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Canada's Tax Cut 2026: What It Means for Your Wallet

  If you haven't noticed a slightly fatter paycheque in 2026 — you're not imagining it. Canada's middle-class tax cut is now fully in effect, and nearly 22 million Canadians are paying less federal income tax this year. The question is: how much are you actually saving, and what's the smartest thing to do with it? Here's your plain-English breakdown — no tax jargon, no fluff. What Changed — And When In July 2025, the federal government cut the lowest federal income tax rate from 15% to 14% . That rate applies to the first $58,523 of every Canadian's taxable income in 2026 — regardless of how much you earn overall. Because it kicked in mid-year, the effective 2025 rate was a blended 14.5%. In 2026, you get the full 1% reduction from January 1 . Bill C-4 (the Making Life More Affordable for Canadians Act ) received Royal Assent on March 12, 2026 — making this cut permanent law. 2026 Federal Tax Brackets at a Glance The CRA also applied a 2% indexation adjustment...

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Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas Over Gaza Hostages

In a dramatic escalation of rhetoric, former President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of hostages held in Gaza. Trump took to his Truth Social platform to deliver the ultimatum, stating, "Release all of the Hostages now, not later, and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered, or it is OVER for you".

The warning comes amid unprecedented direct talks between U.S. officials and Hamas, a significant departure from the longstanding U.S. policy of avoiding direct engagement with the group, which is designated as a terrorist organization by Washington. The discussions, led by U.S. hostage affairs envoy Adam Boehler, aim to secure the release of American hostages still held in Gaza.

Trump's message also included a broader threat to the people of Gaza, stating, "A beautiful Future awaits, but not if you hold Hostages. If you do, you are DEAD!". This ultimatum follows a recent ceasefire agreement and the release of some hostages, but tensions remain high as the situation continues to evolve.

The former president's aggressive stance has drawn mixed reactions, with some praising his firm approach while others express concern over the potential for further escalation. As the world watches closely, the outcome of these negotiations remains uncertain.



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