Pope Francis now has a state-of-the-art electric vehicle to greet his followers. Mercedes-Benz, a longtime partner of the Vatican, delivered the custom-built EV, which is based on their iconic G-Class design.
Tesla owners, get ready to unwrap some digital gifts this season. The annual holiday software update is rolling out, and it’s packed with features to make your car smarter, more fun, and even safer.
Avril Lavigne is keeping the music going. The pop-punk star announced more Canadian dates for her 2025 Greatest Hits tour, with stops in Halifax, London, and Niagara Falls. "I wasn’t ready for it to be over," Lavigne said on Instagram.
Foot Locker shares fell 8% after the company reported a 1.4% drop in revenue to $1.96 billion for the third quarter, missing Wall Street’s $2.01 billion expectation. CEO Mary Dillon pointed to weaker demand for Nike products, which make up 60% of the retailer’s sales, as a key factor.
Adventure is calling! Indiana Jones and the Great Circle lands this week, and fans are buzzing with excitement. If you grabbed the premium edition, you can jump into the action as early as December 6 at 7 p.m. ET. For everyone else, the game officially launches on December 8, with a simultaneous worldwide release across Xbox and PC.
McDonald’s Snack Wrap is making a highly anticipated return in 2025, and fans couldn’t be more excited. The announcement, made by McDonald’s USA President Joe Erlinger during an exclusive interview with Good Morning America, has sparked waves of nostalgia and excitement across social media.
Bitcoin has hit a new milestone, crossing $100,000 for the first time after a surge linked to Donald Trump's election victory. The jump began after Trump announced plans to nominate a crypto-friendly SEC chair and pushed for policies to promote cryptocurrency in the U.S.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, offering a look at your listening habits and the global music trends of the year. Whether it’s new features or top global artists, Wrapped 2024 delivers a snapshot of the music, podcasts, and stories that defined the year.
General Motors announced a $5 billion loss tied to its struggling Chinese joint ventures. Sales in the region dropped nearly 20% this year, reducing GM’s market share in China from over 15% in 2015 to 6.8% today.
Amazon is building one of the world’s largest AI supercomputers, powered by its Trainium 2 chips. The system, developed in partnership with AI company Anthropic, will be five times larger than the setups used for the most advanced AI models today.
A political crisis has erupted in South Korea after President Yoon Suk Yeol's sudden declaration of martial law was met with fierce opposition. The move, intended to restrict political activities and control the media, led to a dramatic standoff between the president and lawmakers.
Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was fatally shot outside a hotel in New York City on Wednesday morning. The incident took place just before 7 a.m. outside the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, where Thompson was scheduled to speak later in the day. He was rushed to the hospital but died shortly after.
WWE has confirmed that "WWE Monday Night Raw" will remain family-friendly when it moves to Netflix in January 2025. Despite rumors of more mature content, WWE execs, including President Nick Khan and Chief Content Officer Paul Levesque, made it clear that the show will keep its "TV-PG" rating, ensuring it's safe for all ages. The move to Netflix will also make the show available globally, reaching more fans than ever before.
Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan have decided to take a break from their year-long relationship.
The first eight minutes of Kraven the Hunter have been released online, offering fans an early look at the highly anticipated film. The clip introduces Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Sergei Kravinoff, also known as Kraven, and sets the tone for the movie’s gritty and action-packed storyline. This
Chris Rock and Martin Short are set to host the final two Saturday Night Live episodes of December, closing out an exciting season for the show. On December 14, Chris Rock will return to host for the fourth time, with musical guest Gracie Abrams making her SNL debut.
Hyundai Motor America had a record-breaking November, seeing a big jump in car sales compared to the same time last year. The company sold over 76,000 vehicles, with a noticeable increase in demand for electric and hybrid models.
Scotiabank’s stock dropped over 1% on Tuesday after the bank shared its fourth-quarter results. The bank reported a 5.5% increase in net interest income, reaching C$4.92 billion. However, non-interest income fell slightly to C$3.6 billion. Total revenue grew 3% compared to last year, and adjusted earnings per share rose to C$1.57 from C$1.23.
China is hitting back at the U.S. by banning the export of key rare minerals, including gallium, germanium, and antimony. These materials are essential for making semiconductors, electric vehicle batteries, and even military gear. The move comes right after the U.S. imposed new restrictions on China’s access to advanced chipmaking tools and technology, citing national security concerns.
Kendrick Lamar has revealed plans for a major 2025 tour, the Grand National Tour, with SZA joining as a featured guest. The tour supports his surprise album GNX and will visit 21 cities across North America. Starting in Minneapolis on April 19 and ending in Landover, Maryland, on June 18, the tour includes stops in Los Angeles, St. Louis, Houston, and Toronto. Fans can purchase presale tickets starting December 4 via Cash App, with general sales beginning December 6 on the official tour site.
Whole Foods has unveiled a new concept: the “Daily Shop,” a smaller version of its well-known grocery stores. The first location has opened on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, catering to customers who make frequent, quick trips for groceries rather than large weekly hauls. This concept is perfect for the urban shopper.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched "data transfer terminals," physical locations where companies can securely upload large amounts of data to the cloud. These terminals, currently in Los Angeles and New York, require appointments and are designed to keep transfers safe from online risks.
AC/DC is finally returning to the stage for their first North American tour in nine years. The legendary rock band will play 13 shows across the U.S. and Canada in 2025.
Carlos Tavares has resigned as CEO of Stellantis after disagreements with the board of directors. The company, which owns Jeep and Dodge, announced the news on Sunday, adding that Chairman John Elkann will lead an interim team while they search for a new CEO.
Plaintiffs suing over Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs now number in the thousands under MDL 3094 in Philadelphia, and several outlets estimate combined claims could exceed $2 billion, while Novo Nordisk denies wrongdoing and continues separate actions against compounders.
After fan speculation tied a VIFF teaser to Taylor Swift’s next era, the Vancouver International Film Festival clarified there will be no Swift film or documentary premiering at VIFF 2025; the full lineup arrives August 27.
Netflix’s August slate is stacked, with Wednesday Season 2 rolling out in two parts, political thriller Hostage set for Aug 21, and all star whodunit The Thursday Murder Club arriving Aug 28, plus fresh films like My Oxford Year.
After a burst of headlines from a Montreal dinner and concert sighting, reports now say Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau have eased back to friendly terms, with no official confirmation of a romance.
MTV named Sabrina Carpenter among the first performers for the 2025 VMAs, with LL Cool J hosting and honors for Ricky Martin and Busta Rhymes. The show airs Sept 7 from UBS Arena on CBS, MTV, and Paramount Plus.
Air Canada and the flight attendants’ union reached a mediated, tentative agreement on August 19, ending a four day stoppage. Service begins resuming this evening, with full operations expected in seven to ten days.
Cambridge Dictionary added over 6,000 new entries on August 18, 2025, including viral terms like skibidi, delulu, and tradwife, reflecting how internet culture is reshaping everyday English.
Canada’s labour board ruled the flight attendants’ walkout unlawful and ordered crews back, while Air Canada pulled its Q3 and full-year guidance amid mass cancellations and mounting uncertainty.
Walmart has teamed with StockX to run limited Labubu “daily drops” on Walmart.com through August 22, offering authenticated Pop Mart collectibles in small batches and signaling a bigger push into high demand resale categories.
Terence Stamp, the Oscar-nominated face of 1960s British cinema and the unforgettable General Zod in Superman, has died at 87. Family confirmed his passing on August 17, with tributes pouring in from filmmakers and fans.
Taylor Swift’s announcement of The Life of a Showgirl has sparked an orange wave across the U.S., with brands and landmarks flipping their palettes and fans fueling record engagement ahead of the album’s October 3 release.
Paramount’s The Naked Gun reboot is winning on word of mouth, approaching $50M domestic and topping $72M worldwide as audiences embrace Liam Neeson’s slapstick turn and a sharp 85 minute cut.
President Trump and Vladimir Putin met in Anchorage on August 15 but left without a Ukraine ceasefire. Trump shifted toward a broader peace deal while reports surfaced of Kremlin demands and a planned White House meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
CUPE says Air Canada’s 10,000 flight attendants will stay off the job despite a federal back-to-work directive, forcing the carrier to delay its restart and extending travel chaos across Canada.
On August 15, 2025, Lana Del Rey previewed a new song that appears to call out Ethel Cain, prompting social media crossfire, blocking claims, and a wave of alt pop debate.
Sabrina Carpenter revealed new alternate artwork for her upcoming album “Man’s Best Friend,” reigniting debate over the original cover’s imagery and the project’s satirical intent ahead of its August 29 release.
Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a roughly $1.6B stake in UnitedHealth and revealed fresh portfolio moves, trimming Apple, exiting T-Mobile, and adding to housing and industrial names.
Amazon is rolling out same day delivery for perishable groceries in 1,000 plus U.S. cities with plans to reach 2,300 by year end, folding fresh food into a one cart shopping experience that directly targets Walmart’s grocery advantage.
A fresh feud has emerged in the alt-pop world after Lana Del Rey previewed a song snippet on Instagram directly referencing Ethel Cain.
The Boston Celtics are being sold for a record $6.1B to an investor group led by Bill Chisholm, with league approval and a transition plan through 2028.
Cristiano Ronaldo proposed to Georgina Rodriguez with a 50–60 carat diamond ring worth $3M, outshining Mariah Carey, Kim Kardashian, and Lauren Sánchez’s famous rings.
Pop Mart and regulators are sounding the alarm over dangerous counterfeit “Labubu” dolls flooding global markets. Here’s what’s risky, how to spot a fake, and what steps buyers and retailers should take now.
CUPE issues a 72-hour strike notice; Air Canada begins a phased shutdown that could affect up to 130,000 travelers a day and halt most operations by Saturday.
UFC CEO Dana White confirms the first-ever MMA fight at the White House on July 4, 2026, marking America’s 250th birthday and tied to a $1.1B Paramount deal.
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