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Tokyo leads Asia stock surge on growing Mideast peace hopes
Tokyo's Nikkei index soared Thursday to lead another strong rally across Asia stocks, fuelled by growing optimism the Iran war is close to ending and the revival of demand for all things AI.
Africa's Lobito Corridor chief tells AFP business, not geopolitics, drives strategy
The chief executive of the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) project to link southern African mines to an Angolan export port says his priority is the business of the operation, not the geopolitical tussle over Africa's minerals.
Source Energy Services Reports Q1 2026 Results
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / May 7, 2026 / TSX:SHLE
Redwood AI Approved to Receive National Research Council of Canada Funding for its Q-SAFE Chemical Screening Project for Defence and Security Applications
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 7, 2026 / Redwood AI Corp. (CSE:AIRX)(OTCQB:RDWCF)(Frankfurt:Y0N, WKN:A422EZ) ("Redwood" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Redwood AI Operations Inc., has been approved to receive advisory services and funding of up to C$240,000 from the National Research Council of Canada's (NRC) Industrial Research Assistance Program ("NRC IRAP") to support its research and development project, "Quantum-enhanced optimization for hazardous chemical risk classification" (Q-SAFE). This is a new initiative focused on improving hazardous chemical risk classification using artificial intelligence and quantum-enhanced optimization methods, with applications the Company believes relevant to defence-related companies and industrial organizations involved in chemical screening and risk assessment.
Adcore to Publish First Quarter 2026 Results on May 14, 2026
The Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss those results on May 14 at 10AM ET
EV Nickel Reports Significant High-Grade Intersection of 34.60m Grading 1.06% Nickel at Langmuir #2
EV26-L08 intersected 34.60m grading 1.06% Ni, incl. 13.70m grading 1.76% Ni, 5.60m grading 3.00% NiIntercept confirms down plunge extension of high grade nickel sulphides at Langmuir #2All 3 holes on Langmuir South Zone intersect significant nickel mineralizationHoles L06 and L07 intersect additional high-nickel tenors sulphides associated with Langmuir South
Musk's SpaceX strikes data center deal with Anthropic
AI startup Anthropic announced Wednesday it has agreed to a major computing partnership with Elon Musk's SpaceX, securing access to a vast data center as the Claude maker scrambles to keep pace with surging demand for its AI services.
Virus-hit cruise ship heads for Spain as evacuees land in Europe
A cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak will reach the Spanish island of Tenerife "within three days", with the evacuation of passengers to start from May 11, Spain said Wednesday.
Virus-hit cruise ship evacuees land in Europe
A plane believed to be carrying a passenger from a cruise ship struck by the deadly hantavirus landed in the Netherlands on Wednesday after patients were evacuated from the vessel off Cape Verde.
Trump sees 'very good chance' of Iran deal, but threatens strikes if not
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he believed there was "a very good chance" of sealing a peace deal with Iran, but threatened to resume his bombardment of the country if negotiations fell apart.
EU risks financial hit if Chinese suppliers forced out: trade group
A group representing Chinese companies warned Wednesday the EU would suffer hundreds of billions of euros in losses if Chinese telecoms suppliers are banned in the bloc over cybersecurity concerns.
G7 decries 'economic coercion' in swipe at China
The trade ministers of the Group of Seven leading industrialised nations Wednesday criticised "economic coercion" by powers placing arbitrary restrictions on exports, particularly critical minerals, in a clear swipe at China.
Trump threatens new Iran strikes, piling on pressure for peace deal
US President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Wednesday with renewed bombing if it did not agree to a peace deal, piling on pressure after he abandoned an effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz citing hopes for a breakthrough.
Disney shares jump after results top expectations
Disney shares jumped in pre-market trading Wednesday as the entertainment giant reported better than expected revenues and profits, thanks in part to growth in its streaming business.
Hopes rise for Iran deal as US halts guiding ships in Hormuz
The United States and a key mediator in the Middle East war expressed new hope of talks leading to a peace deal with Iran on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump halted a plan to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Biogas helps cut bills, deforestation in east DR Congo
Julienne Mukelenge no longer worries about toxic fumes or power cuts when cooking at her home in Goma, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, after switching to biogas, a renewable energy source that is cheaper and locally produced.
Indonesia eyes e-commerce ban for under-16s: minister to AFP
Indonesia's government is mulling an e-commerce ban for under-16s, the communications minister told AFP Wednesday, hot on the heels of Jakarta imposing a sweeping social media prohibition for teens.
Venezuela to ICJ: Rights to oil-rich region 'inalienable'
Venezuela's rights to the oil-rich territory of Essequibo are "inalienable", its representative told the top UN court on Wednesday at hearings aimed at resolving a centuries-old border dispute with Guyana.
Philips profits double in first quarter
Philips said Wednesday its first-quarter profits had doubled, maintaining its sales forecasts as the Dutch electronics and medical device manufacturer seeks to turn the page on a scandal involving faulty sleep machines.
Fresh UAE attacks blamed on Iran draw new reality in the Gulf
Hours after the UAE's top oil executive said the country had "emerged stronger" from war and as thousands attended an Abu Dhabi summit to boost the local economy, phones across the country were alerting that missiles were incoming.
New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. Announces Pricing of $20 Million Offering of Common Shares
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. ("Horizon Aircraft" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:HOVR), an advanced aerospace company developing one of the first hybrid-electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) aircraft, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with certain institutional investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 9,254,889 Class A Ordinary Shares ("Common Shares"). The offering is expected to result in gross proceeds of approximately $20 million, before deducting offering expenses. The closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about May 8, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Horizon Aircraft intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund and accelerate development and buildout of the Cavorite X7 aircraft program, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes.
MARS Energy Group Completes 10th Acquisition, Deepening Its California Footprint in Solar and Roofing Markets
MARS Energy Group acquires Solar Savings Direct (dba Solar and Roof Direct) and Sequoia Roofing & Construction, marking its 9th and 10th acquisitions to date. The transactions position MARS as a preeminent player in the Northern California region, in addition to its leading market presence in Southern California.
Case IQ Advances Its Leadership Position in AI For Investigations with Playbooks
Clairia Playbooks is a new way to guide and tailor AI toward investigative outcomes that ethics, compliance, and HR teams can trust.
Jericho Energy Ventures Provides Status Update on Year-End Financial Filings
TULSA, OK AND VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / Jericho Energy Ventures Inc. (TSXV:JEV)(OTCID:JROOF)(FRA:JLM) ("Jericho", "JEV" or the "Company"), further to its news release dated April 30, 2026, announces that its audited annual financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, along with the related management's discussion and analysis and CEO and CFO certifications (collectively, the "Financials"), which were due to be filed on April 30, 2026, are now expected to be filed on or about May 8, 2026.
Alset AI Acquires Chaco Minerals Debenture Adding Approximately $1.3 Million Investment to Balance Sheet to Offset Lyken.AI Receivables and Strengthen Investment Portfolio
Transaction Provides Exposure for Alset AI to Important Critical Minerals in the Global Energy Transition while Improving Lyken.AI's Financial Position as it Pursues Strategic Growth Opportunities
Silver Range Advances the Sniper Property
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / Silver Range Resources Ltd. (TSXV:SNG) ("Silver Range") is pleased to provide an update on the Sniper Property in western Nevada.
US declares Iran offensive over, warns force remains an option
The United States has completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday, even as Washington warned it was ready to unleash a "devastating" response to any new attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Mexican BTS fans go wild as concerts grow near
Dancers bounced to the sound of BTS on an avenue in Mexico City, clapping and screaming at a pep rally kicking off a string of concerts by the South Korean superstars.
Europe's first commercial robotaxi service rolls out in Croatia
For nearly a month, a Croatian company has been rolling out what it says is Europe's first robotaxi service on the streets of Zagreb, with AFP among the first journalists to try it on Tuesday.
Suspected hantavirus cases to be evacuated from cruise ship
Two seriously ill crew members on a cruise ship stricken by a deadly hantavirus outbreak will be evacuated via Cape Verde to the Netherlands, allowing the vessel to sail on to Spain's Canary Islands, the operator said Tuesday.
Rolling Stones announce July 10 release of new album 'Foreign Tongues'
The Rolling Stones will release a new album on July 10 named "Foreign Tongues", the legendary British rockers announced on Tuesday.
EU urges US to stick to tariff deal terms
The United States must respect its tariff agreement with the EU, the bloc's trade chief told his American counterpart Tuesday, after President Donald Trump threatened to hike levies on European cars.