Oil prices could reach $100 a barrel in 2024 if OPEC+ members fulfil pledges for voluntary cuts
December 1, 2023
Individual countries announced voluntary reductions totaling 2.2 million barrels per day for the first quarter of 2024.
Bill Gates shares his ‘big hope’ for COP28 as world leaders gather for climate talks
December 1, 2023
Bill Gates on Friday said he was "definitely glass half-full" when it comes to preventing the worst of what the climate crisis has in store.
Edmonton Oilers tough out 3-1 win in Winnipeg
December 1, 2023
The Edmonton Oilers won their fourth in a row, earning a hard fought 3-1 road victory over the Winnipeg Jets Thursday night. The Oilers had several good chances around the Jets net in the first, but it was Winnipeg who would score first. Cole Perfetti ...
Stock futures mixed on Friday after Dow notches new high for the year: Live updates
December 1, 2023
The Dow Jones Industrial Average notched a 2023 high and capped off its best month in over a year.
Israel resumes combat in Gaza Strip as truce with Hamas expires
December 1, 2023
The truce expired at 7 a.m. (0500 GMT) Friday. The halt in fighting began a week ago, on Nov. 24.
SMNI flagged for allowing non-KBP accredited broadcasters to go on air
December 1, 2023
Television network Sonshine Media Network International could face potential sanctions from the country’s independent broadcasting body for allowing unaccredited hosts not trained in responsible broadcasting to go on air.
Montana Judge Says TikTok Ban ‘Likely Violates First Amendment’
December 1, 2023
The social-media app sued after the state passed a law banning TikTok to protect residents’ privacy.
NBA: Jimmy Butler steps up as Heat win shootout vs. Pacers
December 1, 2023
Jimmy Butler tied his season high with 36 points as the host Miami Heat rallied past the Indiana Pacers 142-132 on Thursday night.
Federal judge blocks Montana’s TikTok ban, which would have been the first of its kind
December 1, 2023
A federal judge in Montana has blocked a law that would have resulted in a state-wide ban of TikTok starting on Jan. 1, 2024.
NBA: Spurs drop 13th straight as Trae Young, Hawks prevail
December 1, 2023
Trae Young poured in a season-high 45 points and dished out 14 assists as the visiting Atlanta Hawks rallied for a 137-135 victory over the reeling San Antonio Spurs on Thursday.
IIO called to fatal police shooting after reported threats at Abbotsford hospital
December 1, 2023
The IIO is investigating after police fatally shot a man at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital while responding to reports of a suspect with a weapon.
Proposal for up 7 highrises near future Langley SkyTrain station raises eyebrows
December 1, 2023
Two applications have been submitted to the municipality for a cluster of seven towers ranging from 28 to 44 storeys in height.
NBA: Jalen Brunson, Knicks hand Pistons 16th straight loss
December 1, 2023
Jalen Brunson scored 42 points and the New York Knicks recovered after giving up a 16-point lead to hand the visiting Detroit Pistons their 16th consecutive loss 118-112 Thursday.
Winnipeg Jets let third period lead slip away in 3-1 loss to Oilers
December 1, 2023
The Jets led for most of the night but late goals from Darnell Nurse and Leon Draisaitl turned the game around for Edmonton.
Greens win 2nd seat in Ontario as Aislinn Clancy wins Kitchener Centre byelection
December 1, 2023
The Green Party now has a second MPP in the Ontario legislature as Aislinn Clancy won a byelection in Kitchener Centre on Thursday night.
NBA: Terry Rozier, Hornets hang on, edge Nets 129-128
December 1, 2023
Terry Rozier scored a season-high 37 points and hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:38 remaining in the fourth quarter to lift the visiting Charlotte Hornets to a 129-128 victory over the Brooklyn Nets Thursday night.
Ibrahim Ali trial: Court falls silent for 2 minutes as Crown makes closing arguments
December 1, 2023
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Marcos prioritizes release of 17 Filipino seafarers held in Red Sea
December 1, 2023
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has committed to utilizing all available means to ensure the safe return of 17 Filipino seafarers being held hostage by Houthi rebels in Yemen.
B.C. Hyundai Plug-In Hybrid owner hit with $15,000 electric battery cost
December 1, 2023
In November 2017, the Kelowna resident purchased a brand new 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid for around $30,000. But he was recently hit with an unexpected cost.
Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens welcomed home by Panthers, dropped 5-1
December 1, 2023
Injuries keep piling up for the Canadiens in numbers that are far above the league average for man-games lost. Brian Wilde has more.
Marner leads Leafs to 4-3 shootout win over Kraken
December 1, 2023
Mitch Marner and the Maple Leafs were cruising.
NBA: Shaedon Sharpe, Blazers pull away from Cavaliers
December 1, 2023
Shaedon Sharpe recorded his first double-double with 29 points and 10 rebounds as the visiting Portland Trail Blazers rallied from a 16-point first-half deficit to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 103-95 on Thursday.
Elon Musk’s F-Bombs Make Linda Yaccarino’s Job at X Even Harder
December 1, 2023
Musk’s outburst is “a line in the sand that can’t be undrawn,” one ad-industry insider said.
LIVE updates: Mayon Volcano restiveness
December 1, 2023
Here are the latest updates on the volcano's activity and related events.
Charlie Munger said Berkshire would be worth double if he and Buffett used this common practice
December 1, 2023
"Berkshire could easily be worth twice what it is now... All we had to do is just use a little more leverage that was easily available," Munger said.
Munger and Buffett were unable to pull off one last deal together using Berkshire’s $157 billion in cash
December 1, 2023
Munger, who died Tuesday at age 99, said an elephant-sized deal may have to be done by the next generation of leaders at the conglomerate.
PAGASA: Only 10 tropical cyclones entered PH so far in 2023
December 1, 2023
Only 10 tropical cyclones have entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility so far this year which is around half the usual number, according to PAGASA.
Bronny James cleared for USC return after cardiac arrest
December 1, 2023
Bronny James, the teenage son of NBA great LeBron James, has been given the green light to rejoin his University of Southern California basketball team four months after he suffered a cardiac arrest during practice.
NBA: Pelicans’ Larry Nance Jr. out 4-6 weeks
December 1, 2023
New Orleans Pelicans forward Larry Nance Jr. will miss four to six weeks after aggravating a fractured right rib, the team announced Thursday.
Read Linda Yaccarino’s message to X employees about Elon Musk’s controversial DealBook interview
December 1, 2023
X CEO Linda Yaccarino sent a memo to employees that characterized Elon Musk's recent controversial interview as "candid" and "profound."
Move aside, China. India will drive Asia’s growth in the next few years, S&P Global says
December 1, 2023
India's economy is expected to power ahead in the next three years, leading growth in the region.
This tiny country drove 15% of Nvidia’s revenue – here’s why it needs so many chips
December 1, 2023
About 15% or $2.7 billion of Nvidia's revenue for the quarter ended October came from Singapore, an SEC filing by the chipmaker showed.
Goldman Sachs loves this sub-sector in China — and names 3 stocks to buy
December 1, 2023
The bank names three Chinese stocks it says are "well positioned" across six themes that will take center stage in 2024.
Analysts love this under-the-radar British banking stock — and Jefferies says it’s set to double
December 1, 2023
The lender's stock has already risen by 30% over the past month after it revealed a rapidly growing loan book.
China consumption shows ‘no sign’ of a strong V-shaped recovery, McKinsey says
December 1, 2023
China's consumer isn't going to be spending big anytime soon, which means companies need to be more strategic to tap the massive market, according to McKinsey.
OpenAI tender offer is on track for January despite leadership fracas, sources say
December 1, 2023
A round which would value OpenAI at around $86 billion is back on track after Sam Altman returned to the company, offering employees a chance at liquidity.
Mavs not taking Luka Doncic ‘for granted’ as Grizzlies pay a visit
December 1, 2023
Luka Doncic will try to continue his torrid play on Friday night when the Dallas Mavericks host the Memphis Grizzlies.
Gov’t streamlines permitting process for telco, internet infra construction
December 1, 2023
The government has set the rules and regulations (IRR) of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s order streamlining the process for the construction of telecommunications and internet infrastructure.