34 m. ago Business owner says Canadians turned off by American stereo equipment due to trade war

A Nova Scotia small business owner says tensions with the United States are causing him more major headaches because his customers are refusing to buy American products.

Economics

42 m. ago UK Manufacturing Shrinks as Exports Dry Up Amid Tariffs Shock

UK factories were hit by the biggest plunge in overseas orders in five years as a global trade war outbreak sapped demand from the US, Europe and China, according to a closely watched survey.

Economics

67 m. ago Quebec Government Won’t Rescue Bankrupt Bus Maker Lion Electric

Canadian electric bus and truck maker Lion Electric Co. is unlikely to survive as the Quebec government turned down an opportunity to put money into the firm along with local investors.

Politics

77 m. ago Trump Administration Sues Michigan to Halt State’s Fossil Fuel Lawsuit Plan

The Trump administration sued Michigan, its Democratic governor and attorney general, trying to block the state from seeking damages in court from fossil fuel companies it says caused harm through climate change.

Politics

92 m. ago For Mi’kmaq fishers working within Ottawa’s baby eel rules, it’s a ‘peaceful’ season

GOLD RIVER — Some Mi’kmaq harvesters say working within Ottawa’s quotas for the contentious baby eel fishery is helping calm the tense atmosphere in their river workplaces. In the shallows of the Gold River last Friday night, as the tiny, translucent eels known as elvers emerged from the mud, Jay Pennell — a member of […]

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2 h. ago OPEX® Sure Sort® X with Xtract™ Automated Sorting, Retrieval and Delivery System Wins Prestigious International Red Dot Award for Product Design

MOORESTOWN, N.J. — OPEX® Corporation, a global leader in Next Generation Automation providing innovative solutions for warehouse, document and mail automation, is proud to announce its Sure Sort® X with Xtract™ automated sorting, retrieval and delivery system has been recognized with the prestigious Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025. The annual Red Dot Award design […]

Society

2 h. ago Tariffs, oil prices and other uncertainties weighing down Mideast economies, IMF says

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Countries across the Middle East and North Africa face significant challenges to economic growth as the region faces economic uncertainty due to tariff measures, lower-than-recent oil prices and cuts to financial aid, the International Monetary Fund said Wednesday. The IMF’s regional outlook report for the MENA region said Brent […]

Economics

2 h. ago B.C.’s Largest Union ‘Ready for the Fight’: CUPE BC Opens Annual Convention in Vancouver

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — B.C.’s largest union is setting its agenda to tackle economic and political uncertainty head on to defend workers and public services. CUPE BC, the provincial division of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, kicked off its annual convention this evening in Vancouver. Karen Ranalletta, president of CUPE BC, opened the 3-day […]

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3 h. ago IMF Cuts Growth Outlook for Gulf Oil Producers After Price Slump

The International Monetary Fund downgraded its growth forecasts for oil exporting countries in the Middle East and North Africa, including Saudi Arabia and Iraq, citing escalating global trade tensions and lower energy prices.

Economics

3 h. ago From Tokyo to Los Angeles, workers observe May Day as many express worries about Trump

TOKYO (AP) — Shouting “banzai!” or “live long,” thousands of people gathered in a Tokyo park on Thursday and marched through the streets to the banging of traditional drums, as Japan kicked off celebrations to mark May Day. The holiday, also known as International Workers’ Day or Labor Day, marks the struggles and achievements of […]

Society

3 h. ago From Tokyo to Los Angeles, workers observe May Day with marches and demonstrations

TOKYO (AP) — Shouting “banzai!” or “live long,” thousands of people gathered in a Tokyo park on Thursday and marched through the streets to the banging of traditional drums, as Japan kicked off celebrations to mark May Day. The holiday, also known as International Workers’ Day or Labor Day, marks the struggles and achievements of […]

Society

3 h. ago Net Zero Flights Will Hinge on Green Fuels, Air New Zealand Says

Air New Zealand Ltd. set new targets to curb emissions after scrapping previous climate goals, and warned that decarbonization efforts remain reliant on the advance of greener fuels.

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4 h. ago Asian shares rise in subdued holiday trading, as US futures jump

TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares advanced Thursday, with many markets in the region closed for Labor Day holidays, after U.S. stocks stormed back from steep early losses to a seventh straight day of gains. Uncertainty about what President Donald Trump’s trade war will do to the U.S. economy remains a key focus for investors. Japan’s […]

Society

5 h. ago Hydreight Achieves Record Revenue and Profitability Milestone in Q4 2024 Audited Results

Record 2024 Topline¹ revenue of $22.32 million, up 31% from 2023 Record 2024 GAAP revenue of $16.04 million, up 39% from 2023 2024 Adjusted EBITDA¹ of +490K compared to ($1.38) million in 2023 2024 gross margin of $5.75 million, up from 8% from 2023 Q4 2024 Topline¹ revenue of $5.74 million, up 15% from Q4 […]

Sport

5 h. ago Clear Blue Technologies Announces Fiscal 2024 Results & Provides Corporate Update

Financial Restructuring in Q4 2024 successfully completed positioning company for strong 2025 TORONTO, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clear Blue Technologies International Inc. (TSXV: CBLU) (FRANKFURT: OYA), the Smart Power Company, announces its financial results for fiscal 2024 (“F2024”). A complete set of Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion & Analysis (“MD&A”) has been filed […]

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5 h. ago BOJ Sees Delay in Achieving Its Price Goal While Standing Pat

The Bank of Japan left its benchmark rate unchanged while pushing back the timing for when it expects to reach its inflation target amid intensified uncertainties due to the global trade war.

Economics

5 h. ago Firm Capital Apartment REIT Provides Strategic Review Update, Q4/2024 and 2024 Results

All figures in $USD unless otherwise noted. TORONTO, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Firm Capital Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (the “Trust”), (TSXV: FCA.U), (TSXV: FCA.UN) is pleased to report its financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2024 and provide a Strategic Review update: STRATEGIC REVIEW UPDATE The board […]

Economics

6 h. ago Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. Files 2024 Audited Financial Statements and Provides Corporate Update

Vancouver, BC, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR / OTCQB: SBLCF) (“Spirit” or the “Company”) announces that it has filed its audited financial statements and related management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. The audited financial statements have been prepared in accordance with […]

Economics

6 h. ago Mene Inc. Reports Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Year Ended 2024

TORONTO, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Menē Inc. (TSX-V:MENE) (US:MENEF) (“Menē” or the “Company”), an online 24 karat jewelry brand, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. All amounts expressed herein reflect Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS IFRS Revenue of $9.1 million, an […]

Culture

7 h. ago BIGG Digital Assets Inc. Reports Audited Financial Results for 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BIGG Digital Assets Inc. (“BIGG” or the “Company”) (TSXV: BIGG; OTCQX: BBKCF; WKN: A2PS9W), a leading innovator in the digital assets space and owner of Netcoins, Blockchain Intelligence Group, and TerraZero reports its fiscal 2024 financial results. All figures are in Canadian Dollars (CAD) unless otherwise noted. […]

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