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Musk accuses Ukraine of violating Starlink's terms of service

Tech tycoon Elon Musk accused Ukraine on Saturday of violating Starlink's terms of service by using it for "drone strikes to kill people", after tension between Washington and Kyiv over disruptions to the SpaceX-made network crucial to the Ukrainian army's operations.

25,000 rally in Madrid demanding state pension guarantees

Authorities said 25,000 people marched through central Madrid on Saturday demanding protection for the Spanish state pension scheme, one of the hot topics in a parliamentary election next month.

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Two Investor Groups File Federal Lawsuits Against First National Realty Partners Alleging Fraud and Misrepresentation

RED BANK, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / August 14, 2025 / Two separate groups of investors have filed lawsuits in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey against First National Realty Partners, LLC (FNRP), First National Realty Advisors, LLC (FNRA), and several affiliated individuals, including managing principals Anthony Grosso and Christopher Palermo. The filings allege violations of federal and state securities laws, as well as claims under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).

Waterloo's CryoDragon Inc. Recognized for Web Design Excellence by Consumer Choice Award

WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 14, 2025 / CryoDragon Inc., a boutique creative studio based in Kitchener-Waterloo, has won the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Web Design category for the Waterloo Region. Known for delivering personalized, scientifically-informed digital solutions, the award highlights CryoDragon's commitment to crafting responsive, accessible websites and robust branding packages that help clients across Canada stand out.

Straight Street Events Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Audio Visual Services in Waterloo Region

CAMBRIDGE, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 14, 2025 / Straight Street Event Services is proud to announce its selection as the 2026 Consumer Choice Award Winner for Audio Visual Services in Waterloo Region. This recognition reflects the trust placed in the company by local clients and partners, and highlights Straight Street's ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional live event production - made easy.

Choice Health Centre Recognized for Excellence in Health & Wellness Services in Halifax

HALIFAX, NS / ACCESS Newswire / August 14, 2025 / Choice Health Centre, a leader in collaborative healthcare in Halifax, has been selected as a 2025 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the category of Health & Wellness for the Halifax Greater Region. This recognition reflects the company's ongoing commitment to delivering the highest quality collaborative, patient-directed care that supports long-term health and wellness.

Eyeing robotaxis, Tesla hiring New York test car operator

Tesla is recruiting a motorist to test its driver-assistance technology in New York with an eye towards autonomous driving, according to a job listing reviewed by AFP on Wednesday.

Striking Boeing defense workers turn to US Congress

Boeing defense industry workers currently on strike asked for congressional lawmakers' support on Wednesday as they seek to pressure the aviation giant to improve its bargaining offer to the union.

Plastic pollution treaty talks in disarray

Attempts to finalise a landmark treaty combating plastic pollution descended into disarray on the penultimate day on Wednesday as dozens of countries rejected outright the latest draft text, leaving the talks in limbo.

Stocks extend gains on US rate-cut bets

Stock markets rose Wednesday, with Wall Street building on the previous day's record highs after steady US inflation data fuelled hopes that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates.

Stock markets extend gains on growing US rate cut hopes

Stock markets rose Wednesday, with Wall Street building on the previous day's record highs after steady US inflation data fuelled hopes that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates.

In heatwave, Romans turn to vintage snow cones to stay cool

Forget ice cream, sorbet or even the beloved Italian gelato -- when Romans swelter in a heatwave, they turn to the traditional "grattachecca".

Stock markets rise on growing US rate cut hopes

Stock markets rose and the dollar fell Wednesday on growing prospects of cuts to US interest rates after soft inflation data, with Japan's Nikkei hitting a fresh record high.

Japanese star convicted of indecent assault in Hong Kong

A Hong Kong court on Wednesday found J-pop artist Kenshin Kamimura guilty of indecent assault after he harassed a woman working as his interpreter at a restaurant earlier this year.

Nepal waives climbing fees for 97 mountain peaks

Nepal has waived climbing fees for 97 mountains, officials said on Wednesday, hoping to steer people to its lesser-known peaks and boost local economies.

European satellite to step up monitoring of extreme weather

The Ariane 6 rocket on Wednesday blasted off carrying Europe's next generation satellite for warning against extreme weather events.

Markets rise on growing rate cut hopes

Markets rose Wednesday on growing hopes of US interest rate cuts after soft inflation data, with Japan's Nikkei hitting a second record high in as many days.

Fortnite developer claims win against Apple and Google

An Australian court has found Apple and Google misused their market power in a dispute with the maker of wildly popular video game Fortnite.

Soft US inflation boosts Asia markets

Japan's Nikkei hit a second record high in as many days Wednesday, as hopes of US interest rate cuts following soft inflation data cheered equity investors across Asia.

Chatbot Grok stirs confusion over suspension after Gaza claims

AI chatbot Grok on Tuesday offered conflicting explanations for its brief suspension from X after accusing Israel and the United States of committing "genocide" in Gaza, as it lashed out at owner Elon Musk for "censoring me."

Auction of world's largest Mars meteorite sparks ownership debate

The recent auction of a Martian meteorite -- for a record-grabbing $5.3 million at Sotheby's New York -- has sparked questions over its provenance and renewed debate over who gets to claim rocks fallen from the heavens.

GEE Group Announces Results for the Fiscal 2025 Third Quarter and YTD

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2025 / GEE Group Inc. (NYSE American:JOB) together with its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the "Company," "GEE Group," "our" or "we"), a provider of professional staffing services and human resource solutions, today announced consolidated results for the fiscal 2025 third quarter and year to date periods ended June 30, 2025. The Company's contract and placement services are currently provided under its Professional Staffing Services operating division or segment. The operations and substantially all the assets of the Company's former Industrial Staffing Services segment were sold during the quarter and are characterized as discontinued operations as of June 30, 2025 and excluded from the results of continuing operations reported below, unless otherwise stated. All amounts presented herein are consolidated or derived from consolidated amounts, and are rounded and represent approximations, accordingly.

SMX Bridges the UN Plastics Treaty Divide with Verified Circularity (NASDAQ: SMX)

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2025 / The United Nations (UN) plastics treaty talks, described as the most important environmental negotiations since the Paris Agreement, are straining under the weight of competing agendas. Over 100 countries and a coalition of scientists, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and policymakers want aggressive measures: production caps, chemical phase-outs, and bans on harmful single-use plastics. On the other side, industry lobbyists and certain governments push for softer, voluntary targets, citing economic concerns.

Small Business Payroll Errors on the Rise - Clear Start Tax Shares How to Avoid Costly IRS Penalties

Industry experts warn that payroll mistakes are becoming a leading cause of tax penalties for small business owners in 2025.

Westend Academy Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Hair Styling & Esthetics School in Ottawa

OTTAWA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2025 / Westend Academy (Ottawa School of Beauty Ltd), a locally owned and operated beauty school, has won the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the School - Hair Styling & Esthetics category for Ottawa. This recognition reflects the school's long-standing commitment to excellence in beauty education, empowering students to build rewarding careers in hairstyling, esthetics, and medical spa services.

Mitchell Blackwell Parging & Masonry Inc. Wins 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Masonry in Waterloo Region

WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2025 / Mitchell Blackwell Parging & Masonry Inc., a family-run masonry specialist known for quality craftsmanship, has won the 2026 Consumer Choice Award in the Masonry category for the Waterloo Region. This award recognizes Mitchell Blackwell Parging & Masonry Inc.'s 11 years of service-building on a family legacy that spans nearly four decades-with a focus on quality, reliability, and exceptional value.

Abrams Towing Recognized for Excellence in Towing Services in Barrie

BARRIE, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2025 / Abrams Towing, a trusted provider of professional towing services in Southern Ontario, has been named a 2025 Consumer Choice Award recipient in the category of Towing Services for the Barrie region. This recognition reflects Abrams' longstanding commitment to safe, efficient, and dependable roadside assistance-backed by more than 40 years of industry experience.

Washingtonians tired of crime but skeptical of Trump takeover

A 15-minute walk from the White House, Tony and Mike stood on the sidewalk near the spot where a man was killed on Monday, the 100th murder of the year in Washington.

US indices power to fresh records after benign inflation data

Global stocks mostly rose on Tuesday, with Wall Street indices ending at fresh records as US inflation data showed a still-subdued impact from US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Perplexity AI offers Google $34.5 bn for Chrome browser

Perplexity AI offered Google on Tuesday $34.5 billion for its popular Chrome web browser, which the internet giant could potentially be forced to sell as part of antitrust proceedings.

Disgraced crypto mogul Do Kwon changes plea to guilty in US court

South Korean cryptocurrency specialist Do Kwon pleaded guilty to fraud charges in front of a New York judge on Tuesday following his firm's multi-billion-dollar bankruptcy, court filings showed.

Stocks rise on restrained US inflation

Stock markets rose on Tuesday as US inflation data showed a still-subdued impact from US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

US consumer inflation holds steady but tariff worries persist

Consumer inflation in the United States held steady in July, data showed Tuesday, but underlying price increases picked up as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs ripple through the world's biggest economy.

EU ready to do plastic pollution deal 'but not at any cost'

The European Union is ready to do a deal to land a groundbreaking treaty on plastic pollution, but not at any cost, the EU's environment commissioner insisted Tuesday.

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