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Driving for Uber or writing on Fiverr? How to handle taxes on digital platform income

Driving for Uber or writing on Fiverr? How to handle taxes on digital platform income

Digital platforms like Uber, Airbnb and Etsy have made it easier than ever to make some extra cash on the side, but experts say you need to be diligent about tracking and reporting that additional income, or risk the consequences.
France’s richest family shaking up soccer with planned purchase of second-tier Paris FC

France’s richest family shaking up soccer with planned purchase of second-tier Paris FC

PARIS (AP) — France’s richest family, the Arnaults of luxury empire LVMH, announced the planned purchase of second-division soccer club Paris FC on Thursday.
US shoppers spent more at retailers last month in latest sign consumers are driving growth

US shoppers spent more at retailers last month in latest sign consumers are driving growth

WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans stepped up their purchases at retailers last month as low unemployment, steady pay gains and rising stock and home values helped sustain their willingness to spend despite higher prices. Retail sales rose 0.
Saskatchewan political leaders back on campaign trail after election debate

Saskatchewan political leaders back on campaign trail after election debate

REGINA — Saskatchewan's main political leaders are back on the campaign trail today after hammering each other in a televised debate. Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe is set to make an announcement in Moose Jaw.
Manitoba government halts school building plan, says other methods will be found

Manitoba government halts school building plan, says other methods will be found

WINNIPEG — After a lengthy review, Manitoba's NDP government has halted a plan hatched by the former Progressive Conservative government to build new schools in partnership with the private sector.
Alberta government shifts continuing care from Health to Seniors Ministry

Alberta government shifts continuing care from Health to Seniors Ministry

The Alberta government says long-term care and supportive living programs will no longer be under the purview of the provincial Health Ministry.
Defense contractor Raytheon agrees to pay more than $950 million to resolve bribery, fraud claims

Defense contractor Raytheon agrees to pay more than $950 million to resolve bribery, fraud claims

NEW YORK (AP) — RTX Corporation, the defense contractor formerly known as Raytheon , agreed Wednesday to pay more than $950 million to resolve allegations that it defrauded the government and paid bribes to secure business with Qatar .
Prolific editor, columnist Robert Fulford dead at 92

Prolific editor, columnist Robert Fulford dead at 92

TORONTO — Lifelong journalist, broadcaster, author and editor Robert Fulford was remembered Wednesday as a prolific writer whose vibrant intellect and insatiable curiosity inspired colleagues and younger writers alike.
‘Logjam’: Labour minister tries to reset faltering talks at Port of Montreal

‘Logjam’: Labour minister tries to reset faltering talks at Port of Montreal

MONTREAL — Federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon says contract talks at the Port of Montreal have reached an impasse as he tries to convince dockworkers and their employers to reset relations.
S&P/TSX composite gains more than 100 points Wednesday, U.S. stock markets also rise

S&P/TSX composite gains more than 100 points Wednesday, U.S. stock markets also rise

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained more than 100 points Wednesday, led by strength in utilities and base metals, while U.S. markets also rose and the Dow Jones hit a record high.
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