4 h. ago Video game performers vote on contract that could end nearly 3

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Results from a union member vote on a tentative contract between video game performers and their employers are expected Wednesday evening. If ratified, the contract would formally end a nearly three-year effort from Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists negotiators to obtain a new contract for video game […]

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5 h. ago Oil Steadies as Industry Report Points to Gain in US Stockpiles

Oil steadied as traders weighed signs of swelling US crude stockpiles and the fallout from President Donald Trump’s tariff regime.

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6 h. ago 'Woah!': Edmonton acquires top Tampa prospect, moving out their own top prospect in return

This in from the Edmonton Oilers, new they’ve made a huge trade, sending the organization’s top major junior prospect Sam O’Reilly in exchange for the U.S. college hockey player of the year Isaac Howard, an attacking forward who had refused to sign in Tampa. There were reports that said the Oilers felt they had a […]

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6 h. ago 'This trade ROCKS': Oil Country lights up as Edmonton acquires top Tampa Bay prospect

This in from the Edmonton Oilers, new they’ve made a huge trade, sending the organization’s top major junior prospect Sam O’Reilly in exchange for the U.S. college hockey player of the year Isaac Howard, an attacking forward who had refused to sign in Tampa. There were reports that said the Oilers felt they had a […]

Economics

8 h. ago Photon Marine and Silverback Marine Launch Significantly Funded Electric Workboats Through CARB CORE Voucher Program

California customers can now receive up to $300,000 per vessel plus $100,000 in charging infrastructure support starting in August PORTLAND, Ore., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Photon Marine, a developer of high-performance electric outboard propulsion systems, and Silverback Marine, a premier builder of commercial aluminum vessels, announced today that eight electric workboat configurations have […]

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11 h. ago Artivo Surfaces, Backed by Transom Capital, Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Walker Zanger and Anthology Brands from Mosaic Companies

LIVONIA, Mich., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Artivo Surfaces (“Artivo”), the parent company of Virginia Tile and Galleher Duffy, backed by Transom Capital (“Transom”), today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Walker Zanger and Anthology brands from Mosaic Companies. This strategic acquisition reinforces Artivo’s mission to expand its […]

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12 h. ago Un imposteur se fait passer pour le secrétaire d’État américain à l’aide de l’IA

L’individu a créé un compte Signal au nom de Marco Rubio et a contacté des ministres étrangers.

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13 h. ago Calgary businessman admits laundering $800,000 on behalf of drug trafficking organization

Calgary businessman Talal Fouani admitted Tuesday to laundering about $800,000 in cash in connection with a massive drug trafficking organization, more than two years after he pleaded guilty to the charge. Crown prosecutor Shelley Tkatch read in a lengthy statement of agreed facts signed by Fouani, whose case has slowly wound through Calgary Court of […]

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13 h. ago Un imposteur se fait passer pour le secrétaire d’État américain et envoie des messages générés par IA

L’individu a créé un compte signal au nom de Marc Rubio et a contacté des ministres étrangers.

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14 h. ago Trump says he will hit copper imports with 50 per cent tariffs

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump says he will impose a 50 per cent tariff on copper imports — but isn’t saying yet when it will take effect. Trump told reporters at a cabinet meeting that “today we’re doing copper” but the president was not scheduled to sign any executive orders today to implement the […]

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16 h. ago Paolo Banchero signs the richest contract in Orlando Magic history

Paolo Banchero has checked a lot of boxes since joining the Orlando Magic. Won rookie of the year, been an All-Star, helped the team to the playoffs twice. And now, the Magic are betting on there being more — much more. Banchero has signed the richest contract in Magic history, the team announced Monday night. […]

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17 h. ago Toronto Raptors legend Kyle Lowry is about to make NBA history

Long before Kyle Lowry became a legend in the eyes of Toronto Raptors fans, he was a young point guard struggling to find his way in the NBA.On the bench for nearly two-thirds of the games in his first six seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies and Houston Rockets, Lowry didn't exactly appear like he was set on a trajectory for stardom.But fast forward 19 years since he was selected by the Rockets in the first round of the 2006 NBA Draft, and Lowry is in rarefied air when it comes to his peers.On Monday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Lowry is returning to the Philadelphia 76ers for his 20th NBA season, signing with the team on a one-year deal.Free agent guard Kyle Lowry has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Philadelphia 76ers, Mark Bartelstein of @PrioritySports tells ESPN. The 2019 champion is back for his 20th NBA season – and a third consecutive year with his hometown 76ers. pic.twitter.com/6Wnw3S9TT3— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 7, 2025As ...

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17 h. ago EU Pledges State Aid, Trade Tools to Boost Chemicals Industry

The European Union pledged to use its trade defense powers and state aid measures to shield the continent’s chemicals makers from high energy costs and intensifying US and Chinese competition — a sign of the strain that one of the bloc’s most important industries is under.

Economics

18 h. ago Signs that stocks are overheating a warning for budding small

History shows that when enthusiasm tips over into euphoria, it’s a bad omen for these riskier stocks

Economics

19 h. ago BP and Shell Sign Libya Deals as Majors Step Up Their Return

British energy giants BP Plc and Shell Plc signed agreements with Libya’s National Oil Corp to study new opportunities, joining international majors accelerating their return to the oil-rich African nation.

Politics

19 h. ago Gordian Partners With Canoe Procurement Group, Providing Facilities and Construction Services to Members and Contractors

Gordian is awarded Contract: CAN-2023-25-GOR to provide data-driven construction procurement and strategic facilities management services for Canoe Procurement Group members and contractors across Canada. Vaughan, Ontario, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gordian, provider of data-driven solutions for all phases of the building lifecycle, has been awarded a program administration and support agreement (Contract: CAN-2023-25-GOR) […]

Culture

20 h. ago Katy Perry et Orlando Bloom réunis en Italie, sur le yacht à 500 millions de dollars de Jeff Bezos, quelques jours après l’annonce de leur rupture

Katy Perry et Orlando Bloom se sont retrouvés en Italie, sur le yacht de Jeff Bezos, quelques jours après l’annonce officielle de leur rupture.

Economics

20 h. ago Toronto Blue Jays star Bo Bichette is engaged and here's what we know

Bo Bichette has locked in a lifelong contract — it's just not with the Toronto Blue Jays.The Toronto Star's Rosie DiManno revealed in an article on Monday that Bichette got engaged to his girlfriend, Alexis, in May, with a wedding planned for next January.While Bichette, 27, is known for his flashy on-field play, it doesn't always seem to translate to his off-field personality, as he's generally quite soft-spoken in interviews.There's little that's known about the couple otherwise, as Bichette is not currently active on social media.But perhaps the engagement might explain one Bichette decision over the past year, as he opted to chop his signature long hair last December for the first time since becoming an MLB player. While we can't confirm his motivations, Bichette might've just been doing a soft launch of his new style for those eventual wedding photos next year.How has Bichette been doing for the Blue Jays?Bichette leads the Blue Jays with 1...

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20 h. ago Dynacor Signs Share Purchase Agreement to Acquire Processing Plant and Assets in Ecuador

ACQUISITION TO MATERIALLY INCREASE NAMEPLATE PROCESSING CAPACITY POTENTIAL TO UNLOCK ADDITIONAL VALUE THROUGH OPTIMISATION AND EXPANSION OF PURCHASING NETWORK MONTREAL, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dynacor Group Inc. (TSX: DNG) (“Dynacor” or the “Corporation”), is pleased to announce it has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire Arkham Metals SAS (Ecuador) from Pelorus Minerals […]

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26 h. ago UAE Approves BioAro’s Longevity+ Supplement, Signaling Major Market Potential in Global Preventive Health

With a patent-pending formula and international expansion underway, BioAro positions itself as a front-runner in the multi-billion-dollar longevity and wellness sector CALGARY, Alberta, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a significant move that bridges biotechnology, preventive health, and global wellness trends, Canadian biotech company BioAro has announced the launch of its first nutraceutical product under its […]

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