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.
King Charles to open Canada’s new parliament as PM Carney confronts Trump threats
King Charles will open Canada’s parliament on 27 May as PM Mark Carney prepares for tense White House talks after Trump’s annexation and tariff threats.
Trump to slap 100 % import tariff on foreign-made films, vows to revive Hollywood
Trump orders 100 % tariff on films shot outside the US, sparking outrage in UK, Canada and Australia and warnings of costly global retaliation.
Netanyahu vows ‘strong’ retaliation after Houthi missile lands at Ben Gurion airport
Houthi missile from Yemen hits road beside Israel’s main airport, injures 4. Netanyahu blames Iran, vows a major response as airlines cancel flights.
Marvel’s Thunderbolts Opens Strong at the Box Office Despite Mixed Reviews
Marvel’s latest film, Thunderbolts* is off to a strong start, pulling in $162 million globally during its opening weekend, proving there's still an appetite for fresh faces in the superhero world.
Apple May Ditch Simultaneous iPhone Launches Starting with iPhone 18
Apple might be shaking up its iPhone release game next year. According to a new report, the iPhone 18 lineup won’t launch all at once—with the Pro models arriving in fall 2026, and base models like the iPhone 18, 18 Slim, and 18e possibly being pushed to spring 2027.
Diddy Rejects Plea Deal, Will Head to Trial in Sex Trafficking Case
Sean "Diddy" Combs is officially headed to trial after rejecting a government plea deal that could have shortened what may become a life sentence. The 55-year-old music mogul appeared in court Thursday in a beige prison uniform, calmly telling the judge he would not accept the offer.
Canada Post Could Face Strike Action After May 22 as Talks Continue
Canada Post may be on a collision course with a potential labour disruption as early as May 22, with current collective agreements set to expire and negotiations still hanging in the balance.
Nigeria’s $290 M Privacy Penalties Could Force Meta to Shut Down Its Apps
Facing $290 M in antitrust, ad and privacy fines, Meta warns it may pull Facebook & Instagram from Nigeria if regulators don’t ease “unrealistic” data rules.
Vance Says Rare-Earth Pact Doesn’t Mean Quick Peace as Russia-Ukraine Fighting Continues
JD Vance says Ukraine war won’t end soon; U.S. seeks “middle-ground” peace after rare-earth deal, as Russian drones hit Zaporizhzhia and ceasefire falters.
GTA 6 Pushed to May 2026: Why Rockstar Hit the Brakes Again
Rockstar delays Grand Theft Auto VI to May 2026 for more polish, leaving PS5 & Xbox fans waiting an extra year. Here’s what it means for the industry.
Fortnite Returns to iOS Next Week in the U.S. as Epic Turns Up the Pressure on Apple
After a four-year absence, Fortnite is officially coming back to the iOS App Store in the United States next week. The long-running standoff between Epic Games and Apple could finally be cooling, with Epic CEO Tim Sweeney offering what he calls a “peace proposal” that could bring Fortnite back to iOS globally.
US-Ukraine Minerals Pact: Key Points on the New Reconstruction Deal
US-Ukraine pact trades future mineral royalties for joint fund to rebuild war-torn Ukraine, ending payback on past US military aid.
Kohl’s CEO Let Go in Internal Scandal, Board Installs Interim Leader
Kohl’s is shaking up its leadership after abruptly firing CEO Ashley Buchanan for cause, citing a vendor-related conflict of interest uncovered during an internal investigation. While the company emphasized the situation had nothing to do with financial results or performance, Buchanan is out effective immediately.
Spain-Portugal Massive Blackout
Spain & Portugal blackout: timeline, causes under probe, renewables debate, how Europe’s grid crashed and recovered on April 30 2025.
Waymo and Toyota Team Up to Build Self-Driving Cars for Everyday Drivers
Waymo is finally moving beyond robotaxis—teaming up with Toyota to develop self-driving tech for personal vehicles. The partnership, which also involves Toyota’s Woven division, marks Waymo’s first serious push to bring its “Waymo Driver” to consumer cars.
LG to Shut Down Smartphone Servers by End of June — Final Updates Incoming
If you’re still using an LG smartphone, the end is officially near. LG has confirmed it will shut down its mobile software update servers on June 30, 2025, marking the final chapter of its exit from the smartphone industry. Users will no longer receive software or security updates, effectively freezing the devices in their current state.
Amazon Launches First Kuiper Satellites, Kicks Off $10B Challenge to SpaceX’s Starlink
Amazon officially entered the space internet race this week, launching the first 27 satellites for its long-awaited Project Kuiper. The satellites blasted off Monday evening atop a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Cape Canaveral, kicking off Amazon’s ambitious $10 billion plan to build a global broadband network to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre Loses Carleton Seat in 2025 Election
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre loses Carleton seat as Liberals surge in Canada’s 2025 election, leaving Conservatives leaderless in Parliament and sparking soul-searching.
Jagmeet Singh Steps Down as NDP Leader After Election Collapse
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh has officially announced his resignation following a crushing defeat in Monday’s Canadian federal election. Singh, emotional during his concession speech in Burnaby, B.C., confirmed he will step down once an interim leader is appointed.
Carney’s Liberals Edge Conservatives: Final Seat & Vote Totals from Canada’s 2025 Election
Liberals take 166 seats to form a minority, Conservatives 144. See full vote shares, regional shifts, turnout and Carney’s first moves as PM-designate.
Clout to Cellblock: Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Faces Philippine Jail Time After Livestream Rampage
Russian-American prank-YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is jailed in Manila after a week of livestream harassment; Philippine officials file multiple criminal charges.
Marks & Spencer Customers Face Delays, Missed Deliveries Amid Ongoing Cyber Incident
M&S cyber-attack halts online orders, delays deliveries and freezes gift cards; customers voice frustration as retailer races to restore systems.
Putin Declares 3-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine From 8–11 May Ahead of WWII Victory Events
Putin orders 3-day Ukraine ceasefire 8-11 May; Kyiv seeks 30-day truce, Trump pushes for permanent peace amid crucial U.S. mediation efforts.
‘Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith’ 20th Anniversary Re-Release Draws Fans Back to Theaters
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith has officially returned to theaters for its 20th anniversary, and fans are already flocking back to the galaxy far, far away. The special re-release, which launched on April 25, is running for one week only across the U.S. and select international markets.
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