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5 Things to Know Today: July 29, 2026

  Wednesday, July 29, 2026 A fresh Iran missile attack has oil swinging again, the TSX just set another record, the Fed decides this afternoon, Microsoft and Meta report tonight, and your CPP deposit lands today. Here's what it means for your wallet. 1. Your CPP payment lands today Wednesday, July 29 is a Canada Pension Plan deposit day — the seventh of twelve scheduled payments this year and the last one before the August cycle. If you're collecting the maximum retirement pension starting at 65, you'll see $1,507.65 land in your account. The average new beneficiary starting at 65 receives $877.01 . Your amount will match what you received in June: CPP is indexed only once a year, in January (this year's bump was 2.0%), so there's no mid-year change. The next adjustment arrives with the January 2027 deposit. What it means for you: If your deposit is smaller than expected, it's almost always something individual — an early-start reduction, tax withholding, or a...
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Exploring Ancient Greece: Beyond the Acropolis

 

Greece, with its rich history and captivating mythology, boasts an impressive collection of ancient landmarks. While Athens and the iconic Acropolis are well-known, there’s a wealth of other treasures waiting to be discovered. Let’s step beyond the Greek capital and explore some of the most remarkable sites:

  1. Meteora Monasteries: Perched atop towering rock formations, these monasteries offer breathtaking views and a spiritual experience.
  2. Delphi: Once considered the center of the world, Delphi was home to the Oracle of Apollo and features ancient temples and a theater.
  3. Olympia: The birthplace of the Olympic Games, Olympia boasts a stadium, temples, and statues dedicated to Zeus.
  4. Epidaurus: Famous for its well-preserved theater, Epidaurus also has a healing sanctuary dedicated to Asclepius.
  5. Knossos: On Crete, explore the Minoan palace of Knossos, where the legendary Minotaur roamed the labyrinth.
  6. Mystras: A medieval ghost town with Byzantine ruins, Mystras offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
  7. Sounion: Visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, overlooking the Aegean Sea.
  8. Ancient Corinth: Discover ancient temples, the Acrocorinth fortress, and the famous Corinth Canal.
  9. Akrotiri: Explore the Minoan city buried by volcanic ash on Santorini.
  10. Rhodes Old Town: Wander through medieval streets, visit the Palace of the Grand Master, and admire the Colossus of Rhodes (no longer standing).

These lesser-known gems reveal Greece’s fascinating past and invite you to travel back in time. 

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