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Business & EconomyNewfoundland lobster landings double, fishermen debate license increases
Lobster landings in Newfoundland and Labrador have more than doubled in under a decade, according to government data. While some fishermen see opportunity in expanding licenses, the province's fisheries union raises concerns about market value and infrastructure.
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Business & Economy · United StatesReno breaks ground on wastewater-to-drinking-water plant
Reno, Nevada, has begun construction on its first Advanced Purified Water Facility. The plant will treat wastewater to drinking water standards, aiming to bolster the region's water supply and lessen dependence on the Truckee River.
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Business & Economy · United StatesSpaceX sues Texas AG and Grimes County over Terafab records
SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Grimes County. The company is seeking to prevent the public release of records related to its proposed Terafab semiconductor and computing facility, citing concerns over confidential information.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTrump Limits Canadian Business Access to US Contracts
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued executive orders that will limit Canadian businesses' access to procurement contracts and impose new tariffs. These measures are set to take effect on September 29, prompting pushback from Canadian politicians.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTexas AG Ken Paxton distributes 7 million free eggs from antitrust settlements
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the distribution of over 7 million free eggs to food banks statewide. The eggs were obtained through settlements with three egg producers resolving antitrust claims over alleged price inflation.
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Business & EconomyCanada's reciprocal tariffs take effect with limited consumer impact
Canada's reciprocal tariffs, ranging from 15 to 50 percent, began in early September 2026. While most grocery items are unaffected, economists anticipate short-term price increases for health and beauty products. Retailers expect limited overall impact on consumers.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Flows Through Strait of Hormuz Increase Amid New Shipping Methods
Oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing, with Kuwait and Qatar restoring 70% of pre-war levels. Traders have developed new methods, including ship-to-ship transfers, to mitigate risks in the vital waterway.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastIran says Strait of Hormuz to remain closed until US changes stance
Iran's National Security Council secretary stated the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US changes its policy. This comes as approximately 40 oil tankers transited the strait, carrying 16 million barrels of oil, according to Axios.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastSaudi Aramco resumes oil loadings in Strait of Hormuz after pause
Saudi Aramco has resumed loading oil from terminals inside the Strait of Hormuz after a three-week pause, with three supertankers carrying 2 million barrels each. The company is offering heavy crude cargoes to Asian buyers via ship-to-ship transfers off Fujairah, while six more tankers await loading.
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Business & EconomyQuebec Company Recycles Fabric for New Products
Next Chance, a Quebec-based company, is giving discarded textiles a new life by upcycling them into products like reusable gift wrap and tote bags. Founded six years ago, the business aims to reduce textile waste and has set ambitious goals for salvaged fabric.
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Business & Economy · United KingdomRosebank and Jackdaw oil fields: UK faces £10.8bn economic loss if rejected, report says
Failing to approve the Rosebank oil and Jackdaw gas fields could cost the UK economy £10.8 billion over the next decade, according to research for Adura. The same study suggests 3,330 fewer jobs would be supported annually if the projects are not approved.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS Stocks Mixed as Oil Rallies on Riyadh Airport Attacks
US stock markets closed mixed on Monday. The Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 saw slight losses, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average finished higher. Oil futures rallied significantly following attacks on Riyadh's international airport, increasing inflation concerns.
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Business & Economy · United StatesManufacturing jobs rise by 72,000 in 2026, report says
A Council of Economic Advisors report indicates a significant increase in manufacturing jobs in 2026, attributing the growth to reshoring and tariff policies. The report also notes a rise in worker wages and highlights the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
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Business & Economy · Latin AmericaCosta Rica Withdraws Pacific Trade Pact Bid, Sacks Minister
Costa Rica has withdrawn its application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. President Laura Fernandez dismissed Foreign Trade Minister Indiana Trejos, citing a lack of transparency following protests from agricultural groups.
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X Strategies sues co-founder Derek Utley for $5 million embezzlement
X Strategies has filed a lawsuit accusing former chair Derek Utley of embezzling at least $5 million. The suit claims Utley gambled millions of company money at a South Florida casino, losing $3 million.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS trade restrictions to block Quebec-made BRP vehicles
US President Donald Trump's new trade restrictions will block Quebec-based BRP from selling its Can-Am Spyder and Canyon three-wheel vehicles in the United States starting September 29. The company expects the immediate financial impact to be limited.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and Canada impose new tariffs amid trade war escalation
The United States and Canada have escalated their trade dispute by imposing new tariffs on each other's goods. Talks broke down Friday, with both sides threatening further action, including potential tariffs on the auto industry.
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Business & Economy · IndiaRBI says India’s cash demand grows despite digital payments surge
Reserve Bank of India deputy governor Shirish Chandra Murmu stated that cash in circulation continues to grow at double-digit rates even as digital payments expand. Demand remains strong in rural areas, among low-income groups, older people, and small businesses, complicating the RBI’s planning for production and distribution.
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Business & Economy · Asia-PacificAI divination tools replace blind fortune tellers in South Korea’s Mia village
A community of blind fortune tellers near Seoul, once home to 70 or 80 practitioners, now has fewer than 20. Customers are switching from in-person consultations to AI-based divination tools, though the industry’s value reached $986 million in 2024.
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Business & Economy · United StatesMinnesota senators propose delay to federal hemp THC limits
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Republican Sen. Rand Paul are backing a delay to federal regulations that would ban most hemp-derived drinks and edibles sold in Minnesota. The proposal would postpone a November 2025 law limiting THC content to 0.4mg per serving, with the delay written into a government funding bill.
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