A U.S. trader’s guide to the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling

Overall, a ruling against the tariffs would boost the earnings of companies in the S&P 500, before interest and taxes, by 2.4 per cent in 2026 over last year’s levels,…

Venezuela says it will release an ‘important number’ of political prisoners

BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Venezuela is releasing an “important number” of political prisoners, including foreigners, the head of the country’s legislature said on Thursday. The announcement could be the first sign…

Lebanon’s financial recovery will rest on security and political reforms, economy minister says

BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon’s moves to remove weapons from all non-state groups and assert full state control are as important as financial reforms if the economy is to recover after…

Kristi Noem defends ICE agent’s actions in Minneapolis shooting

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. ‘Difficult that we’ll get a fair outcome’: Walz speaks about ICE shooting investigation 00:58 Now…

Vancouver orchestra won't sue violinist who broke NDA to speak out about alleged rape

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra says it won’t be taking legal action against a violinist who broke a non-disclosure agreement to go public with accusations that she had been raped by…

Judge rules that a fifth federal prosecutor appointed by Pam Bondi is serving unlawfully

The top federal prosecutor in the Northern District of New York is serving in the position unlawfully, a judge ruled Thursday. U.S. District Judge Lorna Schofield’s ruling against acting U.S.…

A love letter to those who don’t believe in RRSPs

With the start of the 2026 registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) season, I’m reminded of a meeting a couple of years ago. I met with a client who was interested…

Thursday assorted links

1. Advancements in self-driving cars. 2. Infosys partners with Cognition.  Rolling out Devin.  Significant. 3. ChatGPT Health is launched. 4. The Final Offshoring? 5. Excellent year in review from Sebastian…

Paramount says Warner Bros. cable channels are worth nothing

Paramount pointed to the poor market debut of Versant Media Group Inc., the cable assets spun out of Comcast Corp., which began trading earlier this week. The shares have declined…

Senate advances measure to restrict Trump’s power to use military force in Venezuela

WASHINGTON — The Senate fired a warning shot at President Donald Trump, voting Thursday to advance a bipartisan resolution to block him from using military force “within or against Venezuela”…