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Brent oil passes $100 on Mideast flare-up, stoking inflation fears
International oil benchmark Brent spiked above $100 a barrel Wednesday for the first time since late July following renewed US-Iran hostilities in the Middle East, stoking fears of widespread price rises and interest rate hikes.
Meta tests fact-check replacement in Latin America
Meta said Wednesday it had begun testing Community Notes in 16 Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America, a step toward replacing the professional fact-checking program it runs with partner organizations across the region.
France far right expels policeman member over racist remarks
France's main far-right party has expelled a member who is a policeman after body cam footage of him making racist comments sparked outrage ahead of presidential elections it hopes to win next year.
Global Multi-Asset Broker FP Markets Secures UAE CMA Category 5 Licence
Global multi-asset Forex and CFD broker FP Markets has been granted a Category 5 Licence by the UAE’s Capital Market Authority (CMA), formerly the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), adding to the Australian-founded broker’s global regulatory footprint and marking a strategic step into the UAE market.
IC Markets Australia Wins People's Choice Forex Broker Innovation Award at the 2026 Finder Innovation Awards
IC Markets Australia is proud to announce it has been named the winner of the People's Choice Forex Broker Innovation Award in the 2026 Finder Innovation Awards program.
Brent oil tops $100 on Mideast flare-up, fanning inflation fears
Brent oil, the international benchmark, jumped above $100 a barrel Wednesday for the first time since the end of July on a fresh flare-up in the Middle East war, adding to concerns over high inflation.
Bangladesh measles crisis kills more than 1,000 children
The death toll from a measles outbreak in Bangladesh has topped 1,000 children since March, health officials said Wednesday, admitting failures in a vaccination drive that could have saved lives.
Google unveils 13 bn euro AI expansion in Finland
Google will invest at least 13 billion euros in data centres and other digital infrastructure to power its AI ambitions in Finland, in what the US tech giant called Wednesday its biggest single investment in Europe.
Ekiden Launches Canton Network’s First Order Book-Based Derivatives Exchange
Ekiden, the first order book-based derivatives exchange, brings institutional-grade execution, private trading workflows, and on-chain settlement to the Canton ecosystem.
Affleck family affair at Venice for Casey's latest film 'Company'
Hollywood actor-director Casey Affleck cast his two sons in his latest movie "Company" and invited brother Ben to the red-carpet premiere at the Venice Film Festival.
Germany's Merz accuses AfD of promoting 'ethnic cleansing'
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz labelled the far-right AfD's demand for mass "remigration" a form of "ethnic cleansing by skin colour and origin" in a heated parliamentary exchange Wednesday.
Zara owner Inditex boosts profits as sales grow across board
Zara owner Inditex, one of the world's largest fashion retailers, reported Wednesday higher profits for the first half of its fiscal year as its brands withstood fierce competition and boosted sales.
Brent breaks $100 on Mideast flare-up, fanning inflation fears
Brent broke above $100 a barrel Wednesday as oil prices surged and stocks struggled on the back of a fresh flare-up in the Middle East crisis, putting upward pressure on inflation ahead of key US data at the end of the week.
Tradition Announces Partnership With Affin Moneybrokers to Support Malaysian Market Data
Tradition today announced a strategic partnership with Affin Moneybrokers Sdn. Bhd., one of Malaysia's leading interbank money brokers, under which Tradition will provide market data infrastructure, pricing technology and distribution capabilities to support Affin's continued growth in the Malaysian financial markets.
South Korea video game tycoon to pay record $1.5 bn in divorce
A Seoul court on Wednesday ordered South Korean video game tycoon Kwon Hyuk-bin to pay more than 2 trillion won ($1.5 billion) in a divorce settlement, the largest asset division ever awarded in the country.
Africa's informal economy: a burden and lifeline
Across the pavements, residential areas and public spaces of African cities, the informal economy is booming under the noses of authorities, who are often powerless to stop it.
Sweden immigration restrictions spark healthcare concerns
A dramatic tightening of Sweden's migration policy has sparked concern in a healthcare sector that is ever more dependent on immigrants, professionals warned ahead of a general election on Sunday.
Kenyan start-up makes robotic limbs to sign for deaf kids
In a school for the deaf in Kenya, children signed their excitement as a team demonstrated how a robotic arm could revolutionise their studies.
From trenches to catwalk: Ukraine's amputee soldiers hit the runway
In the corner of a vast brick hall, models slipped silently and elegantly into linen dresses, as the chink of a metal prosthetic limb pierced the quiet.
UK airports face more disruption after air traffic control glitch
UK travellers faced more misery on Wednesday with more than 150 flights scrapped across the country, as Britain's air traffic control service scrambled to rescover from a technical glitch that sparked chaos.
Norway bids farewell to King Harald V, 'grandfather' of the nation
Norway bids farewell on Wednesday to King Harald V, a modern and unifying figure whose end of reign was tarnished by scandals, in a funeral attended by European royals and foreign dignitaries.
EU faces revolt over social media ban for children
The European Union is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online -- but proposals to restrict their social media access and force age checks have drawn fire from children's rights groups and privacy defenders alike.
FutureGen Industries Announces Closing of Debt Settlement
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2026 / FutureGen Industries Corp. (formerly Right Season Investments Corp.) (TSXV:LITT)(Frankfurt:T500) (WKN: A41WY4) ("FutureGen Industries" or the "Company") announces that it has closed its previously announced debt settlement agreement with a director of the Company (the "Creditor") dated September 4, 2026 (the "Settlement Agreement"). Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, the Company has issued to the Creditor 201,600 common shares of the Company (each, a "Share" and, collectively, the "Shares") at a deemed price of $0.125 per Share in settlement of $25,200 of outstanding indebtedness (the "Settlement"). Pursuant to applicable securities laws, all securities issued pursuant to Settlement are subject to a hold period of four months and one day, expiring January 10, 2027.
Currency Exchange International Reports a 24% Increase in its Third Quarter Group Net Income
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2026 / Currency Exchange International, Corp. (the "Group" or "CXI") (TSX:CXI)(OTCQX:CURN), today reported revenue of $22.4 million for the third quarter ended July 31, 2026, an increase of $1.1 million, or 5%, compared to the same period last year. Reported net income was $5.2 million, up $1.0 million, or 24%, from the same period last year. Results for the current quarter included $0.3 million, after tax, of stock based compensation expense. Excluding this expense amount, as well as certain non-recurring items and discontinued operations recognized in the third quarter of the prior year, the Group generated adjusted net income1 of $5.6 million, an increase of $1.3 million, or 31%, compared to the same period last year. Adjusted diluted earnings per share1 ("EPS") was $0.93, compared to $0.68 in the same period last year. Unless otherwise stated, all figures are in U.S. dollars. The Group's condensed interim consolidated financial statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") are available on the Group's SEDAR profile at www.sedarplus.ca.
Steelcase Names Proven Growth Leader Irene Tasi as President
Experienced commercial and innovative leader will guide the Steelcase business as the company builds on its design leadership, dealer network and customer-focused strategy.
Sonera Acquires Blacklist Alliance and Number Verifier, Uniting Litigation Protection and Caller Reputation on One Platform
The companies behind the industry's most-referenced litigator data and a carrier-spanning caller reputation testing network join the control plane for regulated outbound engagement, as the private equity-backed platform opens its downtown Austin office.
Carney touts Canada 'pivot' away from US as Trump levels new threat
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that reducing economic ties with the United States would come at a cost but the benefits were clear, as President Donald Trump threatened new penalties targeting Canada.
Nearly 1,100 flights cancelled after UK air traffic control glitch
Almost 1,100 flights to and from UK airports were cancelled Tuesday due to what the country's air traffic control service called a technical issue, in the latest glitch to spark travel chaos.
Carney touts Canada 'pivot' away from US as tariffs rise
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday said reducing economic ties with the United States would come at a cost but the long-term benefits were clear, as retaliatory tariffs on US products took effect.
The "Everlasting Battery" Inside Your Joints:UConn Professor's Self-Powered Healing Material just Got Acquired
A material that turns your own movement into medicine has just landed a corporate home. PetVivo Holdings (OTCQX: PETV), a veterinary biotech and biomedical device company focused on treating osteoarthritis in dogs and horses, has acquired PiezoBioMembrane (PBM) — a startup built around a biodegradable implant that generates electricity from the everyday force of a joint in motion, and uses that charge to help regrow cartilage from the inside out. The material is the invention of Thanh Nguyen, a professor of mechanical engineering in UConn's College of Engineering, who founded PBM in 2021 to advance new implementation methods for his work with piezoelectric materials — substances that convert mechanical force into electrical energy. These materials are typically ceramics: hard, brittle, and poorly suited for medical use. But Nguyen's lab developed new forms that are so , flexible, and biodegradable, breaking down naturally within the body over time. wound healing, The materials have already shown strong potential across a range of medical applications, including tissue regeneration, implanted force sensors, and targeted drug delivery in tumor treatment. How It Works biodegradable ultrasound for In the case of arthritis, Nguyen explains, the piezoelectric materials function as an off-the-shelf product that can be implanted or injected directly into the ailing joint — with no drugs, chemicals, or cells required. The everyday force exerted on the joint generates a small electrical charge, which helps regrow healthy cartilage, mimicking the body's natural use of electricity to regenerate tissue. "The body can be electrically stimulated to regrow," Nguyen says. PBM's materials "act like a battery — an everlasting battery that works whenever there is a force applied, and vanishes safely inside the body over time." PetVivo's Vision for the Acquisition PetVivo Holdings CEO John Lai expressed enthusiasm for the merger's potential to improve the lives of companion animals globally. "PBM has developed a compelling functional biomaterials platform with the potential to support the development of multiple medical device and therapeutic product lines across both human and animal health markets," Lai said in a press release. "By combining PBM's scientific innovation with PetVivo's product development capabilities, commercialization experience, regulatory expertise, and public company infrastructure, we believe we can accelerate theadvancement of technologies that may serve as the foundation for numerous future products and strategic opportunities." For Nguyen, the deal is a chance to scale technology that could eventually benefit both animals and people. "PetVivo is an animal health company, but they do have a big passion: pushing the technology towards clinical trials for human use," Nguyen says. "That aligned perfectly with my passion for developing technology that has an impact on human life. That is why I am excited about this merger, which facilitates my passion." A Track Record of Innovation Nguyen's research sits at the intersection of medicine, micro/nanotechnology, and biomaterials. His inventions have earned him publications in prominent scientific journals and media coverage from outlets including NPR. Nguyen founded PBM during the COVID-19 pandemic, a er realizing the material he had developed could be used to create an especially effective, biodegradable face mask — one where the mechanical force of breathing generated an electrical charge that provided an extra layer of protection against viruses. PBM is not Nguyen's only venture in the acquisition pipeline. His other startup, Single-Time Microneedles (STM), is also currently undergoing an acquisition process. STM has pioneered stable, efficient vaccine delivery technology in the form of an adhesive patch. shelfNguyen's focus on biodegradable materials has translated into a remarkably diverse range of medical applications. He has received five R01 grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting research in cartilage regeneration, bone regeneration, HIV antibody delivery systems, and biodegradable ultrasound technology to boost the effectiveness of chemotherapy for brain cancer. "Whatever we are working on, we want to show that it works very well in vitro and in vivo," Nguyen says. "Then, when we are at the point of commercialization, we set up a startup or license the technology — or maybe team up with an industry partner." Thanh Nguyen is a professor of mechanical engineering in UConn's College of Engineering. (Courtesy of Thanh Nguyen
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Infrastructure, transparent rules and clear legal boundaries positioned as the core of the funded-account model
Could gas prices return to 2022 highs on US-Iran war?
European gas prices have more than doubled owing to the US-Iran war, just as Europe needs to replenish its reserves ahead of winter.