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Alberta Halts Health Procurement Amid Controversy

                                                      Alberta Premier Danielle Smith  Alberta’s government has abruptly ended procurement negotiations with two companies linked to Edmonton businessman Sam Mraiche , a figure at the centre of a growing health care scandal. The firms were in talks to build private surgical facilities in Red Deer and Lethbridge , but the United Conservative government announced the termination following mounting criticism over transparency and potential conflicts of interest. The decision comes after weeks of scrutiny over Mraiche’s involvement in provincial health contracts. Allegations of inflated prices, political pressure, and questionable procurement practices have fueled public concern, prompting Alberta’s auditor general to launch an investigation into the health authority’s contracti...
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Wall Street Ends a Volatile Week Almost Where It Started

 

After a tumultuous week that saw sharp swings and market uncertainty, Wall Street managed to claw back some losses and finish almost where it began. Here are the key takeaways:

  1. Steady Recovery: The S&P 500 index showed resilience, gaining 0.3% on Friday. This followed its best day since 2022, and it’s now close to erasing the brutal losses suffered earlier in the week.

  2. Mixed Performance: The Dow Jones Industrial Average also edged up by 25 points (0.1%), while the Nasdaq composite rose 0.2%. Both indexes are still on track for slight weekly losses.

  3. Market Factors: The Japanese yen’s sudden strengthening caused turbulence as traders scrambled out of a popular trade. Additionally, concerns about a slowing U.S. economy weighed on investor sentiment.

  4. Upcoming Reports: Next week, investors will closely watch updates on consumer spending at U.S. retailers. These reports could drive further market swings.

In summary, Wall Street weathered a stormy week, and while uncertainties remain, it’s poised for stability as we head into the next trading days. 


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