Union rejects layoff offer at Tembec's newsprint mill in Manitoba

The Canadian Press - PINE FALLS, Man. - Hundreds of locked-out workers at a Tembec forestry mill in Pine Falls, Man., rejected Wednesday a company proposal to change the terms of their severance and...

In Venezuela, Chavez gives automakers ultimatum: Share technology or leave

The Canadian Press - CARACAS, Venezuela - President Hugo Chavez told foreign automakers Wednesday to share their technology with local businesses or they will be told to leave the country.

Malaysia compromise on property gains tax: report

AFP - KUALA LUMPUR (AFP) - Malaysia has watered down an unpopular property gains tax, saying the 5.0 percent levy will only be imposed on properties sold within five years of purchase, reports said...

Stocks finish slightly higher despite housing data (AP)

Stocks ended an erratic session with a slender gain Wednesday as rising commodities prices offset disappointment over an unexpected drop in home sales.

Been away from the airport? A lot has changed (AP)

Haven't flown since last Christmas? Be prepared. Things have changed. Airlines continued to adjust to the tough economy. There are even fewer planes in service, and that can make rebooking after a...