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Mojtaba Khamenei’s Rise Sparks Market Turmoil as Hardliners Mobilize

People attend a gathering to support Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 9, 2026.  Iran’s hardline factions mounted a powerful show of support for newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei , rallying across Tehran in a display that signaled a tightening of conservative control and diminished hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East.  The demonstrations, marked by mass gatherings and imagery linking Mojtaba to his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, underscored the regime’s consolidation at a moment of heightened regional conflict.  Analysts warn that the hardliners’ unified backing suggests Iran is unlikely to soften its stance amid ongoing tensions with the U.S. and Israel. Global markets reacted sharply. Fears that prolonged instability could further disrupt energy supplies sent oil prices soaring and triggered steep declines in major stock indices. With one of the most significan...
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Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time in Canada

As the winter chill begins to fade and the promise of spring looms on the horizon, Canadians prepare to embrace longer days and shorter nights. The eagerly awaited transition to Daylight Saving Time (DST) marks the end of standard time, as clocks across the country spring forward by one hour. This year, DST begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2 a.m. local time.

While the adjustment might mean losing an hour of precious sleep, the benefits of DST are well worth the initial grogginess. The extra daylight in the evenings encourages outdoor activities, boosts mental well-being, and provides a sense of rejuvenation after the long, dark winter months. Communities come alive as residents take advantage of the extended daylight to socialize, exercise, and engage in various recreational pursuits.

Historically, DST was introduced to make better use of daylight during the longer days of spring and summer. The practice was first implemented during World War I as a means to conserve energy. Over the years, it has evolved into a tradition that many Canadians eagerly anticipate.

As you set your clocks forward this weekend, take a moment to relish the thought of longer, sunlit evenings and the opportunities they bring. Whether it's a leisurely stroll in the park, a family barbecue, or simply soaking up the golden hour, the extra daylight is a gift to cherish.


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