BUSINESS

Companies revert to more normal operations as COVID wanes

NEW YORK -- For the first time in two years for many people, the American workplace is transforming into something that resembles pre-pandemic days.

Asian shares rise on easing of Ukraine tensions cheaper oil

TOKYO -- Asian shares rose Wednesday, buoyed by hopes for a diplomatic solution instead of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.

But analysts…

Jury rejects Sarah Palins lawsuit against New York Times

NEW YORK -- Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin lost her libel lawsuit against The New York Times on Tuesday when a jury rejected her claim that the newspaper…

Please hold: Pricey way to jump IRS phone line at tax time

WASHINGTON -- If there's one thing that pains everyone trying to reach the IRS at tax time, it's being stuck on endless hold.

Well, not everyone.

Mexico says conspiracy behind avocado ban U.S. cites violence

MEXICO CITY - Mexico's president said Monday the U.S. suspension on avocado imports and recent environmental complaints are part of a conspiracy…

Automatic tax-filing: Why some experts believe the CRA should file taxes for us

TORONTO - Tax time is on the horizon once again.

Filing taxes can be a stressful and time-consuming endeavour. But while the federal government…

Uber Eats launches new services changes price structure for deliveries

TORONTO - Uber Technologies Inc. says it's launching three new offerings for its Uber Eats services that charge restaurants lower commissions…

Patagonia North Face and others threaten to boycott major outdoor show

DENVER - An environmental conservation group and two dozen outdoor recreation companies, including Patagonia, REI and The North Face, announced…