Newfoundland and Labrador have increased financial assistance for low-income residents to cover funeral costs due to a rise in unclaimed bodies at the province’s largest hospital. Meanwhile, the eurozone's economy showed better-than-expected growth of 0.3% in Q2 2024, yet Germany remains a weak spot with a 0.1% contraction. France outperformed with 0.3% growth, helped by higher exports and stable household spending, and the upcoming Paris Olympics are expected to boost Q3 growth. In contrast, the U.S. economy grew by 0.7% in Q2, driven by strong private consumption and government investment, underscoring a persistent transatlantic growth gap.