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The Federal Reserve on Wednesday emphasized that inflation has remained stubbornly high in recent months and said it doesn’t plan to cut interest rates until it has “greater confidence” that price increases are slowing sustainably to its two per cent target. “In recent months,” Chair Jerome Powell said at a news conference, “inflation has shown...

Hearings to determine whether NB Power will receive the full amount of its requested rate increase have been postponed. New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs said the delay is due to vacancies on the utilities board which the government is responsible for filling. Silas Brown explains.

Most drivers in this province will be receiving a $110 rebate, as well as frozen insurance rates until 2026. Richard Zussman reports.

Get ready to hand jive to one of the most iconic musicals in the world at the Mayfield Dinner Theatre. ‘Grease’ is on now until June 16. Actor Kate Blackburn, who plays Sandy, and actor Kory Fulton, who plays Danny, explain what the show is all about and what it’s like to play such iconic...

A proposed plan by the provincial government would see it loan $117 million to Nova Scotia power to reduce rate hikes. The power utility is running a bill it can’t finance – and as Zack Power reports, if the plan is approved, it could mean 10 years of smaller rate increases.

Canada’s central bank left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at five per cent on Wednesday, choosing to hold the line on interest rates for the fifth decision in a row. The move was widely expected by economists and the central bank and governor Tiff Macklem said it was “too early” to cut interest rates until...

Bank of Canada Gov. Tiff Macklem said on Wednesday the bank has decided to hold the interest rate steady at five per cent. The head of the Bank of Canada is also signalling that it’s “too early” to cut interest rates until there’s more progress in taming core inflation.

WARNING: Some of the images in this story are disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. Hopes for an imminent ceasefire in Gaza suffered a major setback after Israel boycotted the latest round of peace talks. The Israeli government is reportedly refusing to attend negotiations in Cairo, until Hamas provides a list of the surviving hostages in...

Vertigo Theatre’s Jack Grinhaus and local playwright, Arun Lakra, joined Global News Morning to discuss the mystery theatre company’s latest production, “HEIST.” The heart-racing play runs until Feb. 25.

Data from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) shows influenza and COVID-19 cases are decreasing across the country. While the numbers are encouraging, doctors say it’s important not to let your guard down. In Toronto, a mother accused of murdering her severely disabled daughter, has been cleared on all charges. Cindy Ali was previously...

Freezing rain is also forecast for the Fraser Valley from Langley to Hope. That rain is expected to begin late Thursday afternoon and last until Friday afternoon. That includes Chilliwack and Abbotsford as well.

Finland has announced that it will extend the closure of its border with Russia for an additional four weeks, until Feb. 11. This decision came after an increase in the number of asylum seekers entering the country, which Finland believes was orchestrated by Moscow. The border closure was initially imposed late last year, and despite...

Experts have touted the benefits of spending time outdoors for mental and physical wellness. That’s why a farm in Omemee is opening up its gates to visitors every Sunday from January until March to get their “Prescription for Nature.” Germain Ma checked out the event.

Metrolinx took media on a tour of its new Yonge-Eglinton station for the Crosstown LRT, where the head of consortium of builders hinted track testing may not be complete until mid-to-late 2024. Still, the head of Metrolinx is refusing to provide any clarity on dates, even those which could be ruled out. Matthew Bingley reports.

Proposed changes to the Electricity Act would allow New Brunswick’s utilities board to consider government mandate letters when weighing rate increases. As Silas Brown reports, that has some worried about the independence of the board and the potential impact on rate payers.

More Americans are expected to be among the foreign nationals exiting Gaza on Tuesday, White House National Security Spokesperson John Kirby said during a press conference. “We do expect more individuals to depart Gaza today via the Rafah crossing. To date, there’s been over 400 U.S. citizens and their families who have been able to...

MPI is requesting no change to basic insurance rates next year as it begins its annual Public Utilities Board hearing.

Victims prepare to speak out Tuesday about the alleged abuse they faced from Peter Nygard from the late 90’s until 2005. Catherine McDonald has more

Fox Burger recently opened a shop in Leduc and is participating in Downtown Leduc Dining Week on until September 23. Nate Box, from Fox Burger, explains how people can participate.

The latest federal government forecast on Thursday said Canada’s already unprecedented 2023 wildfire season could continue into late fall or winter. Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said Thursday there is a potential for increased wildland fire activity from eastern Alberta through to central Ontario until at least the end of the month, while...