Canada’s Inflation Ticks Up to 1.9% in June, Putting Spotlight on BoC Rate Call
The annual consumer‑price index rose faster than expected to 1.9 % in June, reviving debate over whether the Bank of Canada can start easing at its July 30 meeting.
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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.
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
Apple iPhone 17 Air Leak Reveals New Details
Leaks reveal Apple’s iPhone 17 Air: a 5.5mm ultra-slim, eSIM-only phone with A19 chip, ProMotion display, and Apple C1 modem. Launch set for Sept. 9 event.
Alix Earle Joins ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 34 Cast
Social media sensation Alix Earle is headed to the ballroom. The 23-year-old TikTok star and Hot Mess podcast host was officially announced as part of Dancing With the Stars Season 34 during Good Morning America.
Giorgio Armani, Legendary Italian Designer, Dies at 91
Giorgio Armani, the Italian designer who reshaped modern fashion with his elegant, understated style, has died at 91. The Armani Group said he passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
Roku Outpaces Broadcast For Third Straight Month, Nielsen Says
Nielsen’s latest The Gauge shows Americans spent more TV time streaming on Roku-powered devices than watching broadcast for a third month in a row, underscoring streaming’s lead heading into fall.
More Listings As Canada’s Fall Housing Market Cooldown Begins
As the fall market opens, Canadian listings are rising and prices are flattening in key hubs, with the Bank of Canada on hold and conditions tilting more balanced for buyers.
Beavis & Butt-Head Return: Season 11 Premieres Tonight On Comedy Central
Mike Judge’s Beavis & Butt-Head is back tonight with the Season 11 (revival Season 3) premiere on Comedy Central at 10:30 p.m. ET, kicking off with two new episodes and a new cable home after its Paramount+ run.
Doug Ford Dumps Crown Royal In Protest Of Ontario Plant Closure
Ontario Premier Doug Ford poured out a bottle of Crown Royal at a news conference, blasting Diageo over its plan to close the brand’s Amherstburg bottling plant and warning of LCBO pushback.
Vogue Names Chloe Malle as New Editor
For the first time in nearly four decades, Vogue has a new editor. Chloe Malle, 39, has been named head of editorial content, succeeding Anna Wintour, who transformed the magazine into a global fashion authority.
Saudi Tourism Goes Global With Cristiano Ronaldo In “Unreal Calendar” Push
The Saudi Tourism Authority launched a global “Unreal Calendar” campaign starring Cristiano Ronaldo, rolling out across Europe, India, and China with the tagline “I Came for Football, I Stayed For More,” to position Saudi as a year-round destination under Vision 2030.
DKNY Taps Hailey Bieber As Global Face, Launches Fall 2025 Campaign
DKNY named Hailey Bieber its new global face and rolled out a New York shot Fall 2025 campaign by Mikael Jansson, highlighting varsity blazers, denim, a Yankees collab cap, and signature DKNY bags.
Lady Gaga Set To Dominate 2025 VMAs With First Live Performance In Five Years
Lady Gaga will perform live at the 2025 MTV VMAs on Sept 7 at UBS Arena, her first VMAs performance in five years, as she leads all nominees with 12 nods and rides momentum from her Mayhem Ball Tour.
Graham Greene, ‘Dances With Wolves’ Star, Dies At 73
Oscar-nominated Canadian actor Graham Greene, a trailblazing First Nations performer best known for Kicking Bird in Dances With Wolves, has died at 73 after a lengthy illness.
Netflix to Open ‘Netflix House’ Theme Parks in Philadelphia, Dallas and Las Vegas
Netflix unveils “Netflix House,” immersive theme parks opening in Philadelphia, Dallas, and Las Vegas. Fans can step into Stranger Things, Squid Game, Wednesday, and more.
Canada Pushes LNG Talks With Germany Amid Race Against U.S. Exports
Canada is reviving LNG talks with Germany, with Prime Minister Mark Carney pledging port projects to enable exports within five years. Critics warn Canada risks losing ground to U.S. dominance.
Sabrina Carpenter Drops New Album: Man’s Best Friend
Sabrina Carpenter releases her seventh album Man’s Best Friend with bold lyrics, multiple covers, and a Colman Domingo–starring video for “Tears.” Fans are divided.
Ssense Files for Bankruptcy Protection Amid Lender Dispute
Montreal retailer Ssense is filing for bankruptcy protection after a lender’s push to force a sale. The company cites U.S. trade rules and weak luxury demand as key pressures.
Degrassi Documentary “Whatever It Takes” Unites Stars Across Generations
The new feature documentary Degrassi: Whatever It Takes premieres Sept 13 at TIFF, with Drake and cast from every era revisiting the teen-TV phenomenon’s legacy and impact.
Tesla Slumps As European Sales Drop 40% In July
Fresh ACEA data shows Tesla’s July registrations fell 40% across Europe as BYD overtook the brand for the month; shares slipped intraday while analysts point to intensifying competition and model-cycle pressure.
Nvidia Beats On Revenue And EPS; Guides Above Street, Adds $60B Buyback
Nvidia topped expectations with record Q2 revenue and adjusted EPS, issued stronger-than-expected Q3 guidance, and approved a new $60B buyback—though shares dipped as investors parsed data-center trends and China uncertainty.
Harry Styles And Zoë Kravitz Spotted Together In Rome
Fan video shows Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz walking arm in arm in Rome days after a reported London kiss, sparking fresh dating buzz while reps stay quiet.
Reneé Rapp’s Bite Me Hits No. 1 In UK And Netherlands, Cracks U.S. Top 3
Reneé Rapp’s sophomore album Bite Me opens at No. 1 in the UK and the Netherlands and debuts at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, powered by strong physical sales and early streaming momentum.
Benson Boone’s Arena Tour Hits Toronto Aug 29 At Scotiabank Arena
Benson Boone brings his American Heart World Tour to Toronto on Friday, August 29, for an 8 p.m. arena show at Scotiabank Arena with opener Elliot James Reay.
Venice Film Festival Kicks Off Fall Film Season
The 82nd Venice Film Festival opens today on the Lido, launching awards season with Paolo Sorrentino’s La Grazia, Alexander Payne as jury president, and lifetime honours for Werner Herzog and Kim Novak.
Gamescom Ends After Packed Week Of Major Reveals
Gamescom 2025 closed in Cologne with record crowds and headline reveals from Opening Night Live and platform showcases, setting the release calendar for the rest of the year.
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