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U.S. Threatens Harsher Economic Pressure on Iran as Mediators Rush to Secure Second Ceasefire Talks

  A woman walks past a digital screen displaying news of US-Iran peace talks along a road in Islamabad on April 10, 2026 The United States has warned it will step up economic pressure on Iran while mediators race to arrange a second round of ceasefire talks before the fragile truce expires on April 22, 2026 — a standoff that risks higher oil prices, tighter global markets, and direct costs for Canadian households and investors.   Background and diplomatic timeline A two‑week ceasefire that paused nearly seven weeks of fighting was brokered to create a narrow diplomatic window for talks between Washington and Tehran. The first round of face‑to‑face negotiations in Islamabad lasted more than 20 hours but ended without an agreement, leaving the truce set to expire on April 22, 2026 unless mediators secure a follow‑up session.  Mediators led by Pakistan, with active roles from Turkey, Egypt and other regional actors, have been shuttling between capitals to bridge the remaini...

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Ontario Braces for Brutal Cold: Coldest Temperatures of the Year Arrive


Ontario is experiencing a dramatic temperature drop as the coldest air of the year sweeps across the province. After a brief warm-up on Saturday, temperatures are expected to plummet by as much as 20-24°C within 18-24 hours. The Arctic air mass will bring frigid conditions, with some areas seeing temperatures drop to -28°C by Monday.

Residents are advised to bundle up and limit outdoor exposure to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Travelers should be cautious of icy roads and potential snowfall, especially around Lake Huron. The cold snap is expected to last until Wednesday, with lake-effect snow likely to continue throughout the week.



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