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Canada's Economy Is Slowing: 5 Money Moves to Make Before Year-End

  Canadian Money Brief | October 22, 2026 Canada's economic outlook has weakened, and that is a good reason to take a fresh look at your finances before the end of the year. The Parliamentary Budget Officer's October outlook projects real GDP growth of just 0.9% in 2026, down from its earlier forecast of 1.1%. The report points to changing trade conditions and U.S. tariffs as key pressures. This does not mean a recession is guaranteed. But when the economy faces uncertainty, a few practical steps can help households stay prepared and avoid unnecessary costs. 1. Review your monthly budget Check your last two or three months of bank and credit-card statements. Look for subscriptions you no longer use, recurring fees, food waste, and purchases that can be delayed. Even small cuts can free up cash for savings or debt repayment. Try this: Choose one spending category to reduce this month and move the money you save into a separate savings account. 2. Build or top up your emergency ...

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Deadly Drone Strike Ignites Odesa Apartment Fire, Leaves Six Injured

 

Odesa Under Fire: Civilian Casualties in Overnight Russian Drone Attack

In the early hours of July 19, Russian forces launched a massive drone assault on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa, killing one resident and injuring six others, including a child. The strike ignited a fire in a multi-storey apartment building, engulfing several upper floors and prompting a dramatic rescue operation by emergency crews.

According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the attack was part of a broader offensive involving over 300 drones and 30 missiles targeting ten regions across Ukraine. In Odesa alone, more than 20 drones converged on the city, damaging multiple residential buildings and civilian infrastructure.

Local officials confirmed that five people were rescued from burning apartments, though tragically, one woman later died from her injuries. The Odesa Regional Prosecutor’s Office has launched a war crimes investigation into the incident.

As Ukraine continues to appeal for enhanced air defense systems and international support, the strike underscores the escalating toll of Russia’s ongoing aggression. Rescue operations remain underway, and authorities are assessing the full extent of the damage.

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