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IMF: Outlook for world economy is brighter, though still modest by historical standards

IMF: Outlook for world economy is brighter, though still modest by historical standards

WASHINGTON (AP) — The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its outlook for the global economy this year, saying the world appears headed for a “soft landing” — reining in inflation without much economic pain and producing steady if modest growth.
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B.C. inflation ticks up in March after months of cooling

B.C. inflation ticks up in March after months of cooling

National inflation rate higher than on the West Coast
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Using N-word enough for Telus to fire worker, arbitrator rules

Using N-word enough for Telus to fire worker, arbitrator rules

A witness testified he was "utterly shocked and disgusted" by what he heard from the instructor.
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Annual inflation rate up in March as gasoline prices rose, but core measures lower

Annual inflation rate up in March as gasoline prices rose, but core measures lower

OTTAWA — Higher gasoline prices helped the annual inflation rate tick higher in March, but core inflation continued to cool for the month, raising the chances of an interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada in June.
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Students benefit from filing a tax return even if they don't make a lot of money

Students benefit from filing a tax return even if they don't make a lot of money

Lower income doesn’t mean lower priority when it comes to filing a tax return.
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Most Canadians think economy, health care worse under Trudeau, according to poll

Most Canadians think economy, health care worse under Trudeau, according to poll

Public perception shifts from approval to disappointment in Trudeau's leadership
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More transparency, communication needed from health authorities: UBC prof

More transparency, communication needed from health authorities: UBC prof

Dr. Jude Kornelsen says systemic issues hinder effectiveness of B.C.'s health authorities.
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Les Leyne: Lawyers gearing up for fight over Legal Professions Act

Les Leyne: Lawyers gearing up for fight over Legal Professions Act

B.C.’s proposed Legal Professions Act cuts into lawyers’ lucrative turf and reduces their control over their own oversight. But the complaints go beyond that.
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What will be the economic impact of the next total solar eclipse in B.C.?

What will be the economic impact of the next total solar eclipse in B.C.?

A total solar eclipse generates an economic boom.
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Guilty pleas entered in stock fraud case involving Canadian 'entities'

Guilty pleas entered in stock fraud case involving Canadian 'entities'

U.S. officials alleged Jonathan Mikula illegally promoted U.S.-listed public company Emerald Health Pharmaceuticals, which has significant ties to British Columbia.
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