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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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Trump Jr. Visits Greenland Amidst Controversy Over U.S. Ownership

 

Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, arrived in Greenland on Tuesday for a private visit that has sparked speculation about the incoming U.S. administration's intentions regarding the Danish territory. The visit comes shortly after President-elect Trump reiterated his desire for the U.S. to acquire Greenland, a notion he first floated during his initial term in office.

Trump Jr.'s plane landed in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, where he is expected to stay for about 4 to 5 hours to shoot video content for a podcast. The Greenlandic government has stated that Trump Jr.'s visit is strictly private, and no official meetings with government representatives are planned.

Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, has a population of approximately 57,000 and is rich in natural resources such as oil, natural gas, and minerals. Despite its strategic importance, Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Egede has firmly stated that the island is not for sale and has no interest in becoming part of the United States.

The visit has political overtones, as it coincides with Greenland's ongoing push for independence from Denmark. In a recent New Year's speech, Prime Minister Egede emphasized the importance of Greenland breaking free from its colonial past. Meanwhile, Denmark's King Frederik X has reaffirmed the kingdom's rights to Greenland and the Faroe Islands by updating the royal coat of arms to include symbols representing these territories.

President-elect Trump has argued that U.S. ownership of Greenland is essential for national security and global freedom. However, both Greenlandic and Danish leaders have dismissed the idea, reiterating that Greenland is not for sale.

Trump Jr.'s visit, though private, has reignited discussions about the future of Greenland and its relationship with both Denmark and the United States.


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