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Trump Signals Iran War Deal ‘Soon’ as Strait of Hormuz Stays Open, Easing Market Fears

                                   U.S. President Donald Trump said a deal to end the Iran war could come “soon,”   President Donald Trump said a deal to end the Iran war could come “soon,” a comment that helped calm global markets as the vital Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial shipping. The waterway, which handles roughly one‑fifth of the world’s oil supply, has been a central concern for investors since the conflict began. With tankers continuing to move through the strait, oil prices have stabilized after weeks of volatility. Analysts note that even the perception of reduced risk in the region can ease pressure on global inflation, particularly in energy‑dependent economies like Canada. For Canadian households, a more stable oil market could help limit further increases in gasoline, transportation, and food costs. Equity markets reacted cautiously but positively,...

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Raging Wildfire Engulfs Jasper, Alberta: A Perfect Storm of Destruction

 

In a devastating turn of events, a wildfire that began 12 kilometers away from Jasper, Alberta, transformed into an unstoppable force, leaving firefighters powerless. The inferno, fueled by relentless winds gusting up to 100 kilometers per hour, created a 100-meter-tall wall of fire that consumed buildings within the townsite. 

Scientists attribute this catastrophe to a trifecta of factors: prolonged drought, dense forests filled with dead lodgepole pine trees, and strong winds that funneled the fire toward the town. The situation in Jasper is dire, with potentially 30% to 50% structural damage. Authorities are now faced with the daunting task of rebuilding a community that has been ravaged by this natural disaster. 


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