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Canada’s Job Market Gains Momentum as Unemployment Drops to 6.5%

  I n October, Canada gained 66,600 jobs and the unemployment rate dropped 0.2 percentage points to 6.9 per cent.  Canada’s labour market showed renewed strength in November , with the unemployment rate falling to 6.5% as the economy added 53,000 jobs . This marks a positive shift after months of slower employment growth, suggesting resilience despite global economic uncertainties. Key Highlights: Unemployment Rate: Down to 6.5%, the lowest in several months. Job Creation: 53,000 new positions added, driven largely by full-time employment. Sector Growth: Gains were seen in professional services, healthcare, and construction, reflecting strong demand across diverse industries. Regional Trends: Ontario and British Columbia led the way in job creation, while some provinces experienced more modest growth. Economic Context: Analysts note that the increase in employment could ease concerns about consumer spending and economic slowdown. However, wage pressures and infla...

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Intensified Conflict: Airstrikes Hit Beirut as Israel Expands Gaza Operations

 

In the early hours of Thursday, several large airstrikes targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut, including a site near Lebanon’s only international airport. The Israeli military had issued an evacuation notice for the area, citing the presence of Hezbollah facilities.

Simultaneously, Israel has expanded its ground operations in northern Gaza, focusing on Beit Lahiya, a town heavily bombed since the conflict began. This escalation follows a month of intense military actions that have resulted in significant casualties on both sides.

Hezbollah’s leader, Naim Kassem, stated that the group is open to cease-fire negotiations only if Israel halts its aggression. The conflict, which started over a year ago, has seen over 3,000 deaths and thousands more injured in Lebanon alone.

The international community continues to call for a diplomatic resolution, with France’s Foreign Minister urging for immediate action towards peace. As the situation develops, the humanitarian crisis deepens, with civilians bearing the brunt of the ongoing violence.



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