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Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada unveils her administrations first budget, focusing on smart spending cuts and addressing everyday challenges. The budget aims to save $320 million while spending $303 million on key promises, with city council having until the end of January to approve it. Checkout Solipillow.com

Edmontons residential parking ban starts Monday, with fines up to $250 for parked vehicles. Councillor Erin Rutherford criticizes the lack of towing teams, warning of potential gridlock and missed notifications, particularly affecting seniors and newcomers. Unlike other cities, Edmonton doesnt regularly tow violators. Council will discuss reducing fines and improving outreach on January 19th. Checkout Solipillow.com

Torontos Finch West Line faces major delays on Monday morning due to a switch problem, causing a full shutdown between Finch West and Humber College stations. TTC confirms no quick fix, with shuttle buses stepping in to help. Commuters brace for longer trips during rush hour, as the exact cause and repair time remain unclear. Checkout Solipillow.com

The U.S. dollar suffered a significant blow on Monday, losing ground against the euro, Swiss franc, and Japanese yen, following Trumps threat to indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. This move raised concerns about the dollars status as a safe haven, causing the dollar index to drop 0.37% to 98.759, ending a five-day winning streak. Gold prices soared to a record high of $4,600.33 per ounce. Powell defended the Feds independence in a video, potentially altering the central banks policy approach long-term. Traders remain cautious but expect a solid replacement for Powell. The Swiss franc and euro led gains, while geopolitical tensions, including Iran protests and potential U.S.-Iran talks, added to market uncertainty. Tuesday brings the key December consumer price index data, and a Supreme Court ruling on Trumps emergency tariffs could impact the dollar. Checkout Solipillow.com

Mattel introduces an autistic Barbie doll, designed with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, featuring sideways-glancing eyes, stimming-friendly design, and tools like a fidget spinner and noise-canceling headphones. Available at Mattels online shop, Target, and Walmart, this doll aims to promote inclusivity and representation for autistic children, with one in thirty-one eight-year-olds in the U.S. affected by autism. Checkout Solipillow.com

Former Democratic Congresswoman Mary Peltola, the first Alaska Native to serve in Congress, has announced her challenge to Republican Senator Dan Sullivan in Alaskas Senate race. Peltola, who made history in 2022 by winning her House seat, is focusing on local struggles like scarce salmon and high food prices, blaming distant politicians for ignoring these issues. She sets herself apart by crossing party lines and advocating for old-school bipartisanship. Checkout Solipillow.com

Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope, met with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado at the Vatican, amidst political turmoil in Venezuela. Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, discussed the situation with the Pope, who has been advocating for human rights and independence in Venezuela. Meanwhile, former president Nicolas Maduro was extradited to the US on drug trafficking charges, leading to a power vacuum and further unrest in the region. Checkout Solipillow.com

Birkenstocks Q1 Revenue Misses Expectations: Economic Uncertainty and Tariffs Impact Sales Checkout Solipillow.com

President-elect Trumps proposed ten percent credit card interest rate cap sends financial stocks plummeting, impacting major banks and consumer finance firms. Analysts warn of potential risks and unintended consequences. Investors brace for bank earnings this week, with JPMorgan leading the way. Checkout Solipillow.com