President Trump and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba unveiled a sweeping trade pact that slaps a 15 % duty on Japanese goods while pledging a record US $550 billion wave of investment and loans into the United States.
Uber is finally bringing its long-requested “women preferences” feature to the United States. Starting in the coming weeks, riders in Detroit, Los Angeles, and San Francisco will be able to choose a female driver when booking a ride.
NHTSA says second‑row head restraints in 2023–24 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs may fail to lock, posing injury risks and prompting Stellantis’ latest large‑scale safety action.
Telegram has officially launched its TON Wallet to users in the United States, unlocking crypto access for over 87 million Americans directly within the app.
Elon Musk’s AI startup is working with Valor Equity Partners to line up as much as $12 billion in private‑credit loans, largely to finance a new GPU‑hungry super‑cluster for its Grok chatbot, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Edmonton‑based AutoCanada is pulling out of the United States, divesting its remaining 13 dealerships for US $82.7 million as it refocuses on core Canadian operations.
The Canadian pipeline giant makes its biggest renewables bet yet, bankrolling the Clear Fork project near San Antonio under a long‑term power deal with Meta Platforms.
The partners will pour billions into five new U.S. sites, boosting Stargate’s planned capacity past 5 gigawatts and targeting more than 100,000 jobs as demand for AI compute soars.
In a bold new move, billionaire owner Patrick Soon-Shiong announced that the Los Angeles Times will go public within the next year. Speaking on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Soon-Shiong said the goal is to “democratize” the 143-year-old paper by allowing the public to take ownership.
Displaying the American flag at your business or organization sends a powerful message. It represents unity, freedom, and national pride. Whether it's flown year-round or reserved for special occasions, the flag can elevate your brand’s visibility and communicate your values. A large American flag, when placed in a prominent location, can also serve as a strong visual anchor that draws attention from passersby while demonstrating respect for tradition.
Researchers say a previously unknown flaw in on‑prem SharePoint servers let spies burrow into scores of firms and agencies, prompting urgent patching and federal probes.
Paris‑based IoT chipmaker Sequans Communications has bought another US $150 million in bitcoin, lifting its total holdings above 2,300 BTC as corporate adoption of the cryptocurrency accelerates.
Andy Byron stepped down as chief executive of Astronomer after a stadium “kiss cam” caught him embracing a colleague at a Coldplay show, sparking a board probe and internet frenzy.
With a July 21 deadline to avert sweeping U.S. tariffs, Canada’s provincial leaders huddle in Ontario cottage country to forge a united negotiating stance before sitting down with Prime Minister Mark Carney and Washington envoys.
South Korea has revealed its most ambitious space goal yet: establishing a permanent base on the moon by 2045. The plan was announced as part of the Korea AeroSpace Administration’s (KASA) long-term exploration roadmap, which outlines missions spanning lunar development.
Apple is finally entering the foldable phone market in 2026, but insiders say the debut of its first foldable iPhone will be anything but typical for the company. Unlike Apple’s usual polished, tightly controlled rollouts, this launch is expected to be more experimental and subdued—a departure from the brand's signature unveilings.
In a narrow 216–213 vote, the House has approved a Trump-backed plan to slash $9 billion in spending—targeting $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, effectively ending federal support for NPR, PBS, and their local affiliates.
Meta has thrown down the gauntlet in Europe’s high-stakes AI standoff. Just weeks before the European Union’s AI Act begins to take effect, the tech giant has refused to sign the EU’s new voluntary Code of Practice—drawing a clear line in the sand over what it views as excessive regulation.
Meta is pushing even harder into the AI arms race, hiring two prominent artificial intelligence researchers from Apple—Mark Lee and Tom Gunter—to bolster its elite Superintelligence Labs team.
Stephen Colbert will conclude his run as host of The Late Show in May 2026, bringing the iconic CBS late-night franchise to an end after more than 30 years on air.
Divorce can get messy really quickly, and splitting assets is often the epicenter of confusion and conflict. Keeping things crystal clear about who owns what is crucial if fairness is your aim in this rollercoaster of emotions.
Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney is taking a bold step beyond the screen and into the fashion world, launching her very own lingerie brand—and she’s not doing it alone. Backing her vision are some of the most powerful names in business: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, his partner Lauren Sánchez, and private equity powerhouse Coatue.
We generally associate the hospital with getting better, not with being a place where you suffer harm. Unfortunately, many people do suffer harm there, and the fact that you are reading this guide could mean that either you or a loved one has suffered harm when seeking medical help.
It comes as a shock to some that many ecommerce brands still struggle with email marketing. Nowadays there are so many available tools! And yet, it is still too simple to oversee the main clue of email marketing - if you want to get results, you need to do it right.
Hudson’s Bay is set to change its legal name following Canadian Tire’s acquisition of its intellectual property. The historic retailer will retain its brand under new ownership as the court oversees the company’s restructuring and formal rebranding process under CCAA.
A deadly listeria outbreak tied to FreshRealm’s chicken Alfredo meals sold at Walmart and Kroger has killed 3 and caused a pregnancy loss. Multiple products have been recalled as the CDC investigates cases across 13 states. Consumers are urged not to eat affected items.
SpaceX’s Starship exploded during a routine test at its Texas Starbase facility, marking the fourth failure this year. No injuries were reported, but the rocket’s reliability is under scrutiny as it's key to NASA's Artemis Moon missions and Elon Musk’s Mars colonization plans.
The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold for a record-breaking $10 billion, ending the Buss family’s 46-year legacy. New owner Mark Walter, already behind the Dodgers and Chelsea FC, takes over as Jeanie Buss remains governor. Here's what this game-changing sale means for the NBA’s most iconic team.
Tyler Perry, the renowned Hollywood filmmaker and media mogul, is facing a $260 million lawsuit filed by actor Derek Dixon, who accuses him of sexual assault and harassment during their work together on the television series The Oval and Ruthless.
After 18 months of uncertainty and political pushback, Nippon Steel has finalized its $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel — but not without a twist. As part of the national security agreement, the Trump administration now holds what’s known as a “golden share,” giving the U.S. government a rare level of power over a private company
Microsoft is doubling down on its Xbox hardware ambitions. The company announced a multi-year partnership with AMD to co-develop custom chips for its next wave of gaming systems — spanning traditional consoles to new handhelds like the Xbox Ally and Ally X.
President Donald Trump will once again delay the ban on TikTok, extending the deadline for ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations to a domestic buyer. The new 90-day extension, announced Tuesday, gives the Chinese-owned app more time to comply with a 2024 law that demands divestiture over national security concerns.With
Streaming has officially taken over as the dominant form of TV consumption in the U.S., according to new Nielsen data. For the first time ever, streaming services accounted for 44.8% of total TV viewership in May 2025, edging out the combined share of broadcast and cable, which dropped to 44.2%.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy confirmed what many in tech have been anticipating: generative AI is reshaping the workforce, and Amazon’s corporate headcount will shrink as a result. In a memo sent Tuesday, Jassy said the company will need fewer employees to do jobs that AI can now handle.
Earning rewards just got a lot more delicious. Starting June 16, PC Optimum members can collect points not only at Loblaw stores but also through eligible DoorDash orders from restaurants and participating grocery outlets across Canada.
Intel is preparing for another wave of major layoffs this July, with reports confirming the company will cut 15–20% of its global factory workforce. The move comes as part of a broader restructuring effort under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, despite the company still turning a profit in several divisions.
The Florida Panthers took control of the Stanley Cup Final with a commanding 5-2 win in Game 5, pushing the Edmonton Oilers to the brink of elimination. Despite a packed Rogers Place crowd and a golden opportunity to shift momentum, the Oilers once again came out flat. They need to bring it all for tomorrow's next game.
WhatsApp is officially getting ads. Meta announced on Monday that its messaging platform — long famous for its ad-free, private interface — will begin displaying advertisements within the “Updates” tab, marking a major shift for the service used by over two billion people worldwide.
In a surprise shakeup at the top of French luxury giant Kering, the group behind Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga has appointed Luca de Meo — a veteran automotive executive and former CEO of Renault — as its new chief executive.
Tesla debuts sleeker Model S and X: up to 410-mile range, new suspension, quieter cabin—now $5k pricier as shares inch higher despite rough 2025 start.
Mattel teams with OpenAI to launch its first AI-powered toy this year, blending ChatGPT tech with Barbie and Hot Wheels for smarter, personalized play.
Trump okays Nippon’s US$14.9 B buyout of U.S. Steel; shares climb as US$11 B investment plan unlocks coveted American market access.
Reddit debuts AI dashboard and comment summaries so brands can spot trends and embed positive user buzz directly under their ads.
It’s the end of an era for the beloved Summer Friday. Once a rising perk, the number of North American workers enjoying early Friday finishes has dropped from 55% in 2019 to just 11% today.
Snap’s $3 B AR gamble goes retail: lightweight Specs smart glasses launch 2026 to challenge Meta and lure creators into everyday mixed reality.
Costco’s Executive members score a $10 Instacart credit each month on same-day orders over $150—fresh relief as grocery inflation outpaces CPI.
Apple’s long-awaited Siri overhaul—powered by Apple Intelligence—won’t hit your iPhone until at least spring 2026, according to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. That puts its release nearly two years after it was originally teased and raises a serious question: by the time it finally arrives, will anyone still care?
Israel’s massive pre-dawn raid wipes out Iran’s nuclear chiefs, sparks drone counterattack, and pushes the region to the brink of full-scale war.
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