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• U.S. inflation hits 3-year high with gas prices climbing amid Iran war

  Rising gas prices pushed inflation to a three-year high last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration.

  U.S. News

  37 mins
• Know the risks, World Cup visitors warned over Canada’s toxic drug supply

  Health officials in both Canadian cities hosting World Cup matches are warning visitors about the potential risk of the toxic illicit drug supply.

  Canada

  1 hour
• Are headlights too bright? Nearly 380K Canadians told Ottawa their answer

  Close to 380,000 Canadians participated in Transport Canada’s public consultation regarding vehicle headlight glare, a number the department calls a 'high volume of responses.'

  Canada

  1 hour
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• Bank of Canada holds interest rates steady amid turbulent economy

  The Bank of Canada held it's key policy rate unchanged Wednesday, with the benchmark interest rate staying at 2.25 per cent after a turbulent period of economic data.

  Economy

  1 hour
• Liberals set to introduce bill banning social media for kids under 16

  Ottawa is set to introduce legislation to enact what the government is calling the Digital Safety Act and the Digital Safety Commission of Canada Act.

  Canada

  2 hours
• B.C. energy minister frustrated with communications over potential Alberta pipeline routes

  With less than a month before the Alberta government hopes to present a pipeline proposal to Ottawa, the B.C. government says it's being left out of the discussions.

  Economy

  11 hours
• Victim impact statements heard in B.C. woman’s human trafficking trial

  Victim impact statements were read on Tuesday in the sentencing hearing for Jennifer Stephens. She is charged in a human trafficking case involving young victims.

  Crime

  12 hours
• Vancouver hotel rooms, FIFA World Cup game tickets still available with days to go

  Tickets are still available for the first of seven matches in Vancouver and as of Tuesday, there were tickets available for about $400 each.

  Economy

  Jun 9
• New B.C. drivers can now take learner’s licence knowledge test online

  This will be for new drivers who want to obtain a learner's licence for passenger vehicles and motorcycles, not for anyone seeking a commercial driving licence.

  Tech

  Jun 9
• City of Vancouver sets date for free English Bay fireworks show

  Called Summer Lights in English Bay, it will take place on Friday, July 31, at English Bay Beach Park and will be free for everyone.

  Canada

  Jun 9
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• Tourists racked up $200M in unpaid health-care bills in B.C.: report

  In a release, the BC Conservatives pointed to research from SecondStreet.org, which obtained the information through a freedom of information request.

  Health

  Jun 9
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• Liberals open to shorter metadata rules but splitting bill ‘not an option’

  Ottawa says it is willing to change its lawful access bill to shorten the time electronic service providers would be required to keep users' metadata to less than one year.

  Politics

  Jun 9
• Provinces await feds’ social media ban, still considering their own rules

  Several provinces that have previously indicated interest in social media bans say they'll be watching to see how the federal government will roll its plan out.

  Canada

  Jun 9
• Surrey woman’s stalker sentenced to 9 months in jail

  Andy Kyungho Yun, 48, has been sentenced to nine months in jail, with two years' probation and a 10-year ban on owning firearms and weapons.

  Crime

  Jun 9
• Suspect in custody after OPP officer killed in line of duty

  Police say Const. Tarun Bali was injured at about 12:30 p.m. while officers were conducting an investigation and was later pronounced dead.

  Crime

  Jun 9
• Ottawa extends amnesty for banned firearms amid Supreme Court challenge

  The federal government previously said prohibited firearms must be disposed of or deactivated by the end of an amnesty period on Oct. 30.

  Canada

  Jun 9
• $8 billion remodel planned for Penn Station, New York City’s busiest transit hub

  Donald Trump has floated renaming his hometown station in his honour as he’s sought to burnish his legacy with public projects, from a new White House ballroom to a triumphal arch.

  Trending

  Jun 9
• Who’s playing on Canada Day? Here’s the national noon ceremony lineup

  Audiences can expect 'a deeply Canadian experience, punctuated by musical performances, dance numbers, inspiring personal accounts and special guest appearances.'

  Canada

  Jun 9
• Iranian soccer body claims World Cup fan tickets revoked days before start

  The federation's claims come amid heightened tensions between Iran, the U.S. and Israel, all of which are currently adhering to a fragile ceasefire.

  Trending

  Jun 9
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• Ksi Lisims LNG lead developer signs agreement with 3 B.C. First Nations

  The other Ksi Lisims partners are Rockies LNG, a consortium of Canadian natural gas producers, and the Nisga'a Nation, on whose land the project would be built.

  Politics

  Jun 9
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• Global oil inventories headed to lowest level in decades, U.S. EIA warns

  The Middle East conflict has caused global stockpiles of oil to plummet to their lowest level since 2003 while petroleum prices have spiked, according to a new energy data report.

  Consumer

  Jun 9
• Canada’s retaliatory tariffs ‘a problem’ for negotiations: U.S. trade rep

  U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said he's focused on addressing 'flaws' in the CUSMA trade pact, and that talks are progressing with Mexico.

  Politics

  Jun 9
• Why smaller weddings are making a comeback: ‘They want to buy a house’

  As the heightened cost of living weighs on Canadian households, some wedding planners and vendors say they've noticed a shift with their clients.

  Consumer

  Jun 9
• U.S. Social Security’s retirement fund depleting year sooner than expected

  Rising healthcare costs and U.S. government spending have contributed to a projected depletion date that is less than 10 years from now.

  U.S. News

  Jun 9
• Vancouver home invasion suspect killed by police

  Police were called to a home in the 3600 block of Commercial Street at about 9 p.m. and arrived to find a suspect in the home, holding a man hostage inside.

  Crime

  Jun 9