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.
Lil Nas X Released From Jail After Pleading Not Guilty To Four Felonies
Lil Nas X was released on $75,000 bail after pleading not guilty to four felony charges in Los Angeles, with court-ordered treatment conditions and a September 15 hearing set.
Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Are Engaged
Taylor Swift announced her engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce on August 26 with a joint Instagram post, sharing proposal photos and the caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.”
xQc Named Streamer Of The Decade At The Esports Awards
Felix “xQc” Lengyel won Streamer of the Decade at the Esports Awards’ one-off Decade ceremony in Riyadh, capping ten years of dominance as peers and fans reacted across social media.
Carlos Alcaraz Debuts Buzz Cut At The US Open, Wins First Round
Carlos Alcaraz showed up at the US Open with a shaved buzz cut that instantly went viral, then backed it up with a straight-sets win in his opener.
Canada Post–Union Talks Resume After Delay As Mediators Return
Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers returned to the table after a brief delay last week, with federal mediators back in the room and both sides reviewing proposals.
IShowSpeed Announces 35 Day U.S. Livestream Tour Starting Aug 28
IShowSpeed will kick off a 35 day nonstop “Speed Does America” IRL livestream across 25 U.S. states on Aug 28 at noon ET, simulcasting on YouTube and Twitch with the full route to be revealed.
Lil Nas X Video Surfaces Before Hospitalization And Arrest
New footage shows Lil Nas X walking nearly nude on Ventura Boulevard before police say he was hospitalized for a possible overdose and then arrested in Los Angeles.
Gap x KATSEYE Launch “Better In Denim” Fall 2025 Campaign
Gap taps global girl group KATSEYE for its Fall 2025 “Better in Denim” push, a 90-second spot set to Kelis’ “Milkshake” that spotlights low-rise fits and the Long & Lean jean.
Canada Drops 25% Tariffs On ~$21B In U.S. Goods; Metals Levies Stay
Ottawa will lift 25% retaliatory tariffs on roughly $21B of U.S. consumer goods effective Sept 1, while keeping duties on steel, aluminum, and autos after talks between Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Trump.
Trump Says He Could Extend TikTok Deadline, Says U.S. Buyers Are Ready
Trump said he may extend TikTok’s Sept 17 divest-or-ban deadline if needed and claims U.S. buyers are lined up.
Sony Hikes PlayStation 5 Price By $50 Across U.S.
Effective Aug 21, Sony raised U.S. PlayStation 5 console prices by $50, citing a challenging economic climate; accessories are unchanged.
Meta Signs $10B Plus Google Cloud Deal Amid AI Arms Race
Meta inked a six year, $10B plus agreement to run on Google Cloud, adding multi cloud heft as it races to scale AI infrastructure.
Drake Launches “Drake’s Warehouse” Official Merch Store On Amazon
Drake has opened an official Amazon storefront called “Drake’s Warehouse,” mixing new and archival merch with novelty items like a $100 body pillow and a “For All The Dogs” poop scooper.
iPhone 17 Release Date And Changes: What To Expect
Apple is expected to unveil iPhone 17 in early September with an ultra thin model, 120 Hz displays, and camera upgrades. Here’s the likely timeline and features.
Calgary’s Brewery & The Beast Puts Local Brands Centre Stage This Sunday
Brewery & the Beast returns to Calgary on Aug 24 at The Confluence with 60 plus chefs, craft beverages, and an all inclusive ticket that spotlights local producers.
TikTok Canada Shutdown Order Sparks UGC Dip For Brands
Ottawa’s wind-down order for TikTok Canada is chilling creator programs and brand UGC, as the app stays live but local funding, staffing, and partnerships are pulled back.
Air Canada Nearly Fully Back To Operations After Strike
Air Canada says it’s operating near full capacity just days after a mediated deal ended the flight-attendant strike, with domestic and U.S. schedules largely restored and cleanup work ongoing.
Google Expands AI Mode Worldwide With Agentic Features
Google is taking AI Mode in Search global, reaching 180 countries in English and adding agentic tools that can plan and book tasks like restaurant reservations.
Judge Frank Caprio, “Caught in Providence” Star, Dies At 88
Frank Caprio, the compassionate “Caught in Providence” judge, died at 88 on August 20 after pancreatic cancer, with tributes pouring in across Rhode Island and beyond.
Google Unveils Pixel 10 Line At “Made by Google,” Puts AI First
Google used its Made by Google showcase to unveil the Pixel 10 family with an AI-first pitch, highlighting Tensor G5 advances across four phones and companion hardware as the event streamed globally from New York.
US Open 2025 Officially Kicks Off On August 24
The 2025 US Open begins Sunday, August 24, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York, with ESPN and ABC carrying opening coverage and the men’s and women’s finals set for September 7 and 6.
Fan Expo Canada Takes Over Toronto This Week
Fan Expo Canada returns to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from August 21 to 24 with star guests, special experiences, and four days of comics, anime, cosplay, and gaming.
Pop Mart Eyes U.S. Pop Up Boom After Beating Global Revenue Targets
Fresh off surging past its revenue goals, Pop Mart is accelerating in the U.S. with a wave of pop ups layered on top of new stores, betting Labubu mania can carry its next phase of growth.
Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters Becomes Streaming’s Hottest Phenomenon
Netflix’s animated hit KPop Demon Hunters rockets to No. 1, racks up record views, and spins off real world sing along events as its lead single tops the Hot 100.
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