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Winter Storm Near Miss: Southern Ontario Could Still See Heavy Snow

  A major winter storm developing across the central United States is expected to track close enough to southern Ontario this weekend to bring the risk of significant snowfall. While the core of the system is projected to remain south of the border, its northern edge may still sweep across regions from Windsor to the Greater Toronto Area. Forecasters say the exact path remains uncertain, but current projections suggest that areas along and south of Highway 401 could see notable accumulations if the storm shifts even slightly north. Some models indicate the potential for 10–20 centimetres of snow, with locally higher amounts possible if lake‑enhanced bands develop. The storm threat comes as southern Ontario braces for a surge of bitter cold. Wind chills dipping into the minus twenties may precede the system, creating conditions that could intensify snowfall rates and make travel more difficult. Meteorologists continue to monitor the storm’s trajectory closely. Residents are enco...

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Historic Market Rally: Dow Achieves Record Point Gain Following Tariff Pause Announcement

                

In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. stock markets soared to unprecedented heights after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on his sweeping global tariffs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged nearly 3,000 points, marking the largest single-day point gain in its history. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ also experienced remarkable rallies, with gains of over 9% and 12%, respectively.

The announcement came via a Truth Social post, where Trump stated that the pause would apply to most countries, accompanied by a reduced reciprocal tariff rate of 10%. However, tariffs on Chinese imports were raised to 125%, reflecting ongoing trade tensions.

This historic market rally follows a period of volatility and investor uncertainty, with fears of a global recession looming due to escalating trade wars. The pause provided much-needed relief, signaling a temporary reprieve for businesses and investors alike.

Big Tech stocks led the charge, with companies like Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple posting double-digit gains. Analysts described the day as a "dose of relief" for the markets, highlighting the significance of the announcement in stabilizing investor sentiment.

While the pause offers a moment of optimism, the long-term implications of the trade policies remain uncertain. For now, Wall Street celebrates a day that will be remembered as a milestone in financial history.

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