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The Supreme Court rules for a designer who doesn't want to make wedding websites for gay couples

The Supreme Court rules for a designer who doesn't want to make wedding websites for gay couples

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a defeat for gay rights, the Supreme Court's conservative majority ruled on Friday that a Christian graphic artist who wants to design wedding websites can refuse to work with same-sex couples.
Canadian economy holds steady in April as real GDP remains unchanged, StatCan reports

Canadian economy holds steady in April as real GDP remains unchanged, StatCan reports

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the Canadian economy remained essentially unchanged in April, following a slight uptick in March.
An inflation gauge tracked by the Federal Reserve falls to its lowest point in 2 years

An inflation gauge tracked by the Federal Reserve falls to its lowest point in 2 years

WASHINGTON (AP) — An inflation index that is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve tumbled last month to its lowest level since April 2021, pulled down by lower gas prices and slower-rising food costs.
Executives urge Europe to rethink its world-leading AI rules

Executives urge Europe to rethink its world-leading AI rules

LONDON (AP) — More than 150 company executives are urging the European Union to rethink the world's most comprehensive rules for artificial intelligence , saying Friday that upcoming regulations will make it harder for companies in Europe to compete
Hydro One reaches tentative agreement with Power Workers' Union

Hydro One reaches tentative agreement with Power Workers' Union

TORONTO — Hydro One Inc. says it has reached tentative agreements covering two contracts with the Power Workers' Union, which represents the company's front-line workers. Details of the proposed settlements were not immediately available.
The IMF agrees to a long-awaited bailout for Pakistan of $3 billion

The IMF agrees to a long-awaited bailout for Pakistan of $3 billion

ISLAMABAD (AP) — The International Monetary Fund agreed to provide $3 billion to Pakistan — a long-awaited relief to bail out the impoverished country's ailing economy.
Lynx Air president and CEO Merren McArthur to step down in September

Lynx Air president and CEO Merren McArthur to step down in September

CALGARY — Lynx Air says president and CEO Merren McArthur is stepping down for personal reasons. The Calgary-based airline says its founding CEO will continue in the role until the end of September to allow time to find her replacement.
Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Thursday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (19,913.17, up 94.32): Bank of Nova Scotia. (TSX:BNS). Finance. Up 89 cents, or 1.38 per cent, to $65.54 on 12.7 million shares.
S&P/TSX composite posts gain led by energy stocks, U.S. markets mixed

S&P/TSX composite posts gain led by energy stocks, U.S. markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index rose almost 100 points Thursday, led by gains in energy and financial stocks, while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 94.32 points at 19,913.17.
Stock market today: Indexes rise and bond yields jump after the latest signs of resilient economy

Stock market today: Indexes rise and bond yields jump after the latest signs of resilient economy

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street ticked mostly higher as investors consider both the upsides and downsides of the U.S. economy remaining stronger than feared. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% Thursday after wobbling between small gains and losses.
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