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.
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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.
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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
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Residential Proxies for Fraud Detection and Prevention
In a world where cybercrime is becoming more sophisticated and geographically dispersed, enterprises must be proactive in safeguarding their assets, data, and customers. For many security teams, residential proxies are now a core component of a broader fraud detection and prevention strategy. By routing internet requests through real, consumer-grade IP addresses, they enable businesses to investigate, validate, and monitor suspicious activity without tipping off malicious actors.
Compact Mini PC Solutions for Modern Workspaces
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Core Concepts of Marketing: 7 Basics Brands Must Know About
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Minecraft Translate: How to Translate Your Game and Why It Matters
Minecraft is not just a game – it’s a global phenomenon. With over 300 million copies sold and a community that spans across every continent, Minecraft's accessibility in multiple languages has been vital to its massive success. Behind this seamless multilingual experience lies a sophisticated process known as video game localization, or more specifically, efforts to translate game content for a worldwide audience. In this article, we’ll explore the concept of Minecraft translate, how translation impacts gameplay, and how tools like Crowdin are transforming the way developers manage multilingual content. Whether you're a fan, a developer, or a linguist interested in translating video games, this article is your complete guide to Minecraft localization and translation workflows.
Ozempic Faces Wave Of Lawsuits As Claims Top $2 Billion
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.
VIFF Confirms There’s No Taylor Swift Film Premiere
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 Summer Round Up: Wednesday S2, Hostage, Thursday Murder Club Lead August
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.
Katy Perry–Justin Trudeau Rumor Cools To Friendship
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.
2025 VMAs Lineup Revealed: Sabrina Carpenter Leads First Wave
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 Strike Ends After Mediated Deal; Flights Restart Tonight
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.
The 9 Best AI Answering Services by Industry in 2025
Last year, two people in my network hit the same problem from opposite sides. One runs a family dental clinic; the other manages reservations for a popular downtown restaurant. Both were losing customers. One to unanswered calls during business hours, the other to missed weekend voicemails. The solution wasn’t more staff. It was the right AI answering service for their industries.
Insurance market analytics: companies are moving toward quality
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How Strong Branding Principles Can Elevate Thought Leadership Content
In today’s competitive landscape, businesses and professionals alike are constantly vying for attention and recognition. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through thought leadership content. But what makes a piece of thought leadership stand out? How can brands ensure that their message resonates not only with their audience but also solidifies their authority in the industry? The answer lies in strong branding principles. When executed correctly, branding can turn ordinary content into compelling, influential thought leadership that both informs and engages.
Skibidi, Delulu And Tradwife Enter The Cambridge Dictionary
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 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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