51 m. ago Woman suspected in Colorado Tesla dealership vandalism charged in federal court

DENVER — Federal prosecutors have charged a woman in a string of vandalism against a Colorado Tesla dealership, including throwing Molotov cocktails at vehicles and spray painting “Nazi cars” on the building along with a message that appeared directed at company co-founder Elon Musk. Lucy Grace Nelson was scheduled to appear in court Thursday afternoon […]

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60 m. ago TILT Sets Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Conference Call for March 19 at 5:00 p.m. ET

PHOENIX, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TILT Holdings Inc. (“TILT” or the “Company”) (Cboe CA: TILT) (OTCQB: TLLTF), a global provider of cannabis business solutions that include inhalation technologies, cultivation, manufacturing, processing, brand development and retail, today announced that the Company will host a conference call on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. […]

Culture

80 m. ago Knowing ‘Made in Canada’ vs. ‘Product of Canada’ changes spending: survey

As Canadians continue to shop for more Canada-made products, a new survey shows when told the difference between 'Made in Canada' and 'Product of Canada,' shopping habits shift.

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97 m. ago Trump says he’s confident Putin will ’keep his word’ if there’s a deal to end the war in Ukraine

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are “very well advanced” and he expressed confidence that Russian leader Vladimir Putin won’t press to restart the war if a truce can be reached. Trump made the comments at the start of a White House meeting with British Prime […]

Politics

97 m. ago U.K.’s Keir Starmer says ending Russia’s war in Ukraine ’can’t be peace that rewards the aggressor’

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are “very well advanced” but cautioned that there is only a narrow window to get a deal done to end the grinding war.  Trump made the comments as he hosted Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House for talks […]

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1 hour ago Confidence among B.C. small businesses lowest in Canada, survey finds

A new survey from the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses found small business confidence falling in British Columbia more than anywhere else in Canada.

Economics

2 h. ago Billy Horschel takes on a Florida gator on golf course at PGA National in viral video

A Gator took on a gator. Billy Horschel won. Let’s explain: Horschel played his college golf for the Florida Gators, so he knows plenty about the wildlife that gets seen on courses in the Sunshine State — including, yes, alligators. And when a gator made its way onto the course at PGA National on Thursday, […]

Society

3 h. ago Ontario 'grocery outlet' sells food for a lot less and here's how that works

With 13 locations across Ontario (and more to come), The Grocery Outlet has grown to be a staple for savvy shoppers since its founding in 1998.The chain is known for offering significant savings — usually between 30 to 70 per cent off traditional retail prices — on groceries, frozen items and refrigerated goods, and here's how it all works.Co-founder Carolyn Boiani, along with her sister Pam, built the company from the ground up 27 years ago, inspired by their entrepreneurial household and keen interest in thrift bakery stores.Their journey first began when they came across Sara Lee's manufacturing plant in Bramalea, which had a small thrift store selling overstock and liquidation items. They approached the company to buy their seconds and eventually opened their first retail shop at 191 Bloor St. E. in Oshawa. "When we had one location and no real experience, it was much harder to get manufacturers to even speak to us on the phone or at trade shows, let a...

Economics

3 h. ago Wayne Gretzky's family says he's heartbroken people question his love for Canada

Wayne Gretzky doesn't appear too happy about the criticism he's received in the wake of last week's 4 Nations Face-Off.Named the honorary captain for last week's final of the international hockey tournament against the United States, Gretzky appeared for a ceremonial pregame puck drop alongside American captain Auston Matthews, Canadian captain Connor McDavid, and American Olympic gold medallist and honorary captain Mike Eruzione.But while Eruzione came out in a USA jersey, Gretzky opted for a suit, entered the ice through the American bench, and appeared to give a thumbs up to American players while not offering the same grace to the Canadians.Given the fact that the dual-citizen Gretzky has closely supported Donald Trump — including appearing at his official election party in November and showing up in Washington for his inauguration in January — many Canadians weren’t exactly a fan of the choice."How fickle can people be when someone who has given so much t...

Culture

4 h. ago Fatal helicopter crash during 2023 Alberta wildfires linked to manufacturing defect: TSB

The crash happened about 110 kilometres northeast of Peace River on July 19, 2023, as Alberta was experiencing a record-breaking wildfire season.

Events

4 h. ago David Rosenberg: It may not seem obvious today, but Trump has done Canada a big favour when it comes to the future

The incentive is finally there to remove interprovincial trade barriers, diversify trade abroad and fast-track project approvals

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4 h. ago MP Charlie Angus calls for Amazon boycott after company closes seven Quebec warehouses

OTTAWA — New Democrat MP Charlie Angus is calling for a countrywide consumer boycott of Amazon to protest the online retail giant’s closure of seven of its warehouses in Quebec. The closures have eliminated thousands of permanent full-time jobs, along with jobs at subcontracted suppliers. Angus and union officials — including Felix Trudeau, union president […]

Economics

4 h. ago Millennials are the most influential group of homebuyers in Canada

Calgary’s former crop of first-time buyers are fast becoming today’s move-up purchasers.

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4 h. ago Snowflake Expands AI Footprint with New Silicon Valley AI Hub and $200M Investment in Next

The nearly 30,000 square foot space in Menlo Park will represent one of the largest dedicated spaces for developers, startups, and business leaders to shape the future of AI Snowflake also plans to invest up to $200M in next-gen startups innovating on its AI Data Cloud through the Snowflake Startup Accelerator Program, in partnership with […]

Economics

4 h. ago New England ocean warming slows but temperatures remain high

SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) — The waters off New England had another warm year but didn’t heat up as fast as earlier this decade, bucking a trend of higher warming worldwide, said scientists who study the Atlantic Ocean near Maine. The Gulf of Maine, which touches three New England states and Canada, emerged as a test […]

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5 h. ago Goldman Hits 80% of Sustainable Finance Target Even as DEI Cut

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. said it’s more than 80% of the way to meeting its 2030 goal of putting $750 billion toward supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy, and to advancing what it calls “inclusive growth.”

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6 h. ago Villeneuve family seeks to protect driver’s ‘legacy’ in battle against Quebec museum

Gilles Villeneuve's family — including former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve — is taking action to get back his possessions from a museum, citing legacy and safety concerns.

Events

7 h. ago New England More Open to AI Use in P&C Insurance, While Concerns Remain High in West North Central and Mountain Regions of U.S., According to Insurity Survey

Consumers in some U.S. regions embrace AI for severe weather monitoring, while others remain wary of its impact on premiums HARTFORD, Conn. — Insurity, a leading provider of cloud-based software for insurance carriers, brokers, and MGAs, today announced new findings from its 2025 AI in Insurance Report, uncovering regional disparities in consumer attitudes toward AI-driven […]

Economics

8 h. ago US GDP Held Steady While Inflation Marked Higher at End of 2024

The US economy advanced at a healthy pace and inflation was more stubborn than initially estimated at the end of 2024.

Economics

8 h. ago Andersen Global Advances Valuation Capabilities in Ethiopia with New Collaborating Firm

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Global extends its African footprint with collaborating firm ADS Valuation Services PLC, enhancing its valuation capabilities and solidifying its platform in Ethiopia. Headquartered in Addis Ababa, ADS Valuation Services PLC provides valuation and advisory services to businesses and investors. The firm offers a comprehensive range of valuation services, including fixed and […]

Economics