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Internet 'nutrition labels' would boost consumer literacy when comparing plans: prof

Internet 'nutrition labels' would boost consumer literacy when comparing plans: prof

The CRTC should move forward with implementing its proposed "nutrition label" requirement to help shoppers compare home internet plans, despite opposition from some providers, an internet researcher says.
Trump signs measure blocking California's ban on new sales of gas-powered cars

Trump signs measure blocking California's ban on new sales of gas-powered cars

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed a resolution on Thursday that blocks California’s first-in-the-nation rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035.
Continued failure to consult on uranium exploration a harmful mistake: Mi'kmaw Chiefs

Continued failure to consult on uranium exploration a harmful mistake: Mi'kmaw Chiefs

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s continued failure to consult with First Nations on uranium exploration is a mistake that will further erode the province’s relationship with Mi’kmaq communities, says the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs and a lawyer fro
Canada could gain as global investors rethink U.S. emphasis: BNP economist

Canada could gain as global investors rethink U.S. emphasis: BNP economist

TORONTO — Canada stands to gain as global investors rethink their focus on the United States, the chief economist at one of Europe’s largest banks says.
Ex-congressman Billy Long confirmed as commissioner of the IRS, an agency he once sought to abolish

Ex-congressman Billy Long confirmed as commissioner of the IRS, an agency he once sought to abolish

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former U.S. Rep.
AI chatbots need more books to learn from. These libraries are opening their stacks

AI chatbots need more books to learn from. These libraries are opening their stacks

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Everything ever said on the internet was just the start of teaching artificial intelligence about humanity. Tech companies are now tapping into an older repository of knowledge: the library stacks.
Energy talks 'full steam ahead' despite Hydro‑Québec chief's new gig: N.L. Hydro

Energy talks 'full steam ahead' despite Hydro‑Québec chief's new gig: N.L. Hydro

ST. JOHN'S — The upcoming departure of the CEO of Quebec's hydro utility won't interfere in final negotiations on a new energy deal with Newfoundland and Labrador.
Transat bets on Caribbean, Europe as travellers spurn U.S.

Transat bets on Caribbean, Europe as travellers spurn U.S.

MONTREAL — Transat A.T. Inc. hopes to turn Canadians' aversion to U.S. travel into a boon as it bets on new routes to the Caribbean, Mexico and Europe rather than destinations in the land of Donald Trump.
New data on mothers who lost jobs during pregnancy show why they fight for change

New data on mothers who lost jobs during pregnancy show why they fight for change

Arina Kharlamova was cradling her two-month-old daughter when an email popped into her inbox that disrupted the calm of her maternity leave. The message invited the Whitby, Ont.
MEG, Cenovus Energy ramping up operations at Christina Lake after nearby wildfires

MEG, Cenovus Energy ramping up operations at Christina Lake after nearby wildfires

CALGARY — Two major oilsands operators say business is returning to normal after nearby wildfires forced shutdowns at their northeastern Alberta sites. Cenovus Energy Inc.
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