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5 Things to Know Today: Oil Tops $100, Tariffs Take Effect, TSX Slides — Sept 9

  September 9, 2026 Here's what's moving markets and your wallet today — from a fresh oil shock to a stock that just had its worst week in months. 1. Oil Tops $100 a Barrel for the First Time Since July Brent crude broke back above $100 a barrel overnight after Houthi drones and missiles struck Saudi Aramco energy facilities in Jazan, Abha and Najran, wounding more than 70 people and halting operations at several sites. The attacks followed U.S. strikes on Iranian oil tankers over the weekend, deepening a Middle East conflict now in its seventh month. What it means for you: Ottawa's fuel excise tax pause (extended to Jan. 31, 2027) is holding, but it can't offset a rising crude price — CAA's national average sits at 179.9¢/L today, up from 170.5¢/L just five weeks ago. If your tank is low, fill it before this keeps climbing. 2. TSX Slides for a Second Straight Day The S&P/TSX Composite closed Tuesday at 36,123.05, down 390.75 points (-1.07%), its second consecu...

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Taylor Swift and Prince William Share Royal Selfie at London Concert

Taylor Swift, the pop sensation, recently graced the stage at Wembley Stadium in London during her Eras Tour. However, it wasn’t just her performance that made headlines—it was her backstage encounter with Prince William that stole the show.

Before her concert, Taylor Swift snapped a perfect royal selfie with the Prince of Wales and two young music fans: Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Kensington Palace shared the heartwarming photo on social media, thanking Swift for a “great evening.” For Prince William, attending the hottest show in town with his two eldest children was a way to earn maximum dad points on his 42nd birthday.

The nearly 90,000 fans in the stadium witnessed Prince William’s energetic dance moves as he grooved to Swift’s hit single “Shake It Off.” The video of his spirited dance quickly went viral, adding to the excitement of the evening.

Swift’s Eras Tour has been captivating audiences across the UK, with shows in Edinburgh, Liverpool, and Cardiff. London, where she spent part of her career, holds a special place in her heart. As she put it, it’s “the most exhilarating city in the world.”

Other notable attendees at the concert included Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, Labour leader Keir Starmer, Queer Eye’s Jonathan Van Ness, and model Cara Delevingne. Swift’s parents, Andrea and Scott, were also in the audience.

In the midst of the music and celebration, Prince William celebrated his 42nd birthday, making it a memorable night for both royalty and fans alike. 

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