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Wall Street Futures Edge Higher as Soft Jobs Data Fuels Rate-Cut Hopes

  US stock futures ticked upward on Wednesday, extending Wall Street’s rebound as investors digested a weaker-than-expected ADP employment report. The data showed a surprise decline in private-sector payrolls, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve may move forward with an interest rate cut at its upcoming December meeting. Market Performance Dow Jones Industrial Average futures rose about 0.2%, adding 80 points to 47,624. S&P 500 futures gained 9.25 points to 6,849.50, up 0.14%. Nasdaq 100 futures advanced 25.50 points to 25,631.50, a 0.10% increase. Key Drivers The ADP jobs report revealed a drop in private-sector employment, signaling cooling labor market conditions. This bolstered investor confidence that the Fed will ease monetary policy, with markets pricing in nearly 88% odds of a rate cut next week. Tech stocks continued to provide momentum, with Nvidia and Marvell edging higher. Crypto-linked stocks surged, with PMAX up 67%, CMCT up 30%, a...

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In a heart-wrenching incident that has shaken the city of Ottawa, six individuals, including four children, were found deceased in a home on Wednesday night. The Ottawa Police Service has confirmed that their homicide unit is actively investigating the case. Among the victims was an infant, tragically just months old, marking a profound loss for the community and the nation at large.

The incident occurred in the Barrhaven suburb, where authorities were called to the scene late Wednesday evening. The police have since taken one person into custody and have assured the public that there is no further threat to safety. The identities of the victims and the suspect have been released, revealing the devastating impact on a family new to Canada from Sri Lanka.

This senseless act has prompted an outpouring of grief and support from across the country, as Canadians come together to mourn the loss and extend their sympathies to those affected. The investigation continues, with more details expected to be shared by the authorities as they become available.

As the community grapples with this tragedy, questions arise about the circumstances that led to such a devastating outcome. The nation watches, waits, and hopes for answers, while holding the memories of the young lives lost in solemn remembrance.

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