The Canadian dollar has just dipped below 70 cents US, hitting its weakest point in years. This slide will make everyday life more expensive. Anything bought from the United States—groceries, gas, and online shopping—will likely see rising costs. With everyday life set to become pricier and no quick fixes in sight, Canadians may need to brace for a bumpy financial ride—at least for the near future.
A new era of martial arts mastery is about to begin. Karate Kid: Legends, hitting theaters May 30, 2025, brings together two beloved mentors—Ralph Macchio’s Daniel LaRusso and Jackie Chan’s Mr. Han—to guide a young prodigy, Li Fong (Ben Wang). Prepare to cheer, gasp, and rediscover why this story of honor, strength, and perseverance still kicks as hard as ever.
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Chrystia Freeland has officially resigned from her roles as Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister, marking a pivotal moment in Canadian politics. The announcement came shortly before she was expected to deliver the fall economic statement. Freeland’s resignation follows reported policy disagreements with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Peloton has officially kicked off its Boxing Day event, offering savings of up to $650 on select equipment bundles. While the exact deals designated for the actual day of Boxing Day are still unknown, these early offers provide a brief window to secure exceptional value on Peloton’s range of bikes, treadmills, rowing machines, and strength devices.
As Boxing Day draws near, it appears increasingly likely that Anthropologie will roll out discounts approaching 40%. Although the retailer hasn’t formally announced its promotions, past holiday sales and current market buzz suggest customers can expect substantial markdowns across select apparel, home décor, and accessories.
From now until the 24th, all fragrances at Sephora are 20% off. This early celebration—arriving right before Boxing Day—offers an excellent window for those scrambling for last-minute gifts or searching for a personal treat. It’s a limited-time window that encourages beauty enthusiasts to secure their favorites while supplies last.
This Boxing Day, Dyson is presenting extraordinary value across a wide range of its most sought-after technologies. Customers can now enjoy substantial savings on Dyson’s high-performance hair care, cutting-edge cordless vacuums, and advanced air treatment systems—each meticulously engineered to improve comfort and convenience at home.
Canada’s postal strike has reached an abrupt resolution. After weeks of rotating walkouts and stalled negotiations, the Canada Industrial Relations Board issued a ruling that compelled postal employees to return to work.
The DC Universe just tossed a small surprise into everyone’s feed, showing a brand-new look at its fresh-faced Man of Steel. The newly dropped Superman poster is pure motion, capturing David Corenswet’s Clark Kent soaring upward, cape rippling as if eager to race the wind.
The Yellowstone season five finale delivered a storyline that hit harder than anyone might have anticipated. Instead of offering gentle goodbyes, it pulled the rug out as Beth Dutton found the perfect moment to avenge her father, John.
On Instagram, the actress just released a short but striking compilation video of the horrific comments people have been saying about her, flipping the script on body-shaming critics who’ve tried to take her down. It’s got a refreshingly direct tone—no frills, just real words.
Speculation is heating up among Ariana Grande fans after Ticketmaster listed 15 upcoming events under her name, hinting at a possible 2025 tour. While no official announcement has been made, the listings have fueled anticipation, especially following the release of her seventh studio album, eternal sunshine.
TikTok’s fate in the United States hangs in the balance after a federal appeals court rejected an emergency request from TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to delay a law that could force the app to be sold or face a ban.
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Exxon Mobil plans to build a natural gas power plant to supply electricity directly to data centers. The plant will include carbon capture technology to reduce 90% of its carbon emissions, addressing both energy demand and environmental concerns. This marks a shift for Exxon, as the company has historically focused on supplying energy for its own operations.
Adobe’s recent quarterly outlook has rattled investor confidence, sending its stock plummeting. While the firm’s earnings topped expectations, its forecasts for the upcoming quarter and beyond landed with a thud.
Stanley, the maker of the widely popular travel mugs, has announced a major recall on millions of lids, raising safety concerns among users. The issue stems from lids detaching during use—often while the drinker is mid-sip of hot coffee—leading to burns and injuries. The recall impacts approximately 2.6 million mugs sold since mid-2016.
Macy’s, long a mall anchor, will close 65 stores by January's end. This exceeds the 50 closures previously hinted at, as leadership seizes a favorable deal-making climate. These closures are part of a broader plan to shutter 150 locations by 2026.
Starting December 14, Canadians can enjoy two months of savings as the federal government temporarily removes the GST/HST from certain essential goods. This tax break applies to items bought and delivered by February 15, 2025, with no extra steps required from shoppers—the tax is automatically removed at checkout.
Big news in the fashion world: Chanel has a new creative director! Matthieu Blazy, known for his edgy and innovative designs, is now in charge of all of Chanel collections from ready-to-wear to haute couture.
The popular YouTube interview series "Hot Ones" has been sold for $82.5 million. The show, known for its unique format of interviewing celebrities while they eat increasingly spicy wings, has gained a massive following and become a cultural phenomenon.
The CFPB has capped overdraft fees at $5, aiming to reduce costs for consumers. While this helps those hit with high fees, it may lead banks to cut or limit overdraft services, affecting people who rely on them to cover essential expenses.
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Xbox has released a new AI-powered Support Virtual Agent aimed at helping players troubleshoot issues with their consoles and games.
Outer Banks returned to Netflix for its fourth season just last month and the second part just dropped today. As this final season rolls out, it’s a reminder of why we fell in love with the Pogues: for their wild hearts, relentless loyalty, and the unforgettable journey they’ve taken us on.
Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi’s "Wuthering Heights" adaptation, directed by Emerald Fennell, ignited a fierce bidding war between major studios. Despite Netflix’s record-breaking $150 million bid, Warner Bros. secured the project with an $80 million offer.
Google recently announced that its Black Friday sale will begin on November 12 and run until December 3, giving early shoppers plenty of time to catch deals.
Sony recently announced the PS5 Pro, set for release on November 7, 2024, priced at $700. This high price point has raised eyebrows, especially since it costs $250 more than the standard PS5 digital version.
Apple’s iOS 18. 2 offers a wave of exciting new tools and customizations for iPhone users, with more accessible AI and enhanced usability.
Netflix is shelving nearly all of its interactive titles by December 1, marking the end of their effort to create “choose-your-own-adventure” style programming that once promised a fresh way to engage viewers.
University of Melbourne researchers have created a high-speed 3D bioprinter that can quickly produce human-like tissue structures. Unlike traditional bioprinters, which build tissue layer by layer over hours, this new printer completes the process in seconds.
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Apple has introduced a hearing aid-like feature for AirPods Pro 2, allowing these wireless earbuds to serve as assistive hearing devices through a new software update. This feature, requiring an iPhone or iPad for initial setup, is designed to help people with mild to moderate hearing difficulties. This new option offers more accessibility for those who might otherwise avoid traditional hearing aids due to cost, stigma, or discomfort.
Costco locations across Ontario can now sell alcohol, joining the province’s grocery and big-box stores in expanded liquor access. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued 412 new grocery licenses, allowing beer, wine, cider, and ready-to-drink cocktails in stores like Costco starting October 31.
Netflix has unveiled a new feature called Moments, allowing users to clip, save, and share memorable scenes from shows and movies directly on social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook.
Stéphane de La Faverie will take over as Estée Lauder’s CEO on January 1, 2025, but it looks like he is up against a harsh crowd.
Volkswagen faces tough times in Germany with plans for plant closures, wage cuts, and downsizing amid falling revenues and growing competition.
Abercrombie & Fitch’s popularity continues to soar despite the recent arrest of former CEO Mike Jeffries
McDonald’s has just brought back the Quarter Pounder after a tough, image-shaking hiatus prompted by an E. coli outbreak.
MrBeast and Logan Paul’s latest venture, Lunchly—a healthier alternative to Lunchables—has been quickly hit with consumer complaints of mold in the meal kits
Apple has just hinted at the launch of its M4-powered MacBook lineup, setting the stage for a week of major announcements starting October 30
Tom Holland has officially confirmed that Spider-Man 4 is happening, with filming slated to begin in summer 2025.
In a significant media moment, President Donald Trump is set to appear on Joe Rogan's podcast this Friday, marking the first time the two have sat down for an interview.
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