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China's consumption slide deepens as tariff war bites
China said Saturday that consumer prices slumped in April for the third straight month, reflecting persistent challenges as leaders attempt to revive an economy stymied by sluggish spending and a fierce trade war with Washington.
Gabon longs to cash in on sacred hallucinogenic remedy
Beneath yellow fruit, hidden within the roots of the iboga plant in the forests of Gabon, lies a sacred treasure that the country is keen to make the most of.
Stocks mixed as global markets eye US-China tariff talks
Global stocks were mixed Friday as markets awaited weekend US-China talks amid hopes for a deescalation in the trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Serbia's Vucic seeks low-price gas in Putin meeting
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic asked Vladimir Putin during a meeting Friday to keep providing his country with cut-price gas, an arrangement the Russian leader said they would "definitely" discuss.
Dozens of minors killed in Mexico cartel infighting
Dozens of minors have been killed during months of fighting between two factions of the Sinaloa drug cartel in northwestern Mexico, a local ombudsman said Friday.
US, Swiss agree to speed up tariff talks
Switzerland and the United States agreed Friday to speed up negotiations towards a deal on averting further tariffs planned by Washington, the Swiss president said after talks with top US officials.
Trump suggests lower 80% China tariff ahead of Geneva trade talks
US President Donald Trump signaled on Friday that he could lower tariffs on Chinese imports, as the rival superpowers prepare for trade talks in Switzerland over the weekend.
British Airways owner unveils big Boeing, Airbus order
IAG, owner of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia, announced Friday a multi-billion dollar order for Boeing and Airbus planes, as it maintained its outlook despite economic uncertainty.
Japan's Panasonic targets 10,000 job cuts worldwide
Japanese electronics giant Panasonic, which supplies batteries to Tesla, said Friday it will target 10,000 job cuts worldwide as part of efforts to boost profitability.
German lender Commerzbank's profits jump as it fends off UniCredit
German lender Commerzbank on Friday reported its best quarterly profit since 2011, ahead of a key shareholder meeting where it will seek to rally support to fend off advances from Italy's UniCredit.
China sales to US slump even as exports beat forecasts
China said Friday sales to the United States slumped last month while its total exports topped forecasts, as Beijing fought a gruelling trade war with its superpower rival.
Chinese fabric exporters anxious for US trade patch-up
Surrounded by samples of silk and glittering tweed in one of China's largest fabric markets, textiles exporter Cherry said she was anxiously awaiting the result of trade talks with the United States this weekend.
Former head of crypto platform Celsius sentenced 12 years
The founder and former CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency trading platform Celsius, Alexander Mashinsky, was sentenced Thursday to 12 years in prison on fraud charges.
CMiC and Constrafor Announce Partnership to Automate Insurance Compliance with AI-Powered Review
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 9, 2025 / CMiC, a leading provider of next generation construction ERP solutions, has announced a partnership with Constrafor, a software and fintech company specializing in construction procurement tools. The new integration combines CMiC's project management capabilities with Constrafor's AI-powered insurance review to accelerate and simplify insurance compliance for general contractors.
Southern ITS International (OTC: SITS), Doing Business as CorpHQ, Announces Completion of High-Volume Canning Line for RTD Coffee Production
MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 9, 2025 / Southern ITS International (OTC:SITS), operating under the brand name CorpHQ, today announced that its subsidiaries MiaCorp of Miami and strategic partner Ingenious Roasters have successfully completed installation of a new high-volume canning production line at the Miami-based manufacturing facility. The line is capable of producing approximately 1.2 million ready-to-drink (RTD) cans per month, marking a major step forward in the company's expansion into the functional beverage market.
SWK Holdings Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release Date and Conference Call
DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 9, 2025 / SWK Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq:SWKH) ("SWK" or the "Company"), a life science-focused specialty finance company catering to small- and mid-sized commercial-stage companies, today announced that it will issue its first quarter 2025 earnings results after the market close on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The Company will host a conference call to discuss its corporate and financial results on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am ET.
LD Law LLP Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Real Estate Law in Toronto Central
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 9, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to recognize LD Law LLP as the 2025 winner in the Real Estate Law category for the Toronto Central region. This honour underscores the firm's ongoing commitment to delivering reliable, client-focused legal support in real estate transactions.
Award-Winning Senior Living: Kingsway Place Retirement Residence Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award
AURORA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 9, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce Kingsway Place Retirement Residence as the 2025 winner in the Senior Care / Retirement Residences category for York Region. This recognition reflects the residence's commitment to providing exceptional care, comfort, and community for older adults in the region.
Ascendant Resources Announces Closing of Second and Final Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement
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Trump unveils UK trade deal, first since tariff blitz
US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a "historic" trade agreement Thursday, Trump's first deal with any country since he unleashed a blitz of sweeping global tariffs.
US automakers blast Trump's UK trade deal
The Trump administration's latest trade deal with Britain unfairly penalizes US automakers that have partnered with Canada and Mexico, a trade group representing Detroit automakers said Thursday.
US unveils ambitious air traffic control upgrade
The Trump administration unveiled Thursday a plan to overhaul the antiquated US air traffic control system, acting with industry and lawmakers' support on a hot-button issue after a deadly crash this year.
Trump hails 'breakthrough' US-UK trade deal
US President Donald Trump unveiled a "breakthrough" trade agreement with Britain on Thursday, the first deal with any country since he launched his global tariffs blitz.
Stocks rise as US-UK unveil trade deal
Stock markets mostly rose Thursday as US President Donald Trump unveiled a trade deal with Britain, boosting hopes for other countries' tariff negotiations.
UN says Israel school closures in east Jerusalem 'assault on children'
The head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees on Thursday decried an "assault on children" after Israel closed all six of its schools in annexed east Jerusalem, months after an Israeli ban on its activities took effect.
Bank of England cuts interest rate as US tariffs hit economy
The Bank of England on Thursday cut its key interest rate by a quarter point to 4.25 percent as the threat of US tariffs starts to weigh on economic growth.
Wolf protection downgrade gets green light in EU
EU lawmakers on Thursday gave the green light to downgrading wolf protections in the bloc, which will allow hunting to resume under strict criteria.
Stocks rise as Trump signals US-UK 'trade deal'
Stock markets and the dollar rose Thursday as US President Donald Trump touted plans to unveil a "major trade deal" with Britain, boosting hopes for other countries' tariff negotiations.
Stocks rise on trade hopes, London boosted by reports of deal
Asian markets were mixed Thursday ahead of weekend tariff talks between China and the United States, while London was boosted by reports that a "major trade deal" flagged by Donald Trump was with Britain.
Emirates airline group announces record $6.2 bn gross profit
Dubai's Emirates Group, which includes the Middle East's biggest airline, announced on Thursday gross annual profit of $6.2 billion, its third record in three years.
Toyota cites tariffs as it forecasts 35% net profit drop
Japanese auto giant Toyota forecast on Thursday a 35 percent year-on-year drop in net profit for the current financial year, citing Donald Trump's vehicle tariffs among other factors.
Global cult following keeps Le Creuset simmering
They feature in the Duchess of Sussex's "With Love, Meghan" Netflix cooking show. They've been spotted in rapper Snoop Dogg's kitchen. Top chefs can't live without them, and TikTok posts draw millions.