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Canada’s Jobless Rate Rises to 6.8% Despite December Hiring

          A employee sorts batteries on a conveyor belt at a recycling facility in Port Colborne, Ontario. Canada’s unemployment rate climbed to 6.8% in December , even though the economy added 8,200 jobs during the month. The increase in unemployment wasn’t driven by widespread layoffs but by a surge in the number of people entering the labour force and actively looking for work. December Highlights Unemployment rate: Up from 6.5% to 6.8% Employment: Net gain of 8,200 jobs Labour force: Expanded significantly, outpacing job creation Full-time work: Increased Part-time work: Declined Why the Rate Rose Economists point out that the rise in unemployment reflects renewed labour market participation , not a weakening economy. More Canadians felt confident enough to start job hunting, but hiring didn’t keep pace with the influx of job seekers. This marks the fourth straight month of employment growth , yet December also saw the largest increas...

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Dubai–Iran Air Travel Sees Sudden Wave of Cancellations



Flights between Dubai and several major Iranian cities were heavily disrupted on Friday after a series of abrupt cancellations appeared on the Dubai Airports website.

Nearly 20 flights operated by flydubai were canceled, affecting routes to Tehran, Shiraz, Mashhad, and other key destinations. No official explanation was provided, though the disruptions coincided with heightened tensions inside Iran and widespread connectivity issues reported across the country.

Regional carriers also adjusted their schedules. Airlines in Turkey canceled multiple flights to Iranian cities, and at least two services between Doha and Tehran were suspended.

The sudden wave of cancellations has left many travelers scrambling to rebook or reroute their journeys. Passengers were advised to monitor airline updates closely as the situation continues to evolve.


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