62 m. ago Norfolk County OPP reporting more thefts including an urn from cemeteries

Norfolk County OPP is reporting more thefts at local cemeteries.  Const. Andrew Gamble, Norfolk OPP’s community engagement officer, on Tuesday said items containing brass and bronze, including name plates and screws, have been stolen from cemeteries over the past week.  In one case, an urn was stolen, Gamble said.  “These acts are deeply concerning and cause […]

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88 m. ago Explosion on cargo ship closes Baltimore shipping channel near site of 2024 bridge collapse

BALTIMORE — Investigators on Tuesday were trying to determine what caused an explosion aboard a cargo ship laden with coal as it departed Baltimore’s harbour for East Africa. Officials said no one was injured in the blast Monday evening, which prompted a mayday call when it was reported near the site of last year’s Francis […]

Events

1 hour ago RealTruck Scores Overwhelming Win in First Phase of Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Rough Country

Reinforces RealTruck’s deep commitment to vigorously protect its 1,000+ patent portfolio against infringement ANN ARBOR, Mich. — RealTruck, a global aftermarket product and accessory brand and a digital destination for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts, achieved a significant victory in its lawsuit against Rough Country, LLC, when the U.S. District Court for the Western […]

Transport

3 h. ago Andersen Consulting Expands Platform with Addition of Australia’s Liberty IT Consulting Group

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting further strengthens its digital transformation capabilities with Liberty IT, a leading provider of enterprise-grade digital transformation in financial services. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Australia, Liberty IT specializes in technology consulting for top-tier financial services organizations such as banks, wealth management entities and the stock exchange. The firm specializes […]

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3 h. ago MetricStream Recognized as a Leader in Green Quadrant: GRC Software 2025 Report

SAN JOSE, Calif. — MetricStream, the global leader in AI-first governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) solutions, today announced it has been recognized as a Leader in the Green Quadrant: GRC Software 2025 report by independent research firm Verdantix. According to the report, MetricStream delivers comprehensive GRC solutions with AI-enhanced risk visibility and compliance automation. MetricStream […]

Politics

4 h. ago CGTN: Xizang’s development is a story of transformation and renewal

BEIJING, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The story of today’s Xizang Autonomous Region can’t be told in isolation. The profound transformation, resilience and renewal that people see today are a stark departure from the dark legacy of serfdom. It is a testament to the power of development guided by people-centered governance. Once, at a […]

Sport

4 h. ago Cannabix Technologies delivers Marijuana Breath Test Hardware to Omega Laboratories Inc.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cannabix Technologies Inc. (CSE: BLO) (OTC PINK: BLOZF) (Frankfurt: 8CT) (the “Company or Cannabix”) reports that it has delivered multiple Cannabix Marijuana Breath Test (“MBT”) units to Omega Laboratories Inc. of Ohio, USA (“Omega Laboratories” or “Omega”) to initiate phased commercialization efforts. The MBT hardware includes […]

Technology

4 h. ago Canada Construction Industry Report 2025 | Output to Expand by 2.6% This Year, Returning to Growth After Two Years of Contraction – Forecast to 2029 – ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN — The “Canada Construction Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts by Sector – Commercial, Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Institutional and Residential Market Analysis to 2029 (Q2 2025)” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Construction industry in Canada to expand by 2.6% in real terms in 2025, returning to growth after two years of […]

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5 h. ago Gold Reserve Provides Update on Court Hearing Regarding Adjournment of Sale Hearing

PEMBROKE, Bermuda — Gold Reserve Ltd. (TSX.V: GRZ) (BSX: GRZ.BH) (OTCQX: GDRZF) (“Gold Reserve” or the “Company”) announces that the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”) held a hearing on August 18, 2025 to determine next steps in the Sale Process and decided inter alia the following: (1) the Sale Hearing […]

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5 h. ago Brixton Metals Drills 28.35m of 1.63 g/t of Gold, 76.79 g/t Silver, 0.61% Copper and 1002 g/t Antimony at the Northside Vein, Camp Creek Area

Including 8.77m of 2.52 g/t Gold, 120.87 g/t Silver, 1.22% Copper and 1481 g/t Antimony VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brixton Metals Corporation (TSX-V: BBB, OTCQB: BBBXF) (the “Company” or “Brixton”) is pleased to announce further drill results from its near surface program at Camp Creek area. These 2 holes are […]

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6 h. ago DMZ’s Black Innovation Summit returns for year five with over $300,000 in grants and investments to back Canada’s most promising Black tech founders

Highlighting why Black Means Business, the Summit will showcase how investing in Black founders drives innovation, outperformance and Canada’s economic growth. Toronto, ON, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DMZ, a global startup ecosystem, announced its fifth annual Black Innovation Summit (BIS) taking place on October 30, 2025 in Toronto. This year’s Summit will convene […]

Economics

6 h. ago RUX Acquires Open Door Technology and ERP Connect Consulting to Power Industry Built ERP Solutions for the Industrial Equipment and Commercial Field Services Industries

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — RUX Software, the newly launched ERP innovator serving industrial equipment and commercial field services businesses, has announced the acquisition of Open Door Technology and ERP Connect Consulting – two highly respected leaders in the Microsoft Dynamics community with deep expertise, loyal clients, and proven technology. The deals mark a major step […]

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6 h. ago Liberty Gold Reports Strong Phase 5A Column Leach Metallurgical Results at Black Pine, Confirming Consistent Oxide Gold Recoveries Across Newly Tested Zones

80.6% weighted average gold extraction from 24 column leach tests VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Liberty Gold Corp. (TSX: LGD; OTCQX: LGDTF) (“Liberty Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to report results from its Phase 5A metallurgical program at the Company’s Black Pine Oxide Gold Project (“Black Pine”) in southeast Idaho. […]

Economics

7 h. ago Trafigura Hires Traders for Deeper Push Into Gold and Silver

Trafigura Group has hired a team of precious metals traders as it looks to venture deeper into highly profitable gold and silver markets.

Economics

13 h. ago Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump’s tariffs and immigration crackdown

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Tourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad, and some officials are blaming the Trump administration’s tariffs and immigration policies for the decline. The city known for lavish shows, endless buffets and around-the-clock gambling welcomed just […]

Economics

15 h. ago Violent incidents prompt Penticton council to look at improved safety measures

Of the 110 victims identified in the report over the last two years, 33 per cent were in their 20s and 15 per cent were under the age of 19.

Events

16 h. ago Red Sox sign Gold Glover Lowe after first baseman was cut by Nationals

BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox signed first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a one-year contract Monday, two days after he was released by the Washington Nationals. To make room on the roster, the Red Sox placed outfielder Rob Refsnyder on the 10-day injured list with a strained muscle on his left side. Lowe, 30, is […]

Society

19 h. ago Passenger frustration mounts at Pearson as Air Canada strike drags on

Tempers flared and patience was tested Monday as Air Canada passengers inside Toronto’s Pearson International Airport remained helplessly grounded while flight attendants continued to defy a federal back-to-work order. “I’m sitting here at my own expense — this is my fourth night (stuck),” said Veronica McGinn, from Fredericton, N.B. “I’m a little upset. I’ve been […]

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19 h. ago AGAR: The lunacy of being penalized for defending rights of women

Nobody expects the Canadian Inquisition. A British Columbia nurse has been suspended and fined nearly $94,000 for what a disciplinary panel said were “discriminatory and derogatory statements” about transgender people. Postmedia reported, citing a Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms release, that Amy Hamm, who is also a columnist for the National Post, was penalized for […]

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19 h. ago ISC Signs Agreement With Government of Ontario to Deliver New Digital Records System for Property Information

ISC to develop and operate a new digital records system for environmental property information. New digital portal will enable 24/7 self-service access to environmental property records, creating a faster, more efficient service. Following an initial build phase expected to last two years, the contract includes a seven-year operating term, with extension options available at the […]

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