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Liberal Candidate Paul Chiang Steps Down Amid Controversy

Paul Chiang, a Liberal candidate in the Markham-Unionville riding, has announced his resignation following backlash over comments he made regarding a Conservative opponent, Joe Tay. Chiang suggested that individuals could claim a bounty offered by Hong Kong authorities by turning Tay over to the Chinese consulate. This statement, made during a press conference in January, sparked widespread criticism and raised concerns about foreign interference in Canadian politics. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has since launched an investigation into the matter, citing potential threats to Canada's democratic processes. Chiang issued an apology, calling his remarks a "deplorable lapse in judgment," but the controversy persisted. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre condemned the comments, stating that they endangered Tay's safety and sent a chilling message to the community. Chiang's resignation comes as Liberal leader Mark Carney faces mounting pressure to address ...
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Wall Street Holds Steady Ahead of a Monster Week

 

The stock market in Wall Street has been holding steady ahead of a massive week. The S&P 500, the Dow, and the Nasdaq composite were little changed in early trading on Monday. Big Tech stocks are the main reason the S&P 500 has soared to a record high since two autumns ago. Seven of them have been responsible for the majority of the index’s returns over that time, and five of those will report their latest results this week: Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft. 

The U.S. Federal Reserve is scheduled to announce its monetary policy on Wednesday, with traders not anticipating a rate cut. This week will also bring another trove of corporate earnings, including the biggest technology companies in the world.


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