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Fans disappointed over ticket, hotel costs during World Cup in Vancouver

VANCOUVER — Chris Van Brockhoven booked his trip to Vancouver last summer in the hopes of attending a World Cup match, but after learning...

S&P/TSX up more than 300 points in late morning trade, U.S. markets also up

TORONTO — Markets in Toronto and New York were trading in the green on Wednesday morning as oil prices fell. The S&P/TSX composite index...

Small businesses’ capacity to hire youth being constrained: CFIB survey

TORONTO — A weaker economy and rising costs are leaving little room for small businesses to hire and train inexperienced youth, a new report...

Portland Trail Blazers lay off more than 70 people: Reports

Among those let go was Casey Holdahl, who served as a beat reporter for the Trail Blazers for nearly two decades. PORTLAND, Ore....

Pabst Brewing to discontinue historic Schlitz beer after 177 years

One of America's most storied lagers is pouring its final pint — and a Wisconsin brewer wants to send it off right. MILWAUKEE...

Mild spring gives Oregon strawberry season an early boost

Cool spring weather is helping Oregon farms produce larger, sweeter strawberries as the U-pick season gets underway. PORTLAND, Ore. — Oregon’s strawberry season...

S&P/TSX composite down in trading on Tuesday, U.S. stocks also lower

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index moved lower in trading on Tuesday, weighed down by losses in the battery and base metals sectors, while...

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is coming to the Portland area. Here’s what to expect

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be at Washington Square Mall on May 23 and at the Clackamas Town Center on May 30. ...

Inflation rises to 2.8% in April but Iran war impact limited to gas pumps for now

OTTAWA — Higher gas prices driven mainly by the war in Iran pushed inflation higher in April but some economists argue the conflict's looming...

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