MORNING NEWS SCRAMBLE

Experts say housing market expected to remain strong in 2025

Economists and real estate agents believe home sales activity will remain strong in 2025, thanks to much lower borrowing costs and more favourable rules for buyers.

Heading downtown for New Year’s Eve? Closures to keep in mind for the big night

Starting at 10 p.m. on New Year’s eve until 1 a.m. on Wednesday, a number of road closures will be in effect in the downtown core, as well as limited access to Union Station to avoid overcrowding.

Cockadoodle DO expect another property tax hike in 2025 Toronto

Torontonians could be in for another tax hike in 2025 as Mayor Olivia Chow tells the CBC about the ‘serious challenges’ the city is facing.

Former U.S. president Jimmy Carter dies at 100

Jimmy Carter died Sunday at his home in Georgia. He was 100, making him the longest-lived U.S. president in American history.

Trudeau Ambush: Does any public official deserve this?

Transportation Safety Board investigating after rough plane landing in Halifax

An investigation is underway after sparks and flames shot from under the wing of a plane that landed hard in Halifax at Stanfield International Airport Saturday night according to the Canadian Press.

Champagne vs. Prosecco

Bringing in the new year with bubbles? Just what is the difference between Champagne and Prosecco (besides the price)?

Ready to take down your tree?

How to dispose of your Christmas tree once you remove all the decorations. Yes you can pull it to the curb, but there are other environmentally-friendly options.

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KEEP THE CHANGE

Soaring stock markets in 2024

Stock markets soared this year. The S&P 500 was up 28%, the Nasdaq up 34%, and the DJIA up 16%. In Canada, the S&P/TSX Composite is up 18%. Solid U.S. economic growth and excitement about AI companies paired with central bank rate cuts to drive markets higher. ABC News has a look at speculation around returns next year.

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HEALTHY START

Another use for weight loss drugs?

Men’s Health reports that thousands of people say weight loss drugs like Ozempic are also changing how they consume alcohol. Scientists and researchers are looking at the role these drugs could possibly play in future addiction treatments.

AND… ANOTHER THING!

A New Year’s PowerPoint?

Good Housekeeping has a list of 36 Epic New Year’s Eve Party Ideas if you’re up for something fancy tomorrow night! Champagne towers, martini bars, and bingo all make the list.

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