Lizzo announced that she’s taking a hiatus from the limelight after multiple lawsuits were filed against her last year by former employees.  “I’m taking a gap year & protecting my peace,” she captioned a video clip of herself standing in the rain while closing her eyes. Lizzo shared three other posts to Instagram over the weekend, telling followers she was in Bali. “Unfortunately I’ll be posting way too many bikini pics,” she wrote in another update.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Lizzo (@lizzobeeating) The recording artist also posted clips of herself doing a jump rope workout while in Bali to Instagram Stories. Previously, Lizzo told fans that she was feeling happier.  Tickets for “Am I Racist?” are on sale NOW! Buy here for a theater near you. “I’m the happiest I’ve been in 10 months,” the singer shared in an update posted in May. “The strange thing about depression is you don’t know you’re in it until you’re out of it. I’m definitely not all the way as carefree as I used to be. But the dark cloud that followed me every day is finally clearing up. My smile reaches my eyes again and that’s a win.” This update came two months after she called out followers for criticizing her. “I’m getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the Internet,” Lizzo said in March. “All I want is to make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it. But I’m starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it.” The celeb said, “I’m constantly up against lies being told about me for clout & views… being the butt of the joke every single time because of how I look… my character being picked apart by people who don’t know me and disrespecting my name. I didn’t sign up for this sh** — I QUIT.” Shortly after, she confirmed that she wasn’t quitting music forever, but was rather leaving behind “negative energy.”  “I just need to clarify — when I say I quit, I mean, I quit giving any negative energy attention,” she said. “What I’m not gonna quit is the joy of my life, which is making music, which is connecting with people. I know I’m not alone. In no way, shape or form am I the only person who is experiencing that negative voice that seems to be louder than the positive … I’m going to keep moving forward, I’m going to keep being me.” WATCH THE TRAILER FOR ‘AM I RACIST?’ — A MATT WALSH COMEDY ON DEI These updates all come after three of Lizzo’s former backup dancers sued her for creating a toxic work environment and sexual harassment. The original lawsuits were filed in August 2023. Later, six additional employees came forward with allegations of sexual harassment, per Page Six.

Canada's housing market is poised for a moderate recovery in 2024, with the average price of a single-family home reaching $801,600 CAD. This comes after a turbulent period marked by high interest rates, sluggish sales, and declining affordability. In the first half of 2024, the market is expected to remain subdued as the Bank of Canada continues to maintain its policy rate at historically high levels. This has kept homeownership out of reach for many potential buyers, further cooling demand across the country. However, a significant shift is anticipated in the latter half of the year, as interest rate cuts are expected to reinvigorate the market. The lower borrowing costs could unlock pent-up demand, particularly among first-time buyers who have been sidelined by the steep costs of financing. Right now, Canadian banks hold a lot of mortgage-related assets. If the housing market were to crash and many people defaulted on their mortgages, Canadian banks could face huge losses, just like the Japanese banks did. Even if the central bank lowered interest rates to zero, it… pic.twitter.com/QYobx4oWnn — The Economic LongWave (@TheELongWave) August 10, 2024 Despite the challenging conditions, the average home price in Canada has shown resilience, climbing to $801,600 CAD. This reflects a 2.5% year-over-year increase, driven by a combination of factors including limited supply, high construction costs, and strong underlying demand fueled by population growth. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), the national average home price is forecasted to rise further by 5% in 2025, suggesting that the market will continue to recover as borrowing conditions improve. Even after 2 rate cuts houses are selling well below peak 2022 prices. Welcome to the Canadian housing market. pic.twitter.com/gNlqfTI78n — EconomicWoes (@ManyBeenRinsed) July 30, 2024 Regionally, the recovery is expected to be uneven. Provinces such as Alberta and Saskatchewan, where markets are already showing signs of improvement, are likely to lead the resurgence. In contrast, more expensive markets like Ontario and British Columbia will see slower growth due to their severe affordability challenges. RBC Economics projects that while home sales in these regions will rebound, they will still fall short of pre-pandemic levels​. The impact of the high-interest rates has been particularly acute in the major urban centers, where the cost of homeownership has soared to unprecedented levels. This has pushed more Canadians into the rental market, exacerbating the housing affordability crisis. The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has highlighted the pressing need for increased housing supply, particularly in the rental sector, to alleviate some of the pressures faced by renters. Looking ahead, the broader housing market is expected to be busier in the second half of 2024, with a 9.2% increase in home resales year-over-year. However, the market is unlikely to return to the frenzied activity seen during the pandemic anytime soon. Experts caution that the recovery will be gradual, with affordability issues continuing to weigh on the market. The Bank of Canada’s cautious approach to rate cuts, aimed at avoiding a sudden surge in housing demand and subsequent price inflation, will also temper the pace of the recovery​. Overall, while the Canadian housing market is set to rebound in 2024, it will be a slow and uneven process, shaped by the interplay of interest rates, affordability, and supply constraints. As the average home price inches closer to its previous peak, prospective buyers will need to navigate a challenging landscape where affordability remains a significant hurdle. The post Canadian Housing Market Rebounds: Average Single-Family Home Price Climbs to $801,600 CAD appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

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An image shared on Facebook claims the Harris-Walz campaign is purportedly proposing a 20% sales tax on golf-related items. Verdict: False The claim is false and originally stems from @PGATUOR, a satirical golf account on X, the social media platform previously called Twitter. There is no evidence to support the claim. Fact Check: An August […]

A post shared on X claims to show a T-14 Armata tank in Ukraine. ????RUSSIA’S NEXT-GEN TANKS ARRIVE IN UKRAINE The new Armata tanks are fitted with shields to protect them from drone attacks.pic.twitter.com/SKkwq0kxy7 — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) August 23, 2024 Verdict: False The video shows a T-80, not a T-14 Armata. There is no evidence […]

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