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Canada Holds Steady: Interest Rate Pause Signals Cautious Confidence

                      The Bank of Canada also held its policy rate at its last scheduled rate announcement in December. The Bank of Canada has opted to keep its key interest rate at 2.25% , a move that underscores a careful balancing act as the country approaches a pivotal moment in North American trade relations. With CUSMA (the Canada‑United States‑Mexico Agreement) negotiations on the horizon, policymakers appear intent on maintaining stability while assessing potential economic turbulence. The decision reflects a mix of optimism and prudence. Inflation has been easing gradually, giving the central bank some breathing room. At the same time, global economic uncertainty and the high stakes of upcoming trade talks mean officials are reluctant to introduce new variables into the financial system. By holding the rate steady, the Bank of Canada signals confidence in the economy’s underlying resilience while acknowledgin...

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Tragedy Strikes: Israeli Airstrike Claims 18 Lives in Gaza Strip


In a devastating incident, an Israeli airstrike in the Gaza Strip resulted in the loss of at least 18 lives from the same family. The strike targeted a house and an adjacent warehouse that were sheltering displaced people at the entrance to Zawaida town. 

Despite ongoing mediation efforts for a cease-fire, the violence continues to escalate, leaving families shattered and communities in mourning. Our hearts go out to those affected by this tragedy. 

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