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5 Things to Know Today (Oct. 1): Minimum Wage Hike, Cooler U.S. Inflation, Oil Below $100

  Thursday October 1, 2026 A new quarter, a higher minimum wage in Ontario and a softer inflation read south of the border. Here are the five things that matter to your wallet today. 1 Ontario's minimum wage rises to $17.95 today Ontario's general minimum wage climbs 35 cents, from $17.60 to $17.95 an hour, as of October 1 — a roughly 2% bump tied to Ontario's CPI. The student rate goes to $16.90 (from $16.60) and the homeworker rate to $19.70. A full-time worker at 40 hours a week earns about $718 a week before deductions. Federally regulated workers already have an $18.15 floor, which has applied since April 1. What it means for you: If you pay anyone by the hour — a cleaner, a part-time helper, a seasonal worker — hours worked from today forward must be paid at no less than $17.95, even if the pay period started in September. Workers should check their next paycheque. 2 Cooler U.S. inflation eases the pressure on rate hikes The Fed's preferred inflation gauge came i...
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Netanyahu’s Stern Warning to Iran Amid Escalating Tensions in Lebanon


                                              

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Iran on Monday, emphasizing Israel’s capability to strike its enemies anywhere. This declaration comes in the wake of intensified Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which have targeted Hezbollah strongholds and resulted in significant casualties.

Netanyahu’s message, delivered via a videotaped address, was directed at the Iranian government rather than its people. He underscored that Israel’s military actions are a response to threats posed by Hezbollah, a group backed by Tehran. The recent airstrikes, including one that leveled an apartment building in central Beirut, have heightened regional tensions.

The Israeli Prime Minister’s warning highlights the ongoing volatility in the Middle East, with potential implications for broader geopolitical stability. As Israel continues its military operations, the international community watches closely, concerned about the possibility of further escalation.


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