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OTTAWA — Forecasters anticipate this week’s consumer price index report to show inflation rose last month, signalling a reversal in progress after a year of steady declines in inflation.

Forecasters anticipate this week’s consumer price index report to show inflation rose last month, signalling a reversal in progress after a year of steady declines.

Clifton Oliver, who is renowned for his roles as Simba in 'The Lion King' and Benny in 'In the Heights,' has died at the age of 47. His sister, Roxy Hall, shared on Facebook that he passed away peacefully after spending six weeks in the hospital and hospice. The cause of death of the actor remains undisclosed. In her post, Hall described the moment of Oliver's passing as serene, with his partner Richard singing Psalm 23 as he took his final breath. She expressed a mix of sadness and joy, noting Oliver's radiant smile and envisioning his arrival in the afterlife as a grand celebration. Hall highlighted Oliver's profound impact, emphasizing his talent, kind-hearted nature, and the light he brought to people worldwide. She assured that while he will be missed, his memory lives on within everyone he touched. Oliver, born in 1975 and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, aspired to an artistic career from a young age. He pursued studies at the Douglas Anderson School of the Arts before moving to New York in 2010 to launch his Broadway journey. His career encompassed diverse roles, including joining the ensemble of 'Wicked' and taking on the role of Benny in 'In the Heights' alongside Jordin Sparks. In 2011, he portrayed Simba in 'The Lion King' on Broadway, as well as in the Las Vegas production and national tour. The theater community commemorated Oliver's legacy, acknowledging his artistic contributions and impact on audiences. As a testament to his enduring influence, a dimming of the lights is planned at the New Amsterdam Theatre on August 8, 2023 to honor Clifton Oliver's memory.

Cillian Murphy hung up the phone in disbelief when Christopher Nolan called him for playing the lead role in the special film Oppenheimer. The talented Irish actor has been a consistent presence in Nolan's films for nearly two decades, often taking on supporting roles. However, in 'Oppenheimer,' Nolan entrusted him with the lead role, marking a significant shift in their collaboration. Back in 2003, Murphy had his first encounter with Nolan when he was invited to audition not just for a role in the Batman movie but specifically for the iconic character of Batman himself. Though Murphy knew he wasn't the right fit for the Dark Knight, he saw this as an opportunity to meet the director behind «Insomnia» and «Memento.» The meeting went exceptionally well, and from there, Murphy's collaboration with Nolan took off. He tapped into a sinister intensity to portray the corrupt psychiatrist Dr. Crane/Scarecrow, a character who would make appearances in all three Batman films. Nolan continued to entrust Murphy with significant roles, casting him as the conflicted heir in «Inception» and a traumatized soldier in «Dunkirk.» Their professional relationship has since blossomed, leading to remarkable cinematic achievements.

The Bank of Canada raised it benchmark lending rate 25 basis points to five per cent on July 12, adopting what economists called a “hawkish tone” and reminding Canadians that bringing inflation back to the two per cent target remains its priority.

BarnBridge DAO members have been told to pause “all work” related to the project after a reported probe by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Graham Allison is the Douglas Dillon professor of government at Harvard University

A Conservative MP has defected to the Labour party just as Boris Johnson is set to once again face British MPs in parliament to respond to questions about "partygate", a scandal that has threatened the prime minister's leadership.

Douglas Cherry is a partner at law firm Reed Smith