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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Find out the top 10 email automation tools of 2025. Exploit automated marketing campaign features, prices and advantages to increase ROI in your marketing.
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
What are the core concepts of marketing that still fuel success? Learn about the basics that your brand needs to embrace to convert and retain customers.
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
As can be seen from the analytical data, most large insurance companies are moving toward high-quality services and increasing their geographical coverage.This requires them to invest in the development of customized solutions for different markets, such as Europe and the US.That is why Diceus is actively working to meet these needs by developing customized products for insurance companies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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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.
Former President Biden Begins Treatment Talks After Stage-4 Prostate Cancer News
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CATL Surges 18% in Hong Kong’s Biggest 2025 IPO as EV Battery Demand Soars
CATL’s Hong Kong debut jumps 18%, raising US$4.55 B to fund new EV-battery plants and R&D, reinforcing its lead despite US trade tensions.
OpenAI Launches Codex, a Standalone AI Agent That Codes Without You
OpenAI is making a bold play in the coding space with the launch of Codex, its new AI-powered software engineering agent. Unlike most dev tools that sit beside you as you work, Codex runs completely on its own in the cloud—writing code, fixing bugs, running tests, and reviewing codebases without needing constant input.
OpenAI Unveils Codex: Web-Based Agent Automates Coding Tasks
OpenAI’s Codex turns ChatGPT Pro into a browser-based coding agent that writes, tests, and explains code, helping devs automate chores without hidden surprises.
Fresh DOJ Inquiry Sends UnitedHealth Shares to New Five-Year Lows
DOJ criminal probe into Medicare billing knocks UnitedHealth stock 7%, compounding leadership shake-up and earlier profit worries.
Israeli Air Strikes Kill 114 in Gaza as Ground Push Looms
At least 114 killed as Israeli jets pound Gaza, hospitals overflow, and ceasefire talks stumble amid deepening humanitarian crisis.
Cannes Film Festival Says ‘No’ to Nudity on the Red Carpet This Year
The Cannes Film Festival has officially updated its dress code—and this time, it’s taking aim at bare-all looks. As the 78th edition gets underway, organizers have clarified a long-unspoken rule: full nudity is now explicitly banned across all areas of the festival, including the red carpet.
Microsoft Cuts 6,000 Jobs, Trimming 3% of Global Workforce
Microsoft slashes 6,000 jobs to streamline ops despite record earnings, trimming layers as it pivots deeper into AI-first cloud strategy.
U.S. Tech Giants Score Major AI Deals as Trump Tours Gulf, Nvidia Leads the Charge
U.S. tech firms just landed a wave of AI deals across the Middle East, with Nvidia, Cisco, and others inking agreements as President Trump tours the Gulf region, boasting $600 billion in AI investment commitments from Saudi Arabia alone.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Set for Global Release This May
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