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Competition Bureau approves RBC's proposed takeover of HSBC Canada

Competition Bureau approves RBC's proposed takeover of HSBC Canada

GATINEAU, Que. — The Competition Bureau has cleared RBC's proposed $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Bank Canada despite concerns about concentration in Canada's financial sector.
US employers added a solid 187,000 jobs in August in sign of a still-resilient labor market

US employers added a solid 187,000 jobs in August in sign of a still-resilient labor market

WASHINGTON (AP) — America's employers added 187,000 jobs in August, evidence of a slowing but still-resilient labor market despite the high interest rates the Federal Reserve has imposed.
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson launch fund with $10 million for displaced Maui residents

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson launch fund with $10 million for displaced Maui residents

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson have committed $10 million to make direct payments to people on Maui who are unable to return to their homes because of the wildfires , through a new fund they announced Thursday.
Review finds at least 120 CRA employees claimed COVID benefits while employed

Review finds at least 120 CRA employees claimed COVID benefits while employed

OTTAWA — The Canada Revenue Agency says 120 people have been fired for claiming a federal COVID-19 benefit while employed there.
A federal judge strikes down a Texas law requiring age verification to view pornographic websites

A federal judge strikes down a Texas law requiring age verification to view pornographic websites

A federal judge has struck down a Texas law requiring age verification and health warnings to view pornographic websites and blocked the state attorney general's office from enforcing it. In a ruling Thursday, U.S.
Economists see Bank of Canada holding on rates after surprise GDP contraction

Economists see Bank of Canada holding on rates after surprise GDP contraction

The Bank of Canada’s next interest rate decision is set for next week.
AP Election Brief | What to expect in Utah's special congressional primary

AP Election Brief | What to expect in Utah's special congressional primary

WASHINGTON (AP) — Three Republicans will compete in a special primary election in Utah next week for their party’s nomination to replace U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart, the six-term GOP lawmaker who will step down on Sept. 15 .
This isn't what I ordered: Lawsuits accuse Burger King, others of ads that misrepresent their foods

This isn't what I ordered: Lawsuits accuse Burger King, others of ads that misrepresent their foods

Food ads have long made their subjects look bigger, juicier and crispier than they are in real life. But some consumers say those mouthwatering ads can cross the line into deception, and that’s leading to a growing number of lawsuits.
What to stream this weekend: Indiana Jones, 'One Piece,' 'The Menu' and tunes from NCT and Icona Pop

What to stream this weekend: Indiana Jones, 'One Piece,' 'The Menu' and tunes from NCT and Icona Pop

”Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” and the second season debut of the third “Power” spin-off “Power Book IV: Force” are among the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you Among the offerings worth your time as selected
From strikes to new union contracts, Labor Day's organizing roots are especially strong this year

From strikes to new union contracts, Labor Day's organizing roots are especially strong this year

NEW YORK (AP) — Labor Day is right around the corner, along with the big sales and barbecues that come with it.
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