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Don Lemon, longtime CNN host, out at cable news network
By David Bauder, The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Longtime CNN host Don Lemon is out at the cable news network a little over two months after apologizing to viewers for on-air comments about Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, CNN announced Monday “CNN and Don have parted ways,” CNN chair Chris Licht said in a memo to staff that was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!How Canada is trying to rein in Big Tech as data becomes more powerful
By Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – Whether you’re catching a flight, opening a new bank account or picking up groceries, a small group of big names takes up most of the market share. Competition Ltd. is a Canadian Press series that explores what this means for products – and prices – in the country. – – – It’s been ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tucker Carlson, Fox News’ most popular host, out at network
By David Bauder, The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Fox News said Monday it has “agreed to part ways” with Tucker Carlson, its popular and controversial host, less than a week after settling a lawsuit over the network’s 2020 election reporting. The network said in a press release that the last program of “Tucker Carlson Tonight” aired Friday. “We thank ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada’s financial support for clean energy compares favourably to U.S: TD Bank
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – A new report says the financial support Canada is offering for the clean energy transition is competitive with the Inflation Reduction Act south of the border. The report by TD Economics refutes the arguments made by some business leaders who say Canada risks missing out on investment because of the spate of clean ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tucker Carlson out at Fox News, network confirms
By David Bauder, The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Fox News says it has agreed to part ways with Tucker Carlson, its popular and controversial primetime host , Carlson, less than a week after settling a lawsuit over the network’s 2020 election reporting. The network said that Carlson’s last program was on Friday... Read More »
Be the first to comment!David’s Bridal granted creditor protection in Canada amid bankruptcy hearings in U.S.
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – David’s Bridal, the largest wedding gown store in North America, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. for the second time in five years. An Ontario court has recognized the U.S. case as the main proceedings, and granted the retailer protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act for its Canadian operations. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Technology stocks down as S&P/TSX composite falls, U.S. stock markets mixed
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – Canada’s main stock index was down in late-morning trading as losses in technology stocks helped lead the way lower, while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index was down 39.64 points at 20,653.51. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 8.18 points at 33,817.14. The S&P 500 index was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Airlines ‘left government no choice’ but to beef up passenger rights: Minister
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
OTTAWA – Transport Minister Omar Alghabra says airlines’ use of loopholes around traveller compensation “left government with no choice” but to strengthen passenger rights rules. Alghabra says the COVID-19 pandemic exposed gaps in the Liberals’ passenger rights charter, as carriers frequently cited safety as the reason for last-minute cancellations and delays, relieving them of their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wall Street wavers in the early going ahead of earnings news
By Joe Mcdonald, The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Major U.S. stock indexes are drifting in early trading as Wall Street remains hesitant to make big moves amid questions about where the economy, interest rates and corporate profits are heading. The S&P 500 wavered between small gains and losses in the early going Monday after barely budging last week. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Waste Connections founder and exec chairman Ronald Mittelstaedt returns to CEO role
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – Waste Connections Inc. says founder and executive chairman Ronald Mittelstaedt has returned to his role as chief executive officer after the departure of Worthing Jackman from the top job. The solid waste services company says Jackman has also stepped down from its board of directors and withdrawn his name as a nominee at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Small business owners working eight-day week equivalent due to staff shortages: CFIB
By Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – A new study by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says the average small business owner is working the equivalent of an eight-day workweek due to staffing challenges, especially in Western Canada. The report, based on a survey of CFIB members last September, found 59 per cent of Canada’s small and medium-sized businesses ... Read More »
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