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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.

Expo Contratista Announces 10th Edition in Dallas, Spotlighting Latino Construction Businesses and Workforce Development

October 1-2, 2027, event at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas will feature Latino Build Show workshops and technical demonstrations.

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Bank of England cuts rate as keeps watch over tariffs

The Bank of England on Thursday cut its key interest rate by a quarter point to four percent, the lowest level in 2.5 years, as it bids to boost a UK economy still threatened by US tariffs.

Stock markets brush aside higher US tariffs

Most stock markets gained Thursday even as President Donald Trump's new tariffs on dozens of countries took effect, with investors eyeing exemptions from his threatened 100-percent levy on semiconductors.

Siemens warns US tariffs causing investment caution

Siemens warned on Thursday that US tariffs were prompting its customers in key sectors to slow investment decisions, even as the German industrial giant reported forecast-beating quarterly profits.

Macron urges tougher line in standoff with Algeria

President Emmanuel Macron urged a tougher line from Paris in an intensifying standoff with former north African colony Algeria, saying France's stance needed to "command respect".

India exporters say 50% Trump levy a 'severe setback'

Indian exporters warned on Thursday that the cost of additional US tariffs risked making businesses "not viable" after President Donald Trump ordered steeper levies totalling 50 percent on imported Indian goods.

Germany factory output lowest since pandemic in 2020

German industrial production slumped to its lowest level in June since the pandemic in 2020, data showed Thursday, underlining the fragility of Europe's top economy even before higher US tariffs kicked in.

Higher US tariffs kick in for dozens of trading partners

The United States began charging higher tariffs on dozens of trading partners Thursday, in a major escalation of President Donald Trump's drive to reshape global commerce in America's favor.

Deliveroo slips back into loss on DoorDash takeover costs

Food delivery app Deliveroo on Thursday reported that it fell back into a loss in the first half of 2025, citing costs related to its takeover by US rival DoorDash.

US tariffs prompt Toyota profit warning

US tariffs prompted Japanese auto giant Toyota on Thursday to cut its annual net profit forecast by 14 percent.

China exports top forecasts as EU, ASEAN shipments offset US drop

China's exports rose more than expected last month, with official data on Thursday showing a jump in shipments to the European Union and other markets offset a drop in those to the United States.

China says trade jumped in July, beating forecasts

China's exports beat expectations and rose 7.2 percent year-on-year in July, official data showed Thursday, as overseas shipments buoyed its struggling economy even as it navigated a shaky trade war truce with the United States.

Higher US tariffs take effect on dozens of economies

Higher US tariffs came into effect for dozens of economies Thursday, drastically raising the stakes in President Donald Trump's wide-ranging efforts to reshape global trade.

Sony hikes profit forecasts after strong quarter for games

PlayStation-maker Sony raised its annual profit forecasts on Thursday, citing strong performance in its key gaming business and a smaller-than-expected negative impact of US trade tariffs.

Japanese population sees record drop in 2024

The population of Japanese nationals fell by a record amount -- more than 900,000 people -- in 2024, official data showed, as the country battles to reverse its perennially low birth rates.

United Airlines flights grounded in the US

Thousands of US air passengers were facing delays Wednesday after United Airlines halted many departures in the wake of a systemwide problem.

For Argentine farmers, Milei's free-market reforms fall short

Twenty months after Argentina's President Javier Milei came to power vowing to lead a free-market revolution in the so-called sick man of South America, the farming community is egging him on to go further.

Bank of England set to cut rate as UK economy weakens

The Bank of England is widely expected to cut its key interest rate Thursday, with policymakers mindful of US tariffs and their potential risks to an already-struggling UK economy.

Gladstone Land Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results

Please note that the limited information that follows in this press release is a summary and is not adequate for making an informed investment decision.

Tariffs Are Getting Expensive-SMX Ensures They're Paid In Truth

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Tariffs have long been part of the global trade landscape-but in recent years, they've shifted from policy lever to front-line strategy. Countries around the world are using them more assertively to shape how goods move, how industries compete, and how economic priorities are protected.

Yellow Brick Consulting Joins Forces With Blue Cottage of CannonDesign to Create North America's Leading Healthcare Transition and Activation Consulting Service

This strategic acquisition significantly bolsters CannonDesign's growing suite of consulting services and, together with the expertise of Blue Cottage of CannonDesign, establishes the largest and most experienced healthcare transition and activation consulting team in North America.

Seaport Research Partners Announces Annual Investor Conference August 19th and 20th

130+ Public Companies | $18B Avg. Market Cap | 3,700 Investor Meetings Expected

Inspire Veterinary Partners Signs Exclusive, Non-Binding Letter of Intent to Acquire New Jersey Animal Hospital

Proposed acquisition, expected to close in Q4 2025, would add approximately $2 million in annual revenue and increase network of animal hospitals to 15

Announcing the 2025 Regina Consumer Choice Award Winners

REGINA, SK / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Regina & Greater 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 Regina Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Salomon Brothers: Addressing Crypto's Wallet Problem

Abandoned Wallets Present A Risk to All Digital Wallet Holders

Announcing the 2025 Ottawa Consumer Choice Award Winners

OTTAWA, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Ottawa 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 Ottawa Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Announcing the 2025 York Region Consumer Choice Award Winners

NEWMARKET, ON / ACCESS Newswire / August 7, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the York 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 York Region Consumer Choice Award Winners.

LHH Launches LHH Interview Center, with Yoodli Technology, to Ready Candidates for Real-Life Interview Experience

The LHH Interview Center builds interview and networking confidence while supporting self-guided learning and AI skill development for today's evolving job market.

Apple to invest additional $100 bn in US

Apple will invest an additional $100 billion in the United States, taking its total pledge to $600 billion over the next four years, US President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

Rare 'Hobbit' first edition auctioned for £43,000

A rare first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" sold for 43,000 pounds ($57,000) at auction on Wednesday, after it was found during a house clearance in southwest England.

Grok, is that Gaza? AI image checks mislocate news photographs

This image by AFP photojournalist Omar al-Qattaa shows a skeletal, underfed girl in Gaza, where Israel's blockade has fuelled fears of mass famine in the Palestinian territory.

In Cuba, Castro's 'influencer' grandson causes a stir

Cuban influencer Sandro Castro has chosen a very different path to his revolutionary grandfather Fidel, using his name to pursue online fame while occasionally poking fun at the island's dire shortages of food, medicine, power and fuel.

US government gets a year of ChatGPT Enterprise for $1

OpenAI on Wednesday said it was letting the US government use a version of ChatGPT designed for businesses for a year, charging just $1 for the service.

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