Google Strikes Record‑Setting $3 Billion Hydropower Deal With Brookfield
Alphabet’s cloud and AI ambitions get a clean‑energy boost as Google inks the largest corporate hydro agreement ever, securing up to 3 GW of carbon‑free power across the U.S.
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How World of Warcraft Became a Business Powerhouse (and Helped Fans Build Their Own)
For most people, World of Warcraft is a video game. A big one, sure — huge even — but still "just a game." For others, especially those who've watched its evolution over the past 20 years, WoW is something else entirely. It's a business case study and a digital world that not only rakes in billions but quietly teaches players about systems thinking, loyalty, and customer retention. And in some corners of the internet, it's even a platform for fans to earn real income. Let's break this down from a marketer's angle.
Expert tips: Why tracking pages are a must-have tool for your Ecommerce
Creating a seamless checkout isn’t enough to keep customers loyal. In today’s ecommerce world, what happens after the sale can have just as much impact on your brand as the shopping experience itself. That’s why having a reliable and transparent package tracking page is no longer just a convenience, it’s essential for building trust and encouraging repeat business.
Trump to Announce $70 Billion Push Into AI and Energy at Pittsburgh Summit
The White House says the package spans data‑center build‑outs, power‑grid upgrades, and next‑gen research labs—one of the largest single U.S. tech‑energy investments to date.
Ford Recalls Nearly 1 Million Vehicles in U.S. and Canada for Fuel‑Pump Fault
A low‑pressure fuel‑pump defect has forced Ford to pull about 850,000 SUVs, trucks and luxury Lincolns built from 2021‑23, marking its second‑largest recall of the year.
TikTok CEO Seeks Emergency Meeting With Canada Over Shutdown Order
Shou Chew has asked Industry Minister Mélanie Joly for a face‑to‑face meeting within two weeks, urging Ottawa to reverse an order that would shutter TikTok’s Canadian offices and cut hundreds of jobs.
Meta’s First AI Supercluster ‘Prometheus’ Set to Launch in 2026
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has revealed the company’s next major leap in AI infrastructure: the launch of its first AI data supercluster, dubbed Prometheus, expected to go online in 2026.
Indeed and Glassdoor Cut 1,300 Jobs as Parent Firm Bets Bigger on AI
Recruit Holdings will lay off 6 % of staff at job boards Indeed and Glassdoor—its third downsizing in three years—as it folds Glassdoor into Indeed and shifts resources to artificial-intelligence tools.
Lucid Air Sets Guinness Record with 749-Mile Drive on a Single Charge
Lucid Motors’ Air Grand Touring has logged 1,205 km (749 mi) on one charge, smashing the EV distance record and demonstrating the brand’s industry-leading efficiency.
Trump Imposes 30% Tariffs on EU and Mexico, Effective August 1
President Donald Trump has ordered a blanket 30 % duty on all imports from the European Union and Mexico starting August 1, escalating trade tensions and rattling global markets.
Amazon Prime Day 2025 Posts Record $24 B in Four-Day Shopping Marathon
Adobe Analytics says U.S. shoppers spent an unprecedented $24.1 billion during the expanded July 8-11 Prime Day, while Amazon touts its “biggest event ever” across 35+ categories.
Jannik Sinner Captures 2025 Wimbledon Crown, Topples Alcaraz in Four Sets
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner defeated two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 to claim his maiden Wimbledon title and fourth career Grand Slam, igniting a fresh chapter in their rivalry.
Tesla to Start India Deliveries in August After Mumbai Showroom Debut
Tesla will open its inaugural showroom in Mumbai on July 15 and expects to hand over its first vehicles to Indian customers by late August, marking a long-awaited entry into the world’s third-largest car market.
Robinhood Chief’s Startup Harmonic AI Hits $900 Million Valuation After $100 Million Raise
Harmonic AI, the math-focused artificial-intelligence venture co-founded by Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev, has secured $100 million in fresh funding, lifting its valuation to just under $900 million.
Andreessen Horowitz Abandons Delaware, Reincorporates in Nevada
Venture capital powerhouse Andreessen Horowitz has shifted its legal home from Delaware to Nevada, calling the Silver State more business-friendly and urging startups to follow its lead.
Trump Slaps 35% Tariff on All Canadian Imports, Raising Stakes in Trade Dispute
A late-night letter from the White House confirms a sweeping 35 % levy on Canadian goods effective Aug. 1, sending markets skidding and prompting Ottawa to weigh retaliation.
Kraft Heinz May Split Into Two Companies, Shares Jump
A Wall Street Journal report says Kraft Heinz is studying a breakup that would separate its grocery staples from its faster-growing condiment business, sending the stock sharply higher.
Justin Bieber Drops Surprise Album ‘Swag,’ His First Release in Four Years
Pop superstar Justin Bieber has shocked fans with Swag, a 21-track album that marks his first full-length project since 2021’s Justice and signals a more mature, R&B-leaning sound.
Ferrero to Buy WK Kellogg in $3 Billion Bid to Add Corn Flakes to Nutella Empire
Italian confectioner Ferrero, maker of Nutella and Ferrero Rocher, will acquire cereal icon WK Kellogg for about $3 billion, gaining Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes as it expands its U.S. footprint.
Microsoft Outlook Endures 11-Hour Global Outage Before Gradual Recovery
Millions lost access to Outlook.com, mobile, and desktop clients for over half a day after a configuration fault crippled Microsoft’s email backbone; service is now stabilizing worldwide.
‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Roars to Record $318 Million Global Opening
Universal’s dino epic claws in $147.3 million over the July 4 holiday and $318 million worldwide, setting a new high-water mark for Independence Day launches.
Bitcoin Blasts Past $113K, Sets New All-Time High on July 10 2025
Bitcoin surged above $113,800 on July 10, 2025, smashing its previous record amid renewed institutional demand, shrinking exchange supply, and safe-haven inflows.
Elon Musk Confirms Grok AI Chatbot Coming to Tesla Vehicles Next Week
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that the company's vehicles will begin receiving Grok, an AI-powered chatbot developed by his startup xAI, as early as next week. The chatbot, which is already integrated into X will function as a voice assistant within Tesla cars
OpenAI Set to Launch AI-Powered Browser Aiming at Google Chrome’s Dominance
OpenAI will debut an AI-first web browser within weeks, hoping to woo ChatGPT’s 400 million users and chip away at Google Chrome’s lucrative ad empire.
Ozempic Faces Wave Of Lawsuits As Claims Top $2 Billion
Plaintiffs suing over Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs now number in the thousands under MDL 3094 in Philadelphia, and several outlets estimate combined claims could exceed $2 billion, while Novo Nordisk denies wrongdoing and continues separate actions against compounders.
VIFF Confirms There’s No Taylor Swift Film Premiere
After fan speculation tied a VIFF teaser to Taylor Swift’s next era, the Vancouver International Film Festival clarified there will be no Swift film or documentary premiering at VIFF 2025; the full lineup arrives August 27.
Netflix Summer Round Up: Wednesday S2, Hostage, Thursday Murder Club Lead August
Netflix’s August slate is stacked, with Wednesday Season 2 rolling out in two parts, political thriller Hostage set for Aug 21, and all star whodunit The Thursday Murder Club arriving Aug 28, plus fresh films like My Oxford Year.
Katy Perry–Justin Trudeau Rumor Cools To Friendship
After a burst of headlines from a Montreal dinner and concert sighting, reports now say Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau have eased back to friendly terms, with no official confirmation of a romance.
2025 VMAs Lineup Revealed: Sabrina Carpenter Leads First Wave
MTV named Sabrina Carpenter among the first performers for the 2025 VMAs, with LL Cool J hosting and honors for Ricky Martin and Busta Rhymes. The show airs Sept 7 from UBS Arena on CBS, MTV, and Paramount Plus.
Air Canada Strike Ends After Mediated Deal; Flights Restart Tonight
Air Canada and the flight attendants’ union reached a mediated, tentative agreement on August 19, ending a four day stoppage. Service begins resuming this evening, with full operations expected in seven to ten days.
Skibidi, Delulu And Tradwife Enter The Cambridge Dictionary
Cambridge Dictionary added over 6,000 new entries on August 18, 2025, including viral terms like skibidi, delulu, and tradwife, reflecting how internet culture is reshaping everyday English.
Air Canada Strike Declared Illegal; Airline Suspends Profit Forecast
Canada’s labour board ruled the flight attendants’ walkout unlawful and ordered crews back, while Air Canada pulled its Q3 and full-year guidance amid mass cancellations and mounting uncertainty.
Walmart x StockX Unleash Limited Edition Labubu Drops Through August 22
Walmart has teamed with StockX to run limited Labubu “daily drops” on Walmart.com through August 22, offering authenticated Pop Mart collectibles in small batches and signaling a bigger push into high demand resale categories.
Terence Stamp, ’60s Culture Icon And Superman’s Zod, Dies At 87
Terence Stamp, the Oscar-nominated face of 1960s British cinema and the unforgettable General Zod in Superman, has died at 87. Family confirmed his passing on August 17, with tributes pouring in from filmmakers and fans.
Taylor Swift’s The Life Of A Showgirl Launch Turns Brands Orange Across The U.S.
Taylor Swift’s announcement of The Life of a Showgirl has sparked an orange wave across the U.S., with brands and landmarks flipping their palettes and fans fueling record engagement ahead of the album’s October 3 release.
The Naked Gun Reboot Delivers Nostalgia And Laughs, Nears $50 Million Domestic
Paramount’s The Naked Gun reboot is winning on word of mouth, approaching $50M domestic and topping $72M worldwide as audiences embrace Liam Neeson’s slapstick turn and a sharp 85 minute cut.
Trump And Putin Meet In Alaska As Talks Yield No Ceasefire
President Trump and Vladimir Putin met in Anchorage on August 15 but left without a Ukraine ceasefire. Trump shifted toward a broader peace deal while reports surfaced of Kremlin demands and a planned White House meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Air Canada Flight Attendants Defy Return Order, Strike Rolls Into Monday
CUPE says Air Canada’s 10,000 flight attendants will stay off the job despite a federal back-to-work directive, forcing the carrier to delay its restart and extending travel chaos across Canada.
Lana Del Rey And Ethel Cain Feud Ignites Alt Pop Culture
On August 15, 2025, Lana Del Rey previewed a new song that appears to call out Ethel Cain, prompting social media crossfire, blocking claims, and a wave of alt pop debate.
Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” Cover Sparks Backlash After New Alternate Artwork
Sabrina Carpenter revealed new alternate artwork for her upcoming album “Man’s Best Friend,” reigniting debate over the original cover’s imagery and the project’s satirical intent ahead of its August 29 release.
Berkshire Hathaway Stakes $1.6 Billion In UnitedHealth As Portfolio Shuffle Accelerates
Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a roughly $1.6B stake in UnitedHealth and revealed fresh portfolio moves, trimming Apple, exiting T-Mobile, and adding to housing and industrial names.
Amazon’s “Digital Supercenter” Push Takes Aim at Walmart’s Grocery Lead
Amazon is rolling out same day delivery for perishable groceries in 1,000 plus U.S. cities with plans to reach 2,300 by year end, folding fresh food into a one cart shopping experience that directly targets Walmart’s grocery advantage.
Lana Del Rey Shares Song Snippet Taking Aim at Ethel Cain
A fresh feud has emerged in the alt-pop world after Lana Del Rey previewed a song snippet on Instagram directly referencing Ethel Cain.
Boston Celtics Sold For Record $6.1 Billion To Bill Chisholm Group
The Boston Celtics are being sold for a record $6.1B to an investor group led by Bill Chisholm, with league approval and a transition plan through 2028.
Georgina Rodriguez Ring is Worth $3 Million
Cristiano Ronaldo proposed to Georgina Rodriguez with a 50–60 carat diamond ring worth $3M, outshining Mariah Carey, Kim Kardashian, and Lauren Sánchez’s famous rings.
Pop Mart Warns of Unsafe Fake ‘Labubu’ Dolls
Pop Mart and regulators are sounding the alarm over dangerous counterfeit “Labubu” dolls flooding global markets. Here’s what’s risky, how to spot a fake, and what steps buyers and retailers should take now.
Air Canada Cancels Flights as Flight Attendant Strike Looms Aug. 16
CUPE issues a 72-hour strike notice; Air Canada begins a phased shutdown that could affect up to 130,000 travelers a day and halt most operations by Saturday.
UFC to Host First-Ever White House Fight on July 4, 2026
UFC CEO Dana White confirms the first-ever MMA fight at the White House on July 4, 2026, marking America’s 250th birthday and tied to a $1.1B Paramount deal.
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