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Google falling short of important climate target, cites electricity needs of AI

Google falling short of important climate target, cites electricity needs of AI

Three years ago, Google set an ambitious plan to address climate change by going “net zero,” meaning it would release no more climate-changing gases into the air than it removes, by 2030.
Whitecap sells stake in infrastructure assets, signs partnership with Pembina

Whitecap sells stake in infrastructure assets, signs partnership with Pembina

CALGARY — Whitecap Resources Inc. has signed a deal to sell a 50 per cent stake in its Kaybob complex natural gas processing facility to Pembina Gas Infrastructure for $420 million.
How to find — and use — a budgeting app that works best for you

How to find — and use — a budgeting app that works best for you

Chit-chat around the water cooler introduced Sarah Prince to her first budgeting app. A decade later, Prince says she still sees their value even after her favourite financial tool went under earlier this year.
Gibson Energy names Curtis Philippon as next chief executive

Gibson Energy names Curtis Philippon as next chief executive

CALGARY — Gibson Energy Inc. says veteran energy executive Curtis Philippon has been named as the company's next president and chief executive. He will begin the job effective Aug. 29.
Tim Hortons' parent company inks two deals to bolster presence in China

Tim Hortons' parent company inks two deals to bolster presence in China

TORONTO — Restaurant Brands International says it's spending up to $45 million on two deals intended to boost its presence in China and spur growth in what the company sees as a promising market.
Inflation is down in Europe. But the European Central Bank is in no hurry to make more rate cuts

Inflation is down in Europe. But the European Central Bank is in no hurry to make more rate cuts

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Inflation in the 20-nation eurozone crept lower to 2.
Five years after historic tobacco ruling, 'nothing has changed'

Five years after historic tobacco ruling, 'nothing has changed'

TORONTO — In the span of a few short years, Jean-Luc Duval lost two of the most important people in his life to lung cancer. His wife Monique was diagnosed on her birthday and died on July 3, 2005 – the couple’s 40th wedding anniversary.
Manitoba premier polling high after nine months, but experts say challenges lie ahead

Manitoba premier polling high after nine months, but experts say challenges lie ahead

WINNIPEG — Nine months after being elected, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew continues to enjoy a honeymoon with voters.
WestJet warns of disruptions in coming days as it recovers from mechanics strike

WestJet warns of disruptions in coming days as it recovers from mechanics strike

WestJet says there will still be flight disruptions, including cancellations, this week after a deal was reached to end a strike by its mechanics.
Canada Day festivities attract hundreds at ceremonies, parties across the country

Canada Day festivities attract hundreds at ceremonies, parties across the country

Parks and public spaces across the country teemed with flag-waving revellers on Monday as thousands of people marked Canada Day, with many — including newly minted citizens — celebrating the unique privileges that come with being Canadian.