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Quebec’s environment minister is urging people to switch to electric vehicles by 2035, citing challenges they’ll face finding gas once Quebec’s draft regulation to ban the sale of gas-powered cars comes in. While gas vehicles can still be driven and used cars can still be sold, the question remains: Will Quebec be ready to switch to electric cars by 2035? “They’ll find that’s gonna be a bit difficult because the infrastructures for EVs is still in its infancy. That is battery technology could vastly improve, the infrastructure needs to be built to recharge vehicles. And in a cold climate like in Canada for example, we’re finding out that there are some limitations to electric vehicles, that is the range of batteries is much lower in cold weather and that has to be factored as well,” explained Patrick De Haan, the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. Jesse Caron, an automotive expert with CAA-Québec added, “Might sound a little bit premature to us at CAA Quebec. We think that there might be some issues with harmonizing the fleets with the rest of Canada and the rest of North America. Especially as the mandate here would be that every vehicle should be purely electric, so battery electric vehicles. Plug-in electric hybrids would not be allowed here and it would be elsewhere in America.” Quebec has experienced an unprecedented increase in the sales of EVs and plug-in hybrids, accounting for approximately 17 per cent of total car sales in 2024, according to CAA Quebec. It is uncertain whether this rise will be sustained, as subsidies for electric vehicles are scheduled to decrease twice over the next two years and will be completely dropped by 2027. “I don’t think it’s realistic just for someone who come from a rural environment. I think urban, yes, but in rural environments and long distances to drive, I think you need hybrid vehicles at best,” said Dan, a Montrealer CityNEws spoke with. “I think you will need a variety of cars. I think it would be good to have electric cars, but totally electric, I don’t think it’s realistic.” Another Montrealer bought an EV car just a week ago, taking advantage of federal, provincial, and manufacturer rebates. “Being a young adult still student, I don’t think it would have been the most economic for me, but with the three rebates for sure that’s why I went and got the car before the end of the year. I wouldn’t have if not, for sure.”Tyngsboro High’s October Students of the MonthMinisters warned of cuts as ‘every pound’ of spending to face review
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NoneUS stock indices pushed to fresh records Tuesday, shrugging off tariff threats from President-elect Donald Trump while European equities retreated. Trump, who doesn't take office until January 20, made his threat in social media posts Monday night, announcing huge import tariffs against neighbors Canada and Mexico and also rival China if they do not stop illegal immigration and drug smuggling. Both the Dow and S&P 500 notched all-time highs, with investors regarding the incoming president's words as a bargaining chip. "In theory, higher tariffs should not be good news for stocks. But, you know, I think the market's chosen to think of (it) as a negotiating tactic," said Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers. "You have bullish sentiment," said LBBW's Karl Haeling. "People are tending to look at things as positively as possible." But General Motors, which imports autos from Mexico to the United States, slumped 9.0 percent, while rival Ford dropped 2.6 percent. Overseas bourses were also buffeted by the news. European stocks followed losses in Asia, despite Trump excluding Europe as an immediate target for tariffs. "These are his first direct comments on tariffs and tariff levels since becoming president-elect, and they have roiled markets," said Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB trading group, ahead of the Wall Street open. "It is early days, and there are plenty of opportunities for Trump to direct his attention to Europe down the line," Brooks added. The US dollar rallied against its Canadian equivalent, China's yuan and Mexico's peso, which hit its lowest level since August 2022. In other economic news, the Conference Board's consumer confidence index rose to 111.7 this month, up from 109.6 in October, boosted by greater optimism surrounding the labor market. "November's increase was mainly driven by more positive consumer assessments of the present situation, particularly regarding the labor market," said Dana Peterson, chief economist at The Conference Board. Pantheon Macroeconomics chief US economist Samuel Tombs added in a note that the increase in consumer confidence overall "likely was driven by euphoria among Republicans." "The index also jumped in late 2016, when Mr. Trump was elected for the first time," he said. Federal Reserve meeting minutes showed policy makers expect inflation to keep cooling, signaling a gradual approach to interest rate cuts if price increases ease further and the job market remains strong. New York - Dow: UP 0.3 percent at 44,860.31 (close) New York - S&P 500: UP 0.6 percent at 6,021.63 (close) New York - Nasdaq: UP 0.6 percent at 19,174.30 (close) London - FTSE 100: DOWN 0.4 percent at 8,258.61 (close) Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 0.9 percent at 7,194.51 (close) Frankfurt - DAX: DOWN 0.6 percent at 19,295.98 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 0.9 percent at 38,442.00 (close) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: FLAT at 19,159.20 (close) Shanghai - Composite: DOWN 0.1 percent at 3,259.76 (close) Euro/dollar: DOWN at $1.0482 from $1.0495 on Monday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2567 from $1.2568 Dollar/yen: DOWN at 153.06 yen from 154.23 yen Euro/pound: DOWN at 83.41 pence from 83.51 pence Brent North Sea Crude: DOWN 0.3 percent at $72.81 per barrel West Texas Intermediate: DOWN 0.3 percent at $68.77 per barrel bur-jmb/stORONO, Maine (AP) — Michael McNair scored 16 points to lead Boston University and Malcolm Chimezie sealed the victory with a layup with 20 seconds left as the Terriers took down Maine 59-56 on Sunday. McNair also had six rebounds for the Terriers (6-7). Kyrone Alexander scored 13 points and added five rebounds. Chimezie shot 4 of 7 from the field and 0 for 3 from the line to finish with eight points. Kellen Tynes led the way for the Black Bears (8-7) with 17 points, four assists and three steals. Maine also got 12 points from Christopher Mantis. Quion Burns had eight points. McNair scored seven points in the first half and Boston University went into halftime trailing 27-19. Alexander scored a team-high 10 points for Boston University in the second half. Boston University outscored Maine by 11 points over the final half. Boston University's next game is Thursday against Lafayette on the road, and Maine visits Bryant on Saturday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
It’s official: Dodgers sign Blake Snell for 5 years, $182 millionTrump wants pardoned real estate developer Charles Kushner to be ambassador to FranceESTERO, Fla. (AP) — Sydney Shaw scored 20 points and made four 3-pointers, JJ Quinerly added 14 points and No. 12 West Virginia handed Boise State its first loss, 82-47 on Saturday in the Gulf Coast Showcase. West Virginia advances to the championship game on Sunday, while Boise State plays for third place. The Mountaineers have started 8-0 in back-to-back seasons after last year's 11-0 beginning. Quinerly also had three steals to help West Virginia reach double figures in that category in every game this season. The Mountaineers also forced 20-plus turnovers for the eighth straight game. Boise State was held to just six points in the first and third quarters. West Virginia went on two 10-0 runs in the first quarter to build a 16-point lead. The Mountaineers led by double figures the rest of the way. It was 45-23 at halftime then Quinerly scored four straight points to begin a 9-0 run that ended in a 32-point lead. Freshman Jordan Thomas, coming off her first career double-double, had 10 points and six rebounds for West Virginia. Elodie Lalotte scored 11 points for Boise State (7-1). Teryn Gardner addd 10. West Virginia was coming off an 89-54 victory over High Point on Friday to begin the tournament. The Mountaineers led by as many as 39 points and forced 22 turnovers in that one. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up . AP women’s college basketball: and
Trump-Biden Transition Agreement: Unveiling the Path ForwardStocks closed higher on Wall Street, giving the market its fifth gain in a row and notching another record high for the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% Friday. The Dow added 1%, and the Nasdaq composite tacked on 0.2%. Retailers had some of the biggest gains. Gap soared after reporting quarterly results that easily beat analysts’ estimates. EchoStar fell after DirecTV called off its purchase of that company’s Dish Network unit. European markets closed mostly higher and Asian markets ended mixed. Treasury yields held relatively steady in the bond market. Crude oil prices gained ground. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.
National Movement for a Just Society (NMSJ) patron and former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has appealed to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to restore key democratic practices within Parliament. In a letter addressed to the President, Jayasuriya urged the Government to reinstate oversight mechanisms such as the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) and Sectoral Oversight Committees, describing them as essential for ensuring transparency and maintaining public trust in governance. The letter highlighted the importance of entrusting the chairmanship of COPE to a member of the Opposition, a practice successfully implemented during the Eighth Parliament from 2015 to 2020. Jayasuriya noted the significant contributions of Opposition-led oversight committees during that period, which functioned effectively even as the ruling party held the majority in the committees. Such practices, he argued, not only guaranteed accountability but also bolstered public confidence in Government operations. Jayasuriya expressed regret over the deliberate dismantling of democratic traditions during the Ninth Parliament, which had a two-thirds majority. He lamented the abolition of Sectoral Oversight Committees, which previously operated with cross-party representation and allowed for public engagement, including participation from young people. These committees, he asserted, were exemplary in their efficiency and effectiveness, offering a distinctive platform for inclusive governance. The letter also addressed recent discussions on introducing alternative models to replace the oversight committees. Jayasuriya warned that such changes could undermine the transparency and inclusivity that these committees represented. He reminded the President of the mandate he and the National People’s Power (NPP) received from the electorate, which was based on pledges to protect and strengthen democratic principles. Reflecting on the historical context of Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary oversight framework, Jayasuriya emphasised the role of civil society in initiating reforms such as the 17th Amendment, which laid the foundation for independent commissions and impartial governance. However, he noted that these achievements were later weakened by the 18th and 20th Amendments, which eroded the checks and balances vital to a functioning democracy. Jayasuriya also recalled the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna’s (JVP) collaboration with Opposition forces and civil society during Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga’s Presidency. This partnership, he argued, demonstrated the potential of collective efforts to uphold democratic values, even during politically challenging times. The letter underscored the urgent need for the Government to adhere to its democratic commitments. Jayasuriya called for the reinstatement of Sectoral Oversight Committees and the restoration of Opposition leadership in key oversight bodies, asserting that these measures would rebuild public trust and safeguard Sri Lanka’s democratic heritage. He cautioned that any deviation from these principles could harm the Government’s credibility and erode public confidence.
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MILWAUKEE — Kamid Everett is heartbroken after her 14-year-old son, Bryant Triplett, was killed in a shooting on Saturday night near 21st and Concordia. Milwaukee police said Triplett was taken to a hospital, where he later died. Police also arrested an 18-year-old. As MPD investigates what led up to the shooting, Everett said it was the result of a "careless mistake" by a friend. "My son was 14. He didn’t even make 15," Everett said through tears. “I was just having a conversation about gun violence here, not knowing 48 hours later it was going to be my son.” Bryant was the typical 14-year-old. Everett said he was passionate about cooking, playing video games, and spending time with family. "He used to always tell me, 'Momma, I’m gonna get you a house; make sure you get everything you need because you deserve it,'" Everett cried. "And now, he’s gone." Everett’s pain was shared by many at the annual Candlelight Vigil for Victims of Homicides, held Sunday night at Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church. The event brought together family, friends, and elected officials to honor Bryant and the 147 other homicide victims in Milwaukee so far this year. The vigil included a reading of the names of those lost to violence, with each name accompanied by a candle. "I lost my only sister, my big sister, and I’m hurting. But for a mother to lose their child, it’s unimaginable,” one mourner said. Kewannee Allen, who lost her son Amareon Allen three years ago, attended the vigil as well. She now runs a foundation in her son’s name to support families affected by violence. "To know I’m not the only mother going through this, trying to get justice and keep our kids’ names alive, it helps," Allen said. Triplett's name was the last to be read. As of Friday, 18 people under the age of 18 have been shot and killed in Milwaukee so far this year, not including Triplett, according to Milwaukee police. As Everett grieves, she’s urging other parents to take steps to prevent further violence. "Parents, please take these guns, throw them in the garbage, or give them to the police," she said. "I felt the parents' hurt before, but now it hits home." It’s about time to watch on your time. Stream local news and weather 24/7 by searching for “TMJ4” on your device. Available for download on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and more. Report a typo or errorUS stocks rally despite Trump tariff threat but European stocks fall