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Lutron has expanded its Caséta smart home line with automated basswood blinds that include a Natural Light Optimization feature to adjust slat angle in response to the sun's trajectory.

Global markets were mixed as Wall Street hit an all-time high while TSX futures eased after Canada's main index reached a fresh record.

Federal data show average annual wage increases in unionized settlements reached 3.9% between Jan. 1 and Aug. 31, 2025, the highest since at least 2016, with stronger gains in the private sector.

Asian stocks climbed and oil was volatile after reports the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and said it had placed Venezuela under temporary American control.

At least one airline cancelled all scheduled flights in far northwestern Canada after temperatures fell below -50°C; the carrier said it is working to reschedule affected passengers as conditions allow.

Mexico and five other countries publicly condemned U.S. military action that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and dozens of protesters gathered outside the U.S. embassy in Ottawa calling on Canada to support Venezuelan self-determination.

Venezuelan officials said the interim government remains united behind President Nicolás Maduro, who is in U.S. custody in New York and scheduled for a Monday court appearance.

U.S. authorities captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and he is reported as detained in New York awaiting charges; markets were closed during the operation and investors face heightened geopolitical risk.

U.S. officials said Caribbean airspace curbs would expire at midnight ET, allowing airlines to resume flights; carriers and an industry analyst said it will take several days to restore normal schedules.

A Maple Ridge charity says a $500 gift card it bought for a family was found empty after purchase; the charity later reported the incident publicly and recovered the funds.

The UAE said it has withdrawn all its troops from Yemen, citing the conclusion of remaining counterterrorism missions, as tensions with Saudi-backed forces and the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council have escalated.

An Air India pilot was arrested at Vancouver International Airport on Dec. 23, and Transport Canada said the matter involves its alcohol rules for crew and will be followed up with Indian authorities; police say an investigation is ongoing.

Finnish police arrested two crew members after damage was found on an Elisa undersea cable; two other crew were placed under travel bans and an investigation has been opened.

The Supreme Court heard a challenge to tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and a ruling is expected in January or February; legal experts say the administration can likely recreate similar tariffs through other statutes while refund processes remain unclear.

Shares slipped slightly after Warren Buffett handed Greg Abel the top job, and the company held $381.7 billion in cash as of Sept. 30.

The article reports Saks's CEO has stepped down as the company reviews options including a possible Chapter 11 filing after missing an interest payment of over US$100 million.

Canada's voluntary grocery code takes full effect Jan. 1, enabling formal complaints, dispute resolution and dues collection; annual reports begin in 2026.

Magna Mining has filed a technical report concerning a mineral resource estimate for the Levack Mine property in Sudbury; the company operates McCreedy West and holds other past-producing prospects.

Liberty Gold added 35 claims around Goldstrike and is advancing water rights and studies; Antimony Ridge shows up to 5.8% antimony with >3 km strike and drill‑ready targets; Gage acquisition adds 181 claims and two state leases (5,916 ha) and will be combined with Antimony Ridge for a critical‑metals opportunity while divestiture options are reviewed.

Organigram expands its investment in Phylos to secure priority access to autoflower genetics, preferential economic terms and long‑term international rights for product growth.

Globe Advisor’s Pensions Unpacked reviews how workplace pensions, CPP limits, lost pensions, DB risks and retirement-income options affect Canadians’ retirement plans.

Trade tensions and a 'Buy Canadian' backlash cut U.S. bourbon imports by about 60%, lifting demand for Canadian whiskies and prompting local distillers to adapt.

Ipsos poll: Affordability and health care were Canadians' top concerns in 2025, while worsening Canada–U.S. relations and Trump-related stories dominated the year's news.

Across municipal, provincial and federal levels, several new laws and rules affecting businesses, workers and tenants came into effect in Ontario at dates throughout 2025.

Official and private manufacturing PMIs each rose to 50.1 in December, marking the first expansion in eight months as orders increased ahead of year-end holidays.