark after a sharp week of losses. The loonie traded at 1.4180 per U.S. dollar, or 70.52 U.S.
Canada imposed a 10% tariff on imported canned vegetables on June 19. The measure applies for up to 200 days. It covers canned vegetable imports from most countries but excludes the United States. Mexico, Israel, Chile and developing countries also
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government has enacted Bill C-30, a budget implementation law that changes Canada’s pesticide approval system. The Spring Economic Update 2026 Implementation Act received Royal Assent on June 18. The law amends the Pest Control Products Act
Portugal opened its FIFA World Cup Group K campaign with a 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday in Houston, where Cristiano Ronaldo’s ineffective attacking display became a central part of a frustrating result. João Neves gave
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J opener at Kansas City Stadium on Tuesday. The Argentina captain lifted his career World Cup total to 16 goals, tying Miroslav Klose
France opened their FIFA World Cup Group I campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal at New York New Jersey Stadium on Tuesday. Kylian Mbappe scored twice after halftime and Bradley Barcola added the other goal. Ibrahim Mbaye scored late
Germany began its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a 7-1 win over Curaçao at Houston Stadium on Sunday. Kai Havertz scored twice as Germany took control of its Group E opener. Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown
Canada earned its first point in men’s FIFA World Cup history with a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Group B at Toronto Stadium. The co-host trailed after Jovo Lukic scored in the 21st minute. Substitute Cyle Larin equalized
South Korea opened its FIFA World Cup Group A campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic at Guadalajara Stadium. Hwang In-beom scored the equalizer and set up the winner as Korea Republic recovered from a second-half deficit
Business
– According to the World Trade Organization, multilateral development banks are expected to deliver approximately US$10 billion in supply chain finance to emerging economies in 2026. This amount represents a significant increase—between two and three times—compared to 2024, and is
News
– U.S. public schools logged 11,982 book bans during the 2025-26 school year, according to PEN America. The total marked the highest annual figure since the organization began tracking school restrictions in 2021. The bans affected 7,370 unique titles across
Health
According to a comprehensive review published Thursday, adolescent e-cigarette users are at an increased risk of developing severe lung issues and are much more likely to become traditional cigarette smokers. The study, which analyzed 81 global research papers, was issued
Technology
– Prime Minister Mark Carney has formed a new national artificial intelligence council aimed at guiding the federal government on issues related to AI deployment, safety, and sovereignty. Announced on October 2, 2026, the Prime Minister’s National Council on Artificial
Entertainment
MENA Newswire, LOS ANGELES: Ben Affleck has come under sustained scrutiny following recent public remarks in which he downplayed the creative capabilities and economic impact of artificial intelligence on the film and television industry. While Affleck characterized AI as a
Automotive
Jaguar unveiled the production Type 01 in New York on October 6, marking a major product launch for the British luxury brand. The four-door electric grand tourer is the first production Jaguar based on the dedicated Jaguar Electric Architecture. It
