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US agency investigating Tesla front suspension failures

US agency investigating Tesla front suspension failures

DETROIT — The U.S. government's road safety agency is investigating complaints that suspensions can fail on nearly 115,000 Tesla electric vehicles.
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Disney to lay off 4,000 more at California, Florida parks

Disney to lay off 4,000 more at California, Florida parks

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Walt Disney Co. announced plans to lay off 4,000 more workers in its theme parks division in California and Florida due to the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on the industry. The announcement by the company was made in a U.S.
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Rogers Centre owner pauses plans for Toronto Blue Jays' stadium amid pandemic

Rogers Centre owner pauses plans for Toronto Blue Jays' stadium amid pandemic

TORONTO — Rogers Communications Inc. says it was exploring the future of its Toronto stadium before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, but the virus has caused it to put those plans on hold.
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TMAC Resources says Canadian security review extended for sale to Chinese buyer

TMAC Resources says Canadian security review extended for sale to Chinese buyer

TORONTO — Canadian miner TMAC Resources Inc. says a national security review under the Investment Canada Act of its sale to China's Shandong Gold Mining Co., Ltd., has been extended by 45 days.
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5G phones are now available, but are they worth the cost?

5G phones are now available, but are they worth the cost?

TORONTO — With global smartphone makers such as Apple, Samsung, LG and others rolling out their first 5G phones this year, many Canadians will be considering an upgrade to the latest tech during the peak selling season between now and Boxing Day.
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Calfrac says appeal court rejects Wilks Brothers attempt to block recapitalization

Calfrac says appeal court rejects Wilks Brothers attempt to block recapitalization

CALGARY — Calfrac Well Services Ltd. says the Alberta Court of Appeal has rejected an attempt by Wilks Brothers LLC to block the approval of the company's recapitalization plan.
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Venezuela judge convicts 6 American oil execs, orders prison

Venezuela judge convicts 6 American oil execs, orders prison

CARACAS, Venezuela — Six American oil executives held for three years in Venezuela were found guilty of corruption charges by a judge Thursday and immediately sentenced to prison, dashing hopes of a quick release that would send them home to their fa
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Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Thursday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (17,351.34, up 38.27 points) Score Media and Gaming Inc. (TSX: SCR). Communication. Up 19 cents, or 24.05 per cent, to 98 cents on 16.
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S&P/TSX composite rises, materials stocks climb amid slight uptick in gold and copper

S&P/TSX composite rises, materials stocks climb amid slight uptick in gold and copper

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index climbed higher in light trading on Thursday, as materials stocks benefited from a slight uptick in gold and copper prices. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 38.27 points at 17,351.34.
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Half of Ontario hospitals in poor state of repair; accountability office says

Half of Ontario hospitals in poor state of repair; accountability office says

TORONTO — Almost half of Ontario's hospitals are in poor repair, a situation far worse than for the provinces roads, bridges and other infrastructure, the Financial Accountability Office reported on Thursday.
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