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Claim Your Share: Navigating the $500-Million Bread Price-Fixing Settlement

  Canadians who purchased packaged bread between January 1, 2001, and December 31, 2021 , may be eligible for compensation from a $500-million class-action settlement . This lawsuit accused major grocery chains, including Loblaw Companies Ltd. and George Weston Ltd. , of participating in a price-fixing scheme that artificially inflated bread prices. Who Can Apply? Eligible claimants include individuals and businesses that bought packaged bread in Canada during the specified period. The settlement covers most packaged bread products , but excludes fresh in-store baked goods, artisan loaves, and frozen bread. How to File a Claim Once the settlement process is finalized, an online claims porta l will be available for submissions. Claimants will need to provide details about their bread purchases, though proof of purchase is not required for claims up to $25 . Those who previously received a $25 Loblaw gift card  in 2018–2019 can still apply, but the gift card amount will be deduc...
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Heavy Clashes Erupt Between Israeli Troops and Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon

 

The United Nations has reported intensified clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants along the southern border of Lebanon, raising concerns of a broader conflict in the region. The violence comes amid heightened tensions following weeks of Israeli military operations in Gaza and increasing rocket fire from Hezbollah into northern Israel.

UNIFIL, the UN peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon, confirmed the escalation, noting significant exchanges of artillery fire and aerial bombardments. Local sources report casualties on both sides, though exact figures remain unclear. Civilians in the area have been urged to evacuate as fears grow over the conflict spiraling out of control.

Israeli officials accuse Hezbollah of launching provocations aimed at opening a second front in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Hezbollah, however, claims its actions are in response to Israeli "aggressions" and in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.

The United States has urged restraint, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasizing the importance of preventing a regional war. Meanwhile, humanitarian organizations have expressed alarm at the deteriorating conditions for civilians in both Gaza and Lebanon, where displacement and destruction are mounting.

As the situation develops, international efforts to mediate and de-escalate appear increasingly urgent to avoid further destabilization in the Middle East.


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