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MSNBC boss leaves ahead of Trump White House return
The head of the left-leaning US news channel MSNBC has quit, a source at the network told AFP Tuesday, just days before Donald Trump returns to the White House threatening to silence critical coverage.
Panama Canal will 'remain' Panamanian: UN maritime chief
The Panama Canal will remain Panamanian, the secretary general of the United Nation's maritime body told AFP on Tuesday, after Donald Trump refused to rule out using military force to seize the key waterway.
Amazon orders 200 Mercedes-Benz electric trucks
Online retailer Amazon has purchased 202 electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 vehicles from Germany's Daimler Truck, the automaker said Tuesday, marking both firms' largest-ever order for battery-powered lorries.
Amazon to invest over $5 bn in Mexico data center
Amazon will invest more than $5 billion in a data center in central Mexico, the e-commerce giant said on Tuesday, part of a push by big tech to add more storage facilities to meet the needs of AI.
Lindt chocolate to raise prices again this year
Swiss chocolate maker Lindt & Spruengli announced Tuesday that it would raise prices again in 2025 after strong sales last year showed that increases had not cut the appetite of consumers.
UK finance minister, hit by market woes, stands firm on growth
Britain's finance minister Rachel Reeves on Tuesday insisted the Labour government needed to "go further and faster" in its bid to kickstart economic growth in the face of UK markets turmoil.
Dozens rescued, 15 bodies pulled from South Africa mine
Over two dozen illegal miners were rescued and at least 15 bodies recovered from an abandoned gold mine in South Africa, as operations continued for a second day Tuesday to reach more people who have been underground for months.
Ukraine hits Russian army factories, energy hubs in 'massive' barrage
Ukraine fired missiles and drones at factories and energy facilities across Russia early on Tuesday, sparking fires hundreds of kilometres (miles) from the frontline, a source in Ukraine's SBU security services said.
NATO launches Baltic Sea patrols after suspected cable sabotage
The NATO military alliance said Tuesday it was launching a Baltic Sea monitoring mission following the suspected sabotage of undersea cables in recent months.
North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles into sea
North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea Tuesday, according to Seoul's military, in what experts said could be a message to US President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration.
'Not for the poor': Indonesians in capital face housing, commute woes
Scrolling on social media, Indonesian moviegoer Jessica Sihotang stumbled across a film depicting a fellow woman in her 30s struggling to make the dream of buying a Jakarta home a reality.
Trump's return threatens resurgence of trade wars
Donald Trump's second presidential term promises a return to tariffs as he pressures partners and rivals to tackle everything from migration to drug trafficking, while protecting US industries -- in moves that could trigger new trade wars.
GECC Reports Fiscal 2025 Q1 Financial Results
Global Education Communities Corp. (" GECC " or the " Company ") (TSX:GEC)(OTCQB:GECSF) reports that it has filed on SEDAR+ its fiscal 2025 first quarter financial statements (the " Q1 2025Financial Statements ") and related Management's Discussion & Analysis (the " MD&A ") (collectively, the " 2025 Q1 Financial Report ") for the first quarter ended November 30, 2024 (" Q12025 "). This news release should be read in conjunction with the 2025 Q1 Financial Report in its entirety. To review the 2025 Q1 Financial Report, please visit GECC's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.
RE Royalties Declares 2024 Fourth Quarter Shareholders Dividend Payment
All amounts in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated
Planet MicroCap Review Magazine for Winter 2024/2025 Now Online
Planet MicroCap, a global multimedia financial news, publishing and events company that focuses on delivering news, information, data and analytics for publicly traded microcap companies, today announced that the Winter 2024/2025 Issue of the Planet MicroCap Review Magazine is now available in digital format.
Snipp Interactive Secures Three-Year $1M+ SnippCARE Contract with Leading Global Health and Hygiene Product Company
Snipp Interactive Inc. ("Snipp" or the "Company") (TSXV:SPN)(OTC PINK:SNIPF), a global leader in innovative loyalty and promotional solutions, is pleased to announce a significant three-year contract exceeding $1 million with a global health and hygiene products company, featuring a flagship baby care product in its portfolio.
Grammys still set for February 2, will support LA fire relief
The Grammys, slated for February 2, will "proceed as planned" despite the devastating fires scorching Los Angeles, the Recording Academy said Monday.
Kazakhstan says part of Aral Sea has nearly doubled in volume
Kazakhstan said on Monday the northern part of the Aral Sea had nearly doubled in volume since 2008, a rare environmental success story in a region plagued by pollution.
Trial over Apple App Store 'surcharge' opens in UK
Apple was accused Monday of abusing the dominant position of its app store at the start of a court trial in the UK, with plaintiffs seeking £1.5 billion pounds ($1.8 billion) in damages.
Last tourist information centre in Paris closes
The last physical tourist information centre in Paris has closed, with officials saying Monday they will boost digital services to meet visitor demand for online information.
Oliviero Toscani, photographer famed for Benetton ads, dies aged 82
Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani, best known for his work on Benetton's provocative advertising campaigns in the 1980s and 1990s including one featuring an AIDS sufferer, died on Monday aged 82.
Markets track Wall St losses after blockbuster US jobs report
Asian and European markets sank Monday after an outsized US jobs report dealt another blow to hopes for more interest rate cuts, while oil extended a rally sparked by new sanctions on Russia's energy sector.
Billion-pound lawsuit against Apple over App Store opens in UK
Did US tech giant Apple abuse the dominant position of its app store in the UK? A trial opening Monday in which plaintiffs want more than one billion pounds is set to answer that question.
Japan PM tells Biden 'strong' concerns over steel deal
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba told US President Joe Biden that his blocking of Nippon Steel's takeover of US Steel raised "strong" concerns in both countries, local media reported Monday.
China saw booming exports in 2024 as Trump tariffs loom
China's exports surged to a record high in 2024, providing a much-needed boost for the economy as the prospect of biting tariffs imposed by US president-elect Donald Trump looms.
Asian markets track Wall St losses after blockbuster US jobs report
Asian markets tumbled Monday after an outsized US jobs report dealt another blow to hopes for more interest rate cuts, while oil extended a rally sparked by new sanctions on Russia's energy sector.
Integrated Financial Technologies Launches PM Max Comprehensive Outsourcing Service for Portfolio Management Providers
White-label customer support and back-office services enable structured finance providers to address client needs without hiring and training personnel
Adcore Starts 2025 Off Strong With Robust Financial Position & Media Blast Performance Update
$10.8 million in Cash & Equivalents, 61% Increase from Q3 2024 & 34% Increase from Year End 2023(All Figures are in CAD)
Banyan Intercepts 2.13 Grams Per Tonne Gold Over 32.6 M, Powerline Deposit, Aurmac Project, Yukon, Canada
Banyan Gold Corp . (the "Company" or "Banyan") (TSX-V:BYN)(OTCQB:BYAGF) is pleased to announce analytical results from twenty-one (21) diamond drillholes collared within the Powerline Deposit located on the Company's AurMac Project, Yukon Territory. This set of holes was drilled in the eastern portion of the Powerline Deposit (See Figure 1) as part of the 2024 AurMac definition drilling program.
Toll from French tram crash rises to 68 injured
The toll from a collision of two trams in Strasbourg has risen to 68 injured in a rare accident that sowed panic near the eastern French city's main train station, authorities said Sunday.
Apple wants to keep diversity programs disavowed by other US firms
Apple's board of directors has recommended shareholders vote against a proposal to end the company's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, going against the grain of decisions by other large US corporates.
China's women e-sports players defy sexism for love of the game
For women e-sports players in China, mastering the game is just the first hurdle to carving out a space for themselves in the male-dominated field.