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Monday’s CPI Could Decide Your Next Mortgage Payment

  Canada lost 68,000 jobs in September. Inflation is sitting at 3%. The Bank of Canada has to decide on October 28 which of those facts matters more, and on Monday morning one more number lands to help it choose. If you carry a variable-rate mortgage, a HELOC or a renewal this winter, that number has a price tag. Two reports pulling in opposite directions The jobs data came first. Statistics Canada reported on October 9 that employment fell by 68,000 in September, pushing the unemployment rate to 6.5% from 6.4%. It followed a drop of about 42,000 in August, which means more than half of the 181,000 jobs gained between April and July have now been wiped out. Ontario shed 20,000 positions on its own. Markets reacted within hours: the odds of a quarter-point Bank of Canada hike on October 28 dropped to roughly 25% from about 40%, according to LSEG data reported by Reuters. Inflation is telling the opposite story. The consumer price index rose 3.0% year over year in August, matching Ju...

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Ukrainian Commander Calls for Drone Expansion and Tactical Innovation Short Article:

 

Oleksandr Pivnenko, commander of the National Guard of Ukraine, speaks during an interview with Reuters, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine November 13, 2025.


A senior Ukrainian commander has emphasized the urgent need for more drones and improved battlefield tactics as the war with Russia continues to evolve. Speaking on the challenges faced by Ukrainian forces, the commander highlighted that drones have become a critical asset in modern warfare, providing reconnaissance, precision strikes, and a technological edge against a larger adversary.

While Ukraine has made significant progress in integrating drone technology into its operations, shortages remain a pressing issue. The commander stressed that expanding drone production and refining tactical approaches are essential to counter Russia’s numerical advantage and sustain long-term defense efforts.

Military analysts note that Ukraine’s reliance on drones reflects a broader shift in warfare, where technology and adaptability often outweigh sheer manpower. The call for innovation underscores Kyiv’s determination to maintain resilience and effectiveness on the battlefield.


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