Trump issues tariff letters to 7 more trading partners as talks with EU continue

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Today’s letters to seven minor trading partners add to the 14 other tariff rates U.S. President Donald Trump set earlier in the week.

OpenAI to release web browser that could challenge Google Chrome: sources

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The browser is slated to launch in the coming weeks, according to three sources familiar with the matter who spoke with Reuters. If adopted by the 400 million weekly active users of ChatGPT, OpenAI’s browser could put pressure on a key component of rival Google’s ad-money spigot.

Most of Nova Scotia’s universities are in the red. Here’s why, and what’s next

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Nova Scotia’s universities are planning cuts, program reviews and tuition increases to grapple with budget shortfalls over the coming year.

5 expert tips to protect yourself from financial fraud when the banks won’t

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Cybersecurity expert Claudiu Popa says financial institutions could do much more to protect customers from bank fraud in Canada. He urges people to follow these five tips to protect themselves.

Trump says he will impose 50% tariff on copper

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U.S. President Donald Trump said he will announce a 50 per cent tax on imported copper on Tuesday — adding to the growing list of punishing tariffs that are causing economic dislocation in Canada and around the world.

Rents easing across most major markets but many tenants not feeling relief: CMHC

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Canada’s housing agency says advertised rents in some major cities are easing due to factors such as increased supply and slower immigration, but renters are still not feeling relief.

Competition Bureau advances its investigation into Amazon’s pricing policy

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The agency is investigating the Amazon Marketplace Fair Pricing Policy, and has obtained a court order that will require Amazon to hand over records and relevant information for the investigation.

Quebec has rent control. So why are apartment prices still soaring?

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As the asking price for rent in Montreal skyrockets, housing advocates are renewing calls for the Quebec government to set up a provincewide rent registry to support tenants fighting for affordable housing.

RBC tells customer she’s responsible for $14K stolen from account in bank investigator scam

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When Melissa Plett got a fraud alert call from a number at the Royal Bank of Canada last month, she didn’t suspect she’d lose $14,510 as part of a scam where fraudsters pose as bank investigators. Though victims can seek reimbursement, banks often reject the request, or provide only a partial refund. Some consumer advocates argue banks need to pay up in full.

Trump announces tariff rates for numerous countries — but not Canada

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Japan and Korea were the first to receive letters informing them of a 25 per cent tariff rate each. But Canada is likely not going to be affected by the administration’s flurry of trade deals and letters this week.