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U.S.–Iran Strikes Escalate: What It Means for Your Gas Bill and Savings

  ⚡ BREAKING · MAY 8, 2026 By MoneySavings.ca Editorial Team   |  May 8, 2026  |  5 min read The Strait of Hormuz, photographed from space. Approximately 20% of the world's oil supply passes through this narrow waterway. (Image: NASA / Public Domain) American warships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on May 7, 2026 — and the U.S. military fired back hard, striking Iranian ports at Qeshm and Bandar Abbas. For Canadians, this isn't just a distant war story. It's a pocketbook issue. 20% of global oil transits the Strait of Hormuz every day $94 projected WTI crude price per barrel if closure continues (CEPR, 2026) 5% of normal shipping traffic still moving through the Strait What Happened — and When The crisis didn't begin overnight. On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes against Iran, targeting nuclear infrastructure and senior military leadership — including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the strik...
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Trudeau Announces High-Speed Rail Line Between Quebec City and Toronto

 

In a landmark announcement, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revealed plans for a high-speed rail line connecting Quebec City and Toronto. The project, which is set to be the largest infrastructure undertaking in Canadian history, aims to revolutionize travel between these major cities.

The selected consortium, Cadence, will co-design, build, finance, operate, and maintain the high-speed rail line. The train is expected to travel at speeds of up to 300 kilometers per hour, significantly reducing travel time between Montreal and Toronto to just three hours.

The rail line will feature stops in key cities including Trois-Rivières, Laval, Ottawa, and Peterborough, enhancing connectivity across the region. The project is anticipated to boost economic growth, create thousands of jobs, and reduce emissions

The design phase is expected to take four to five years, with construction commencing thereafter. While the project has garnered significant support, its future will depend on continued funding and political backing.

This high-speed rail line promises to be a game-changer for Canadians, offering a faster, more efficient, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation.

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