Gas export rules eased in NEB ruling
Ottawa news: The National Energy Board loosened tests to decide gas export surplus. The change could allow approvals for about 296 billion cubic metres of gas to the United States and Japan, with hearings starting July to determine actual exports and surpluses. Alberta and British Columbia officials welcomed the move amid plans for new markets.
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British forces raid Falkland Islands airstrip raid
British forces attacked Pebble Island and the Stanley airstrip in the Falklands. The Defence Ministry reported ammunition dumps blown up planes destroyed and two minor casualties. Britain says the raids are part of enforcing the blockade, not an invasion.
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London
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Israel massing forces along Lebanon border amid arms aid to Christians
Israel has concentrated troops on the Lebanese frontier and pledged $100 million in arms to Christian militias. PM Begin vowed retaliation for terrorist attacks as Netanyahu-like threats and air strikes track back to April 21. Eytan confirmed border buildup and censorship kept reports quiet.
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Paris
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Eytan
Mount St Helens Eruption Continues Quiet Activity
Mount St Helens remains in a steady eruption with avalanches of house sized rocks from the lava dome inside the crater. Seismic readings show ongoing activity as scientists plan a crater visit.
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Trudeau Signals Possible Policy Shifts If U S Rate Promises Falter
Prime Minister Trudeau hints Canada may alter economic policy if the United States does not pledge lower interest rates at Versailles. He cites persistent U S rates, wage restraint debates, and a budget seen as stimulative despite a high 11.6% inflation trend.
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Canada
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Simultaneous voting plan aims to unify Canadian polls
Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau introduced legislation to synchronize voting across Canada. If passed, provinces vote in staggered start times so all Canadians cast ballots within the same window, promising a national election night moment. University of Calgary analyst calls it a cosmetic yet meaningful change.
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Pierre Trudeau
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Canada
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Canadian dollar gains modestly in Friday trade
The Canadian dollar rose a tenth of a cent to 80.74 cents US after slipping to 80.95 in early trading. Analysts noted speculators locked in profits as the market calmed after a week of relentless volatility sparked by devaluation talks pushing the currency below 81 cents for first time in nine months.
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Weather and politics items from the day
Weather forecast notes a sunny day with a few clouds and a high of 22 degrees. Gas spill in Kensington area nearing cleanup per Husky Oil and Alberta Environment officials. Liberal protests ring bells at Ontario legislature over tax extension. Auto talks continue with Trade Minister Lumley in Paris. Geary replaced as Montreal Alouettes GM after Bronfman takeover.
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Husky Oil
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Canada
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Paris
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