53 m. ago Smaller deals dominate Canadian private equity in first quarter, report finds

The number of smaller underscored the importance of private equity investment for small and medium sized businesses

Culture

2 h. ago UOttawa's free tuition for Algonquin students a big step towards reconciliation: advocates

The tuition fee waiver will start in Fall 2025, the university said. Advocates said it's a big step forward for reconciliation.

Other

4 h. ago Cannabix Enters Sales Distribution Agreement with Australian Distributor for BreathLogix Autonomous Alcohol Breathalyzer

Cannabix has developed an autonomous alcohol breathalyzer screening device for employers and a range of industries and safety settings VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cannabix Technologies Inc. (CSE: BLO) (OTC PINK: BLOZF) (Frankfurt: 8CT) (the “Company or Cannabix”) developer of marijuana and alcohol breath devices is pleased to report that it […]

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5 h. ago Sony racks up record profit on robust performance for music, movies and games

TOKYO — Japanese technology and entertainment company Sony logged an 18% rise in profit for the fiscal year through March on healthy results at its music and video-game operations. Its chief executive, Hiroki Totoki, outlined the company’s strategy for growth Wednesday, stressing that collaboration among Sony Corp.’s various segments, like animation and music, were crucial […]

Sport

6 h. ago Microsoft Is cutting thousands of employees across the company, including at LinkedIn

Tech giant has been under pressure in recent years to keep a lid on costs

Economics

14 h. ago Noted Vaccine Researcher and Leader Kate O’Brien Awarded Sabin’s Gold Medal; Physician Livancliff Mbianke of Cameroon Receives Rising Star Award

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Sabin Vaccine Institute today awarded the Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal to pediatrician Katherine O’Brien, MD, MPH, for her research on the pneumococcal vaccine and leadership in global vaccine research and access, and its Rising Star Award to dedicated physician and public health specialist Livancliff Mbianke, MD, […]

Politics

19 h. ago Harvard Expands Lawsuit Against US as Trump Funding Feud Deepens

Harvard University expanded its lawsuit Tuesday against the Trump administration for freezing billions of dollars in federal funds, ratcheting up the high-stakes legal battle between the wealthiest US university and the White House.

Other

19 h. ago Beyond 20/20: Why an Alberta optometrist urges regular eye exams for overall health

Many serious eye conditions can develop with no symptoms until it's too late, said Dr. Cristy Franco

Science

20 h. ago U.S. high school teacher quits job due to disruptive technology

An American high school teacher said she is fed up with students scrolling social media and using artificial intelligence to complete assignments. The Grade 10 English teacher announced in a nearly 10-minute TikTok rant last week that she is quitting her job after two years. “I’m actually leaving the profession,” Hannah Maria said in the […]

Society

20 h. ago Ostrich cull ordered on B.C. farm over avian flu concerns, owners ‘heartbroken’

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has ordered the entire herd at Universal Ostrich Farm be culled following an avian flu outbreak in December.

Culture

20 h. ago Svante and SAMSUNG E&A Sign Joint Development Agreement to Offer Digitally Enabled Skid

Svante and SAMSUNG E&A have signed a joint development agreement to offer standardized skid-mounted modular carbon capture plants based on Svante’s novel VeloxoTherm™ solid sorbent-based carbon capture filter technology, leveraging SAMSUNG E&A’s advanced digital solutions and modularization capabilities. Standardized modular packages will be branded and marketed globally by Svante and SAMSUNG E&A to deliver commercial […]

Society

21 h. ago Things to watch for as Ottawa Redblacks form CFL roster that should contend for Grey Cup

The Ottawa Redblacks' main training camp began Sunday at Queen's University in Kingston, with the roster moulding continuing through two pre-season games.

Other

21 h. ago L’administration Trump coupe 450 millions de dollars de plus à Harvard

Trump accuse des universités américaines d’avoir laissé prospérer les mouvements étudiants contre les raids à Gaza.

Politics

24 h. ago Samsung debuts pricey S25 Edge, kicking off wave of thin phones

Samsung Electronics Co. on Monday rolled out a slimmed-down Galaxy S25 Edge smartphone, kicking off a wave of drastically thinner handsets expected t launch this year. The company’s latest device, which goes on sale in the US on May 30 for $1,099, is 5.8 millimeters thick and weighs 163 grams, making it about 30% thinner […]

Economics

25 h. ago La fin de l’univers arrivera plus vite que prévu, avance une étude

Pas de panique, il reste encore 10 puissance 78 ans avant que cela ne se produise.

Other

25 h. ago Cloudticity Crowned with Distinction in the 2025 TITAN Business Awards

Digital enablement partner awarded healthcare technology solution Gold award SEATTLE — The 2025 TITAN Business Awards has officially concluded its first season, unveiling a new class of distinguished winners. With over 5,000 entries submitted from across 60 countries—including the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Philippines, Canada, China, Germany, India, Singapore, Turkey, and more—this season proved […]

Economics

26 h. ago Harvard loses another $450M in grants in escalating battle with Trump administration

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s administration is cutting another $450 million in grants to Harvard University a day after the Ivy League school pushed back against government allegations that it’s a hotbed of liberalism and antisemitism. In a letter to Harvard on Tuesday, a federal antisemitism task force said Harvard will lose grants from eight […]

Politics

26 h. ago University of Waterloo researchers develop AI technology for Baltimore Orioles

PitcherNet, which began in 2022, uses broadcast camera feeds and combines them with low-resolution footage shot on a smartphone. The partnership is part of a three-year contract.

Society

27 h. ago Nomic Bio Debuts $50 Proteome with Absolute Quantification Through Launch of Omni 1000

For the first time, researchers can access a quantitative proteome-wide solution that profiles 1000 of the most informative proteins at high-throughput. MONTREAL — Nomic Bio (“Nomic”), the Protein Profiling Company, today announced the launch of Omni 1000—a transformative high-plex solution now available through Nomic’s end-to-end service platform. Omni 1000 brings together 1,000 rigorously chosen […]

Economics

27 h. ago Mogo Portfolio Company WonderFi Announces Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by Robinhood Markets

Mogo is WonderFi’s largest shareholder holding ~82 million shares Mogo signs voting support agreement in favour of the transaction VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Mogo Inc. (NASDAQ:MOGO) (TSX:MOGO) (“Mogo” or the “Company”), a digital wealth and payments business, today announced that its portfolio company, WonderFi Technologies Inc. (TSX:WNDR) (“WonderFi”), has entered into a definitive agreement (the […]

Economics