The Curator: High tech cleaning gadgets *actually* worth the hype in 2026
The article highlights high-tech cleaning gadgets from brands like Bissell, Shark, and Clorox that are effective in 2026, as recommended by home expert Melissa Maker.
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Sunday, March 22, 2026
Politics & Government
London Knights hand out 2025-26 team awards; have home ice against Soo Greyhounds
The London Knights have completed their OHL regular season and held team awards. They will face the Soo Greyhounds in the playoffs with home ice advantage.
Two hikers rescued from B.C.’s Brunswick Mountain, one in critical condition
Two hikers were rescued from B.C.'s Brunswick Mountain, with one in critical condition. A man and woman from a Metro Vancouver hiking group fell during a trek near Lions Bay, and two others required...
World Women's Curling Championship: Switzerland defeats Canada to win gold
Switzerland defeated Canada to win gold at the World Women's Curling Championship. Swiss skip Xenia Schwaller expressed disbelief at the result.
Crews in water-logged Metro Vancouver prepare for next drenching
Crews in water-logged Metro Vancouver prepare for further rain, addressing a recent mudslide in Coquitlam that disrupted a road and posed a risk to the water supply.
Business & Economy
Majority of Japanese Oppose Sending Warships to Middle East
A majority of Japanese people oppose sending warships to the Middle East amid US pressure to secure the Strait of Hormuz, according to recent polls.
UBS Chief Ermotti Says Energy Prices Likely to Remain High
UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti states that energy prices are expected to stay high due to the impact of the Middle East conflict on the global economy.
Goldman Sachs Raises Oil Forecasts on Largest-Ever Supply Shock
Goldman Sachs has raised its 2026 oil price forecasts due to the prolonged disruption through the Strait of Hormuz, described as the largest-ever supply shock for global crude markets.
Global Bond Yields Are Climbing as Iran War Upends Rate Bets
Global bond yields are increasing due to rising energy costs from the Middle East conflict, prompting traders to anticipate central bank rate hikes.
Chinese Pig Prices Hit 15-Year Low as War Costs Worsen Margins
Chinese pig prices have reached a 15-year low due to declining domestic pork consumption and increased costs from the war in Iran, leading to significant losses for pig farmers.
Environment & Climate
Sports
Folgueiras cashes in corner triple to give Iowa late lead vs. Florida
Alvaro Folgueiras scored a corner three-pointer, giving Iowa a late lead against Florida in their game.
Iowa knocks out No. 1 seed, defending champion Florida in 2nd round of men's March Madness
Iowa defeated No. 1 seed Florida 73-72 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, with Alvaro Folgueiras making a 3-pointer with 4.5 seconds left. The win eliminated the defending national champions.
Canada settles for silver after two costly misses in curling worlds final
Canada's Einarson falls to Switzerland's Schwaller in women's world curling final
Kerri Einarson's team lost the women's world curling final to Switzerland's Schwaller team with a score of 7-5.