Inflation Clock Ticks as Gas, Rates Spin Up
A Canadian market column argues the .2 percent June inflation signals a turning point toward higher rates, with consumer prices rising 0.0 in April, 0.3 in May, and 1.1 in June per StatsCan. It warns of renewed inflationary pressure, higher bank rates, and policies like the Special Recovery Tax and PetroCan gas tax.
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Hunger and surplus clash in a wealthy nation
An analysis notes United States stockpiles of dairy and cheese rival hunger in society. It cites rising soup kitchens and food pantries by 400 to 500 percent, urging renewal of arms control talks and a shift to reduce poverty through consistent economic policy.
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Europe
Adventurers pursue Loch Ness hunt while Titanic sonar claim grows
Two Americans launch a fresh search for the Loch Ness Monster and Atlantic divers report sonar locating an object the size of the Titanic. Russia hints at cultural cleanup. Manitoba moves toward constitutional bilingualism with a public appeal and an 8 page brochure costing $28,000 for every business and household.
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