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European watchdog takes aim at online gambling, gaming among youths
Online gambling and gaming can cause depression and other mental health issues in young people, which the Council of Europe rights watchdog is trying to counter with a new project encouraging good policy and awareness raising.
US stocks, Nvidia shares steady after Chinese AI shock
US stocks and shares in chip-making giant Nvidia on Tuesday clawed back some of their losses following a sell-off triggered by the sudden success of Chinese artificial intelligence firm DeepSeek.
Hopes for turnaround lift Boeing shares despite huge losses
Boeing reported a hefty fourth-quarter loss Tuesday following a bruising 2024, but shares rallied on hopes that early turnaround signs under a new CEO may bear fruit.
France savours competitive cooking win as restoring lost prestige
After major investments in a bid to restore its lost national culinary prestige, France savoured victory Tuesday at the world's most prestigious international cooking competition, the Bocuse d'Or.
Police arrest two after protest at Sigourney Weaver London play
UK police said on Tuesday they had arrested two people a day after climate activists disrupted a London play starring Hollywood actress Sigourney Weaver.
Spain jobless rate falls to lowest level since 2008 crisis
Spanish unemployment fell last year to its lowest level since the 2008 global financial crisis as the tourism-driven service sector performed strongly, official data showed on Tuesday.
Climate activists fire confetti cannon at Sigourney Weaver London play
Two climate activists disrupted a London stage performance of William Shakespeare's "The Tempest", starring Hollywood actress Sigourney Weaver, on Monday.
German, Danish leaders meet after Trump Greenland warnings
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen met on Tuesday in a show of unity after US President Donald Trump again stressed his designs on Greenland.
Breakout Chinese AI 'programmed' to toe the party line
Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek has made waves in Silicon Valley, stunning investors and industry insiders with its ability to match the skills of its Western competitors at a fraction of the cost.
Trump warns of 'wake-up call' as low-cost Chinese AI jolts sector
Fears of upheaval in the AI gold rush rocked Wall Street on Monday following the emergence of a popular ChatGPT-like model from China, with US President Donald Trump saying it was a "wake-up call" for Silicon Valley.
How Donald Trump weaponized tariffs
When President Donald Trump learned Colombia had pushed back on US deportations, his threat of a massive trade war laid out the stakes: cooperate, or else.
EU, Britain to face off in post-Brexit fishing battle case
A tiny silver fish which is an important food source in the North Sea will take centre stage Tuesday as the European Union and Britain square off over post-Brexit fishing rights.
Do or DEI: Trump's assault on diversity divides America
For President Donald Trump's allies, his crackdown on the "illegal and immoral discrimination" of equal opportunities programs reflects a shifting US electorate that has lost patience with ineffective and performative political correctness.
'Tell the world': Holocaust survivors entrust memories to AI
Survivors of the Holocaust have entrusted their memories of the Nazi death camps to artificial intelligence to ensure that generations to come can access recollections of the genocide of six million Jews.
Chinese property giant Vanke warns of huge loss, CEO resigns
Indebted Chinese property giant Vanke said Monday that its CEO had resigned due to "health reasons", after state-backed media reported he had been taken away by authorities.
Taiwan identifies 52 'suspicious' Chinese ships for close monitoring
Taiwan has identified 52 "suspicious" Chinese-owned ships flying flags of convenience that require close monitoring if detected near the island, the coast guard said Monday, as Taipei seeks to protect its subsea telecoms cables.
Chinese lion dance troupe shrugs off patriarchal past
Flinging her male teammate into the air, performer Lin Xinmeng practises China's world-famous lion dance with a troupe that is shrugging off centuries of patriarchal norms.
Asian stocks drop as tariff fears return, new AI programme emerges
Asian markets mostly fell Monday on fresh trade fears after Donald Trump's threat to impose huge tariffs on Colombia in retaliation for its refusal to accept deportation flights from the United States.
Troubled European carmakers to talk fines and EVs with EU
Europe's biggest carmakers will converge on Brussels for talks this week as the EU seeks to chart a way forward for an embattled industry struggling to cope with Chinese competition and climate rules.
Japan's Osaka bans street smoking ahead of Expo 2025
The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year's World Expo.
ECB to cut rates again, with a nervous eye on Trump
Eurozone rate-setters are set to cut borrowing costs again this week, confident their efforts to lower inflation will remain on track despite the threat from US President Donald Trump's protectionist agenda.
Gladstone Land Reports No Damage to Farms from California Wildfires
MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Gladstone Land Corporation (Nasdaq:LAND) ("Gladstone Land" or the "Company") announced that none of its California farms have been impacted by the recent wildfires that have occurred in the southern part of the state. The Company further notes that all of its farms in the state growing permanent crops are insured by the Company or its tenant-farmers under policies that would cover both the crops and any potential loss of crop income.
A Combined SMX and Ybyra Can Transform Brazil's Commodities Landscape
This union isn't merely a business transaction; it's a blueprint for unlocking Brazil's immense natural wealth and ensuring that its resources serve as a foundation for ethical, sustainable global trade. Ybyrá Capital, a burgeoning force in South American commodities and real estate development, brings over $1 billion in assets under management to the table. With SMX's groundbreaking molecular marking and blockchain-backed traceability technology, the combination promises to bridge Brazil's natural resource abundance with cutting-edge innovation.
SMX Ltd. and Ybyrá Capital Inch Closer to Finalizing Transformative Partnership
The non-binding Heads of Agreement outlines the roadmap for due diligence, regulatory compliance, and shareholder approvals. SMX emphasized its commitment to ensuring transparency throughout the process, working closely with Ybyrá to align the transaction with U.S., Brazilian, and Nasdaq regulatory standards. An independent third-party analysis is underway to validate Ybyrá's assets, which exceed $1 billion in value. This assessment will serve as a cornerstone for structuring the final transaction to maximize shareholder returns.
Announcing the 2025 Waterloo Region Consumer Choice Award Winners
WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Waterloo 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 Waterloo Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Announcing the 2025 Atlanta Consumer Choice Award Winners
ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Atlanta 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 Atlanta Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Announcing the 2025 Guelph and Centre Wellington Region Consumer Choice Award Winners
GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Guelph and Centre Wellington 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 Guelph and Centre Wellington Consumer Choice Award Winners.
Diversified Expands Asset Base, Density, and Commodity Mix with Acquisition of Liquids Rich Maverick Natural Resources
Financial and Strategic Accretive Acquisition Provides Opportunity for 95% Increase in Revenue, Enhanced Margins, Expense Synergies, and 55% Increase in Free Cash FlowUnique & Differentiated Business Model Offers Reliable Production, Multi-Basin Commodity Diversification, and Strong Hedging Program that Enables Consistent Free Cash FlowsSignificant Operating Scale Provides Optionality for Organic Growth Through Established Low-Risk, High-Return Development PartnershipExpands Proven Roll-Up Model to the Permian Basin and Forges Partnership with Energy Focused Investor EIGModern Field Management Philosophy of Experienced Diversified Team Well Positioned to Leverage Technology, Capture Synergies and Unlock Portfolio Value
Universal, Spotify ink multi-year deal
Universal Music Group, the world's largest music company, and streaming behemoth Spotify on Sunday announced a multi-year direct deal that will affect both recording and publishing royalty rates.
Undersea cable between Sweden and Latvia damaged, both countries say
Latvia said it had dispatched a warship on Sunday after damage to a fibre optic cable to Sweden that may have been "due to external factors".
Belarusians near Ukraine border long for end to war
Living 30 kilometres from the Ukrainian border, Belarusian retiree Sergei Budyukhin says the war on the other side of the frontier never feels far away.
US Fed prepares to pause in first rate decision since Trump's inauguration
The US Federal Reserve is expected to announce a pause in rate cuts on Wednesday, as policymakers look to continue tackling inflation under close and vocal scrutiny from President Donald Trump.