4 hours ago FV Bank Adds PayPal’s PYUSD Stablecoin to Direct Deposit and Outbound Payment Options with Real

FV Bank the only U.S. licensed bank to offer USDC, USDT and PYUSD trio of stablecoin deposit options to facilitate cross-border payments and remittances SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — FV Bank, the U.S. licensed digital bank offering a vertically integrated suite of traditional and digital asset banking and custody services, today announced the expansion of […]

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5 hours ago Political uncertainty could derail major carbon capture project: experts

CALGARY – The fate of Canada’s largest proposed carbon capture and storage project is even more uncertain after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation announcement this week amplified existing unknowns around the future of energy and climate policy in Canada, experts say. The $16.5-billion high-profile project in question would capture harmful carbon dioxide emissions from the […]

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21 hours ago Hydrostor’s Willow Rock Energy Storage Center receives Conditional Commitment for up to $1.76 billion loan guarantee from U.S. Department of Energy

The project will provide more than eight hours of back-up power to California’s grid, enhancing grid reliability and resiliency DENVER — Long-duration energy storage developer and operator, Hydrostor, has reached a conditional commitment for a loan guarantee of up to $1.76 billion with the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Clean Energy Financing Program (including approximately […]

Economics

71 minutes ago Venezuelan security forces seek to quell protests against Maduro’s attempt to cling to power

CARACAS, Venezuela —- Riot police were out in force in Venezuela ‘s capital Thursday looking to quell protesters seeking to block President Nicolas Maduro’s attempt to cling to power despite credible evidence that he lost last summer’s election by a landslide The National Assembly, which like all institutions in Venezuela is controlled by the ruling […]

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6 hours ago GURU Organic Energy to Report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Results

MONTREAL, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GURU Organic Energy Corp. (TSX: GURU) (“GURU” or the “Company”), Canada’s leading organic energy drink brand1, will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended October 31, 2024 on Thursday, January 23, 2025, before markets open. Management will hold a conference call to discuss […]

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23 hours ago Lion Electric shifts focus from trucks to buses in bid to attract buyer

The company announced layoffs last week, with its remaining 160 workers helping clients with vehicle maintenance

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8 hours ago Polish Energy Group Orlen Boosts Dividends in 2035 Plan After Lackluster Year

Poland’s largest energy company Orlen SA plans to increase dividends and invest as much as $91 billion in cleaner energy sources over the next decade to win back investors’ confidence after its shares tumbled last year.

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5 hours ago Lewis & Ellis Strengthens Leadership in Life & Health and Achieves Significant Growth in Property & Casualty Rankings

DALLAS, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lewis & Ellis (L&E), a leading actuarial consulting firm, is pleased to announce its recognition in the December 2024 edition of AM Best’s Review, where it ranks among the top actuarial firms providing appointed actuary opinions for insurers. Based on insurer loss reserves in the Life, Health, and […]

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25 hours ago Doug Ford pitches Trump on grand energy plan in effort to avoid tariffs

Premier wants to see Ontario's grid expanded to allow more energy to be sent to the U.S.

Economics

2 hours ago ‘Catastrophe’: Video shows before and after as L.A. wildfire engulfs California mountains

At least five people have died, Governor Gavin Newsom said Wednesday, as thousands forced to evacuate

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40 hours ago More than a 3 hour tour: S.S. Minnow, a piece of TV history, still afloat in Nanaimo

Decades after 'Gilligan's Island' went off the air, one of the four boats used as the S.S. Minnow is still afloat in British Columbia.

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19 hours ago Who owns Greenland? Why Trump thinks he can buy the island and how Canada fits in

'Greenland belongs to the Greenlanders,' says the prime minister of the Danish territory. Canada once 'fought' a pseudo-war over a nearby island

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7 hours ago Political turmoil could derail Pathways Alliance carbon capture project: experts

Their proposed project would capture carbon dioxide emissions from more than 20 oilsands facilities

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26 hours ago Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Completes Sale of Renewable Energy Business to LS Power

Marks key achievement in strategic transition to pure-play regulated utility OAKVILLE, Ontario — Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX/NYSE: AQN) (“AQN” or the “Company”) announced today it has completed the sale of its non-regulated renewable energy business (excluding the Company’s hydro fleet) to a wholly owned subsidiary of LS Power. “We are pleased with the […]

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16 hours ago New Orleans hires former NY police czar amid investigations into security

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said she had hired former New York Police Commissioner William J. Bratton as a consultant during a tense city council meeting Wednesday as officials and residents sought answers over security lapses after a terror attack that killed 14 people in the French Quarter. Kirkpatrick also told […]

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20 hours ago Denmark’s coat of arms features Greenland more prominently after Trump talks purchase of island

Denmark’s king has changed the country’s royal coat of arms to feature Greenland more prominently as Donald Trump continues to amplify his intent to purchase the large, ice-covered island directly east of Canada. Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory and former colony in the Atlantic Ocean, has been in the news in recent weeks as U.S. […]

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10 hours ago Philips appoints Jie Xue as Chief Business Leader Precision Diagnosis, co

January 9, 2025 Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced the appointment of Jie Xue as Chief Business Leader Precision Diagnosis, and Özlem Fidanci as Chief of International Region, both effective January 1, 2025. Ms. Xue and Ms. Fidanci have joined Philips’ Executive Committee and […]

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29 hours ago Canada Post sues B.C. company for $500,000 over altered postage labels

An Energy drink company allegedly manipulated return labels for online shipping so other companies including Bell and Shaw would be charged for postage for its product deliveries, according to a lawsuit in B.C. Supreme Court.

Economics

17 hours ago Fire hydrants ran dry in Southern California just when they were needed most

The water system used to fight the Palisades fire in Los Angeles buckled under the demands of what turned out to be the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history. Some hydrants ran dry, hindering the fight against the flames, local water officials said Wednesday. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power was pumping […]

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26 hours ago ‘Our country is not for sale,’ Ford says as he pitches energy plan with U.S.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has outlined his proposed plan dubbed "Fortress Am-Can," calling it a "renewed strategic alliance between Canada and America."

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29 hours ago B.C. basketball team to skip games over alleged mistreatment of trans player

NANAIMO, B.C. — A group of collegiate basketball players in B.C. say they will not play a pair of games against another team in their division this weekend due to alleged verbal and physical mistreatment of a transgender teammate that they say has not been addressed. All 13 players on the conference-leading Vancouver Island University […]

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20 hours ago An Edmonton police officer was charged with attacking a man he mistakenly believed touched his car. He was fined $1,200 for assaulting officers who intervened

A 15-year-old girl accompanying Cardinal told investigators Carter approached them, told them not to touch his vehicle, then "tackled" Cardinal to the ground.

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26 hours ago Canada ‘is not for sale’: Ford has ‘a better deal for Trump’ instead of becoming 51st U.S. state

'We have the critical minerals, we have the energy, we have the electricity that America needs,' Ontario premier says

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21 hours ago Is Trudeau’s resignation enough to keep Liberals in power? Poll suggests no

A majority of Canadians support Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s decision to step down, yet his announcement has not changed the Liberal party’s fortunes, new polling suggests.

Politics

25 hours ago B.C. crime news: Spike in counterfeit bills hits Prince George | Police investigate fatal Vancouver Island crash | More than $1.7M worth of contraband tobacco seized

Here's a round up of crime news from across B.C. on Jan. 8, 2025

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28 hours ago TRREB: Ontario’s Home Renovation Savings Program – A Win for Homeowners and Energy Efficiency

TORONTO, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — High energy and construction costs are hurting families and individuals across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) commends Minister Lecce and the Government of Ontario for the launch of the Home Renovation Savings Program, coming into effect January 28, 2025. This new […]

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25 hours ago Ascendant Announces Leadership Transition: Shemina Jiwani Appointed as CEO

Ascendant Appoints New CEO: Shemina Jiwani to Lead Next Phase of Growth TORONTO, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ascendant, a leading provider of international payment solutions, has announced a change in its senior leadership. Shemina Jiwani has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. In her new role, Shemina will oversee all […]

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25 hours ago B.C. crime briefs: Spike in counterfeit bills hits Prince George | Police investigate fatal Vancouver Island crash | More than $1.7M worth of contraband tobacco seized

Here's a round up of crime news from across B.C. on Jan. 8, 2025

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30 hours ago GURU Organic Energy Announces Appointment of New Executive Vice President, Sales

MONTRÉAL, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GURU Organic Energy Corp. (TSX: GURU) (“GURU” or the “Company”), Canada’s leading organic energy drink brand1, is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Charbonneau as its new Executive Vice President, Sales. Patrick brings over 25 years of extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, further strengthening GURU’s executive […]

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25 hours ago Newfoundland and Labrador opposition calls halt to vote on Churchill Falls deal

Politicians are set to vote on draft of a deal that would see Hydro-Quebec pay more than it currently does for electricity

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25 hours ago B.C. crime briefs: Campbell River RCMP seek info on man's death | Spike in counterfeit bills hits Prince George | Police investigate fatal Vancouver Island crash | $1.7M in contraband tobacco seized

Here's a round up of crime news from across B.C. on Jan. 8, 2025

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33 hours ago Making Science launches RAISING, its new AI technology division to power marketing strategies

RAISING combines the company’s business expertise in data science to develop advanced AI-based solutions. This new division includes technological tools such as ad-machina, Gauss AI, and Trust Generative AI, offering innovative solutions for measuring and optimizing marketing strategies. MADRID — Making Science (BME Growth: MAKS), a technology and digital marketing consultancy specializing in e-commerce […]

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27 hours ago Newfoundland and Labrador Opposition calls to halt vote on Quebec energy deal

Politicians are set to vote on the early draft of the deal, which would see Hydro-Québec pay far more than it currently does for electricity from the Churchill Falls plant.

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40 hours ago Seaplane crashes off Australian tourist island, killing 3 and injuring 3 others

MELBOURNE, Australia — A seaplane crashed during takeoff from an Australian tourist island, killing three people including Swiss and Danish tourists and injuring three others. Only one of the seven people aboard the Cessna 208 Caravan was rescued without injury after the crash Tuesday afternoon on Rottnest Island, police said. The plane owned by Swan […]

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42 hours ago ‘Shameful’: Calgary and Alberta navigating the impacts of a prorogued Parliament

The move suspends all Parliamentary work, kills unfinished legislation, and relieves members of Parliament of their duties, while allowing the government to remain in power.

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32 hours ago Derek Burney: Lengthy U.S. government transition process must be overhauled

Uncertainty about real power in Washington during a transition creates vulnerability at home and abroad

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