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How to Protect Your Wallet from Rising Food Prices in Canada

   The 2026 Survival Guide — 10 proven strategies to cut your grocery bill and fight back against inflation. MoneySavings.ca  ·  May 10, 2026  ·  8 min read If your grocery bill has been quietly climbing, you're not imagining it. Canadian families are facing the steepest food inflation in years — but with the right strategies, you can fight back. Here's exactly what to do. The Numbers Are Real — And They Hurt Let's not sugarcoat it. According to the 2026 Canada Food Price Report , food prices across the country are expected to rise between 4% and 6% this year, driven largely by beef prices climbing roughly 7%. The culprits? A perfect storm of US–Canada trade tariffs, shrinking cattle herds, and rising supply chain costs. $17,571 Projected food spend for a family of 4 in 2026 +$994 More than in 2025 — per family, per year +27% Higher than just five years ago 4–6% Overall food price increas...

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Tragic Plane Crash Near DC: No Survivors Expected

A devastating plane crash occurred near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, resulting in the tragic loss of all 64 passengers and crew on board. The American Airlines regional jet collided mid-air with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, leading to a multi-agency search-and-rescue operation in the Potomac River.

Authorities have confirmed that there are no survivors from the crash. D.C. Fire and EMS Chief John Donnelly stated that the wreckage was found in three sections in waist-deep water, and the recovery operation is ongoing. Twenty-eight bodies have been recovered so far, including 27 from the plane and one from the helicopter.

The crash occurred around 9 p.m. EST when the Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet was on approach to the airport. The collision took place on a clear night, and both aircraft were following standard flight patterns.

President Donald Trump expressed his condolences and praised the efforts of first responders. "May God Bless their souls," Trump said in a statement. "Thank you for the incredible work being done by our first responders."

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident to determine the cause of the collision.

This tragic event has deeply affected the local community and beyond, with many expressing their sorrow and support for the families of the victims.



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