19 h. ago People from Toronto can audition for jobs at Disney's international resorts this spring

If there's one thing people love in this world, it's Disney. The brand has existed since the early 1900s and has been spreading joy ever since. If your dream has been to be a part of the world of Disney yourself, you don't even have to leave Toronto to achieve it.Disney's Shanghai Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland are holding auditions in Toronto for characters and vocalists next month, and it could be your big break.The auditions will be held on May 10 and 11, 2025 at the city's Elgin Wintergarden Theatre.There will be three auditions in total, with the first on the 10th calling for Disney character look-alikes."We are hiring character look-alike performers who can act and move well. They will portray characters from Classic Disney films, Marvel and other Disney franchises. Character look-alike performers may appear in stage shows, parades, character greetings, heroic encounters and special events, etc." says Disney.For females, the characters include Mirabel, Isa...

Society

4 d. ago Hong Kong’s Citybus Owners Seek to Syndicate $361 Million Loan

Owners of Hong Kong’s Citybus Ltd., known for its yellow-colored double decker fleets in the Asian financial hub, are seeking to syndicate a HK$2.8 billion ($361 million) loan, according to people familiar with the matter.

Economics

4 d. ago Years of Distrust Hang Over US and Iran as Their Negotiators Head to Oman

Officials from the US and Iran are set to meet Saturday in Oman for the highest-level talks on the Islamic Republic’s advancing nuclear program in more than two years, a sign of Tehran’s eagerness for sanctions relief and to avoid the crippling military attack that President Donald Trump has threatened.

Events

5 d. ago Trump says countries are ‘kissing my ass’ to avoid tariffs amid trade war

U.S. President Donald Trump has long argued that tariffs are necessary to counteract America's trade deficit with global partners, including China.

Economics

6 d. ago Evergrande Liquidators Sue Hong Kong Golf Club in Hunt for Funds

China Evergrande Group’s liquidators are suing Hong Kong Golf Club as they broaden their efforts to recover more money from the defaulted developer’s assets.

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7 d. ago Contract for Hong Kong company to operate Panama Canal ports had irregularities, audit finds

PANAMA CITY (AP) — Panama’s comptroller authority said Monday an audit found irregularities in the renewal of a 25-year port concession in the interoceanic canal and it would request an investigation into the authorization of the contract to a Hong Kong company. Comptroller-General Anel Flores said the audit found some payment defaults, accounting miscalculations and […]

Economics

7 d. ago Danielle Smith takes swipe at Carney after Liberal leader jabs Alberta premier

"The attitude is, 'sit down and shut up.' Well, I don't shut up, I make sure that Albertans know exactly how I feel about issues," Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said.

Politics

7 d. ago «On perd tous de l'argent»: les investisseurs de Hong Kong paient cher la guerre commerciale lancée par Trump

«On perd tous de l'argent»: les investisseurs de Hong Kong paient cher la guerre commerciale lancée par Trump

Economics

1 week ago Lessons to lessen tariff impacts: FP Video on Trump’s trade war

Watch: how to avoid the worst outcomes on Canada, exporters and the markets in Trump's tariff war

Economics

1 week ago Premiers meeting with U.S. officials helped Canada avoid worse Trump tariffs: Scott Moe

'I wouldn't say (the outcome) is successful, but I would say that it is seeing a relatively positive outcome ... relative to many other nations,' Scott Moe said

Economics

1 week ago Talks with Americans helped Canada avoid extra Trump tariffs

Canada was not hit with broad levies, but tariffs of 25 per cent still apply to Canadian steel, aluminum and automobiles

Economics

1 week ago Trump says TikTok deal needs another 75 days to avoid U.S. ban

Trump has heard an array of offers from U.S. businesses seeking to buy a share of the popular social media site, but China’s ByteDance has insisted the platform is not for sale.

Technology

1 week ago Canadian Stocks Dodge Tariffs, Get Double Upgrade at Scotiabank

Canada’s stock markets should outperform after avoiding the worst of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, Scotiabank says.

Economics

1 week ago Samsung, Nike Among Collateral Damage as Trump Targets China+1

Companies globally have been quietly shifting production to avoid the tariffs President Donald Trump slapped on China during Trade War 1.0. Now, the president’s “Liberation Day” levies are skewering that strategy.

Events

1 week ago GOLDSTEIN: Chiang case raises concerns about Carney and China

Liberal MP Paul Chiang’s decision to withdraw from his candidacy in a Toronto-area riding after saying a Conservative opponent could be delivered to the Chinese consulate in Toronto to claim a bounty of one million Hong Kong dollars, has reignited the issue of China’s foreign interference in our democracy.  Particularly so given Liberal leader Mark […]

Transport

1 week ago Digital Domain to Present at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference April 3rd 2025

Company invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com NEW YORK, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Digital Domain (OTCQX: DDHLY; Hong Kong Stock Exchange: 547), focused on visual effects, AI and virtual human business, today announced that Mr. William Wong, CEO, will present at the AI & […]

Culture

1 week ago Perilous Vote Looms for GOP Senators as Trump Launches Trade War

Republican senators will soon be forced to do something they’ve avoided: take a public stand on the trade war President Donald Trump is instigating.

Economics

1 week ago LetPot Releases Smart EC Meter: Redefining the Hydroponic Gardening Experience

Say goodbye to guesswork—LetPot offers an intelligent way to manage your hydroponic nutrients HONG KONG, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Smart gardening brand LetPot has announced the launch of its latest innovation—the Smart EC Meter, a game-changing monitoring device for desktop hydroponic systems. Unlike traditional meters that require constant cleaning after every use, the […]

Culture

1 week ago Trump Allies Avoid Upsets as GOP Retains House Seats in Florida

Two Florida Republicans won congressional races in special elections on Tuesday, avoiding upset losses that could have narrowed the party’s control of the US House, according to the Associated Press.

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1 week ago Trump Allies Avoid Upsets as GOP Retains Florida House Seats

Two Florida Republicans won congressional races in special elections on Tuesday, avoiding upset losses that could have narrowed the party’s control of the US House, according to the Associated Press.

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