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Canada Holds Steady: Interest Rate Pause Signals Cautious Confidence

                      The Bank of Canada also held its policy rate at its last scheduled rate announcement in December. The Bank of Canada has opted to keep its key interest rate at 2.25% , a move that underscores a careful balancing act as the country approaches a pivotal moment in North American trade relations. With CUSMA (the Canada‑United States‑Mexico Agreement) negotiations on the horizon, policymakers appear intent on maintaining stability while assessing potential economic turbulence. The decision reflects a mix of optimism and prudence. Inflation has been easing gradually, giving the central bank some breathing room. At the same time, global economic uncertainty and the high stakes of upcoming trade talks mean officials are reluctant to introduce new variables into the financial system. By holding the rate steady, the Bank of Canada signals confidence in the economy’s underlying resilience while acknowledgin...
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Mediterranean Braised Chicken Thighs

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed small artichoke hearts, drained
  • 3 shallots, halved
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup pitted Greek olives
  • 1/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon drained capers
  • 1 teaspoon ground sumac or za’atar seasoning

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°.
  2. In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown chicken, skin side down. Turn thighs over; arrange artichokes and shallots around chicken. Cook 1 minute longer.
  4. Add wine to pan; cook 1 minute longer, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan.
  5. Add remaining ingredients to pan.
  6. Bake 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175°.


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