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Canadian and U.S. stock markets inch higher despite gains in oil prices

TORONTO — Canadian and U.S. stock markets rose on Monday despite gains in oil prices and the war in Iran threatening to drag on....

Starbucks’ summer menu arrives this week: See what’s new and returning for the season

The new menu features a tropical new Refresher and returning summer fan favorites. WASHINGTON — Starbucks' summer menu arrives this week, providing tropical and...

S&P/TSX composite up more than 100 points, U.S. stock markets also climb higher

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index was up more than 100 points in late-morning trading, helped by strength in the base metal and energy...

Portland convenience store tries providing free food to deter theft

Just outside Providence Park, Stadium Superette is a family-owned convenience store — and a convenient target for shoplifters. PORTLAND, Ore. — Out in...

Q&A: Vancouver’s chief planner on push to allow taller buildings downtown

The City of Vancouver has launched a public feedback exercise that seeks input on the planning department’s move to update an existing policy that...

Mavericks hire Trail Blazers assistant GM Mike Schmitz as general manager: Report

The Mavericks are hiring Trail Blazers assistant GM Mike Schmitz as general manager under new team president Masai Ujiri, ESPN reported. PORTLAND, Ore....

Canada, U.S. stock markets rise amid jobs reports from both countries

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index rose on Friday while U.S. markets drove further into record territory, as investors digested labour data on both...

‘Uncertainty’ weighs on Telus results, but company hopeful AI can bring new revenue

Telus Corp. reported its first-quarter profit fell amid a "dynamic" operating environment as the company says its focus remains on generating free cash flow,...

New $100M Oregon housing fund targets the state’s ‘missing middle’

The Oregon Community Foundation is launching a $100 million housing fund aimed at helping developers build 10,000 new homes for middle-income residents. PORTLAND,...

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