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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 surged above $113,800 on July 10, 2025, smashing its previous record amid renewed institutional demand, shrinking exchange supply, and safe-haven inflows.
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
In a major global trade shakeup, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sweeping new tariffs on 69 countries, including Canada, Brazil, India, and Taiwan.
Justin Timberlake has revealed he’s been battling Lyme disease behind the scenes during his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which wrapped up in Istanbul this week.
Lindsay Lohan made a stunning return to Hollywood at the premiere of Freakier Friday, reuniting with co-stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Chad Michael Murray on the purple carpet. Dressed in a sleek white gown, Lohan radiated confidence and nostalgia, embracing her Freaky Friday castmates two decades after the original film’s release.
Two days after a headline-making dinner, the former Canadian PM was seen singing along in the crowd at Katy Perry’s sold-out Montreal show, super-charging dating rumors.
Paparazzi photos of Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas leaving a West Hollywood bistro together have ignited whispers of a budding romance—fueling speculation the pairing is part of Paramount’s stealth marketing push for a Top Gun sequel set to film this fall.
A growing number of indie and marquee acts are yanking catalogs from Spotify after CEO Daniel Ek’s multimillion-euro investment in military AI firm Helsing, crippling playlists and fueling a viral boycott.
A profanity-laced PSA starring the “Avengers” icon rakes in 40 million views in 24 hours and signals a gritty new era for climate messaging.
Ireland’s Court of Appeal has upheld a €250,000 civil judgment against the MMA star, ending his bid to reverse a jury finding that he sexually assaulted a woman in 2018.
Thirty-two sold-out stadium shows pulled in an eye-watering $407.6 million, crowning Beyoncé the new queen of country-tour ticket sales.
An 8.8 magnitude quake off Russia’s Kamchatka sent waves across the Pacific, sparking evacuations and tsunami alerts from Japan to Chile before warnings were later eased.
Adam Sandler’s return to the golf course is making serious waves. Happy Gilmore 2, which premiered on Netflix on July 25, has debuted with 46.7 million views in just its first three days, making it the biggest U.S. opening weekend for a Netflix film ever.
South Park’s season premiere uses an AI made Trump, triggering a fierce White House warning of regulation as Paramount pursues an eight billion dollar Skydance merger.
Canadian Tire has confirmed it is reducing its corporate workforce as part of an effort to modernize and remain competitive in today’s fast-changing retail landscape. While the company declined to specify how many jobs are being cut, it said some corporate roles are being eliminated while others are expanding.
Security researchers found an unprotected database tied to Tea’s direct‑message feature, leaking intimate conversations, images, and location clues from more than 1 million female users.
The former Canadian PM and pop superstar were spotted sharing a chef’s‑tasting feast at Le Violon, igniting trans‑border buzz about a budding friendship—or something more.
The Beer Store is shutting down 11 more locations in Ontario on September 28, 2025, as part of its ongoing response to changes in the province’s alcohol retail market. This follows 20 closures in August and another 10 set for September 10.
Gwyneth Paltrow has stepped in as a “very temporary” spokesperson for tech company Astronomer, just days after its CEO and chief people officer resigned following a viral Coldplay concert moment.
Beyoncé has shattered records once again, this time in country music. Her Cowboy Carter tour, which wrapped up on July 26 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, officially became the highest-grossing country tour of all time, raking in over $400 million across just 32 dates.
Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps has soared into theaters with an impressive $118 million opening weekend, signaling a strong rebound for the MCU. The reboot, helmed by WandaVision director Matt Shakman, marks the highest MCU opening since Deadpool & Wolverine.
BAFTA-winning actor Micheal Ward has been formally charged with two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police confirmed.
American Eagle’s “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” fall launch sparks viral buzz, a double‑digit share rally, and a fresh push to reclaim Gen Z denim dominance.
An internal memo says Tesla will begin a limited paid robotaxi service across the San Francisco Bay Area as soon as Friday, using modified Model Ys with human safety drivers on board.
The Star Wars creator electrified Hall H by walking onstage unannounced, revealing never‑before‑seen archival footage and hinting at a new film project outside the galaxy far, far away.
Kristin Cabot, Chief People Officer at U.S. tech firm Astronomer, has officially resigned after a viral video showed her embracing then-CEO Andy Byron at a Coldplay concert.
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