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Mediators to 'fragile' US-Iran truce urge restraint as violations reported
The mediators of a fragile US-Iran ceasefire urged all sides Wednesday to respect the truce as Gulf states endured attacks and Israel launched a massive bombing of Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon.
Suspect remains silent in Swiss bar fire probe
A former fire safety official in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana remained silent when questioned Wednesday by prosecutors investigating a deadly New Year blaze, his lawyer said.
Oil prices plunge, stocks surge on US-Iran ceasefire
Oil and gas prices plunged, stock markets soared and the dollar retreated Wednesday after the United States and Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Researchers unmask trade in nude images on Telegram
Tens of thousands of intimate images of women have been traded without the subjects' consent in Telegram groups and channels, researchers said Wednesday, calling for the platform to combat the practice.
German factory orders rise in February but energy shock looms
German industrial orders rebounded in February due to strong overseas demand, data showed Wednesday, but officials warned that the Middle East war energy shock would likely derail the positive momentum.
Crude prices plunge, stocks surge as US and Iran agree ceasefire
Oil prices plunged Wednesday while stocks rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will see Tehran temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
NXT Energy Solutions Announces SFD Survey Contract
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / April 8, 2026 / NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX:SFD)(OTCQB:NSFDF) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a contract to provide an SFD® survey to an independent oil and gas exploration company in South Asia. Details of this typical survey are to remain confidential at this time, at the Client's request. Data acquisition operations for this contract are expected to commence by the third quarter of 2026, and NXT's interpretations and recommendations are expected to be delivered during the fourth quarter of 2026.
IDC Defines the Next Era of Technology Intelligence with the Introduction of IDC Quanta(TM) at Directions 2026
New AI-powered platform establishes an embedded intelligence layer for the AI economy, delivering decision-grade insight
Gstaad Capital Corp. and Claranova Technologies Inc. Announce TSXV Conditional Acceptance and Filing of Filing Statement for Their Qualifying Transaction
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Horizon Aircraft and MHIRJ Join Forces to Advance Regional Air Mobility
Promising collaboration with MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) will advance the development of the Cavorite X7 through specialist engineering services and deep regional aviation expertise
Pakistan makes last-minute bid to avert Trump threat to destroy Iran
Pakistan made a last-minute proposal Tuesday to avert catastrophic US attacks on Iran, hours ahead of a deadline set by President Donald Trump who warned a "whole civilization will die tonight".
Global stocks mostly fall ahead of Trump's deadline for Iran
Global stock markets mostly retreated Tuesday as investors braced for US President Donald Trump's looming deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating attacks.
Iran says ready for anything after Trump warns 'whole civilization will die'
Iran said on Tuesday it was prepared for any eventuality, after US President Donald Trump warned "a whole civilization will die" if the Islamic republic did not heed a looming deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz.
Pershing Square unveils transaction valuing Universal Music at 55 bn euros
American hedge fund Pershing Square, led by the activist investor Bill Ackman, announced Tuesday a transaction valuing Universal Music Group at up to 55 billion euros, saying it believed the music giant was undervalued by stock markets.
Oil rises, stocks fall ahead of Trump's Iran deadline
Oil prices jumped and stocks slumped on Tuesday after US-Israeli strikes on the key Iranian oil export terminal of Kharg island, with investors bracing for US President Donald Trump's looming deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating attacks.
Oil rises, stocks fall as Trump's Iran deadline looms
Oil prices jumped Tuesday and stocks fell after US-Israeli strikes on the key Iranian oil export terminal of Kharg island, with investors bracing for US President Donald Trump's looming deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating attacks.
Oil, stocks rise as Trump's Iran deadline looms
Oil prices and stocks rose Tuesday as investors weighed the chances of Iran meeting US President Donald Trump's looming deadline to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz or face devastating infrastructure attacks.
US fund Pershing Square launches takeover bid for Universal Music
American hedge fund Pershing Square, led by the activist investor Bill Ackman, announced Tuesday that it had offered to buy Universal Music Group in a merger, saying it believed the music giant was undervalued by stock markets.
In Algeria, Saint Augustine's city anticipates Pope Leo's visit
On Algeria's sparkling Mediterranean coast, the city of Annaba is teeming with excitement as the one-time home of Saint Augustine readies for the country's first visit by a Catholic pontiff.
Oil prices rally, stocks edge up after Trump's latest Iran threat
Oil prices rose Tuesday while equities edged up tentatively as investors assessed Donald Trump's latest deadline for Iran to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz or be "decimated".
Oil prices rally, stocks mixed after Trump's latest Iran threat
Oil prices rose Tuesday while equities were mixed as investors assessed Donald Trump's latest deadline for Iran to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz or be "decimated".
Rio de Janeiro's gangs hijack buses to sow chaos in war with police
When police killed a drug kingpin in a Rio de Janeiro favela last month, armed men quickly surrounded a bus, forced the passengers to disembark and set it on fire in the middle of an avenue.
Formerra Announces Global Price Increase
CLEVELAND, OH / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2026 / Formerra, a leading distributor of performance materials, today announced a global price increase of $0.02 / lb on all products. The increase addresses higher operating costs related to rising material costs, exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. The adjustment goes into effect on April 15, 2026, or as contracts otherwise allow. Formerra remains committed to maintaining ample inventory levels and the service excellence our valued customers deserve.
Valsoft's Lighthouse Software Group Strengthens its Association Management Portfolio with the Acquisition of MemberLeap
MONTRÉAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2026 / Valsoft Corporation Inc. ("Valsoft"), a Canadian company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of MemberLeap, a Michigan-based provider of cloud-based association management software serving nonprofits, trade associations, and membership-based organizations across North America. The acquisition was completed through LSG Canada Inc., doing business as Lighthouse Software Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Valsoft.
Valsoft's Lighthouse Software Group Expands its Chamber of Commerce Software Footprint with the Acquisition of Chamber Nation
MONTREAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2026 / Valsoft Corporation Inc. ("Valsoft"), a Canadian company specializing in the acquisition and development of vertical market software businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Chamber Nation, a Texas-based provider of membership management and community commerce software purpose-built for chambers of commerce across the United States. The acquisition was completed through LSG Canada Inc., doing business as Lighthouse Software Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Valsoft.
Wall Street stocks rise on hopes for US-Iran ceasefire
Wall Street stocks pushed higher Monday on hopes for a ceasefire in the Middle East conflict even as oil prices also climbed.
Greece PM calls on European prosecutor to act 'without delay' on agriculture fraud
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday asked the European public prosecutor's office to launch "without delay" proceedings against lawmakers suspected to be involved in alleged fraud related to EU agricultural subsidies.
Oil pares gains as shares rise in Tokyo, Seoul
Oil prices pared gains Monday after a spike following fresh threats in the war in the Middle East, while Tokyo and Seoul shares closed higher.
Tokyo, Seoul shares gain, war sends oil higher
Oil opened higher on Monday as the war in the Middle East squeezes energy supplies, with fresh threats from both sides quashing any hope of de-escalation for now.
Northfield Completes Issuance Of Class B Multiple Voting Shares
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 6, 2026 / Northfield Capital Corporation (TSXV:NFD.A) (the "Corporation") today announced the issuance of an aggregate of 8,263 Class B multiple voting shares of the Corporation (the "Class B Shares") to Mr. Robert Cudney, the President, Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Corporation, on a non-brokered private placement basis at a price of $5.20 per Class B Share, for aggregate gross proceeds of $42,967.60 (the "Class B Share Issue") in order for Mr. Cudney to maintain his pro rata voting interest in respect of the Class B Shares following the completion of the Corporation's previously announced acquisition (the "Juno Share Acquisition") of 8,664,675 common shares of Juno Corp. in consideration for the issuance of 6,301,580 class A restricted voting shares in the capital of the Corporation (the "Class A Shares"). For additional information on the Juno Share Acquisition and the Class B Share Issue, please see the Corporation's news release dated April 2, 2026.
Black Iron Announces Private Placement of Units for Gross Proceeds of up to US$1.7 million
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Major sponsors drop Kanye West London gigs as PM voices concern
Drinks giants Pepsi and Diageo on Sunday pulled out of sponsoring a music festival in London headlined by US rapper Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic outbursts.