60 m. ago In a tough job market for new workers, networking and adaptability can make a difference

NEW YORK (AP) — Growing up as the daughter of immigrants from Jamaica, Stacey Watson didn’t see herself in the characters of the books she read. Now 28, she wants to be a book editor who helps promote a more diverse range of story protagonists so her nieces and other young people feel represented. But […]

Society

65 m. ago 12BET Shortlisted for Sportsbook Operator of the Year at SBC Awards 2025

LONDON — 12BET, a pioneer in the global igaming industry since 2007, has been named a finalist for “Sportsbook Operator of the Year” at the SBC Awards 2025, one of the industry’s most respected annual celebrations. Judged on criteria including growth, market expansion, marketing creativity, innovation, brand strength, and customer experience, this shortlisting reflects 12BET’s […]

Sport

1 hour ago Two Years on Canadian Roads Show VinFast’s Commitment to EV Market

MARKHAM, Ontario — As Canada’s electric vehicle market matures, one global brand has spent the past two years quietly shaping expectations with affordable models, long-range options, and one of the industry’s most generous warranties. Canadians are buying more zero-emission vehicles every year. In 2024, electric vehicles made up 15.4 percent of new registrations1. That’s up […]

Transport

3 h. ago Oil Market Braced For Glut as Asian Refiners Look Further Afield For Crude

Asian oil refiners have been hunting for crude from further afield than their usual suppliers in the Middle East, but this more diversified strategy isn’t stirring a market that’s bracing for a glut.

Other

4 h. ago China, Pakistan Hold Strategic Talks, Call Friendship ‘Significant’

China and Pakistan agreed “friendship is significant” for maintaining regional peace and stability and it is indispensable for the progress of the two Asian countries.

Other

10 h. ago Oil Holds Gain After Biggest Drop in US Stockpiles in Two Months

Oil held a gain after US crude stockpiles shrunk the most since mid-June, keeping inventories well below the seasonal average.

Economics

14 h. ago Canadian North Resources Inc. Reports Operational and Financial Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2025

Highlights: Expanded bio-metallurgical programs from initial bio-leaching tests indicating metal extraction of 97.86-98.5% nickel and 96.9-97.7% cobalt, with the goal of achieving similarly high recoveries of copper and PGE metals from the Ferguson Lake Ni-Cu-Co PGE Project located in southeast Nunavut, Canada. Continued evaluation of multiple metal processing technologies to produce market-ready battery-grade nickel and […]

Culture

16 h. ago NowVertical Group Announces Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Release Date and Financial Update Webinar

TORONTO, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NowVertical Group Inc. (TSXV: NOW) (“NowVertical” or the “Company”), a leading data and AI solutions provider, will announce its 2025 second quarter results after the market close on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. This will be followed by a webinar on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT […]

Culture

21 h. ago Here's how much the average home in Toronto is expected to cost by 2032

Toronto's housing market has been struggling lately, with the golden era — when local real estate was a surefire profitable investment — seemingly far behind us.While sales have fallen flat for many months and prices are hurtling downwards, the latest predictions for the industry still foresee the average home in the city getting more expensive in the coming years, albeit not to the degree that many may have assumed (or, for existing homeowners, hoped).A report on the topic that is making headlines this week comes from Concordia University's John Molson School of Business, researchers from which controversially employed AI to anticipate real estate trends across Canada and, based on those figures, suggest relevant public policy reforms.The analysis starts off by citing a "period of crisis" that it says has dominated the market not just in Toronto, but across Canada, fueled by &qu...

Economics

23 h. ago Aspect Appoints Elizabeth Del Ferro as Chief Growth Officer to Accelerate Growth and Go

Enterprise SaaS leader to oversee global sales and go-to-market operations as Aspect drives expansion in workforce optimization and intelligence BOULDER, Colo. — Aspect, a leader in workforce optimization and intelligence, announces the appointment of Elizabeth Del Ferro as Chief Growth Officer (CGO). In this role, Del Ferro will lead Aspect’s global sales, GTM operations, and […]

Events

23 h. ago Macquarie Hires Equinor’s Ravelli as Global Head of LNG Trading

Macquarie Group Ltd. has hired Samuele Ravelli to lead its global LNG trading business as the market for the super-chilled fuel booms.

Other

24 h. ago Andersen Consulting Adds Advisory and Market Intelligence Firm Ventures

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Consulting announces a Collaboration Agreement with Ventures, a leading advisory and business intelligence firm based in the Middle East, enhancing its capabilities in market analysis, economic advisory, and industry forecasting across key sectors. Founded in 2002, Ventures delivers comprehensive services across advisory, consumer research, and business intelligence through its divisions—Ventures Onsite, […]

Economics

24 h. ago Energy Vault, Turkey’s Astor Enerji Launch Global Strategic Partnership with BESS Deployments Totalling 2 GWh and 1 GW Transformer Procurement from Astor Enerji

The partnership brings together advanced expertise in energy storage, transformers, high-voltage equipment, and energy management software — maximizing project returns (IRR) while reducing time-to-market for critical infrastructure such as AI Data Centers Energy Vault will deliver to Astor Enerji 2 GWh of B-VAULT™ systems for its grid-connected PV projects, combining advanced energy storage technology with […]

Culture

24 h. ago On the map: “There’s almost nothing like this near Yonge and Lawrence” 

Investors are fleeing the Toronto condo market in droves, but the developers of The Aston Residences don’t mind.   Set to rise over the corner of Yonge Street and Woburn Avenue in North Toronto’s Lawrence Park neighbourhood, the 14-storey building is geared towards affluent local residents looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort or convenience, while remaining […]

Other

25 h. ago Curewell Capital Closes Oversubscribed Inaugural Fund at $535 Million

LOS ANGELES — Curewell Capital (“Curewell”), a private equity firm focused on building industry-leading middle-market healthcare companies, announced the closing of Curewell Capital I, LP (together with its related vehicles, the “Fund”) at its hard cap of $535 million. The inaugural Fund was raised in a single closing and completed less than five months after […]

Economics

27 h. ago India’s Nayara Turns to Dark Fleet and Russian Oil for Survival

One month after being hit by European Union sanctions, India’s Nayara Energy Ltd. is relying on a growing pool of dark-fleet tankers to transport its products, and a narrowing menu of crude imports to keep its operations running.

Other

27 h. ago Sharp rise in airfare and food costs pushed UK inflation higher in July, denting rate cut hopes

LONDON (AP) — Higher food and airfare prices pushed U.K. inflation above expectations in July, official figures showed Wednesday, which has tempered market expectations that the Bank of England will cut interest rates again this year. The Office for National Statistics said consumer price inflation was 3.8% in the year to July, up from 3.6% […]

Economics

29 h. ago Group files greenwashing complaint with securities watchdog against Enbridge, Cenovus

CALGARY — A shareholder advocacy group has filed a greenwashing complaint with Alberta’s securities watchdog alleging Cenovus Inc., one of Canada’s biggest oilsands producers, and Enbridge Inc., the country’s biggest crude pipeline operator, have misled investors in their environmental disclosures. Investors for Paris Compliance, which seeks to hold publicly traded companies accountable for their climate […]

Events

31 h. ago Oil Steady as Industry Report Points to Shrinking US Stockpiles

Oil steadied after a report signaled a decline in US stockpiles, while investors weighed the outlook for Ukraine-Russia truce talks.

Economics

33 h. ago The house that another Toronto home once collapsed onto has just hit the market for $900k

If you've been following Toronto housing drama for a while, you might remember that a couple of years ago, a house on Craven Road literally toppled over.The owners had decided to dig out the basement and add a second storey at the same time — because why not? — and, naturally, the whole thing gave way, collapsing right onto the neighbouring house at 1071 Craven Rd.Fast forward to now, and that same 1071 Craven Rd. has recovered from its not-so-little trauma. The home next door is still under construction, but this time, it seems to be holding its ground.The front entrance and dining room. Meanwhile, the owner of 1071 Craven Rd. appears to be ready to close the chapter on living in the shadow of construction chaos and has officially listed their two-bedroom bungalow for sale.The primary bedroom. And honestly? It's pretty cute. The family room. The home has been updated throughout and now stands fully detached from its formerly at...

Economics