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Co-owner Ratcliffe increases Manchester United stake
Jim Ratcliffe has increased his stake in Manchester United to nearly 29 percent after completing the cash injection he promised when purchasing a minority share of the Premier League club.
Amazon workers in US strike days before Christmas
Thousands of workers at Amazon facilities across the United States went on strike Thursday, the Teamsters Union said, halting work at the height of the busy holiday gift-giving season.
Denmark expects Chinese ship probed over cut cables to depart
Denmark's foreign minister said Thursday that he expected a Chinese ship, anchored off the Danish coast and linked to two severed undersea cables, would be able to leave once an inspection which included four countries was completed.
BoE holds interest rate after inflation rise
The Bank of England on Thursday kept its key interest rate at 4.75 percent, deciding against a cut in line with the US Federal Reserve, as UK inflation rises again.
Portugal, Spain, France bust contaminated seafood ring
A European operation has spared revellers a potential food poisoning nightmare before Christmas, seizing 30 tonnes of molluscs illegally fished in polluted waters and arresting 62 suspects, authorities said on Thursday.
Stock markets decline as Fed eyes fewer rate cuts
European and Asian stock markets slid Thursday following sharp losses on Wall Street as the Federal Reserve signalled fewer cuts to US interest rates next year.
Gisele Pelicot's ex-husband jailed 20 years in France mass rape trial
A court on Thursday sentenced a French man to the maximum term of 20 years jail for committing and orchestrating the mass rapes of his now former wife Gisele Pelicot with dozens of strangers he recruited online.
Markets track Wall St down after Fed forecast, BoJ hits yen
Equity markets sank Thursday following a severe sell-off on Wall Street that came after the Federal Reserve halved its rates outlook, while the yen weakened as the Bank of Japan decided against a hike.
Ivory Coast wants bigger share of its mining boom
Ivory Coast's mining industry is booming, driven by foreign investment and the discovery of new deposits, but the country now wants a bigger slice of the pie for its own businesses.
Greek women fight for 'right to the truth' over abuse and violence
When Elli was sexually assaulted by her older brother when she was 11, the young Greek girl had a stark decision to make in a country where a patriarchal culture still dominates.
Asian stocks track Wall St down after Fed forecast, BoJ hits yen
Asian markets sank Thursday following a severe sell-off on Wall Street that came after the Federal Reserve halved its rates outlook, while the yen weakened as the Bank of Japan decided against a hike.
Yen drops as Bank of Japan maintains key interest rate
The yen weakened against the dollar Thursday after the Bank of Japan kept borrowing costs unchanged, extending a retreat for the currency that came after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer rate cuts.
Asian markets track Wall St rout as Fed pares rate-cut forecast
Asian markets sank Thursday and the dollar held gains following a severe sell-off on Wall Street that came after the Federal Reserve halved its rates outlook and boss Jerome Powell warned officials' focus was back on fighting inflation.
Future Fuels Provides Mountain Lake Acquisition Update, Closes First Tranche of Concurrent Private Placement
Future Fuels Inc. (TSXV:FTUR)(FSE:S0J) (the "Company") is pleased to announce that, further to its news release dated November 14, 2024 in respect of (i) the proposed acquisition by the Company of the mountain lake project (the "Mountain Lake Project") pursuant to the asset purchase agreement (the "APA") dated November 13, 2024 with IsoEnergy Ltd. (TSX:ISO) ) ("IsoEnergy", and collectively, the "Mountain Lake Acquisition"), and (ii) the concurrent private placement (the "Concurrent Financing"), it has closed the first tranche of the Concurrent Financing (the "First Tranche") for 9,246,980 units (the "Units") at a price of 0.25 per Unit, with each Unit consisting of one common share in the authorized capital of the Company (each, a "Common Share") and one-half of one Common Share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant entitles the holder to purchase one additional Common Share (each, a "Warrant Share") at a price $0.40 per Warrant Share for a period of 24 months from the closing of the First Tranche. The subscribers under the First Tranche consented to the Company closing the First Tranche in advance of completing the Mountain Lake Acquisition. The Company may issue an additional 2,753,020 Units under the second tranche of the Concurrent Financing on the same terms as the First Tranche (the "Second Tranche"), for a maximum amount of 12,000,000 Units issued under the Concurrent Financing.
Preliminary Prospectus Filed - Maple Leaf Critical Minerals 2025 Enhanced Flow-Through Limited Partnership NATIONAL & QUEBEC CLASS
Maple Leaf Critical Minerals 2025 Enhanced Flow-Through Limited Partnership (the "Partnership") is pleased to announce that it has filed a preliminary prospectus (the "Prospectus") dated December 16, 2024 with the securities commissions or similar authorities in each of the Provinces of Canada relating to the initial public offering of Series A and Series F units of the Partnership.
Favo Capital Files Its Initial Application With The NASDAQ Stock Exchange
FAVO Capital, Inc. (OTC PINK:FAVO), a leading provider of alternative financing solutions in the Private credit Sector, is thrilled to announce that it has filed its initial application with the Nasdaq Stock Exchange, marking a major milestone for the company as it prepares for its uplisting from the OTC Markets. This filing comes off the back of a successful first round closing of its Private Placement Offering Bridge Raise with D. Boral Capital, LLC as the exclusive placement agent for the offering.
Cypher Metaverse Inc. Announces Ongoing Development Plans for a Virtual Lounge
Cypher Metaverse Inc. (CSE:CODE) ("Cypher" or the "Company") announces continued expansion into the Metaverse with the development of virtual lounge experiences within its previously acquired metaverse properties. The first lounge is set to launch early next year and will seamlessly incorporate advanced virtual reality technology with an elegant design, creating a unique space for users to unwind, connect, and network within this immersive environment. This initiative represents a natural extension of our strategy to cultivate immersive digital experiences and leverage emerging technologies that transform how individuals connect and socialize within virtual communities.
US Fed signals fewer cuts, sending stocks tumbling
The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut interest rates by a quarter point and signaled a slower pace of cuts ahead, triggering a sharp sell-off in the financial markets.
Trump opposes deal to avert government shutdown
US president-elect Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers Wednesday to scupper a cross-party deal to avert a fast-looming US government shutdown.
US stocks tumble, dollar rallies as Fed signals fewer 2025 rate cuts
Wall Street stocks tumbled and the dollar rallied Wednesday after the Federal Reserve lowered borrowing rates again but projected fewer 2025 interest rate cuts in light of lingering inflation concerns.
US Supreme Court agrees to hear TikTok ban case
The US Supreme Court agreed on Wednesday to hear TikTok's appeal of a law that would force its Chinese owner to sell the online video-sharing platform or shut it down.
Stocks and dollar edge higher before Fed rate decision
Stock markets mostly edged higher while the dollar rose against main rivals Wednesday ahead of an expected decision by the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.
Stock steady, dollar climbs before Fed rate decision
Stock markets moved sideways while the dollar edged higher against main rivals Wednesday with the US Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates.
UK electricity grid set for 'unprecedented' £35 bn investment
National Grid unveiled Wednesday a massive plan to nearly double the transmission capacity of the UK's electricity grid, boosting the British government's net zero ambitions.
Germany criticises UniCredit's 'unfriendly' moves on Commerzbank
Italian bank UniCredit's move to increase its stake in German lender Commerzbank, which further fuelled speculation of a takeover bid, was "uncoordinated and unfriendly", the German government said Wednesday.
Syrians face horror, fearing loved ones may be in mass graves
After losing hope of finding his two brothers among those freed from Syrian jails, Ziad Alaywi was filled with dread, knowing there was only one place they were likely to be: a mass grave.
Dutch authorities fine Netflix 4.75 mn euros over personal data use
Dutch authorities fined video streaming giant Netflix 4.75 million euros ($4.98 million) Wednesday over its handling of subscribers' personal data, which it said was unclear or incomplete in several respects.
Further hike in UK inflation hits rate cut chance
UK annual inflation climbed further above the Bank of England's target rate in November, official data showed Wednesday, firming expectations that it will avoid cutting interest rates this week.
Stock markets, dollar climb before Fed rate decision
Stock markets mostly climbed and the dollar steadied against main rivals Wednesday with the US Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates.
Syria's first flight since Assad's fall takes off
The first commercial flight since the ouster of president Bashar al-Assad took off from Damascus airport on Wednesday, offering Syrians a glimmer of hope after years of war and decades of oppression.
Shares in Japan chipmaker Kioxia jump 10% on Tokyo debut
Shares in Japanese chipmaker Kioxia closed 10 percent higher in Tokyo on Wednesday after an initial public offering that valued the firm at more than $5 billion.
Shares in Japan chipmaker Kioxia jumps 10% on Tokyo debut
Shares in Japanese chipmaker Kioxia closed 10 percent higher in Tokyo on Wednesday after an initial public offering that valued the firm at more than $5 billion.