48 m. ago European Power Prices Drop Far Below Zero as Solar Output Surges

Power prices across Europe plunged deep below zero this weekend as sunny weather boosted output from the region’s growing fleet of solar parks.

Economics

57 m. ago Montage Gold Announces Graduation to the Toronto Stock Exchange

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Montage Gold Corp. (“Montage” or the “Company”) (TSXV: MAU, OTCQX: MAUTF) is pleased to announce that it has received final approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) for the listing of its common shares (the “Common Shares”) on the TSX. The Common Shares will begin trading […]

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73 m. ago Americas Gold & Silver to Be Included in Solactive Global Silver Miners Index (SIL)

TORONTO — Americas Gold and Silver Corporation (TSX: USA, NYSE American: USAS) (“Americas” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company has been included in the Solactive Global Silver Miners Index (“Silver Index”) effective May 1, 2025. Paul Huet, Chairman & CEO of Americas, commented: “The Americas team is very pleased to have […]

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2 h. ago FPT Recognized in The Digital Transformation Services Landscape Report

HANOI, Vietnam — Global IT firm FPT announced its inclusion in Forrester’s The Digital Transformation Services Landscape, Q2 2025. The report provides an overview of 35 digital transformation service providers and offers valuable insights into the current market dynamics. FPT’s deep industry knowledge, combined with its next-gen capabilities, empowers our clients to stay ahead of […]

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2 h. ago Liberty Gold Announces the Retirement of Cal Everett, CEO & Director and the Appointment of Dr. Jon Gilligan as new President and Chief Executive

Cal Everett to guide the Liberty Gold spin-out of Specialty American Metals as future non-executive Director and build a second Liberty Gold controlled company VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Liberty Gold Corp. (TSX:LGD; OTCQX:LGDTF) (“Liberty Gold” or the “Company”) today announces that after more than eight years of distinguished service, Cal […]

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2 h. ago The $160 Billion Fund Behind Novo Nordisk Puts Investing on Hold

The $160 billion fund behind Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk A/S says President Donald Trump’s tariff war has created so much economic uncertainty that it now sees little likelihood it will move ahead with any big investments.

Economics

4 h. ago Merz Taps Corporate Germany as New Cabinet Starts to Take Shape

Germany’s Christian Democratic Union named two company executives as cabinet ministers to serve under conservative Chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz, filling in key personnel with business experience as the new government faces pressure to revive growth.

Culture

11 h. ago Checker, Cocker, Lauper among Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees

NEW YORK — First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a class that also includes pop star Cyndi Lauper, the hip-hop pioneers Outkast, the rock duo the White Stripes and grunge masters Soundgarden. Salt-N-Pepa, the first female rap act to achieve gold […]

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11 h. ago China’s Commodities Firms Wait on Output Cuts to Rescue Profits

The profitability of Chinese commodities producers is still heavily lagging other sectors as markets wait on output cuts to relieve the downward pressure on prices.

Economics

13 h. ago Perseus Mining Proceeds with Development of Nyanzaga Gold Project

Perth, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PERSEUS MINING PROCEEDS WITH DEVELOPMENT OF THE NYANZAGA GOLD PROJECT overview Perth, Western Australia/ April 28, 2025/ Perseus Mining Limited (ASX/TSX: PRU) is pleased to announce that a Final Investment Decision (FID) has been taken to develop the Nyanzaga Gold Project (NGP) in Tanzania, following an update of […]

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14 h. ago Alkane and Mandalay Combine to Create Growing Gold and Antimony Producer

Merger of Equals Increases Scale and Benefits All Shareholders Creates powerful platform underpinned by a shared vision for growth. Three cash-generating mines in premier mining jurisdictions with strong organic growth. Projected gold equivalent production of ~160,0001 ounces in 2025, increasing to over ~180,0002 ounces in 2026. Robust proforma balance sheet: A$188 / C$167 million cash […]

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18 h. ago The Day After Canada Votes, 500 Innovation Leaders Gather to Chart the Country’s Economic Future

NACO Summit 2025 | April 29–30 | National Arts Centre, Ottawa, ON OTTAWA, Ontario, April 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On April 29, the morning after Canada’s federal election, over 500 entrepreneurs, investors, job creators, and innovation leaders from across Canada will convene directly across from Parliament Hill for the NACO Summit 2025 at Ottawa’s […]

Politics

21 h. ago EDWARDS: Carney’s interventionist philosophy not what Canada needs

As Canadians confront stagnant productivity, geopolitical headwinds, and a deepening housing crisis, policy clarity and economic agility are more essential than ever. Yet instead of bold reform, the Liberal government’s Canada Strong – Fiscal and Costing Plan doubles down on technocratic tactics and moralized market engineering, with little effort for fiscal restraint or reduction of […]

Transport

22 h. ago A zest for life: Savouring Italy’s lemons and the Mediterranean lifestyle

When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade, right?  Well, in the coastal city of Sorrento, outside Naples in southern Italy, some of Europe’s most remarkable chefs are transforming the famous fruit, grown widely on the charming Amalfi coast, into profoundly refreshing pasta dishes.  Likewise, in Catania, Sicily, where the lemon is king. Its narrow streets […]

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24 h. ago ‘It feels personal’: Canadian farmers cope with Chinese tariffs on canola and peas

MOOSE JAW — Canola runs deep on Margaret Rigetti’s farm in southern Saskatchewan. Her grandfather was among the first to grow the bright yellow flowering crop in the 1970s, and it has been a staple ever since. “For a large part of Saskatchewan, the farm economy has been driven by canola,” Rigetti, a director with […]

Economics

24 h. ago Things to know about the US coal industry and proposed changes under the Trump administration

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed several changes that would affect the struggling U.S. coal industry. Trump issued executive orders this month to allow mining on federal land. He has used his emergency authority to allow some older coal-fired power plants set for retirement to keep producing electricity to meet the […]

Politics

26 h. ago Tech industry tried reducing AI’s pervasive bias. Now Trump wants to end its ‘woke AI’ efforts

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — After retreating from their workplace diversity, equity and inclusion programs, tech companies could now face a second reckoning over their DEI work in AI products. In the White House and the Republican-led Congress, “woke AI” has replaced harmful algorithmic discrimination as a problem that needs fixing. Past efforts to “advance equity” […]

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26 h. ago New brands, recipes and habits: How grocery shoppers are standing up to the U.S.

Canada’s trade war with the U.S. has had a swift impact on grocery stores, with companies putting up maple leaf tags on shelves, shifting their product mix and highlighting local items. It has also mobilized many Canadians to change how they shop, and in some cases forgo their preferred products to support domestic companies. Data […]

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27 h. ago Shein Hikes US Prices as Much as 377% Ahead of Tariff Increases

Fast-fashion giant Shein Group Ltd. raised US prices of its products from dresses to kitchenware ahead of imminent tariffs on small parcels, in an early sign of the potential effect of the trade war on American consumers.

Economics

32 h. ago One of Toronto's best outdoor markets is back for the season this week

One of Toronto's liveliest outdoor vendor markets is finally opening up for the season this week.Spring has arrived in Toronto and summer's right around the corner, which can only mean one thing: the city's residents are hungry for ways to spend some much-needed time under the sun.Now, as someone who derives considerable joy from the mere act of purchasing a new trinket or piece of clothing, I may be biased, but if you ask me, outdoor markets are among the best ways to do that.Whether it's a huge flower market featuring blooms by local growers or a tried-and-true farmers' market, gathering your crew to meander stalls, meet local and small business owners and, most importantly, spend time outdoors after being caged in all winter, just screams summer. It's the best.For me, though, a vendor market is the creme de la creme, because, not only can you frequently find a tasty treat or two, but you can walk away with anything from a new candle to a crystal ...

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