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1970s sandals worn by Steve Jobs auctioned for $218K

1970s sandals worn by Steve Jobs auctioned for $218K

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The California house where Steve Jobs co-founded Apple is a historical site, and now the sandals he wore while pacing its floors have been sold for nearly $220,000, according to an auction house.
Presentation shows Telus made efforts to undermine Videotron's purchase of Freedom

Presentation shows Telus made efforts to undermine Videotron's purchase of Freedom

OTTAWA — An internal presentation to Telus Corp.'s board revealed that efforts were made to undermine Videotron Ltd.'s purchase of Shaw-owned wireless carrier Freedom Mobile.
Late slide leaves stocks lower after a wobbly day of trading

Late slide leaves stocks lower after a wobbly day of trading

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks closed lower on Wall Street, easing back after posting a big gain last week on hopes that the worst of the nation’s inflation may finally have passed. The S&P 500 lost 0.
Slovenian president eager to work, gets Melania's congrats

Slovenian president eager to work, gets Melania's congrats

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia (AP) — Natasa Pirc Musar loves to ride her motorcycle. She also has worked as a human rights lawyer, a TV presenter, ran Slovenia’s top data protection agency and now is the small European Union nation’s first female president.
Lettuce prices spike amid shortage, some restaurants pull greens off menus

Lettuce prices spike amid shortage, some restaurants pull greens off menus

The cost of lettuce is spiking amid a shortage that's leading some restaurants to temporarily stop offering leafy greens on their menus.
Hourly wages needed to live in Ontario rise as inflation persists

Hourly wages needed to live in Ontario rise as inflation persists

Hourly wages needed to live in Ontario have increased amid decades-high inflation and remain well above the province's minimum wage, according to a new report.
Slutty Vegan CEO talks new cookbook, plans to go global

Slutty Vegan CEO talks new cookbook, plans to go global

NEW YORK (AP) — In the past few years, Slutty Vegan, an Atlanta-based eatery, has attracted a cult-like following with its raunchy approach to veganism. Celebrities often pop in for a visit.
Turquoise Hill reports US$40-million third quarter profit, raises gold guidance

Turquoise Hill reports US$40-million third quarter profit, raises gold guidance

TORONTO — Turquoise Hill Resources Ltd. says if Rio Tinto's proposal to take the company private does not go ahead its immediate priority will be to address the company's liquidity concerns.
Slowdown will impact low-income earners most, Macklem says at diversity conference

Slowdown will impact low-income earners most, Macklem says at diversity conference

OTTAWA — Low-income Canadians are the hardest hit by high inflation and will be disproportionately affected by the impending economic slowdown, Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem said during a speech Monday.
Shawcor reports $23-million Q3 profit, revenue up from year ago

Shawcor reports $23-million Q3 profit, revenue up from year ago

TORONTO — Shawcor Ltd. reported a $23-million profit in its latest quarter compared with a loss a year ago as its revenue rose about 15 per cent.