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U.S. Officials Say Iran’s New Supreme Leader Gravely Wounded Amid Escalating Conflict

Protesters hold posters of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his son, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during a protest marking al-Quds Day (Jerusalem Day), after Friday prayers at Fatih Mosque in Istanbul. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed that Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei , was seriously wounded and likely disfigured during the opening phase of U.S. and Israeli military strikes. Speaking at a Pentagon briefing, Hegseth described Iran’s leadership as “desperate and hiding,” asserting that Khamenei has gone underground following injuries sustained in the attacks.  Reports from multiple outlets indicate that Khamenei has not appeared publicly since the conflict began, fueling speculation about the severity of his condition. Some accounts suggest he may have suffered catastrophic injuries, including the loss of a limb and a possible coma, after an airstrike that also killed members of his family.  U.S....
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How Loblaw and Metro are coping with food price inflation and sustainability challenges

 


Two of Canada's largest grocery chains, Loblaw and Metro, have reported increased sales and profits for the third quarter of 2023, despite facing public criticism over their role in food price inflation. 

Loblaw posted a net income of $421 million, up 12% from the same period last year, while Metro saw its net earnings rise 9% to $191 million. Both companies attributed their strong performance to higher demand for food and pharmacy products amid the ongoing pandemic, as well as their investments in e-commerce and digital initiatives. 

However, they also acknowledged the challenges of rising costs and supply chain disruptions that have contributed to higher food prices for consumers. Loblaw and Metro have recently added a new title to their executive teams: Chief Sustainability Officer, who will be responsible for overseeing their environmental and social impact strategies.



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