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5 Things to Know Today: US CPI, BoC Minutes, Oil Below US$90 (Nov. 10)

  Tuesday, November 10, 2026. U.S. inflation data, Bank of Canada minutes and a sharp slide in oil headline your morning. Here is what matters for your wallet. 1. US inflation report lands at 8:30 a.m. ET Economists expect October U.S. consumer prices to rise 0.3% from September, slower than the 0.6% jump the month before, with core prices up 0.2%. There will be no annual rate this time because last year's government shutdown left a gap in the October 2025 data. Strong U.S. jobs numbers on Friday have already pushed the odds of a Fed rate hike on December 9 above 65%. What it means for you: U.S. rate expectations move Canadian bond yields, which set fixed mortgage rates, and they swing the loonie. A hot reading could push yields higher; a cool one could give borrowers a little breathing room. 2. Bank of Canada releases its rate-hike minutes at 1:30 p.m. ET The central bank publishes its summary of deliberations on the October 28 decision, when it raised its policy rate by a qua...

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Pope Francis to Make First Public Appearance in Over a Month

Pope Francis, 88, is set to make his first public appearance in five weeks this Sunday. The Vatican announced that the pontiff, who has been battling double pneumonia, will greet the public and offer a blessing from the window of his room at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. This marks a significant moment, as the pope has been hospitalized since February 14, making this his longest absence from public view since his election in 2013.

While his health has shown improvement, the Vatican has indicated that Pope Francis will not deliver the traditional Angelus prayer this Sunday, signaling that his recovery is ongoing. The pope's hospitalization has been a challenging period, but his resilience and determination to connect with the faithful remain evident.

This appearance will undoubtedly bring relief and joy to Catholics worldwide, who have been praying for his swift recovery. It also highlights the pope's commitment to his role, even amidst health challenges.

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