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NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes are stalling following some discouraging data on the economy. The S&P 500 fell 0.3% in early trading Thursday and was on track for its third loss in the last four days.

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the amount Canadian households owe relative to their income fell in the third quarter as a rise in disposable income outpaced the growth in debt. It was the sixth consecutive quarter that the measure declined.

The lower rates have helped prospective buyers qualify for a mortgage, while new rules will take effect on Sunday.

Facing fraud charges in the U.S., Delta resident Jackson Friesen sold a detached home in Kitsilano before his assets could be frozen in B.C. Supreme Court; since it was determined Friesen committed fraud he says he now needs money to pay for an appeal of a $12-million penalty.

Vancouver precious metals streaming company promotes decarbonization technology for mining

Thirst for savings: cost-of-living challenges may be one reason B.C. residents are cutting back on alcohol spending

New West city councillor: "When things get really bad and this out of control, the first thing an organization will blame is the people reporting on the story itself."

Commission structures may appear to be opaque to some buyers and sellers

Lawsuit seeks compensation for construction, landscaping, equipment costs

The federal government has been under pressure from business groups to intervene in the strike, as it has done in recent high-profile labour disputes.