85 m. ago The POS for Carriers Ready to Push Boundaries: Introducing iQ Storefront

ORLANDO, Fla. — iQmetrix, the only provider of Interconnected Commerce software built specifically for telecom retail, announced the successful live deployment of iQ Storefront with America Wireless LLC, a Total Wireless authorized retailer operating 10 locations in Florida. The platform has been in production since December 5, 2025, processing real transactions across prepaid journeys. “Our […]

Transport

2 h. ago ‘Bite me’: Alberta baker challenges Premier Smith’s office over boycott tied to recall

Shoppers at a bakery in Medicine Hat may be met by canvassers seeking enough signatures to launch a vote to get Danielle Smith recalled as their local legislature representative.

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4 h. ago Hundreds of CBSA employees linked to misconduct cases in bombshell report

From driving a CBSA vehicle while intoxicated to associating with a drug trafficker, a new CBSA report details some serious employee misconduct.On Thursday, Dec. 18, CBSA published its first annual report on Addressing Misconduct and Wrongdoing, which is "meant to increase transparency" and reveal how the agency handles reports of misconduct or wrongdoing.Other shocking cases include sexual harassment and, in one case, associating with a known drug trafficker. Results published in the report are based on investigations carried out by external bodies from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. It found that 259 CBSA employees were involved in misconduct and wrongdoing, resulting in terminations and suspensions."The CBSA can only carry out its mandate if it holds the confidence of those we serve, and we can only gain that confidence if we support and trust one another," states CBSA President Erin O'Gorman. "We all play a vital role in maintaining an e...

Events

4 h. ago Toronto residents share holiday wish list of things they want changed in city

The holidays are fast approaching, and while most are wrapping up their seasonal shopping rush, there are a few things outstanding on Toronto's wish list.blogTO hit the streets amid the holiday shopping frenzy to ask locals their holiday wishes for what they would most like to see change about life in Toronto.Among the many responses, locals mentioned some of the year's biggest conversation topics, including a desire for cheaper rent, more parks and green spaces, and less construction.It goes without saying that at least one person mentioned their desire to see the Toronto Maple Leafs' ongoing Stanley Cup drought finally end, but that's looking like an increasingly unrealistic wish for this season.A few people mentioned preserving and adding bike lanes on their Toronto holiday wish list, a polarizing topic that remained relevant through the year following a move by the province to ban new cycling infrastructure in late 2024.For some reason, someone even mentioned Lab...

Society

4 h. ago Canadiens goalie Samuel Montembeault's struggles continue in first start for Rocket

Allows four goals on 24 shots in Laval's 5-2 road loss to Cleveland Monsters on Thursday in first start of his conditioning assignment.

Events

5 h. ago Lionel Messi Visits India’s Vantara with Anant Ambani, Exploring Wildlife Conservation and Cultural Traditions

JAMNAGAR, India, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global football icon Lionel Messi made a special visit to Vantara, a wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation centre founded by Anant Ambani. At the centre, initiatives traditionally begin with seeking blessings in accordance with Sanatana Dharma, which emphasises reverence for nature and respect for all living beings. […]

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5 h. ago ‘Beyond comprehension’: Maria Shriver derides Trump Kennedy Center renaming

Maria Shriver, JFK's niece, responded to the announcement with a message reiterating her late uncle's love and dedication to the arts, and strongly disapproving of the change.

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5 h. ago Toronto getting North America's first direct flight to country known for beaches

A Montreal-based carrier is gearing up to make history once again with the launch of North America's first direct flight service to a country known for its sunny weather and stunning coastline. On Thursday, Air Transat announced the launch of a new non-stop service between Toronto and Albania's capital, Tirana, which is regarded as one of Europe's sunniest cities, with over 2,500 hours of sun every year. While Tirana is located in the centre of the country and surrounded by mountains, Albania as a whole is known for its picturesque beaches and pristine resorts that offer views of the Ionian Sea. There are currently no direct flight options to Tirana from Toronto, and travelling between the two countries often means having a layover in European cities like Rome, Warsaw, London, or Frankfurt via airlines such as British Airways, Lufthansa, and Air Canada. The new route is part of the airline's summer 2026 program and will operate once weekly st...

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6 h. ago Retail sales data for October shows holiday shopping season got off to a muted start

OTTAWA — Retail sales fell 0.2 per cent to $69.4 billion in October as sales at beer, wine and liquor stores dropped, Statistics Canada said Friday. However, the agency’s advance estimate for November pointed to a rebound of 1.2 per cent, though it cautioned the figure would be revised. TD Bank economist Maria Solovieva said […]

Society

8 h. ago Neurable Raises $35 Million Series A to Accelerate Deployment of Everyday Brain

Funding fuels expansion of Neurable AI as cognitive health becomes the next major category in consumer tech BOSTON — Neurable, the leader in noninvasive brain-computer interface (BCI) technology designed for everyday life, today announced it has closed a $35 million Series A round to accelerate the commercialization of Neurable AI, the company’s patented compact brain-signal […]

Economics

8 h. ago Profound Medical Corp. Announces Pricing of up to $40 Million Financing Comprised of a $36 Million Registered Direct Offering and a Subsequent $4 Million Private Placement

Financing included participation by healthcare-dedicated investors alongside existing shareholders TORONTO, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Profound Medical Corp. (Nasdaq:PROF; TSX:PRN) (“Profound” or the “Company”) today announced the sale of 5,142,857 common shares at a purchase price of $7.00 per share in a registered direct offering and a planned subsequent private placement in Canada of […]

Economics

9 h. ago The $76B Robot War: 5 Stocks Powering the Pentagon’s Autonomous Shift

Issued on behalf of VisionWave Holdings, Inc. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — USA News Group News Commentary – The Department of Defense is accelerating unmanned platform deployment across air, sea, land, space, and subsurface domains as Congress approved $8 billion in defense spending with $1.5 billion for artificial intelligence and autonomous […]

Economics

9 h. ago UK Stats Agency Studies Mandatory Surveys as Possible Data Fix

Britain’s Office for National Statistics is preparing for a potential change in the law that would force households to respond to key economic surveys, as it tries to rebuild its credibility after a collapse in data quality.

Events

10 h. ago 'There is just so much more need': The call to help feed the hungry

With food prices rising, getting sustenance to those in need has grown more challenging for all dedicated to the task

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10 h. ago Alberta to launch trial in 2026 increasing some rural highway speeds to 120 km/h

The Alberta government says it will go ahead next year with a trial to up the speed limit on some rural divided highways to 120 kilometres per hour.

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10 h. ago Avec le Rocket de Laval: Samuel Montembeault reçoit des compliments de son entraîneur malgré la défaite

Le gardien québécois n'a pas été en mesure de l'emporter à son premier départ avec le club-école du Canadien.

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15 h. ago Pulsar Helium Closes Major Minnesota Land Position to the West of Topaz Project

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Politics

18 h. ago Australia to launch gun buyback program after Bondi Beach terror attack

The move follows what authorities said was an Islamic State-inspired attack by a father and son that left 15 people dead

Events

21 h. ago Alkane Doubles the Tested Depth Extent of the Storheden Deposit at Björkdal

PERTH, Western Australia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alkane Resources Limited (ASX: ALK; TSX: ALK; OTCQX: ALKEF) (‘Alkane’ or ‘the Company’) is pleased to announce the latest exploration results for depth drilling at the Storheden Deposit at its Björkdal Operation in northern Sweden. Program Summary The Storheden deposit is situated approximately 600m to the […]

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21 h. ago LEEF Brands Comments on Federal Cannabis Rescheduling and Potential to Participate in Nationwide CBD Program

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LEEF Brands, Inc. (CSE: LEEF, OTCQB: LEEEF) (“LEEF” or the “Company”), a leading multi-state operator, today commented on the issuance of an executive order by President Donald Trump directing agencies to begin the rescheduling of cannabis under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act. The executive order initiates […]

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