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Mass Displacement in Lebanon After Intensified Israeli Evacuation Warnings

                                                     Displaced people walk outside a school-turned-shelter, in Beirut Tens of thousands of Lebanese civilians have been forced into shelters after what officials described as “unprecedented” evacuation warnings issued by the Israeli military. Local authorities estimate that around 100,000 people have fled their homes in southern Lebanon within a short period, seeking safety in schools, public buildings, and makeshift community centers. The warnings follow a sharp escalation in cross‑border hostilities, with Israeli forces expanding the areas they instructed residents to evacuate. Lebanese municipalities and humanitarian groups say the pace and scale of displacement have overwhelmed available shelter capacity, leaving many families without adequate access to food, medical care, or basi...

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TSX Surges to New Heights, Extending Winning Streak to Nine Days

The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) continues its impressive rally, closing at yet another record high as its winning streak stretches to nine consecutive trading days. The benchmark S&P/TSX Composite Index rose 0.3%, adding 74.4 points to settle at 25,971.9

This latest surge marks a 2.4% weekly gain, reinforcing investor optimism amid strong performances across multiple sectors. Healthcare led the charge with a 1.2% increase, while Basic Materials saw a slight dip of 0.2%

Market analysts attribute the sustained momentum to robust corporate earnings, stable commodity prices, and easing trade tensions. With 74% of TSX-listed stocks closing higher, the bullish sentiment remains strong, fueling expectations for continued growth in the coming weeks. 

Investors will be watching closely to see if the TSX can maintain its upward trajectory and extend its streak into double digits.

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