Some residents in Tehran were able to place mobile calls abroad after several days of imposed communications limits during a nationwide crackdown; SMS texting and access to internet sites outside Iran remain restricted.
President Trump announced that Venezuelan oil and money to Cuba will stop; Cubans and analysts say the move could worsen existing shortages, power outages and economic strain.
A royal decree establishes the International Financial Centre of Oman, aligning with the country's strategy to diversify its economy and strengthen its role as a global financial services hub.
Ontario's Jan. 1 rules require employers with 25 or more staff to post salary ranges, disclose use of AI in hiring and respond to applicants within 45 days; employment lawyers say the measures lack specific enforcement mechanisms.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is in China this week with a large ministerial delegation to pursue trade talks, including negotiations tied to Canada's 100-per-cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles; he is scheduled to meet Premier Li Qiang on Thursday and President Xi Jinping on Friday.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting China this week, the first G7 leader to go in 2026. Chinese commentators say Beijing is likely to press for tariff relief and clearer limits on sensitive areas such as investment and Taiwan.
A CAMH survey of more than 3,000 Ontario adults found that while long‑term alcohol use in Canada has declined, people who drink are consuming more than before the COVID‑19 pandemic, with increases in daily drinking and weekly binge drinking.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met in Nara and agreed to step up cooperation as they discussed trade and regional security.
Ocado has launched a Weight Management aisle on its UK online store after research found nearly 73% of respondents wanted guidance on items that support preserving lean muscle when using GLP-1 medications. The aisle features products such as Holland & Barrett’s nutrient-dense range and M&S high-protein meals under 600 calories.
Connor Ingram has gone 2-0-1 in his last three starts with a 1.95 goals-against average and a .930 save percentage, and the Oilers earned a 4-1 road win in Chicago.
