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China trade beats forecasts in September as tariff fears rise
China's trade grew faster than expected last month, official data showed Monday, though fresh fears are rising of a major escalation in the tariff war between Beijing and Washington.
AI tools 'exploited' for racist European city videos
Daubed in Arabic-looking graffiti, London's Big Ben is shown smouldering above piles of rubbish and crowds dressed in traditional Islamic garb in an AI-generated, dystopian vision of the British capital.
Asian equity markets drop after Trump reignites tariff row
Asian markets sank Monday after US President Donald Trump reignited his trade war with China by threatening last week to impose 100 percent tariffs on goods from the country.
In bid to save shipyards, US set to charge fees on Chinese ships
An escalating trade war between China and the United States faces another flashpoint Tuesday when Chinese ships will be required to start paying a special fee to dock at US ports.
Mass-produced AI podcasts disrupt a fragile industry
Artificial intelligence now makes it possible to mass-produce podcasts with completely virtual hosts, a development that is disrupting an industry still finding its footing and operating on a fragile business model.
Padcom and General Holdings Sign Term Sheet for USD 55 Million Structured Investment
RUSSELL, MB AND DUBAI, UAE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 13, 2025 / Potash and Agri Development Corporation of Manitoba Ltd. ("Padcom") and General Holdings Limited ("General Holdings"), a Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)-based private investment platform, are pleased to announce the signing of a US$55 million structured investment term sheet. The transaction outlines Padcom's next stage of expansion and General Holdings' continued focus on sustainable industrial and resource-linked investments.
Ur-Energy Announces Retirement of CEO John Cash, Names President Matthew Gili as Successor
LITTLETON, CO, CO / ACCESS Newswire / October 13, 2025 / Ur-Energy Inc. (NYSE American:URG)(TSX:URE) ("Ur-Energy" or the "Company") today announced, as part of the Company's long-term leadership succession planning, that John W. Cash, who has been with Ur-Energy since 2007 and has served as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) since 2022, will resign as CEO on December 12, 2025. Matthew D. Gili, the Company's President, will succeed Mr. Cash as CEO and will also join the Board of Directors on December 13, 2025. Mr. Cash will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors. He will also continue working closely with the management team as a strategic advisor following his retirement to support a seamless leadership transition and ongoing Company growth.
Trump says US 'wants to help China, not hurt it'
President Donald Trump said Sunday the United States wants to help China, not hurt it, striking a conciliatory tone days after threatening an additional 100 percent tariff on the world's second-largest economy.
Automated border checks start in Europe
From Sunday, non-EU travellers entering Europe's Schengen open-borders zone will be photographed and fingerprinted at border crossings, as the European Union rolls out its much-delayed automated border checks.
China accuses US of 'double standards' over new tariffs threat
China accused the United States of "double standards" on Sunday, after President Donald Trump threatened an additional 100 percent tariff on the world's second-largest economy.
Eighteen presumed dead after blast at US explosives factory
Eighteen people are presumed dead after a huge blast at an explosives factory in Tennessee, officials said Saturday.
Trump threatens to scrap Xi talks and hit China with 'massive' tariffs
US President Donald Trump threatened on Friday to cancel an upcoming summit with Xi Jinping and hit China with "massive" tariffs after Beijing imposed export curbs on rare earth minerals.
French politicians dispirited as Macron set to name new PM
French left-wing political leaders left a meeting with President Emmanuel Macron disappointed Friday, just hours before he was set to appoint a premier to pull the country out of crisis.
Stocks shudder after Trump threatens new tariff war with China
Stock markets fell Friday after US President Donald Trump threatened China with tariffs, while oil prices retreated as Middle East tensions eased following the Gaza ceasefire.
Trump says no reason to meet Xi, threatens 'massive' China tariffs
US President Donald Trump said Friday he no longer feels a summit is necessary with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping this month, slamming Beijing for hostile trade practices and threatening "massive" tariffs.
Russian attack batters Ukraine energy grid, kills 7-year-old
Russian drones and missiles pummelled Ukraine's struggling energy infrastructure early Friday, cutting power to thousands across the country and killing a seven-year-old boy, authorities said.
Stock markets fluctuate as investors weigh AI, politics
Wall Street rebounded, European stock markets steadied and oil prices fell Friday as investors weighed the US government shutdown, fears of an AI bubble and the Gaza ceasefire.
France's Macron to name PM to end political gridlock
French President Emmanuel Macron was on Friday due to pick a head of government to lift the country out of political crisis, with allies irritated he could rename the same prime minister who quit earlier this week.
'Like human trafficking': how the US deported five men to Eswatini
Roberto Mosquera's family had no trace of him for a month after he was arrested by US immigration agents, until a government social media post revealed he had been deported to Africa’s last absolute monarchy.
Austria finds Microsoft 'illegally' tracked students: privacy campaign group
Austria's data protection authority has determined that Microsoft "illegally" tracked students using its education software and must grant them access to their data, a privacy campaign group said Friday.
Stock markets limp into weekend as AI bubble fears grow
Stock markets struggled Friday following a mixed week dominated by the Gaza ceasefire, US government shutdown and fears that the artificial intelligence sector is overvalued.
UK opens door to tougher regulation of Google search
Britain's competition watchdog on Friday paved the way for tougher regulation to tackle Google's dominance in online search, under new targeted measures focused on technology giants.
Last fluent speaker on a quest to keep ancient S.African language alive
In her humble home on the red soil of the Green Kalahari, 92-year-old Katrina Esau listened intently as her two great-grandchildren practised the ancient N|uu language of South Africa's indigenous San people.
Asian markets limp into weekend as AI bubble fears grow
Asian equities staggered into the weekend Friday following a mixed week that saw a Middle East ceasefire and huge new AI investments play off against the US shutdown and concerns about a tech bubble.
Morocco youth ask for king's ear at fresh protests
Young Moroccan protesters took to the streets again to demand reforms and a change of government on Thursday, the eve of a keenly anticipated annual speech by King Mohammed VI.
Death of 'sweet king': AI chatbots linked to teen tragedy
A chatbot from one of Silicon Valley's hottest AI startups called a 14-year-old "sweet king" and pleaded with him to "come home" in passionate exchanges that would be the teen's last communications before he took his own life.
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ReelTime Media Stock Climbs as AI Rivals Tumble Amid China Tariff Worries
ReelTime Media (OTCID:RLTR) surged +4.77% today while AI giants like NVIDIA (NVDA), Alphabet (GOOGL), Palantir (PLTR), and Meta (META) all declined on tariff fears - underscoring RI's independence from chipsets and geopolitics.
NXT Energy Solutions to Present at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: TORONTO on Wednesday, October 22, 2025
CALGARY, AB, NS / ACCESS Newswire / October 10, 2025 / NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX:SFD)(OTCQB:NSFDF), a Calgary-based technology company whose SFD® survey system helps energy companies increase exploration success while reducing costs and environmental impact, today announced that it will be presenting at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: TORONTO 2025 in partnership with MicroCapClub ("Planet MicroCap") on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 9:30 AM (EDT). Bruce G. Wilcox, Chief Executive Officer of NXT Energy Solutions Inc., will be hosting the presentation and answering questions at the conclusion.
Horizon Aircraft Provides Business Update and First Quarter of Fiscal 2026 Results
TORONTO, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / October 10, 2025 / New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. (NASDAQ:HOVR), doing business as Horizon Aircraft ("Horizon Aircraft" or the "Company"), an advanced aerospace engineering company and developer of one the world's first hybrid eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft, is pleased to announce its first quarter fiscal 2026 results for the three months ended August 31, 2025.
Announcing the 2025 Victoria Consumer Choice Award Winners
VICTORIA, BC, AL / ACCESS Newswire / October 10, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Victoria region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2025 Victoria Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Announcing the 2025 Kelowna Consumer Choice Award Winners
KELOWNA, BC / ACCESS Newswire / October 10, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Kelowna region. These businesses have been meticulously selected through independent market research, reflecting their commitment to excellence and unparalleled service in their city. Consumer Choice Award celebrates those who have consistently set the benchmark for quality and customer satisfaction. Congratulations to the 2025 Kelowna Consumer Choice Award Winners.