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Tesla marks India entry with first showroom

Tesla unveiled its first showroom in India on Tuesday, marking its entry into the world's most populous country, as Elon Musk's electric vehicle company seeks new customers amid sagging sales in the United States and Europe.

Ukraine covers frontline roads with anti-drone nets

A ravaged car with its engine destroyed and doors riddled with shrapnel lay on the side of the road near Dobropillia, a sleepy town not far from the front line in eastern Ukraine.

Markets mostly rise as China's economy meets forecasts

Most markets rose Tuesday as data showed China's economic growth met expectations, while optimism that governments will hammer out deals to avoid the worst of Donald Trump's tariff threats provided support.

Skidding Nissan to halt production at Japanese plant

Struggling auto giant Nissan said Tuesday it will stop production at its plant at Oppama in Japan at the end of its 2027 fiscal year.

Ivory Coast farmers hope tech tempts jaded youth back to fields

Stopwatch in hand, dozens of Ivory Coast students raced against the clock to design robots for the farms of the future in the world's top cocoa-producing nation.

Hong Kong leader backs same-sex couples' rights bill

Hong Kong leader John Lee threw his weight behind a bill recognising limited rights for same-sex couples on Tuesday, despite fears that opposition from pro-Beijing parties could sink it.

Nvidia says it will resume sales of 'H20' AI chips to China

US tech giant Nvidia said on Tuesday it will resume sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chips to China, after Washington pledged to remove licensing curbs that had put a stop to exports.

Asian markets mixed as China's economy meets forecasts

Markets were mixed Tuesday as positive Chinese economic data was offset by weak consumer spending, while optimism that governments will hammer out deals to avoid the worst of Donald Trump's tariff threats provided support.

Pentagon inks contracts for Musk's xAI, competitors

The Pentagon announced contracts on Monday with multiple leading US artificial intelligence firms including Elon Musk's xAI, which has faced intense scrutiny in recent days over anti-Semitic posts by its Grok chatbot.

Tech giants scramble to meet AI's looming energy crisis

The artificial intelligence industry is scrambling to reduce its massive energy consumption through better cooling systems, more efficient computer chips, and smarter programming -- all while AI usage explodes worldwide.

Formerra to Supply Foster Medical Compounds Across the Americas

Following GEON's acquisition of Foster, LLC, this new agreement expands Formerra's healthcare polymer portfolio with life-saving medical compounds.

Go Green Global Technologies Corp. and Four DRobotics(R), Corp. Announce LOI to Merge and Launch Joint Agentic AI Efficiency Monitoring Systems

Planned merger will integrate Sonical™ clean-tech hardware with autonomous robotics and Agentic AI software to deliver next-generation infrastructure solutions.

Inspire Veterinary Partners Launches Company-Wide Incentive Program

Recent quality of work-life survey demonstrates clinic leader and employee satisfaction, underscoring value of Inspire's approach as new incentive program rolls out

The Build Show Welcomes Jordan Smith

AUSTIN, TX / ACCESS Newswire / July 15, 2025 / As the leading provider of residential construction insight and education, The Build Show continues to expand our team of Expert builders passionate about sharing their expertise and experience. Jordan Smith, Co-Founder and Owner along with his wife Veronica of Smith House, re-joins The Build Show! Jordan worked with Risinger Build and Matt Risinger back in the 2015 timeframe - the early days of creating YouTube videos with Matt. Jordan is known for its commitment to craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and transparent building practices, building affordable high performance healthy homes.

Peel Region's Gold Cherry Bakery Honoured with 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Cake Shop Category

MISSISSAUGA, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 15, 2025 / Gold Cherry Bakery, a custom cake and pastry shop in the GTA celebrated for its artistry and quality, has been recognized with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Cake Shop category for Peel Region. This award highlights the bakery's dedication to celebrating special moments, delivering exceptional taste, and exceeding customer expectations.

QorusDocs Reports 360% Increase in Customers Using AI to Manage Proposals, Acquires Shark Finesse to Build Unified AI-Powered Value and Proposal Platform

BELLEVUE, WA / ACCESS Newswire / July 15, 2025 / QorusDocs, an AI-powered proposal management software company that streamlines creation of pitches, proposals and request for proposal (RFP) responses, today announced that its customers' use of AI to manage proposals has grown 360% year over year, and that it has acquired Shark Finesse Ltd, a United Kingdom-based AI-powered customer value management software.

Setting the Standard: Lexus of Oakville Receives 2025 Consumer Choice Award

OAKVILLE, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 15, 2025 / Lexus of Oakville, a destination dealership renowned for delivering the ultimate Lexus ownership experience, has been recognized with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Automobile Dealers - Lexus category for the Greater Toronto Area. This award underscores the dealership's commitment to setting the standard in luxury vehicle sales and service, providing customers with refined care and a journey that lives up to the craftsmanship of the Lexus brand.

A Tradition of Excellence: E. W. Smith Roofing Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award in Toronto Central

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 15, 2025 / E. W. Smith Roofing, a trusted name in roofing services across Toronto for over four decades, has been awarded the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Roofing category in Toronto Central. This latest recognition marks the company's thirteenth Consumer Choice Award win since 2007, a reflection of its long-standing commitment to quality, service, and reliability.

US House set to vote on landmark crypto bills this week

US lawmakers are on the verge of passing landmark legislation that will give the much-maligned crypto world much-wanted legitimacy, riding on President Donald Trump's recent embrace of the industry.

You're a TV star, Harry: Potter series to debut in 2027

Filming has begun on a Harry Potter TV series that will debut in 2027, bringing the Hollywood hit to the small screen for the first time.

Syrian forces advance on Sweida as Druze leader says truce talks underway

Syrian government forces were advancing towards the southern city of Sweida on Monday to quell deadly clashes between Druze fighters and Bedouin tribes, with one Druze armed group saying talks with authorities aimed at brokering a truce were underway.

EU still seeks Trump trade deal -- but readies retaliation

The EU on Monday moved to firm up possible retaliation if US President Donald Trump hits the bloc with 30-percent tariffs, while insisting it was still looking to clinch a deal by August 1.

LVMH Italian fashion house Loro Piana put under court administration

Italian fashion house Loro Piana, owned by French giant LVMH, has been placed under court administration for allegedly facilitating the exploitation of workers by subcontractors, police and a company source said Monday.

Researchers redesign vaginal speculum to ease fear and pain

It is cold, hard, metallic and commonly associated with pain. Not a mediaeval torture instrument, but the vaginal speculum used every day around the world for essential gynaecological exams.

European markets drop after Trump's latest tariff warning

European markets mostly fell Monday while Asia was mixed as investors digested Donald Trump's latest trade war salvos that saw him threaten to hit the European Union and Mexico with 30 percent tariffs.

China exports beat forecasts in June after US tariff truce

China's exports rose more than expected in June, official data showed Monday, after Washington and Beijing agreed a tentative deal to lower swingeing tariffs on each other.

China exports soared in June, beating forecasts: official data

China's exports jumped in June, official data showed Monday, beating forecasts in a month when Washington and Beijing agreed a tentative deal to lower swingeing tariffs on each other.

'Las Vegas in Laos': the riverside city awash with crime

Rising from the muddy fields on the Mekong riverbank in Laos, a lotus tops a casino in a sprawling city which analysts decry as a centre for cybercrime.

Tesla to offer shareholders chance to invest in xAI: Musk

Tesla will give its shareholders the option to invest in artificial intelligence startup xAI, billionaire owner of both companies Elon Musk said on his social media platform X.

EU ministers weigh response to latest Trump tariff threat

EU ministers on Monday will debate the bloc's approach to trade talks with the United States, as Brussels scrambles to head off 30-percent tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump.

US conducts military exercises at Panama Canal

The United States military teamed with Panamanian police to conduct a series of new exercises aimed at protecting the Panama Canal, amid tensions over alleged Chinese influence along the prized trade route.

Macron to raise defence targets, citing Russia threat

President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday called for a massive boost to France's defence spending, saying freedom in Europe was facing a greater threat than at any time since the end of World War II.

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