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US economy grew 2% from January-March, recovering from federal shutdown; Iran war clouds outlook
The U.S. economy grew at a modest 2% annual pace in the first quarter of 2026, recovering from a weak 0.5% expansion in the previous quarter after the government shutdown. Growth was supported by a sharp rise in government spending and an 8.7% increase in business investment...
US economy adds higher-than-expected jobs in March
The healthcare sector posts the biggest job gains, with 76,000 positions The US economy added higher-than-forecast jobs in March, signaling resilience in the labor market despite concerns that the Middle East conflict could weigh on hiring, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data showed. The strong reading follows a weak February, which was impacted by
A bad news day for Trump’s economy, briefly explained
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here . Welcome to The Logoff: The fundamentals of the American economy are…starting to look a little concerning. What happened? On Friday, we learned that the US economy
‘Good for the economy’: Premier Moe praises Canada-India uranium trade deal
As the ink dries on the latest uranium agreement between India and Canada, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is praising the energy partnership, saying it is good for the province’s economy. “It’s going to be good for the electricity outbuild here in India as well as good for the economy and good for Northern Saskatchewan and
U.S. Economy Shed 92,000 Jobs In February, Including Drop In Entertainment Industry Employment
The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%, in a report that was weaker than expected. The latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics also showed a revision to previous month’s data, now showing a loss of 17,000 jobs in December and a gain of 126,000 jobs
US economy grows 4.3% in Q3, fastest expansion in two years
Exports surged 8.8%, and imports fell 4.7%, boosting GDP | Photo Credit: AMIT DAVE/Reuters The US economy expanded at a surprisingly strong 4.3 per cent annual rate in the third quarter, the most rapid expansion in two years, as consumer and government spending, as well as exports, all grew. US gross domestic product from July
Canada’s economy contracts due to tariffs, ministers try to re-engage U.S. on trade and Canada Post reports steepest-ever quarterly loss: Business and investing stories...
Getting caught up on a week that got away, or tuning back in as summer winds down? Here’s your weekly digest of The Globe’s most essential business and investing stories, with insights and analysis from the pros, stock tips, portfolio strategies and more. Canada’s economy contracts sharply in second quarter as tariffs hit exports Open
Economy&Life | New drone routes put into operation in central China’s Wuhan
An aerial drone photo taken on June 16, 2025 shows a logistic drone flying in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province. (Xinhua/Wu Zhizun) WUHAN, June 16 (Xinhua) -- Ten new drone routes linking Wuchang, Hankou and Hanyang in Wuhan were officially put into operation on Monday. The low-altitude flying service consists of a digital real-time dispatching
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Italy-Based Businessman Excretes 98 Cocaine Wraps As NDLEA Intercepts Saudi Arabia, Europe-Bound Drug Shipments Hidden In Phone Chargers, Backpack
NDLEA arrests a 30-year-old Italy-based businessman at Enugu International Airport after he excretes 98 wraps of cocaine weighing 1.510kg allegedly swallowed for delivery in Europe. Operatives foil fresh international drug trafficking attempts by intercepting cocaine concealed in phone chargers bound for Saudi Arabia and another shipment hidden in a backpack destined for Italy. Coordinated nationwide
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No miscommunication between BCCI CoE and Indian team management, says Laxman
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NDLEA Arrests Italy-Based Businessman with 98 Wraps of Cocaine in Enugu
NDLEA Logo NDLEA Arrests Italy-Based Businessman with 98 Wraps of Cocaine in Enugu A 30-year-old Italy-based businessman, Joseph Cyril, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, after he allegedly ingested 98 wraps of cocaine weighing 1.51kg. The suspect was arrested on Sunday
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Meta CTO says employees should use AI productivity gains to do more work, calls request for extra days off “very dumb”
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. Facepalm: Should workers be allowed more time off because of AI increasing their productivity? It's a contentious issue, but we shouldn't be surprised to learn Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth's view. He thinks employees should use their freed-up time to do even
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Conservatives find their fighter in Sophie Cunningham
commentary The anti-trans movement in sports needed a face. It found one in the WNBA player Published August 9, 2026 9:00AM (EDT) In a recent interview WNBA player Sophie Cunningham said she opposed trans women in sports (David Berding/Getty Images) Indiana is in many ways a liminal state, the place you pass through between scruffy