After 18 months of uncertainty and political pushback, Nippon Steel has finalized its $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel — but not without a twist. As part of the national security agreement, the Trump administration now holds what’s known as a “golden share,” giving the U.S. government a rare level of power over a private company
Microsoft is doubling down on its Xbox hardware ambitions. The company announced a multi-year partnership with AMD to co-develop custom chips for its next wave of gaming systems — spanning traditional consoles to new handhelds like the Xbox Ally and Ally X.
President Donald Trump will once again delay the ban on TikTok, extending the deadline for ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations to a domestic buyer. The new 90-day extension, announced Tuesday, gives the Chinese-owned app more time to comply with a 2024 law that demands divestiture over national security concerns.With
Streaming has officially taken over as the dominant form of TV consumption in the U.S., according to new Nielsen data. For the first time ever, streaming services accounted for 44.8% of total TV viewership in May 2025, edging out the combined share of broadcast and cable, which dropped to 44.2%.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy confirmed what many in tech have been anticipating: generative AI is reshaping the workforce, and Amazon’s corporate headcount will shrink as a result. In a memo sent Tuesday, Jassy said the company will need fewer employees to do jobs that AI can now handle.
Picking the right SEO tool for your ecommerce store isn’t always easy. With so many product pages, dynamic content, and marketing channels to manage, your needs go beyond what most generic SEO tools can handle.
Earning rewards just got a lot more delicious. Starting June 16, PC Optimum members can collect points not only at Loblaw stores but also through eligible DoorDash orders from restaurants and participating grocery outlets across Canada.
Intel is preparing for another wave of major layoffs this July, with reports confirming the company will cut 15–20% of its global factory workforce. The move comes as part of a broader restructuring effort under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, despite the company still turning a profit in several divisions.
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The Florida Panthers took control of the Stanley Cup Final with a commanding 5-2 win in Game 5, pushing the Edmonton Oilers to the brink of elimination. Despite a packed Rogers Place crowd and a golden opportunity to shift momentum, the Oilers once again came out flat. They need to bring it all for tomorrow's next game.
WhatsApp is officially getting ads. Meta announced on Monday that its messaging platform — long famous for its ad-free, private interface — will begin displaying advertisements within the “Updates” tab, marking a major shift for the service used by over two billion people worldwide.
In a surprise shakeup at the top of French luxury giant Kering, the group behind Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga has appointed Luca de Meo — a veteran automotive executive and former CEO of Renault — as its new chief executive.
Tesla debuts sleeker Model S and X: up to 410-mile range, new suspension, quieter cabin—now $5k pricier as shares inch higher despite rough 2025 start.
Mattel teams with OpenAI to launch its first AI-powered toy this year, blending ChatGPT tech with Barbie and Hot Wheels for smarter, personalized play.
Trump okays Nippon’s US$14.9 B buyout of U.S. Steel; shares climb as US$11 B investment plan unlocks coveted American market access.
Reddit debuts AI dashboard and comment summaries so brands can spot trends and embed positive user buzz directly under their ads.
It’s the end of an era for the beloved Summer Friday. Once a rising perk, the number of North American workers enjoying early Friday finishes has dropped from 55% in 2019 to just 11% today.
Snap’s $3 B AR gamble goes retail: lightweight Specs smart glasses launch 2026 to challenge Meta and lure creators into everyday mixed reality.
Costco’s Executive members score a $10 Instacart credit each month on same-day orders over $150—fresh relief as grocery inflation outpaces CPI.
Apple’s long-awaited Siri overhaul—powered by Apple Intelligence—won’t hit your iPhone until at least spring 2026, according to a new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. That puts its release nearly two years after it was originally teased and raises a serious question: by the time it finally arrives, will anyone still care?
Israel’s massive pre-dawn raid wipes out Iran’s nuclear chiefs, sparks drone counterattack, and pushes the region to the brink of full-scale war.
AI is flipping the script on link building. What used to be a slog of cold emails and clunky spreadsheets is finally getting smarter, faster, and easier. If link building has ever made you question your career choices, 2025’s AI trends might just change your mind. Let’s break down what’s shaping the future.
You might scroll past a QR code without a second thought, but they’ve become the silent backbone of digital interaction. Whether you’re logging in, connecting devices, or unlocking real-time content, a solid QR code generator free is now just as essential as your Wi-Fi password.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 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 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 releases her seventh album Man’s Best Friend with bold lyrics, multiple covers, and a Colman Domingo–starring video for “Tears.” Fans are divided.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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 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.
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 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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