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Iran, Europeans to keep talking as tensions ratchet up
Iran, Britain, France and Germany agreed to continue diplomatic talks following a discreet meeting Friday touching on Tehran's nuclear programme, amid surging tensions even before Donald Trump's return to the White House.
British MPs advance contentious assisted dying law
UK lawmakers voted Friday in favour of assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales, advancing the emotive and contentious legislation to the next stage of parliamentary scrutiny.
Assisted dying campaigners, opponents rally at UK parliament
Supporters and opponents of Britain's assisted dying bill descended on the UK's Westminster parliament on Friday as lawmakers prepared to vote on the issue.
Yen rallies, euro up on rising inflation data
The yen rallied against the dollar and the euro also advanced versus the US unit Friday as traders reacted to news of higher inflation in Japan and the eurozone.
Macron offers first glimpse of post-fire Notre Dame
France is to offer the world a first look inside the restored Notre Dame cathedral in Paris on Friday, over five years after the fire that ravaged the interior of the heritage landmark and toppled its spire.
Crypto boss eats banana art he bought for $6.2 million
Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun on Friday fulfilled a promise he made after spending $6.2 million on an artwork featuring a banana duct-taped to a wall -- by eating the fruit.
WTO chief faces heavy task as Trump threat looms
World Trade Organization chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is expected to be reappointed Friday for a second term, in the shadow of the coming return of Donald Trump and his disdain for international trade rules.
Waste pickers battle for recognition at plastic treaty talks
As diplomats negotiate behind closed doors in Busan on a treaty to curb plastic pollution, the waste pickers who are on the front lines of the problem are fighting for recognition.
European countries that allow assisted dying
UK lawmakers will debate on Friday a new bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales that has sparked concern among opponents about its implications.
Yen rallies on rate hike bets as equity markets swing
The yen rallied Friday after forecast-busting inflation data out of Tokyo boosted talk of another Japanese interest rate cut next month, while equity markets were mixed as traders weigh the economic outlook during a second Trump administration.
Nepal's first transgender candidates run for local office
Two transgender candidates are contesting Nepal's local by-elections for the first time, hoping to push for political representation among sexual and gender minorities in the Himalayan nation.
Father of PlayStation says 'everyone told us we would fail'
The PlayStation has been a colossal consumer hit, but three decades ago, its creator Ken Kutaragi struggled to convince both game-makers and his bosses at Sony that his console would be a winner.
GECC Reports Financial Results for Fiscal Year Ended August 31, 2024
Global Education Communities Corp. (" GECC " or the " Company ") (TSX:GEC)(OTCQX International:GECSF) reports that it has filed on SEDAR+ its audited annual consolidated financial statements (the " Annual Financial Statements ") and related Management's Discussion & Analysis (the " MD&A ") (collectively, the " 2024 Financial Report ") for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2024 (" Fiscal 2024 "). This news release should be read in conjunction with the 2024 Financial Report in its entirety. To review the 2024 Financial Report, please visit GECC's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.
Ostrom Climate Reports Fiscal Q3 2024 Financial Statements
Ostrom Climate Solutions Inc. ("Ostrom" or the "Company") (TSX-V:COO)(Frankfurt:9EAA), a leading provider of carbon project development and climate solutions, has announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The results reflect ongoing strategic investments in project development and operational scalability amid challenging market conditions.
Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc. and Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. Provide Section 19(a) Notice
This required notice under Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 provides stockholders of Tortoise Pipeline & Energy Fund, Inc. (NYSE:TTP) and Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund, Inc. (NYSE:TPZ) with information regarding the sources of the distributions paid on Nov. 29, 2024, and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.
Financing Growth: 5 Ways Funding Can Help Expand Your HVAC Business
Success as an HVAC business depends on excellent service. However, good financial planning can help you get ahead of the competition and jump-start your business's growth.
Clough Global Opportunities Fund Section 19(a) Notice
Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
Clough Global Equity Fund Section 19(a) Notice
On November 29, 2024, the Clough Global Equity Fund (NYSE American:GLQ) (the "Fund"), a closed-end fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.0603 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 15, 2024.
Reaves Utility Income Fund Section 19(a) Notice
Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
Clough Global Dividend & Income Fund Section 19(a) Notice
On November 29, 2024, the Clough Global Dividend and Income Fund (NYSE American:GLV) (the "Fund"), a closed-end fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.0526 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 15, 2024.
Canada watchdog sues Google over 'anti-competitive' ad tech
Canada's competition watchdog announced Thursday it was taking Google to court, accusing the company of "anti-competitive behavior" in online advertising.
Flood-hit Spain introduces 'climate leave' for workers
Spain's leftist government on Thursday approved a "paid climate leave" of up to four days for workers to avoid travelling during weather emergencies, a month after floods killed 230 people.
French PM announces concession in bid to end budget standoff
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier on Thursday announced a major concession in a bid to end a standoff with the opposition over the budget, which has caused jitters on financial markets and risks bringing down his minority government.
Uber and Bolt unveil women-only service in Paris
Two rival ride-hailing platforms announced on Thursday options allowing Parisian women to order a car driven by a female driver in a bid to ensure "greater safety" for its customers.
Nigerian president woos French investment on state visit
President Bola Tinubu said on Thursday Nigeria is "open for business" as he embarked on a state visit to France, with Paris looking to boost ties in English-speaking Africa following a series of setbacks with former allies on the continent.
K-pop band NewJeans leaves label over 'mistreatment'
Chart-topping K-pop group NewJeans announced Thursday their decision to leave their label ADOR, accusing the company of "mistreatment".
France says ready for budget concessions to avert 'storm'
The French government is ready to offer concessions to parliament to pass its budget, the finance minister said Thursday, in a standoff which is causing market turbulence and risks bringing down the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier.
French govt ready for budget concessions to avoid financial 'storm'
The French government is ready to offer concessions to parliament to get through its budget, the finance minister said Thursday, in a standoff which is causing market turbulence and risks bringing down the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier.
Hong Kong airport third runway takes off
Hong Kong started flight operations on its third runway on Thursday, with officials saying it will keep the city's airport competitive as an aviation hub despite its lagging post-pandemic recovery.
Markets mixed after subdued pre-holiday shift on Wall St
Equity markets diverged Thursday as investors brushed off a negative lead from Wall Street while welcoming a drop in Treasury yields and data showing US inflation was holding steady.
Despair in Sweden as gangs recruit kids as contract killers
"Bro, I can't wait for my first dead body," wrote an 11-year-old boy on Instagram in Sweden, where gangs recruit children too young to be prosecuted as contract killers on chat apps.
At plastic treaty talks, no united front for industry
Is virgin plastic production vital or completely unsustainable? For the industry lobbyists at UN talks on plastic pollution, the answer is far from unanimous.