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Nations React to Reported $1 Billion Fee for Trump’s Peace Board

  President Trump said the Peace Board 'will embark on a new approach to resolving global conflict'. Reports surrounding President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of Peace have ignited global debate after claims surfaced that countries may be asked to contribute $1 billion to secure or maintain permanent membership. The board, envisioned as a body overseeing governance and reconstruction efforts in Gaza, would reportedly be chaired by Trump himself, who would hold authority over which nations are admitted. A draft charter circulating among diplomats outlines three‑year membership terms, renewable only with the chairman’s approval. It also suggests that nations contributing $1 billion within the first year could bypass term limits and secure a permanent seat. The White House has pushed back on the reports, calling them misleading and insisting that no mandatory membership fee exists. Officials acknowledged that major financial contributors could receive greater influence but ...
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Canada’s Inflation Steady, Grocery Costs Surge to Two-Year High

Grocery prices have trended mostly upwards this year, say economists at RBC, "consistent with rising agricultural commodity prices over the first half of 2025." 

Canada’s annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 2.2% in November, signaling stability in overall consumer prices. However, beneath the headline figure, households are feeling the pinch at the checkout counter. Grocery prices recorded their sharpest increase in nearly two years, driven by higher costs for fresh produce, meat, and dairy.

Economists note that while energy and housing costs showed little movement, food inflation is becoming a key pressure point for families. Rising global commodity prices and supply chain challenges have contributed to the uptick, leaving many Canadians adjusting their budgets to accommodate more expensive essentials.

The Bank of Canada is expected to monitor these trends closely, as persistent food inflation could influence future monetary policy decisions. For now, the steady overall inflation rate offers reassurance, but the surge in grocery costs highlights the uneven impact of price changes across different sectors of the economy.


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