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Jericho Energy Ventures' AI Data Center Sites Favorably Positioned on Major U.S. Fiber Route
IEA Predicts AI Data Centers Will Account for Half of U.S. Electricity Demand Growth

MPR Landscapes Wins Consumer Choice Award for Landscape Design in Peel Region
MISSISSAUGA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 2, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award (CCA) is pleased to announce MPR Landscapes as the 2025 winner in the Landscape Design category in Peel Region. This prestigious recognition celebrates the company's commitment to creative outdoor solutions, expert craftsmanship, and long-lasting client relationships throughout the Greater Toronto Area.

The Renovators of Canada Sets the Standard for Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations in York Region
MARKHAM, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / May 2, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award (CCA) is proud to announce The Renovators of Canada as the 2025 winner in the category of Kitchen & Bathroom Renovator in York Region. This prestigious recognition honours the company's commitment to craftsmanship, transparency, and delivering exceptional home renovation experiences tailored to each client's vision.

Apple expects $900 mn tariff hit as shifts US iPhone supply to India
Apple on Thursday reported first-quarter profit above expectations but warned that US tariffs could cost the company and was disrupting its supply chain.

US to end shipping loophole for Chinese goods Friday
The United States is set to end tariff exemptions on Friday for goods shipped from China worth less than $800, a move which could have significant ramifications on consumers' purchasing habits.
Serbian students, unions join forces to pressure government
Thousands took part in May Day rallies in Serbia on Thursday where unions united for the first time behind student groups to increase pressure on the government over a train station disaster that has sparked six months of mass demonstrations.

Masked protesters attack Socialists at France May Day rally
All-black-clad protesters harassed marching lawmakers and supporters of France's moderate left Socialist Party (PS) on Thursday, marring Paris's Labour Day procession as hundreds of thousands rallied across the country.

Rio goes Gaga for US singer ahead of free concert
Behind his large studded sunglasses, Victor Faro's eyes were glued on the luxury hotel overlooking Copacabana beach where US superstar Lady Gaga is staying ahead of her free mega-concert in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday.

IKEA opens new London city centre store
Swedish furniture giant IKEA on Thursday opened a new store in the heart of London's shopping district, with a flurry of balloons, flags -- and giant meatballs.

US stocks rise on Meta, Microsoft ahead of key labor data
Global stocks were mixed Thursday with Wall Street forging higher following strong results from tech giants Microsoft and Meta that helped offset lingering economic worries.

Oil prices drop, stocks diverge amid economic growth fears
Oil prices fell and stocks were mixed on Thursday in thin holiday trading, following weak US economic data that added to growth concerns.

Children learn emergency drills as Kashmir tensions rise
School playing fields in Pakistan's Kashmir are being transformed into first aid camps for children to learn how to respond if war breaks out with India.

Tesla sales plunge further in France, down 59% in April
Sales of Tesla cars in France plunged 59 percent in April, piling on more bad news for the electric vehicle company run by Elon Musk, the billionaire advisor to US President Donald Trump.

Booming tourism and climate change threaten Albania's coast
Albania's coast is being hit by a double whammy of climate change and chaotic tourist development.

US reaching out to China for tariff talks: Beijing state media
United States officials have reached out to their Chinese counterparts for talks on vast tariffs that have hammered markets and global supply chains, a Beijing-backed outlet said on Thursday citing sources.

Tariffs prompt Bank of Japan to lower growth forecasts
The Bank of Japan revised down its growth forecasts and held interest rates steady on Thursday, warning that trade tariffs are fuelling global economic uncertainty.

Nuclear power sparks Australian election battle
Rich in solar and wind power, and bulging in critical minerals for renewable energy technology, Australia touts itself as a leader in the race to net zero carbon emissions.

Tokyo stocks rise as BoJ holds rates steady
Japanese stocks rose Thursday as the central bank kept its key interest rates steady as expected, in thin trade with most Asian markets shut for the May 1 holiday.

Bank of Japan holds rates, lowers growth forecasts
The Bank of Japan on Thursday left its key interest rate unchanged but revised down its growth forecasts, warning that US trade tariffs are fuelling economic uncertainty.

UN body warns over Trump's deep-sea mining order
The head of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) on Wednesday criticized US President Donald Trump's order to fast-track deep-sea mining in the open ocean outside American territorial waters.

NXT Energy Solutions Announces New SFD Survey Contract in Africa
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX:SFD)(OTCQB:NSFDF) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a new contract with its Strategic Alliance Partner, Synergy Exploration and Production Technologies Limited ("Synergy"), to provide an SFD® survey for an oil and gas exploration company in Africa. Data acquisition operations for this SFD® contract are expected to commence in the third quarter of 2025, and NXT's interpretations and recommendations are expected to be delivered to the client in the fourth quarter of 2025.

ICP Securities Inc., Delivers Measurable Market Impact for Small and Mid-Cap Companies in Q1 2025
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / ICP Securities Inc., ("ICP") today announced strong market impact results for its clients in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting the success of its integrated capital markets approach. ICP specializes in helping small and mid-cap public companies unlock their full potential through a combination of market making, shareholder intelligence, and capital markets advisory services.

Valsoft Corporation Expands into Restaurant Technology with the Acquisition of MonkeySoft
MONTREAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / 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 MonkeySoft Solutions Inc. ("MonkeyMedia"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ezCater.

Andaz Turks & Caicos Announces Stephen Meredith as General Manager
GRACE BAY, TURKS AND CAICOS / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / Andaz Turks & Caicos, a highly anticipated addition to the Caribbean's lifestyle hospitality scene, is delighted to announce the appointment of Stephen Meredith as General Manager. With more than 20 years of global experience managing luxury properties across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, Meredith's leadership represents a key milestone as the resort prepares for its grand opening in early 2026.

ReelTime's (RI) Revolutionary Music Generator Now Available to the Public Allowing Commercial Audio Production Capabilities in Most Languages to the RI Community
As RI has learned all major languages, unlike other music generators, music can be created in most spoken languages, and accents.

Tradable Bits Launches High-Performance Data Reporting Tool Octane for Live Event Organizations
Octane Delivers Real-time Data-driven Business Insights For Faster Decision-Making

Alset Engages Silver Birch Growth to Accelerate Commercialization and Revenue Growth Across Portfolio Companies, With Immediate Focus on Cedarcross
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / Alset AI Ventures Inc. (TSXV:GPUS)(OTC PINK:GPUSF)(FSE:1R60, WKN:A3ESVQ) ("Alset AI" or the "Company") an artificial intelligence ("AI") venture company advancing innovation through strategic investment and cloud computing solutions, is pleased to announce its entry into an engagement agreement (the "Agreement") dated April 30, 2025, with Silver Birch Growth ("Silver Birch"), a leading go-to-market and revenue acceleration firm, to provide a strategic review of the Company's revenue generators across its portfolio companies, beginning with Cedarcross Technologies, the Company's AI infrastructure business.

Trademark Renovations Named 2025 Consumer Choice Award Winner for Home Renovation in Southern Alberta
CALGARY, ALBERTA / ACCESS Newswire / May 1, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce Trademark Renovations as the 2025 winner in the Home Renovation category in Southern Alberta. This recognition highlights Trademark's long-standing commitment to superior craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and project excellence across Calgary and the surrounding region.

Global stocks mostly rise following mixed economic data
Global stocks rose for the most part Wednesday, digesting mixed economic data as more companies pull back from earnings forecasts amid uncertainty over US President Donald Trump's fast-changing trade policy.

Netflix's 'The Eternaut' echoes fight against tyranny: actor Ricardo Darin
Survival through teamwork: It's a tale as old as time with particular resonance today, says Argentine actor Ricardo Darin of his latest project "The Eternaut," which hit Netflix on Wednesday.

Meta quarterly profit climbs despite big cloud spending
Tech giant Meta reported quarterly profits well above expectations Wednesday, brushing aside market worries that its heavy investments in cloud computing and artificial intelligence would hamper growth.

Ukraine, US say minerals deal ready as suspense lingers
The United States and Ukraine said Wednesday they could sign a long-anticipated minerals deal within the day, after last-minute concerns from Kyiv as it seeks long-term US support.