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
Netflix’s animated hit KPop Demon Hunters rockets to No. 1, racks up record views, and spins off real world sing along events as its lead single tops the Hot 100.
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.
Vancouver Lapu-Lapu Festival Tragedy: 11 Dead, 20+ Hurt as SUV Plows Into Crowd
SUV rams Vancouver’s Lapu-Lapu festival, killing 11 and injuring 20+. Suspect, 30, in custody; police probe motive.
When Will Canada’s 2025 Election Results Be Announced? Here’s What to Know
Canada Votes Today — Here’s When to Expect Election Results. The big question on everyone's mind: when will we know who won the Canadian election? Poll closing times are staggered across the country due to different time zones. If either the Liberals or Conservatives dominate early in the east, we can know as early as tonight.
Luigi Mangione Pleads Not Guilty in CEO Brian Thompson Murder; Death-Penalty Trial Set for 2026
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Federal prosecutors will seek the death penalty; trial likely in 2026.
Judge Rules Google Abused Power in Online Ads, Breakup Now on the Table
In a major blow to Big Tech, a U.S. judge ruled Thursday that Google illegally monopolized key parts of the online ad market, setting the stage for a possible breakup of its ad business.
Senior Russian General Killed in Moscow Car-Bomb; Kremlin Blames Kyiv
Car-bomb kills Gen Yaroslav Moskalik near Moscow home; Kremlin blames Ukraine as cease-fire talks continue.
Putin Calls Moscow Talks with Trump Envoy ‘Constructive’ as U.S. Pushes Ceasefire Deal
Putin and U.S. envoy Witkoff hold 3-hour “constructive” Kremlin talks on Ukraine peace plan; Trump says deal is “pretty close.”
Tesla Profits Dive 70% as Elon Musk Vows to Slash Time Spent on Trump’s “Doge” Agency
Tesla Q1 profit sinks 71%. Musk says he’ll slash time running Trump’s “Doge” agency as tariffs, boycotts and competition hammer EV demand.
Istanbul Rattled by Magnitude-6.2 Quake; Aftershocks Stoke Fears of ‘Big One’
A 6.2 quake off Istanbul sent residents fleeing into streets, injuring 150+ and igniting fears of a bigger North Anatolian Fault disaster.
White House Softens Tone: U.S.–China Duties Likely to Drop, Trump Admits
Trump says 145 % levies on Chinese imports will be cut “substantially, not to zero,” as White House scrambles to seal trade deals before tariff pause ends.
EU Slaps Apple and Meta with $800M in Fines, Escalating Digital Showdown with U.S.
The European Union has fined Apple and Meta a combined €700 million (roughly $800 million USD) for breaching the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), escalating both regulatory pressure and geopolitical friction between Brussels and Washington.
Intel Reportedly Planning Major Layoffs as New CEO Pushes Restructuring Effort
Intel is reportedly preparing to slash over 20,000 jobs in a sweeping cost-cutting move under the leadership of its new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, according to a Bloomberg report. The layoffs, which could be announced later this week, would mark one of the largest in the company’s history and come just months after Intel cut 15,000 jobs in 2024.
Pope Francis Dies at 88: The ‘People’s Pope’ Who Re‑shaped the Modern Church
Pope Francis, the first Latin‑American pontiff and champion of the marginalized, dies at 88. A look at his groundbreaking legacy and what comes next.
Instagram Tests AI to Catch Teens Faking Their Age
Instagram is ramping up its efforts to protect younger users by testing artificial intelligence tools that can detect whether teens are pretending to be adults on the platform. Parent company Meta announced that the app will now proactively review accounts for signs of age misrepresentation.
Chipotle Set to Open First Restaurant in Mexico by Early 2026 Through Alsea Partnership
Chipotle Mexican Grill is officially bringing its signature burritos and bowls to Mexico. The U.S.-based fast-casual chain announced today that it has signed a development agreement with Alsea S.A.B. de C.V., a leading restaurant operator across Latin America and Europe, to open its first location in Mexico by early 2026.
Iran–U.S. Nuclear Talks Resume in Rome as Trump Warns: Deal or War
U.S.‑Iran nuclear talks resume in Rome as Trump dangles “deal or war.” Enrichment limits, bomber threats and regional diplomacy set tense backdrop.
U.S. Releases 10,000 Pages on RFK Assassination After Trump Order
U.S. posts 10,000 pages on Robert F. Kennedy’s 1968 killing. Sirhan notes, FBI interviews and more released under Trump transparency order.
Putin Declares 30‑Hour ‘Easter Truce’ in Ukraine; Zelensky Says Shelling Continues
Putin orders a 30‑hour “Easter truce” in Ukraine. Kyiv agrees but says Russia already broke it. U.S. warns it may quit peace talks if no progress soon.
California Sues Trump Administration Over Sweeping Tariffs
California has become the first U.S. state to launch a legal challenge against President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, which have disrupted trade with key global partners.
Katy Perry Responds to Celebrity Backlash Over Controversial Space Flight
Katy Perry has subtly responded to the wave of backlash following her participation in Blue Origin’s all-female spaceflight earlier this week. The pop star, 40, faced harsh criticism from several celebrities, including Olivia Munn, Amy Schumer, and Emily Ratajkowski, who called the brief 11-minute space trip “disgusting,” “gluttonous,” and environmentally irresponsible.
Lyft Enters Europe with $200M Acquisition of FreeNow
Lyft is making its long-awaited move into the European market through a $198.4 million acquisition of mobility platform FreeNow from German automakers BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The deal nearly doubles Lyft’s addressable market and marks a major strategic push beyond North America.
AMD Warns of $800M Financial Impact from New U.S. Export Restrictions
AMD has announced it may face up to $800 million in charges following new U.S. export controls targeting its MI308 semiconductor products, which could restrict business with China, Hong Kong, Macau, and other regions. The tech giant confirmed it is seeking export licenses, though approvals remain uncertain.
President Freezes $2B in Federal Funds, Targets Harvard’s Independence
Trump freezes $2B in federal funds for Harvard and threatens its tax exemption, pushing the elite university to accept wide-ranging government-mandated reforms.
FTC Hearing: Zuckerberg’s Old Email Exposes Instagram Spinoff Plans
Court reveals a 2018 Zuckerberg email about spinning off Instagram, spotlighting Meta’s internal fear of antitrust crackdowns and Big Tech breakup threats.
China Halts Boeing Jet Purchases, Escalating U.S. Trade War Tensions
China suspends Boeing jet purchases and parts orders, retaliating against Trump’s tariffs, as global airline and aircraft supply chains brace for impact.
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