ECB Cuts Deposit Rate to 2%, Signals End of Easing Cycle Is Near
ECB trims deposit rate to 2%, its eighth cut in a year, hints just one more may follow as inflation cools and tracker borrowers pocket savings.
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Record Launch Demand for Nintendo Switch 2 Signals $200 B Game Market Surge
Switch 2 launch sparks global sell-outs and could lift 2025 console revenue to $16.5 billion, cementing Nintendo’s post-pandemic comeback.
Procter & Gamble to Lay Off 7,000 Workers Amid Tariffs and Slowing Consumer Spending
The consumer goods giant is launching a global restructuring plan as rising costs and economic uncertainty hit demand. The company, which owns major household brands like Tide, Pampers, and Gillette, said tariff-related expenses—have pushed it to rethink product sourcing, pricing, and market presence.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix Show Returns for Season 2—Here’s What We Know
Netflix is bringing back America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders for Season 2 this summer. From retirements to fresh drama, here’s everything we know.
Amazon to Invest $10 Billion in North Carolina for AI and Data Center Campus
The tech giant’s new campus in Richmond County promises to create at least 500 jobs, boost infrastructure, and turn the rural region into a growing hub for AI and cloud computing.
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Covers One-Third of U.S., Triggers Air Quality Alerts
Smoke from 200+ Canadian wildfires now blankets a third of the U.S., spiking air-quality alerts across New England, NYC and the Midwest.
Bank of Canada Holds Benchmark Rate at 2.75% as Tariff Risks Loom
BoC freezes rate at 2.75% amid tariff turmoil and volatile inflation, leaving July’s call wide open as economists debate recession risks.
SEO Optimization as a Key Factor in Business Marketing Growth
Businesses today need visibility. SEO optimization is a key strategy that enhances a brand’s online presence by improving its search engine rankings. By aligning website content with what users are actively searching for, SEO drives targeted, organic traffic and builds credibility. Unlike paid advertising, SEO offers long-term value, helping businesses reach potential customers consistently. As digital platforms grow more crowded, SEO remains a crucial tool for any company aiming to achieve sustained marketing success and measurable growth.
Trump Slaps 50 % Tariffs on Canadian Steel & Aluminum—Ottawa Plots Retaliation
U.S. doubles metals tariffs to 50 %. Ottawa fumes, industry panics, negotiators scramble for a deal before layoffs hit Canada’s steel heartland.
Recognition Is Recruiting: Turning Workplace Culture into a Talent Magnet
Your best employees don't just stay because of salary—they stay because they feel valued. That same feeling of appreciation becomes your secret weapon for attracting top talent when you know how to showcase it effectively. Recognition culture isn't just an internal HR initiative anymore; it's become one of the most authentic and powerful recruiting tools companies can leverage to stand out in competitive talent markets.
Everything You Need to Know About Ringless Voicemail
Ringless voicemail represents a significant shift in how businesses communicate with customers and prospective clients. It offers an efficient, discreet, and non-disruptive way to deliver recorded voice messages directly to voicemail inboxes without triggering a traditional phone call. This method has gained traction across marketing, customer service, and debt collection sectors due to its low cost and high delivery rate.
How To Set Financial Milestones For R&D Projects
Research and development projects greatly influence innovation, improve the way work is done and help an industry compete. Nonetheless, because R&D projects can be unpredictable, without good financial planning, a business may end up spending more than planned or missing out on significant chances that require funding. Putting financial goals in place lets you monitor your advancement, stay in control and make certain each phase of your development project builds up the business in the long run.
Edmonton is Ready as Oilers Kick Off Stanley Cup Final Rematch with Panthers
Edmonton is absolutely buzzing as the Oilers get ready to host the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. It’s the rematch fans have been waiting for since last year’s heartbreak, and this time, the Oilers have home ice to kick things off. You can feel the energy in the city—it’s loud, it’s hopeful, and it’s long overdue.
How to Kick-start Your Career with a Support Technician Certificate
Breaking into IT can look tough, yet it's easier than most people think. A computer support technician certificate or desktop support technician training shows employers you have real, job-ready skills. Demand for entry-level tech help keeps climbing, so the sooner you act, the sooner you work in a fast-growing field.
Meta Strikes 20-Year Deal with Illinois Nuclear Plant to Power AI Push
Meta has inked its first nuclear energy agreement, signing a 20-year deal with Constellation Energy to help keep the Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois running. The move comes as tech giants scramble to secure long-term power for data centers and AI operations amid rising energy demands.
Hudson’s Bay to Lay Off Over 8,300 Employees as Stores Shut Down
Hudson’s Bay, Canada’s oldest retailer, is laying off more than 8,300 employees by June 1 as it permanently closes all 96 of its stores. The move comes after the company filed for creditor protection in March and failed to secure financing to restructure.
Toronto’s Humber River Hospital Sues Builder for $100M Over Uneven Floors, Safety Risks
Humber River Hospital is suing the consortium behind its construction for $100 million, claiming sloppy design and construction have left large sections of the hospital with uneven, deteriorating floors — and it's now creating serious safety and operational challenges.
Canada’s Economy Grows 2.2% in Q1, But Don’t Get Too Comfortable
Canada’s economy grew at an annualized pace of 2.2% in the first quarter—on the surface, a solid rebound. But dig a little deeper and the momentum looks shaky. The jump was largely fueled by a surge in exports, likely driven by businesses trying to ship goods ahead of new tariff rules.
Trump Celebrates U.S. Steel Deal, But Details Still in the Air
At a rally in Pennsylvania, President Trump announced what he’s calling a major victory for American manufacturing: a new deal that would allow Japan-based Nippon Steel to invest in U.S. Steel—without giving up American control.
Gen Z and Newcomers Drive $2.5 T Debt Surge, TransUnion Warns of Rising Delinquencies
Canada’s debt tops $2.5 T; Gen Z and newcomers boost balances 31 %, delinquencies hit 2.7 %—TransUnion urges lenders to rethink risk.
Macron Warns Israel of Sanctions as Gaza Hunger Deepens
Macron says Gaza blockade “untenable,” warns Israel of possible sanctions and renews push for conditional Palestinian statehood.
Ontario Bill Would Let Education Minister Seize Control of Troubled School Boards
Ontario bill lets province seize school boards, mandates police-in-schools programs, and posts trustee expenses—critics say underfunding is the real issue.
Chinese Automaker Jetour Claims No. 1 Spot in Gulf Region with T-Series Off-Road SUVs
Jetour sells 20k SUVs Jan-Apr, tops Chinese brands in Middle East; T-Series, localised engineering and beefed-up service drive record surge.
Appeals Court Restores Trump Tariffs, Deepening Global Trade Uncertainty
Appeals court restores Trump’s global tariffs, keeping importers on the hook and pushing the legal fight toward the Supreme Court.
Canada’s Economy Grows 2.2% in Q1, But Don’t Get Too Comfortable
Canada’s economy grew at an annualized pace of 2.2% in the first quarter—on the surface, a solid rebound. But dig a little deeper and the momentum looks shaky. The jump was largely fueled by a surge in exports, likely driven by businesses trying to ship goods ahead of new tariff rules.
Trump Celebrates U.S. Steel Deal, But Details Still in the Air
At a rally in Pennsylvania, President Trump announced what he’s calling a major victory for American manufacturing: a new deal that would allow Japan-based Nippon Steel to invest in U.S. Steel—without giving up American control.
Gen Z and Newcomers Drive $2.5 T Debt Surge, TransUnion Warns of Rising Delinquencies
Canada’s debt tops $2.5 T; Gen Z and newcomers boost balances 31 %, delinquencies hit 2.7 %—TransUnion urges lenders to rethink risk.
Macron Warns Israel of Sanctions as Gaza Hunger Deepens
Macron says Gaza blockade “untenable,” warns Israel of possible sanctions and renews push for conditional Palestinian statehood.
Ontario Bill Would Let Education Minister Seize Control of Troubled School Boards
Ontario bill lets province seize school boards, mandates police-in-schools programs, and posts trustee expenses—critics say underfunding is the real issue.
Chinese Automaker Jetour Claims No. 1 Spot in Gulf Region with T-Series Off-Road SUVs
Jetour sells 20k SUVs Jan-Apr, tops Chinese brands in Middle East; T-Series, localised engineering and beefed-up service drive record surge.
Appeals Court Restores Trump Tariffs, Deepening Global Trade Uncertainty
Appeals court restores Trump’s global tariffs, keeping importers on the hook and pushing the legal fight toward the Supreme Court.
Vanguard, U of T Launch AI Finance Labs and Add 70 New Toronto Roles
Vanguard teams with U of T to open AI finance labs, hire 70 Toronto specialists, and push ethical, transparent machine learning for investors.
Manitoba Declares State of Emergency as 17,000 Evacuate Wildfire Belt
Record 17k evacuate as Manitoba wildfires force state of emergency; Saskatchewan, Alberta issue fresh orders amid stretched crews and rising heat.
Salesforce Scoops Up Informatica for $8 B to Turbo-Charge Its AI Data Cloud
Salesforce to buy Informatica for $8 B cash, weaving data-management muscle into its AI Agentforce and Data Cloud suite.
Wall Street Rallies After Court Blocks Trump Tariffs; Nvidia Sparks Tech Surge
Stocks rise as U.S. court voids key Trump tariffs; Nvidia leads tech rebound, but analysts warn new duties could still loom.
Federal Judges Block Sweeping Import Duties in Blow to White House Trade Agenda
Trade court voids Trump’s 10 % blanket tariffs, citing congressional power; White House appeals as importers eye potential refunds.
Nvidia Tops $44 B in Q1 Sales but China Curbs Trim Profit Growth to 33%
Nvidia posts $44.1 B revenue, 69 % growth; $4.5 B China charge slows profit, but AI demand keeps shares near record $3.3 T valuation.
Canada Post, CUPW Signal Return to Talks as Overtime Ban Continues
Canada Post invites union back to the table amid overtime ban and strike threat; pay, temps, and weekend delivery top the agenda.
Bell Unveils Multi Million Dollar Plan for Six Hydro-Powered AI Data Centres in B.C.
Bell bets big on “AI Fabric,” launching six hydro-powered data centres in B.C. to supply sovereign, low-carbon compute by year’s end.
SpaceX Loses Control of Starship 30 Minutes Up, Eyes Faster Turnaround
Starship Flight 9 reaches space with a reused booster, then spins out and breaks apart 30 minutes in—Musk vows faster test cadence despite loss.
Hudson’s Bay to Sell 28 Store Leases to B.C. Billionaire Ruby Liu’s Central Walk
Hudson’s Bay to offload 28 leases to B.C. billionaire Ruby Liu, who plans “A New Bay” chain of immersive department stores pending court approval.
Car Rams Liverpool Victory Parade, Injures 27 as Police Rule Out Terror Motive
Celebration turned to chaos as a minivan plowed into Liverpool’s title-parade crowd, injuring 27 and sparking a probe; police dismiss terror link.
Boeing Clinches $1.1 B Settlement to Dodge 737 Max Fraud Trial
Boeing pays $1.1 B to avoid fraud trial over 737 Max crashes; victims split on DOJ deal that shields company from felony conviction.
Brush Blaze Outside Yosemite Grows to 700 Acres Ahead of Holiday Rush
Inn Fire burns 700 acres near Mono Lake, closing Hwy 395 and emptying Mono City as crews race to contain flames before Memorial Day crowds arrive.
SpaceX Targets May 27 for Starship Flight 9, First Re-flown Super Heavy Booster
Starship Flight 9 aims for May 27 liftoff, reusing a Super Heavy booster and proving upgrades NASA needs for future Moon missions.
Trump Pushes 50 % EU Tariff Threat to July 9 After Call with von der Leyen
Trump gives EU until July 9 to avert a 50 % import duty after call with von der Leyen, keeping markets in suspense and trade talks on full boil.
MPs Return Monday: Speaker Showdown and King Charles Throne Speech Kick-Start New Session
Parliament resumes after six-month break: MPs elect a Speaker Monday, King Charles delivers rare throne speech Tuesday, setting Ottawa’s new agenda.
Overtime Ban Begins: CUPW Escalates Action While Strike Deadline Passes
CUPW bans overtime nationwide after talks stall; Canada Post warns of mail delays as wage, part-time disputes drag on.
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