Trump set to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out over ties
Markey wins Massachusetts Democrats’ endorsement as Moulton clears ballot hurdle in Senate race
4 of 5 victims of Virginia bus crash were traveling to a family wedding, relative says
Rescue divers react after trapped villagers free themselves from Laos cave
Rights groups sue over conditions at largest US immigration detention center
US judge orders review of Trump's IRS lawsuit settlement
Amazon employee arrested, charged with stealing hundreds of items from Massachusetts warehouse
Dead gray whale found in water off California coast
Game 7 awaits: Spurs at Thunder on Saturday night to decide Western Conference crown
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DOJ seeks recusal of judge in Georgia voter rolls case, citing misconduct scandal
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US general meets Cuban military officials at edge of Guantanamo Bay
The top U.S. general overseeing forces in Latin America held a rare meeting on Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the perimeter of U.S.
May 30, 2026
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|World
NJ state police set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center as ICE leaves
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has sent state police to establish designated protest zones and vehicle checkpoints outside an immigration detention center in Newark
May 30, 2026
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A trivia champ, 2 brothers and a helpful grandfather were among victims of Washington tank collapse
Crews have recovered another victim from a massive chemical tank rupture at a paper mill in Washington state
May 30, 2026
MidEast|Political|World
The Latest: Trump says he’ll back away from Kennedy Center overhaul after judge orders name removal
A judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing it for major renovations
May 29, 2026
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Brazil minister says US terrorist designation of local gangs could impact economy
A U.S. decision to designate the two biggest Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist organizations could impact Latin America's largest economy on several fronts, including by
May 30, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
Trump signs order to use HHS vaccine assessment as federal guide
U.S.
May 30, 2026
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Trump jumps into Republican primaries for governor in South Carolina, Iowa and Oklahoma
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican candidates in three contested gubernatorial primaries, where competition for his backing has dominated the contests
May 30, 2026
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US commander meets with Cuban military officials as Trump pressures island nation
The top U.S. commander in Latin America has met with Cuban military leaders in a “brief exchange on operational security matters” near the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay
May 30, 2026
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Judge says Kennedy Center board broke law putting Trump's name on building, blocks closure
A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and blocked the administration from closing the cultural and arts venue for major renovations
May 30, 2026
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Dallas firefighters were preparing evacuation moments before deadly apartment blast, chief says
The Dallas fire chief says firefighters were preparing to evacuate residents due to a reported gas leak when an apartment building exploded, killing at least three people and injuring five more
May 29, 2026
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What is a blue moon? Everything to know before the upcoming celestial event
What is a blue moon? Everything to know before the upcoming celestial event
May 29, 2026
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Driver detained after vehicle crashes into Detroit airport terminal
Driver detained after vehicle crashes into Detroit airport terminal
May 29, 2026
Health|Political|Science|World
White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report
White House breaks from precedent by not releasing Trump’s medical report
May 30, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|US|World
California warns of wild mushroom poisoning outbreak after 50 cases and four deaths
California warns of wild mushroom poisoning outbreak after 50 cases and four deaths
May 30, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Roland Garros to fine Paraguayan player after sexist remark about chair umpire
Roland Garros to fine Paraguayan player after sexist remark about chair umpire
May 30, 2026
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Five people dead and 44 injured after bus hits cars on Virginia interstate, state police say
Five people dead and 44 injured after bus hits cars on Virginia interstate, state police say
May 29, 2026
Europe|Sports|US|World
Teenager stuns Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros in another major upset
Teenager stuns Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros in another major upset
May 30, 2026
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ICE agent charged in shooting during Minneapolis immigration crackdown is arrested in Texas
ICE agent charged in shooting during Minneapolis immigration crackdown is arrested in Texas
May 29, 2026
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Canadian who sold lethal chemical online pleads guilty to aiding suicides, avoids murder trial
A Canadian man who sold a legal but potentially deadly chemical and other items online to dozens of people who took their own lives pleaded
May 29, 2026
Arts|Political|US|World
Trump says he will 'transfer' Kennedy Center to Congress after court setback
President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration will transfer control of the Kennedy Center to Congress, after a judge ordered
May 30, 2026
Africa|Crime|Political|World
Ghana lawmakers approve bill criminalizing LGBTQ 'promotion', official says
Ghana’s parliament on Friday approved a new bill that criminalizes the so-called promotion of LGBTQ activity, part of a broader crackdown on sexual minorities in West Africa.
May 29, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|World
US, Mexico conclude first round of trade deal talks on autos, metals, security
The U.S. and Mexico trade negotiators on Friday concluded their first bilateral negotiating round to revise the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade, discussing
May 30, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|World
Yum Brands in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, source says
Yum Brands is in exclusive talks to sell its Pizza Hut chain to private-equity firm LongRange Capital, a source familiar with the matter said on Friday.
May 30, 2026
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Lula rejects U.S. terrorist designation of Brazil criminal gangs
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Friday blasted a U.S. decision to designate two Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist
May 29, 2026
Business|Election|Political|US|World
Louisiana enacts new congressional districts in a bid to give the GOP another seat
Louisiana is enacting a plan to try to help Republicans maintain control of the U.S. House in November
May 29, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Djokovic's French Open loss to teenager Fonseca ensures a new men's Grand Slam winner
There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of the door at Roland Garros in a five-set thriller
May 29, 2026
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Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is assessing damage to its Florida launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing
May 29, 2026
Crime|World
ICE officer wanted in the shooting of a man during the Minneapolis crackdown is arrested in Texas
A federal immigration agent wanted in the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Trump administration’s Minnesota crackdown has been arrested in Texas
May 29, 2026
World
Trump ponders whether to move forward with Iran deal but hasn't yet decided
U.S. President Donald Trump met with his advisers for about two hours but has not yet made a decision on whether to move forward with a deal to extend the Iran ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz
May 29, 2026
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US stocks gain ground, adding to their records, as Dell soars
Stock indexes closed higher on Wall Street, adding to the all-time highs they set a day earlier
May 29, 2026
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SEC moves to repeal rule that requires companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate risk
In the latest action to undo Biden-era regulations on climate change, the Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed repealing a rule that requires some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and the risks they face from global warming
May 30, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he would be meeting in the White House Situation Room on Friday to make a final decision on a deal with Iran.
May 29, 2026
Crime|Health|World
Canadian man pleads guilty to selling lethal substances to people who killed themselves
A Canadian man accused of running an online operation selling lethal products in more than 40 countries has pleaded guilty to 14 counts of counseling or aiding suicide
May 29, 2026
Sports|World
Robinson learns of World Cup berth on golf course, Roldan during club meeting, Reyna in parking lot
American soccer players learned of their World Cup selections in dramatically different settings
May 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US immigration agent arrested in Texas for Minneapolis shooting
A U.S. immigration agent was arrested in Texas on Friday, nearly two weeks after a Minnesota prosecutor took the unusual step of charging him with assaulting a
May 29, 2026
Business|Election|Political|US|World
US Postal Service seeks to require states to submit lists of voters
The U.S.
May 29, 2026
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UN places Israel and Russia on sexual violence blacklist
The United Nations on Friday added Israel and Russia to a U.N. blacklist of countries suspected of committing sexual violence in conflict
May 29, 2026
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Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US
The Trump administration issued a sweeping demand to Mexico to raise the level of regional
May 29, 2026
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Wall Street ends higher, crude prices ease on potential US-Iran truce extension
U.S. stocks followed world shares higher and crude prices retreated on Friday as investors neared the end of a holiday-shortened week with renewed hopes of
May 29, 2026
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Canada might double exports to China, Chinese minister says during rare visit
China's Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi said on Friday that Canada could surpass its goal of increasing exports to China by 50% by 2030, during a
May 29, 2026
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SpaceX wins $4.16 billion US Space Force contract for threat-detection satellites
The U.S. Space Force said on Friday it has awarded Elon Musk's IPO-bound SpaceX a $4.16 billion deal for a satellite program designed to track and target airborne threats.
May 30, 2026
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IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy supplies
The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank and World Trade Organization warned on Friday that the war in the Middle East was straining
May 30, 2026
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Wall Street hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes
Wall Street's main indexes hit record closing highs on Friday and posted weekly and monthly gains as Dell results drove
May 29, 2026
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Louisiana approves new US House map eliminating Democratic majority-Black seat
Louisiana Republicans on Friday approved a new congressional map that dismantles a Democratic-held, majority-Black seat, boosting their party's odds of retaining the
May 29, 2026
Africa|Health|Science|World
WHO chief lands in Congo, saying Ebola outbreak 'can be stopped'
The head of the World Health Organization has arrived in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, to support efforts against an Ebola outbreak
May 29, 2026
Asia|Environment|Travel|World
Rescuers evacuate the first of 5 villagers found trapped in a cave in Laos; 2 still missing
Rescue divers in Laos have safely evacuated the first of five villagers trapped in a cave for over a week due to floodwaters
May 29, 2026
Economy|Health|Science|World
What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading
Geography may not provide meaningful protection once an outbreak is already underway.
May 30, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question
NASA has several contracts with Blue Origin as part of its Artemis program – this setback for the company could delay the program.
May 29, 2026
Business|Environment|Health|World
Rescuers pull first trapped person from flooded Laos cave
A team of specialist divers said they pulled one man from a flooded cave in central Laos on Friday, as four more people remained trapped with two others still missing.
May 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|World
Romania says Russian drone hit apartment block, NATO vows to defend alliance territory
NATO accused Moscow on Friday of reckless behaviour and pledged to "defend every inch of Allied territory"
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World
Oil falls on hopes for US-Iran ceasefire agreement
Oil futures fell more than 2% on Friday, closing out their steepest weekly decline since early April as traders awaited word that the U.S., Israel and Iran
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy says Russia is preparing major new attack on Ukraine
Russia is preparing a major new attack on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday on Telegram, citing intelligence data.
May 29, 2026
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More Fed policymakers eye possible rate hike as inflation risks rise
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May 29, 2026
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Iran's strongest card in nuclear talks: its highly enriched uranium
Iran and the United States are in discussions to extend their ceasefire so as to start negotiations on issues including Tehran's nuclear program, where
May 30, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US Democrats say Bondi refuses to answer Trump questions in Epstein probe
Former U.S.
May 29, 2026
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White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
The White House is moving to give political appointees more control over federal grants
May 29, 2026
Africa|Health|World
Kenya court suspends US plan for Ebola quarantine facility for Americans
A court in Kenya has suspended a U.S. plan to establish a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to a rare Ebola virus in northeastern Congo
May 29, 2026
Economy|Food|Political|World
Trump claims he's making food more affordable but his examples ignore the big picture
In a Truth Social post on Wednesday, the president proclaimed “TRUMP’S MAKING FOOD AFFORDABLE,” and cited falling prices for a range of groceries, including avocados, fresh berries, and a variety of pantry staples
May 29, 2026
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Tomatoes become latest symbol of America’s affordability squeeze
Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index
May 29, 2026
World
Israeli forces cross key Lebanon river in expanded ground offensive
Israeli forces have advanced to positions north of Lebanon's Litani River, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday, as
May 29, 2026
Americas|Economy|Political|World
Mexican senate approves amendment so elections can be annulled for foreign interference
Mexico's Senate on Friday approved a constitutional amendment to include "foreign interference" as a reason to annul elections in the country.
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World
Airlines and business groups warn of chaos if US restricts international flights
Major airline, travel and business groups warned that barring border processing at Newark or other major U.S. airports could lead to chaos, strand
May 29, 2026
Business|Technology|World
US senator presses TikTok US joint venture and Oracle on user data safeguards
U.S.
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Putin says it's too early to say if the drone which strayed into Romania was Russian
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that it was too early to say if the drone which crashed into an apartment block in Romania was Russian and suggested it could
May 29, 2026
Crime|Political|US|World
US judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund
A U.S. judge on Friday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from setting up a nearly $1.8 billion fund
May 29, 2026
Science|Technology|World
Russian Oreshnik missile fired in January was nine years old, Ukrainian experts say
A Russian Oreshnik missile fired at Ukraine in January appears to have been made nine years ago and contains only Russian and Belarusian components, Ukrainian
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Private credit roundup: paper losses deepen at lenders
A Reuters analysis of first-quarter regulatory filings by private credit lenders showed paper losses deepened, underscoring market concerns this year over the sector's
May 29, 2026
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World
Dollar set for weekly loss amid US-Iran ceasefire deal
The dollar slipped against major currencies on Friday and was headed for a second straight weekly loss after reports that the United States and Iran had
May 29, 2026
Business|Europe|Technology|World
Meta tool to track employee mouse clicks on collision course with EU privacy rules
Meta Platforms' plan to collect detailed records of U.S. employees’ computer usage for training its AI models is more extensive
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Putin says Russia has the means to destroy anyone who attacks its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad
Russia has all the means necessary at its disposal to destroy anyone who attempts to attack the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.
May 29, 2026
Sports|US|World
Altar-ed plans: US midfielder gets 1-day leave from World Cup training for his own wedding
American midfielder Brenden Aaronson had a good excuse to miss the U.S. World Cup team’s training session Friday
May 29, 2026
Europe|MidEast|Political|World
Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as the two sides start military talks at the Pentagon
Israeli troops have entered a southern Lebanese village, pushing deeper into the country amid ongoing conflict
May 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode
Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chair of Russia's powerful Security Council, warned European leaders on Friday that drones would continue to stray into their countries and prevent
May 29, 2026
Health|Science|Technology|World
China's Shenzhou-21 astronaut crew returns to Earth
China's Shenzhou-21 crew of three astronauts returned to Earth on Friday after nearly seven months in space and were in good health, state media reported.
May 29, 2026
Europe|Political|World
Zelenskiy could be stripped of top Polish honour, Poland's president says
Poland's president said on Friday he wanted a state body to discuss stripping Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy of Poland's top honour,
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday, after closing at record highs the previous session, with markets awaiting details on reports that the U.S. and Iran had reached a
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
U.S. equity funds draw weekly inflows as tech rally lifts sentiment
U.S. equity funds drew inflows in the week to May 27 as a rally in AI-linked technology stocks lifted sentiment, though concerns surrounding the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations kept
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World
GM-LG battery company delays return of laid-off workers to Ohio plant
A battery plant partly owned by General Motors is delaying the return of hundreds of workers in northeast Ohio amid continued weak demand for electric cars.
May 29, 2026
Political|World
Israeli push to take more of Gaza raises alarm as Hamas warns against escalation
Hamas said on Friday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's declaration that his country would
May 29, 2026
Asia|Science|Technology|World
3 astronauts from China return to Earth after nearly 7 months in space, a record for a Chinese crew
Three Chinese astronauts have returned to Earth after spending seven months in space
May 29, 2026
Africa|Crime|Education|World
Eight students are suspected of arson after a deadly fire at a girls school in Kenya
Authorities in Kenya say eight female students have been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire destroyed a dormitory at a boarding school, killing 16 children and injuring dozens of others
May 29, 2026
Economy|Europe|Political|World
European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar
Officials say the European Union will unlock 16.4 billion euros or around $19 billion in funds for Hungary after recently elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar enacted rapid reforms
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World
In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz
When AMD CEO Lisa Su
May 29, 2026
Crime|Finance|Political|US|World
Backlash over Trump's $1.776 billion fund tests Blanche's bid for US attorney general
Todd Blanche has moved quickly as acting U.S. attorney general to please the man whose face now adorns the exterior of the Justice Department’s
May 29, 2026
Arts|Election|Environment|Political|US|World
In California redistricting, pro-MAGA town likely to get a gay, liberal congressman
Huntington Beach, the right-leaning California city that banned the Pride flag from City Hall and elected a city council of MAGA
May 29, 2026
Economy|Political|World
Colombians head to the polls with peace efforts, economy on agenda
Colombians are set to vote on Sunday in what is likely the first round of a presidential election, amid deep polarization between those seeking
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises
German inflation slowed in May due to lower energy prices, and while core inflation accelerated, analysts said that was likely not evidence that cost
May 29, 2026
Asia|Crime|World
Former head of China's 'kung fu' temple sentenced to 24 years, state media reports
The former abbot of a Chinese temple famed as the birthplace of kung fu has been sentenced to 24 years in prison and fined 3.5 million yuan ($517,000) for crimes including
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May
Inflation in the euro zone's four largest economies hovered above the European Central Bank's 2% target for a third straight month in May, preliminary data showed on
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|World
TSX futures rise as US-Iran deal boosts sentiment ahead of GDP data release
Futures tracking Canada's blue-chip stocks rose on Friday as a deal to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire renewed hopes for an end to the Middle East conflict, while investors also
May 29, 2026
Crime|Europe|Political|World
Spain's Sanchez running out of road as corruption probes stack up
Eight years after ousting a corruption-mired, centre-right government on the promise of cleaning up politics,
May 29, 2026
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|World
US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations
Prosecutors have placed the Italian branch of U.S. construction giant Caddell Construction under investigation over alleged worker exploitation at the site
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|World
European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China
The EU's trade and investment relationship with China is "not sustainable", the European Commission said on Friday, vowing a stronger response as
May 29, 2026
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Science|World
Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water
Thousands of households in southeast England were left without water or facing low pressure during a record-breaking heatwave
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|World
Brazil's economy rebounds in early 2026, clouding rate cut outlook
Brazil's economy rebounded in the first three months of 2026, supported by household consumption and stronger investment, against a backdrop of a tight
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World
Rising exports lower US goods trade deficit in April
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted more than expected in April as a surge in exports blunted rising imports, but economists cautioned the trend
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World
Global equity funds draw weekly inflows as AI rally boosts sentiment
Global investors returned to equity funds in the week to May 27 after a week of outflows, as a rally in AI-linked stocks revived demand, though caution over U.S.-Iran peace
May 29, 2026
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World
Canada enters surprise technical recession amid tariff uncertainty
Canada's economy posted a surprise contraction in the first quarter versus the year before, making it two straight quarters of annualized decline - which
May 29, 2026