51 m. ago Gold rises to another record as anxiety grips markets. Here’s what you need to know

NEW YORK (AP) — Markets around the world continue to sink on fears about President Donald Trump’s protectionist trade policies, and investors keep plowing money into gold, with futures hitting another record high Monday. Trump’s latest round of tariffs roll out Wednesday, which Trump has been calling “Liberation Day.” Interest in buying gold can rise […]

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3 h. ago Dow wants to power its Texas manufacturing complex with new nuclear reactors instead of natural gas

Dow, a major producer of chemicals and plastics, wants to use next-generation nuclear reactors for clean power and steam at a Texas manufacturing complex instead of natural gas. Dow’s subsidiary, Long Mott Energy, applied Monday to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a construction permit. It said the project with X-energy, an advanced nuclear reactor […]

Economics

5 h. ago Calgary American Idol contestant Sarah Day gets 'golden ticket' after audition in Nashville

Classically trained Calgary singer Sarah Day received a “golden ticket” on Season 23 of American Idol in an episode that aired last night after impressing celebrity judges with a version of Jensen McRae’s Wolves. The golden ticket means Day advanced to the next round in Los Angeles. The audition was held in Nashville in November […]

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8 h. ago Stock markets around world tumble as Trump’s ’Liberation Day’ approaches

NEW YORK — President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” is fast approaching, and stock markets around the world are tumbling Monday in advance of it. On Wall Street, the S&P 500 was down 1.3% following one of its worst losses of the past couple of years on Friday. It’s on track to finish the first three […]

Economics

8 h. ago US Stocks Swoon as Trump Sows Economic Fear Across Wall Street

The US stock market rout intensified on Monday on fears that President Donald Trump’s next tariff rollout will deliver a shock to the global economy, with rising recession concerns leaving the S&P 500 Index on track for its worst quarter compared to the rest of the world since the 1980s.

Economics

11 h. ago Village Farms International Welcomes Yvonne Trupiano as Global Chief Human Resources Officer

– Former consumer goods distribution, food, and retail service industry executive will help guide the Company’s global expansion initiatives – VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced the hiring of Yvonne Trupiano as the Company’s Executive Vice President and Global […]

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21 h. ago Houston, Auburn advance to men’s Final Four as No. 1 seeds claim all four regions

INDIANAPOLIS — Houston’s relentless defence confused and harassed Tennessee and carried the Cougars into their seventh Final Four and first since 2021, with L.J. Cryer scoring 17 points in a 69-50 victory on Sunday. Emanuel Sharp scored 14 of his 16 points after halftime for top-seeded Houston (34-4) and was named the region’s Most Outstanding […]

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33 h. ago France accuses US diplomats of meddling with a ‘diktat’ about Trump’s DEI policies

PARIS (AP) — A French minister on Sunday accused U.S. diplomats of interfering in the operations of French companies by sending them a letter reportedly telling them that U.S. President Donald Trump’s rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives could also apply outside of the United States. French media said that the letter received by […]

Politics

62 h. ago Here are the different ways to vote in the Canadian election

Many Canadians will vote on election day at their polling station, but there's other ways to cast your ballot before April 28, including if you live abroad.

Politics

3 d. ago Chris Selley: Carney goes nuclear over plagiarism accusations that should’ve rolled off his back

This election is about his CV, not his PhD thesis. He either did a good job at the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England or he didn't

Economics

3 d. ago Altasciences Receives 2025 CDMO Leadership Award in Small Molecule Dosage Form Category

LAVAL, Québec — Altasciences, a nine-time CRO Leadership Award winner, is proud to announce they have been awarded a 2025 CDMO Leadership Award in the Small Molecule Dosage Form–North America category. “This recognition reflects our CDMO team’s unwavering dedication and expertise of our CDMO team, as well as our unrelenting commitment to advancing drug development […]

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3 d. ago AI advances are rolling out in retail. But is that a good thing?

Artificial intelligence can help streamline resale and provide immersive retail experiences. But a Vancouver entrepreneur offers a warning

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3 d. ago Canada’s economy posts strong growth in January, but momentum fades in February

Growth stalls, pulled down by retail trade, oil and gas and real estate

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3 d. ago All the ways Canadians can vote in the upcoming federal election

Voting season is about to kick off after Prime Minister Mark Carney called a snap federal election in Canada.On Sunday, Governor General Mary Simon agreed with Carney's request to dissolve parliament and call an election amid heightened tensions with the United States.The election in Canada will take place on Monday, April 28. With Canadians heading to the polling stations soon, here are all of the ways you can vote.Vote on election day in CanadaCanadians can vote on April 28 at their assigned polling station. You can register to vote in advance or at the polls.One way to register in advance is by checking "yes" to the question in the Elections Canada section in your Canada Revenue Agency tax return.The second way is to register online using the Online Voter Registration Service. You'll be asked to include your name, address, date of birth, and gender. The site also allows you to check if you're already registered and allows you to update your address.Once registered, keep an eye ou...

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3 d. ago Aptose Reports Year End 2024 Results and Corporate Highlights

Tuspetinib Triple Drug Frontline Therapy Advancing in TUSCANY Clinical Trial Results to Date Highlight TUS Potential as an Ideal Third Drug to Include in AML Triplet Therapy Aptose Signs Debt Conversion Agreement with Hanmi SAN DIEGO and TORONTO, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aptose Biosciences Inc. (“Aptose” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: APTO, TSX: APS), […]

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3 d. ago Quantum Biopharma’s 2024 Financial Statements Show Strong Improvements in Cash, Working Capital, Operating Efficiency and the Removal of Material Uncertainty Related to Going Concern

Completion of unbuzzd™ Clinical Trial and Multiple Sclerosis Drug Lucid-21-302 Phase 1 Trial Advance Company’s Pipeline of Products and Assets TORONTO, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) (CSE: QNTM) (FRA: 0K91) (“Quantum BioPharma” or the “Company”), has reported its financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and year ended December […]

Economics

4 d. ago Here’s why the Toronto Sceptres have what it takes to win the PWHL’s Walter Cup

Just getting to the playoffs in any sport is hard. But getting there playing your best hockey is that much harder. The Sceptres learned that in Year 1, overcoming a poor start to put together a league-best 11-game winning streak. By the time the playoffs rolled around though, that streak was yesterday’s news and the […]

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4 d. ago RCMP arrest suspected driver in fatal Manitoba highway rollover

RCMP in eastern Manitoba say they've arrested a man they suspect was the driver in a fatal rollover on Highway 12.

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4 d. ago ProAmpac Expands Active and Intelligent Packaging with Advanced Sustainable Moisture Adsorbing Solutions

CINCINNATI — ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, is advancing its ProActive Intelligence platform by launching innovative solutions in its Moisture Protect series. Building on the success of the Moisture Protect platform, ProAmpac now offers a range of moisture-adsorbing films, providing tailored solutions for diverse applications. In collaboration with Aptar CSP Technologies, […]

Technology

4 d. ago Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment to Host the Great Online Sale in TerraZero’s Intraverse

VANCOUVER, British Columbia and DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BIGG Digital Assets Inc. (“BIGG” or the “Company”) (CSE: BIGG; OTCQX: BBKCF; WKN: A2PS9W), a leading innovator in the digital assets space and owner of TerraZero, Netcoins, and Blockchain Intelligence Group is pleased to announce TerraZero’s collaboration with Seed Group and […]

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