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G7 decries 'economic coercion' in swipe at China
The trade ministers of the Group of Seven leading industrialised nations Wednesday criticised "economic coercion" by powers placing arbitrary restrictions on exports, particularly critical minerals, in a clear swipe at China.
Trump threatens new Iran strikes, piling on pressure for peace deal
US President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Wednesday with renewed bombing if it did not agree to a peace deal, piling on pressure after he abandoned an effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz citing hopes for a breakthrough.
Disney shares jump after results top expectations
Disney shares jumped in pre-market trading Wednesday as the entertainment giant reported better than expected revenues and profits, thanks in part to growth in its streaming business.
Hopes rise for Iran deal as US halts guiding ships in Hormuz
The United States and a key mediator in the Middle East war expressed new hope of talks leading to a peace deal with Iran on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump halted a plan to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Biogas helps cut bills, deforestation in east DR Congo
Julienne Mukelenge no longer worries about toxic fumes or power cuts when cooking at her home in Goma, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, after switching to biogas, a renewable energy source that is cheaper and locally produced.
Indonesia eyes e-commerce ban for under-16s: minister to AFP
Indonesia's government is mulling an e-commerce ban for under-16s, the communications minister told AFP Wednesday, hot on the heels of Jakarta imposing a sweeping social media prohibition for teens.
Venezuela to ICJ: Rights to oil-rich region 'inalienable'
Venezuela's rights to the oil-rich territory of Essequibo are "inalienable", its representative told the top UN court on Wednesday at hearings aimed at resolving a centuries-old border dispute with Guyana.
Philips profits double in first quarter
Philips said Wednesday its first-quarter profits had doubled, maintaining its sales forecasts as the Dutch electronics and medical device manufacturer seeks to turn the page on a scandal involving faulty sleep machines.
Fresh UAE attacks blamed on Iran draw new reality in the Gulf
Hours after the UAE's top oil executive said the country had "emerged stronger" from war and as thousands attended an Abu Dhabi summit to boost the local economy, phones across the country were alerting that missiles were incoming.
New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. Announces Pricing of $20 Million Offering of Common Shares
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. ("Horizon Aircraft" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:HOVR), an advanced aerospace company developing one of the first hybrid-electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) aircraft, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with certain institutional investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 9,254,889 Class A Ordinary Shares ("Common Shares"). The offering is expected to result in gross proceeds of approximately $20 million, before deducting offering expenses. The closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about May 8, 2026, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Horizon Aircraft intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund and accelerate development and buildout of the Cavorite X7 aircraft program, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes.
MARS Energy Group Completes 10th Acquisition, Deepening Its California Footprint in Solar and Roofing Markets
MARS Energy Group acquires Solar Savings Direct (dba Solar and Roof Direct) and Sequoia Roofing & Construction, marking its 9th and 10th acquisitions to date. The transactions position MARS as a preeminent player in the Northern California region, in addition to its leading market presence in Southern California.
Join First Phosphate's Exclusive Live Investor Webinar and Q&A Session on May 12
ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / RedChip Companies will host an investor webinar on May 12, 2026, at 4:15 p.m. ET with First Phosphate Corp. (CSE:PHOS)(OTCQX:FRSPF).
Gladstone Capital Corporation Reports Financial Results for its Second Quarter Ended March 31, 2026
MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / Gladstone Capital Corporation (Nasdaq:GLAD) (the "Company") today announced earnings for its second quarter ended March 31, 2026. Please read the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, filed today with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), which is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov and the Investors section of the Company's website at www.GladstoneCapital.com.
FRP Holdings, Inc. Announces Release Date for Its 2026 First Quarter Earnings and Details for the Earnings Conference Call
JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / FRP Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPH), a full-service real estate investment and development company with four distinct business segments including Multifamily, Industrial and Commercial, Development, and Mining and Royalty Lands, anticipates issuing its first quarter earnings results on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 after the market close. The Company will host a conference call on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (ET). Analysts, stockholders and other interested parties may access the teleconference live by calling 1-877-545-0320 (passcode 784509) within the United States or by joining the webcast here. International callers may dial 1-973-528-0002 (passcode 784509). Webcast replay will be available until May 13, 2027, by accessing it here. The webcast replay will also be available on the Company's investor relations page (https://www.frpdev.com/investor-relations/) following the call.
Join Horizon Aircraft's Exclusive Live Investor Webinar and Q&A Session on May 7th
ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / RedChip Companies will host an investor webinar on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 4:15 p.m. ET with New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. (Nasdaq:HOVR).
Announcing PremierIQ, an AI-Powered Platform Designed to Transform Tax Administration
Premier IQ is now available to state and local tax agencies seeking to modernize their operations and strengthen revenue outcomes through the power of artificial intelligence.
Case IQ Advances Its Leadership Position in AI For Investigations with Playbooks
Clairia Playbooks is a new way to guide and tailor AI toward investigative outcomes that ethics, compliance, and HR teams can trust.
Olenox Industries Announces Stockholders' Approval of 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split
CONROE, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / Olenox Industries Inc. (NASDAQ:OLOX) ("Olenox" or the "Company"), a vertically integrated energy company focused on oil and gas, energy services and energy technologies, today announced that it will effect a 1-for-10 reverse stock split (the "Reverse Split") of its common stock, par value $0.01 per share (the "Common Stock"), that will become effective on May 8, 2026 at 12:01 AM Eastern Time. Olenox has requested that its Common Stock become trading on May 8, 2026, on a post-reverse split basis, on the Nasdaq Capital Market ("Nasdaq") under the existing symbol "OLOX". The new CUSIP number for the Common Stock following the Reverse Split will be 78418A802.
IRS AI Systems Now Flag Returns Six Times Per Tax Year - Clear Start Tax Warns Freelancers and Gig Workers About Automated Audit Triggers
The IRS is running its AI-powered audit selection system six times annually - and freelancers, independent contractors, and gig workers are squarely in the crosshairs.
US declares Iran offensive over, warns force remains an option
The United States has completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday, even as Washington warned it was ready to unleash a "devastating" response to any new attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Mexican BTS fans go wild as concerts grow near
Dancers bounced to the sound of BTS on an avenue in Mexico City, clapping and screaming at a pep rally kicking off a string of concerts by the South Korean superstars.
Europe's first commercial robotaxi service rolls out in Croatia
For nearly a month, a Croatian company has been rolling out what it says is Europe's first robotaxi service on the streets of Zagreb, with AFP among the first journalists to try it on Tuesday.
Suspected hantavirus cases to be evacuated from cruise ship
Two seriously ill crew members on a cruise ship stricken by a deadly hantavirus outbreak will be evacuated via Cape Verde to the Netherlands, allowing the vessel to sail on to Spain's Canary Islands, the operator said Tuesday.
Rolling Stones announce July 10 release of new album 'Foreign Tongues'
The Rolling Stones will release a new album on July 10 named "Foreign Tongues", the legendary British rockers announced on Tuesday.
EU urges US to stick to tariff deal terms
The United States must respect its tariff agreement with the EU, the bloc's trade chief told his American counterpart Tuesday, after President Donald Trump threatened to hike levies on European cars.
Stocks rise, oil falls as traders eye earnings, US-Iran ceasefire
European and US stocks advanced Tuesday as investors focused on first-quarter corporate earnings instead of uncertainty over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
Colombian mine explosion kills nine
A coal mine explosion in central Colombia on Monday killed nine people, the national mining authority said, less than a month after it flagged safety issues at the site.
Vodafone to take full ownership of UK mobile operator
British mobile phone giant Vodafone announced Tuesday it has agreed a £4.3 billion ($5.8 billion) deal to take full ownership of the country's biggest mobile phone operator, VodafoneThree.
US trade gap widens in March as AI spending boosts imports
The US trade deficit grew slightly less than expected in March, government data showed Tuesday, as spending linked to the artificial intelligence buildout boosted imports.
Pyongyang calling: North Korea shows off own-brand phones
North Korea has welcomed foreign visitors and firms to a trade fair this week, showcasing homegrown products including the latest model of its sleek Jindallae smartphone.
Iran warns 'not even started' in Hormuz
Iran's powerful chief negotiator warned the United States against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the Middle East war.
Yoko says oh no to 'John Lemon' beer
The old saying about lemons and lemonade has borne fruit for a French craft brewery, which was ordered by Yoko Ono to stop making its "John Lemon" beer -- and has now nearly sold out thanks to the publicity.