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Two Small Men With Big Hearts Moving Wins Consumer Choice Award For Moving Companies in Hamilton & Niagara

HAMILTON, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award (CCA) proudly announces Two Small Men With Big Hearts Moving as the 2026 winner in the Moving Companies category in Hamilton & Niagara. This recognition highlights the company's long-standing commitment to reliable moving services, customer care, and professionalism within the communities it serves.

Stittsville Trailer & Auto Sales Inc. Recognized for Excellence With 2026 Consumer Choice Award in Ottawa

OTTAWA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that Stittsville Trailer & Auto Sales Inc. has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Trailers Rental Leasing and Sales category for Ottawa. This recognition reflects the company's long-standing commitment to reliability, expertise, and delivering a true one-stop solution for trailer and truck accessory needs.

Mobile Pet S'Paw Named 2026 Consumer Choice Award Winner for Pet Grooming in Peel Region

MISSISSAUGA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / Mobile Pet S'Paw has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Pet Grooming category for Peel Region. This recognition highlights the company's strong reputation for quality service, trusted care, and its continued commitment to providing a stress-free experience for pets and their owners.

OakWood Designers & Builders Recognized as 2026 Consumer Choice Award Winner for Home Builders in Ottawa

OTTAWA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / OakWood Designers & Builders has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Home Builders category for Ottawa. This recognition reflects the company's longstanding reputation for excellence, innovation, and its commitment to delivering high-quality, fully integrated design and construction solutions.

West End Windows and Doors Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Excellence in Windows and Doors in Ottawa

OTTAWA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce West End Windows & Doors as the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Windows and Doors category for Ottawa. This recognition reflects the company's commitment to quality products, expert installation, and delivering dependable service to homeowners and businesses across the region.

M&M Heating and Cooling LLC Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award in Toledo

TOLEDO, OH / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that M&M Heating and Cooling LLC has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Air Conditioning And Heating Contractor category for Toledo. This recognition reflects the company's long-standing reputation for reliable service, technical expertise, and customer satisfaction across Northwest Ohio and Southeastern Michigan.

Plano Overhead Garage Door Named 2026 Consumer Choice Award Winner for Garage/Overhead Door Services in Dallas North

DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / Plano Overhead Garage Door has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Garage/Overhead Door category for Dallas North. This recognition reflects the company's long-standing reputation for dependable service, customer satisfaction, and its commitment to delivering prompt, high-quality solutions to homeowners and businesses.

Meta chief Zuckerberg doubles down on AI spending

Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday defended massive spending on artificial intelligence that dragged down shares despite strong earnings boosted by the technology.

Brazil lowers benchmark rate to 14.5% in second consecutive cut

Brazil's Central Bank on Wednesday announced a second consecutive cut to its benchmark interest rate, one of the world's highest, in a boost for left-wing President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as he courts a fourth term.

Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil soaring

President Donald Trump said that a US naval blockade against Iran could last months, leading oil prices Wednesday to spike to their highest in more than four years.

Powell to stay as Fed governor after chairman term, citing legal attacks

US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell said Wednesday that he would stay at the central bank as a governor after his term as chair concludes, as the independent institution battles legal challenges under the Trump administration.

African oil producers defend need to drill at fossil fuel exit talks

Oil-rich African nations at global fossil fuel phaseout talks in Colombia said Wednesday they would keep drilling to support economic growth, highlighting tensions between climate and fiscal realities for developing producers.

'Gritty' Philadelphia pitches itself as low-cost US World Cup choice

Philadelphia is presenting itself as the US World Cup host city offering fans the best value for money, with affordable transport, accommodation and food while other venues are pilloried for gouging supporters.

'I literally was a fool': Musk grilled in OpenAI trial

Elon Musk faced fiery questioning Wednesday in his court showdown with OpenAI, as he insisted that the maker of ChatGPT had fooled him by turning what was an altruistic pursuit into a profit-making juggernaut.

OpenAI facing 'waves' of US lawsuits over Canada mass shooting

Seven lawsuits were filed in US court on Wednesday against OpenAI on behalf of families impacted by the February mass shooting in the small Canadian mining town of Tumbler Ridge.

Ticket price hikes not affecting summer air travel demand: IATA

Demand for summer air travel is holding up well despite airlines hiking ticket prices, although possible shortages of jet fuel could throw a wrench in the key travel period, an industry trade body said Wednesday.

Uber adds hotel booking in push to become 'everything app'

Uber on Wednesday unveiled a new feature allowing users to book a hotel room directly from its app, the latest step in its push to become a one-stop shop for everyday needs.

Oil spikes while stocks slip ahead of US Fed rate decision

Oil prices shot higher Wednesday on concerns of an extended blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, while Wall Street stocks mostly slid as investors awaited a US Fed rate decision and a slew of tech firm earnings.

Canada holds key rate steady, says will act if war inflation persists

Canada's central bank held its key lending rate at 2.25 percent on Wednesday, but warned it may need to act if inflation caused by the Middle East war persists.

Trump warns Iran better 'get smart soon' and accept nuclear deal

President Donald Trump warned Tehran on Wednesday that it should "get smart soon" and capitulate to Washington's demands for tight controls on its nuclear programme, as a US naval blockade turned the screws on Iran's economy.

US Fed chief's plans in focus as central bank set to hold rates steady

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected Wednesday to keep interest rates unchanged for a third straight meeting, likely the last with chairman Jerome Powell at its helm.

German inflation jumps in April as energy costs surge

German inflation jumped to its highest level in over two years in April as the Middle East war triggered a surge in energy costs, official data showed Wednesday.

UBS first-quarter profits jump 80% on investment banking

Swiss banking giant UBS on Wednesday reported that net profit rose a better-than-expected 80 percent to $3 billion in the first quarter, lifted by its investment banking arm.

European stocks fall with eyes on earnings, US Fed

European stocks slipped as oil prices surged Wednesday, with investors digesting a wave of corporate earnings and awaiting the US Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision.

Mercedes warns longer Mideast war could cause shortages

German premium automaker Mercedes-Benz warned Wednesday that a drawn-out conflict in the Middle East could cause shortages of key inputs as it reported tumbling quarterly profits due to fierce Chinese competition.

Finnish lift maker Kone acquires German rival TKE, creating giant

Finnish lift maker Kone on Wednesday announced the acquisition of its German rival TKE in a huge share-and-cash deal valuing TKE at 29.4 billion euros ($34.4 billion) to create a global giant.

Adidas reports higher profits but warns of 'volatile' climate

German sportswear giant Adidas on Wednesday reported strong growth in quarterly profits as sales rose in key markets, but warned of a "very volatile" and highly competitive retail environment.

TotalEnergies first-quarter profits surge amid Middle East war

French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies said Wednesday net profit rose 51 percent in the first quarter to $5.8 billion, boosted by higher oil prices linked to the war in the Middle East.

Oil rises further with Iran war peace talks stalled

Oil prices rose Monday as talks to end the Iran war appeared to be at a standstill and the crucial Strait of Hormuz no nearer being reopened.

Mercedes-Benz profit slides amid cutthroat Chinese market

German premium automaker Mercedes-Benz said Wednesday its first-quarter profit fell by almost a fifth as cutthroat competition in China shakes the world's carmakers.

An experimental cafe run by AI opens in Stockholm

The avocado toasts and baristas making foamy lattes make it look like any other cafe, except at this one, located in a Stockholm residential neighbourhood, artificial intelligence (AI) is running the place.

Jerome Powell: Fed chair who stood up to Trump set to finish tenure on top

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a soft-spoken central banker who chooses his words carefully, is perhaps an unlikely candidate to become one of the few figures who have stood up to President Donald Trump.

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