74 m. ago Beyond books: The varied, and perhaps unexpected, free offerings at the library

Janelle Powell and her husband went to their local library branch for an electric saw and grabbed a pasta maker while they were at it. The Markham, Ont., couple were contemplating buying the power tool for a one-off home reno project, but didn’t think they would use it again. So to the library they went. […]

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79 m. ago Inflation or jobs: Federal Reserve officials are divided over competing concerns

WASHINGTON (AP) — One major question will be front and center for Federal Reserve policymakers as they prepare for an annual conference in Jackson, Wyoming next week and a crucial policy meeting in September: Which is a bigger problem for the economy right now, stubborn inflation or slower hiring? Weak job gains since April have […]

Economics

82 m. ago Judge appoints receiver to sell off Alex Jones’s Infowars assets to help pay Sandy Hook families

A state judge in Texas has appointed a receiver to take over and sell conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ Infowars assets to help pay the more than $1 billion he owes in legal judgments to the families of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The order by Judge Maya Guerra Gamble in Austin on […]

Economics

88 m. ago Melcor Developments announces second quarter results, declares quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share

EDMONTON, Alberta, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Melcor Developments Ltd. (“Melcor”) (TSX: MRD), an Alberta-based real estate development and asset management company, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. The second quarter Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) and Condensed Interim Financial Statements are available on our website (www.melcor.ca) under Investors, or […]

Economics

95 m. ago Chemtrade Announces Strong Results for Q2 2025, Raises Guidance for 2025 to $475M – $500M; Implementing New NCIB & Redeeming Convertible Debentures

TORONTO — Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund (TSX: CHE.UN) (“Chemtrade” or the “Fund”) today announced results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2025. The financial statements and MD&A will be available on Chemtrade’s website at www.chemtradelogistics.com and on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com. Acquisition of Polytec, Inc. a Provider of Turnkey Water Treatment Solutions Chemtrade also announced […]

Economics

98 m. ago COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Strategic Initiatives Update

COSCIENS Board of Directors approves a plan to voluntarily delist from Nasdaq, while retaining the Company’s listing on the TSX TORONTO, ONTARIO, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCI) (TSX: CSCI) (“COSCIENS” or the “Company”), a life science company focused on natural ingredients and pharmaceutical solutions, today reported its financial and […]

Culture

2 h. ago Tech stocks drive S&P/TSX composite lower, U.S. markets flat amid hot macro data

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index finished lower on Thursday, weighed down by losses in the technology sector, while U.S. markets were mostly flat as markets digested U.S. wholesale inflation data. Michael Greenberg, portfolio manager for Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions, said much of the market movements came from the recently released macroeconomic data out of […]

Economics

2 h. ago Stock Rally Hits a Wall as US Inflation Picks Up: Markets Wrap

The blistering run in stocks hit a wall as a pick-up in inflation lifted bond yields alongside the dollar, with traders paring bets the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next month.

Economics

2 h. ago RYAM Leadership to Highlight Growth Strategy at August Investor Conference and Roadshow

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE: RYAM) (the “Company”), the global leader in High Purity Cellulose, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer De Lyle Bloomquist and Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President Finance Marcus Moeltner will engage with investors at two events later this month — the 16th Annual Midwest […]

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2 h. ago Profound Medical Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

TORONTO, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Profound Medical Corp. (NASDAQ:PROF; TSX:PRN) (“Profound” or the “Company”), a commercial-stage medical device company that develops and markets customizable, AI-powered, incision-free therapies for the ablation of diseased tissue, today reported unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Unless specified otherwise, all amounts in this […]

Culture

3 h. ago Rimini Street Awarded U.S. GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) for Oracle, SAP and VMware Support and Security Services

United States federal, state, local and tribal government can now procure Rimini Street’s ultra-responsive support and advanced security services directly from the U.S. GSA Schedule and immediately achieve up to 90% savings on total software support costs and securely extend the lifespan of software releases LAS VEGAS — Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global […]

Events

3 h. ago Kellogg says it will remove artificial dyes from cereals by the end of 2027

NEW YORK (AP) — WK Kellogg Co. plans to remove artificial dyes from its breakfast cereals in the next two and a half years, according to the company and the attorney general of Texas. The maker of Froot Loops and Apple Jacks gave the timeline as U.S. food producers face increasing pressure from the U.S. […]

Culture

3 h. ago Festival calls for safe return of 100 animal pelts after Fort Gibraltar heist

Someone scaled the fence at Fort Gibraltar after the site closed for the day on Monday and made off with more than 100 animal furs.

Culture

3 h. ago CUPE NL Stands in Solidarity with Air Canada Flight Attendants

ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador — CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador stands in solidarity with flight attendants employed by Air Canada and demands the government respect their right to strike. “It’s absolutely disgraceful that so much necessary and vital work flight attendants do before and after each and every flight is unpaid,” said CUPE Newfoundland and […]

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3 h. ago Blackstone’s purchase of Enverus a wager that data will drive new era in energy, CEO says

US$6 billion-plus deal for Calgary-based energy software firm may be the largest Canadian-linked tech deal in 25 years

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3 h. ago Bank of Canada is open to rate cuts, but lower rates are likely a ways off

Robert McLister: Cuts could be several inflation reports and some crossed fingers away

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3 h. ago Princeton Plans New Budget Cuts as Pressure From Trump Builds

Princeton University is implementing a new round of cost cuts, citing pressure from the Trump administration’s funding reductions in higher education as well as economic concerns.

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3 h. ago Axius Water® Expands Nutrient Removal Capabilities with the Acquisition of S&N Airoflo, Inc.

POCASSET, Mass. — Axius Water (“Axius”), a leading provider of nutrient management solutions for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment facilities, announced today that it has acquired S&N Airoflo, Inc., a leading supplier of surface aeration systems, based in Greenwood, MS. This acquisition enables Axius to further expand its nutrient removal solutions for water and wastewater, […]

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4 h. ago Gold Reserve Provides Update on Adjournment of August 18, 2025 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”) issued an order today in which it adjourned the start of the Sale Hearing from the currently scheduled August 18, 2025, to an as-yet unspecified […]

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4 h. ago Opinion: Alberta's measles vaccination efforts are making a difference

Measles remains one of the most contagious illnesses in the world, spreading through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. In recent months, measles has been spreading in Alberta, across Canada and around the world. While measles can be serious for anyone, it’s especially dangerous during pregnancy. Infection increases the risk of […]

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