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.
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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.
Identity Verification in Healthcare: Why It’s More Important Than Ever
Remember when visiting a doctor meant sitting in a waiting room, flipping through outdated magazines, and silently hoping you wouldn’t catch something worse than what you came in with? Those days are quickly fading. Telemedicine is no longer a backup plan—it’s becoming the go-to for millions of people.
How People Search Sites Strengthen Their Brand by Helping Find Old Classmates
What if the girl who passed you that folded note in 8th grade homeroom is just a few clicks away? Or the boy who lent you his jacket during that rainy class trip? Time and distance scatter friends, but modern digital platforms are quietly rebuilding those connections. Today, people search sites do more than index names—they enable stories to reconnect and friendships to reignite.
5 Funnel Mistakes That Are Killing Your Conversions (And How to Fix Them)
Even the best products and traffic sources can’t save a broken funnel. You might have an irresistible offer, but if your conversion path is riddled with small gaps like weak CTAs or confusing landing pages, you’re losing leads before they ever become buyers. These subtle mistakes can quietly chip away at your conversion rate, especially in affiliate marketing, where every click counts.
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.
BYD Tops Tesla in Europe’s EV Race for First Time
BYD edges past Tesla in April EU EV sales—7,231 vs 7,165—signaling a seismic shift in Europe’s electric-car hierarchy and stoking fresh price pressure.
Bitcoin Smashes $112K as Institutions Pile In and US Debt Worries Grow
Bitcoin surges above $112 K on ETF demand, corporate buys, and pro-crypto US policy, outshining shaky stocks and debt-downgrade jitters.
Augmented Reality and Packaging: The Future of Interactive Brand Engagement
Discover how Augmented Reality packaging is transforming brand engagement in 2025—enhancing unboxing, storytelling, and customer experience at scale.
Trump Threatens 25 % Tariff on iPhones and 50 % Levy on All EU Imports
Trump vows 25 % duty on foreign-made iPhones and 50 % tariff on EU imports from 1 June, risking pricier phones, costlier goods, and fresh market turmoil.
House OKs Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill,’ Sends $3.8 T Tax-Cut Package to Senate
House squeaks through Trump’s $3.8 T tax-cut plan 215-214; Medicaid, SNAP cuts spur deficit fears as bill heads to a divided Senate before July 4.
Web Summit Debuts in North America, Puts Vancouver’s Cleantech on Center Stage
Web Summit’s first North American edition lands in Vancouver, with a Climate Innovation Zone spotlighting BC cleantech, daily power pitches, and big deals ahead.
G42, OpenAI & NVIDIA Unite to Build ‘Stargate UAE’—World’s Biggest AI Cluster Outside the U.S.
G42, OpenAI and tech giants unveil Stargate UAE: a 1-GW AI super-cluster in Abu Dhabi, first 200 MW online 2026, powering next-gen research and industry.
OpenAI Buys Jony Ive’s io for $6.5 B, Sets Sights on AI-First Consumer Hardware
OpenAI buys Jony Ive’s io for $6.5 B, forming a hardware arm to craft voice-first AI devices that could rival the iPhone’s impact.
TD Bank to Trim 2 % of Jobs, Targets $650 M in Annual Savings
TD Bank to cut 2 % of staff, book up to $700 M in charges, and chase $650 M yearly savings as tariffs and credit risks weigh on second-quarter results.
Turbocharge Your Instagram Presence: Find Creative Means of Winning Followers
Today, in the digital world, all people want to increase their followers on Instagram, and there are grounds for that. Social media sites, such as Instagram, have become the key instruments for businesses, influencers, and content creators to promote their personal brands. Increase in following means trust and credibility and is a highly valuable asset for anyone out there to do well in the cut throat world of social media. Although there are many methods out there, using the right approach is a key to success for the long haul. One of the companies out there that are driving efforts to help users increase their reach is Plixi that provides effective tools to increase Instagram engagement and followers naturally.
The Role of Influencer Marketing in the Car Rental Industry
Quality and systematic marketing can have a significant impact on a variety of businesses. The luxury car rental industry is no exception. It requires communicating the benefits to customers, offering the widest range of services, and simply providing quality advice. Trinity Rental stands out for its comprehensive marketing, having been in the industry for a long time and offering quality services. The rest of the article will look at what marketing can do for a business.
Canada Post Faces Friday Walkout as Union Rejects 13 % Wage Offer
Postal union rebuffs Canada Post’s 13 % raise, citing part-time push and benefit delays; strike could halt mail nationwide after Friday’s midnight deadline.
Building a Distinctive Brand: What Cash Home Buyers in Portland Really Want
Portland’s dynamic real estate market has become an attractive landscape for investors and sellers alike, especially with the rise of fast-paced, cash-based transactions. Amidst this shift, building a distinctive and trusted brand has become essential for real estate professionals and home buyers looking to succeed in a highly competitive environment. The key lies in understanding what motivates today’s buyers, particularly those who prioritize speed and transparency over traditional purchasing processes. To dive deeper into strategies that elevate visibility and credibility, this guide on branding real estate agents offers valuable insights tailored to today’s market dynamics.
Moody’s Downgrade Spurs Treasury Sell-Off, Pushing Rates Toward New Highs
Moody’s cuts US debt to Aa1, driving 30-year yields over 5 %. Expect costlier mortgages, cards, and loans unless Washington reins in ballooning deficits.
Two Israeli Embassy Staff Killed Near Capital Jewish Museum
Two Israeli Embassy staff tragically killed in DC shooting. Investigate security, geopolitical tensions & global diplomatic safety.
Tornado Outbreak Leaves 28 Dead and Up to $11 B in Damage Across Central US
More than 70 tornadoes kill 28 and rack up $9–$11 B in damage from Missouri to Kentucky; 2025 now on track for worst US tornado year in a decade.
Trump Reveals $25 B ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Shield, Eyes 2030 Completion
Trump pitches $25 B “Golden Dome” shield of satellites and interceptors to defend US from hypersonic, space-launched missiles—critics warn of huge costs.
Allies Warn Israel: Lift Gaza Blockade or Face Sanctions, Say UK, France, Canada
UK, France and Canada warn Israel to reopen Gaza crossings or face sanctions as aid trickle and fresh offensives deepen fears of famine and displacement.
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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