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UK set for 'limited' budget giveaways as borrowing costs surge

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new government unveils its first budget Wednesday, testing a commitment to ease the cost of living and ramp up defence spending with little financial room for manoeuvre.

Canada-EU summit seeks deepened alliance as US ties fray

Canadian and European Union leaders meet in Montreal this week for a summit aimed at deepening their alliance as both sides navigate tumultuous relations with the United States.

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Asian markets wobble as Trump-Xi talks offset by Musk row

Asian markets stuttered Friday as optimism from "very positive" talks between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping was wiped out by the stunning public row between the US leader and Elon Musk.

AI-generated Pope sermons flood YouTube, TikTok

AI-generated videos and audios of Pope Leo XIV are populating rapidly online, racking up views as platforms struggle to police them.

Norway adopts tourist tax to combat overtourism

Norwegian lawmakers approved Thursday the introduction of a tourist tax to help finance infrastructure improvements as a boom in visitors has led to worries about overtourism.

Executive bonuses banned at six UK water companies over pollution

Six UK water companies were banned Friday from paying bonuses to senior executives, which the government said would be inappropriate given their failure to clean up their massive sewage discharges.

60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals and Liberty Star Interviews to Air on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on Bloomberg TV

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 6, 2025 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:SXTP) and Liberty Star Minerals (OTCQB:LBSR) on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money™ show, a sponsored program on Bloomberg TV this Saturday, June 7, at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Bloomberg TV is available in an estimated 73 million homes across the U.S.

Divorced and Facing IRS Collection? Clear Start Tax Outlines How Innocent Spouse Relief Could Save You Thousands

Clear Start Tax Explains How Divorced Taxpayers Can Escape IRS Liability for a Former Spouse's Mistakes

GEE Group Announces Sale of Its Triad Light Industrial Division

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 6, 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 that, effective June 2, 2025, it has completed the successful sale of Triad, its Light Industrial Division, to Armada Staffing Group ("Armada"), a division of Ohio based Reliable Staffing Resources ("Reliable"), led by the Gasbarro family. This strategic transaction marks a continued focus by GEE Group on its professional staffing and human resources solutions specialty service offerings, in verticals comprised of Information Technology, Engineering, Finance and Accounting, Office Support and Health Care.

Trump travel ban won't hit Los Angeles Olympics: organizers

Los Angeles 2028 Olympics organizers said Thursday the Games will not be impacted by President Donald Trump's ban on citizens from 12 countries from visiting the United States.

Trump-Xi call fuels market optimism but US stocks slip on Musk row

Wall Street closed lower Thursday as a spat between President Donald Trump and his billionaire former aide Elon Musk spilled into the public eye, but global markets were mixed while investors assessed trade talks between Washington and Beijing.

Judge scolds Sean Combs after he nods at jurors

The judge overseeing the US federal trial of fallen hip-hop giant Sean "Diddy" Combs threatened to remove him from the courtroom Thursday after he apparently made facial expressions at jurors.

Jury begins to consider Harvey Weinstein verdict

Jurors began deliberating their verdict in Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's rape and sexual assault retrial Thursday after hearing from three women who allege the cinema power broker preyed on them.

Germany's Merz survives Trump test, despite Ukraine differences

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz came through his Oval Office encounter with Donald Trump relatively unscathed Thursday -- despite differences over Ukraine as the US president said it might be better to let Moscow and Kyiv fight it out like children.

Jury prepares to consider Harvey Weinstein verdict

Jurors prepared to consider a verdict in Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's rape and sexual assault retrial Thursday after hearing from three women who allege the cinema power broker preyed on them.

ECB cuts rates again but pause seen ahead

President Christine Lagarde said the European Central Bank was in a "good place" to deal with global uncertainty as it cut interest rates again Thursday, fuelling expectations it might soon hit pause after a lengthy easing cycle.

Dr Martens seeks more stability after new profit slide

British iconic bootmaker Dr Martens on Thursday announced another sharp drop in annual profits, as it looks to build on recent stability under its new chief executive.

Restaurants strike on popular Greek tourist island over beach clampdown

Restaurant owners on the Greek tourist island of Paros staged a 24-hour shutdown Thursday to protest against zoning regulations blocking them from using part of the island harbour's beachfront.

ECB cuts rate again facing growth, tariff woes

The European Central Bank's easing cycle reached the one-year mark Thursday when policymakers delivered another interest rate cut as concerns mount about the struggling eurozone economy and global trade tensions.

First ever Birkin bag to be auctioned in July

The first Birkin bag that was designed by French luxury brand Hermes for actress Jane Birkin in 1984, will be auctioned in Paris on July 10, auction house Sotheby's said Thursday.

Eurozone stocks climb before ECB rate decision

Eurozone stock markets climbed Thursday as the European Central Bank prepared to announce another cut to interest rates in the face of US tariffs.

Equities on front foot as US data feeds rate-cut hopes

Shares enjoyed a healthy run Thursday after soft US economic data boosted expectations the Federal Reserve will soon cut interest rates and put the focus on key jobs figures coming at the end of the week.

New eurozone rate cut expected as Trump trade war weighs

US President Donald Trump's tariff blitz, persistent growth worries and slowing inflation are expected to prompt eurozone rate-setters to lower borrowing costs again on Thursday.

Gamers get hold of Nintendo's hotly awaited Switch 2

Gamers on Thursday finally got their hands on Nintendo's new Switch 2 console, which could score record early sales for the Japanese "Super Mario" creator.

Most Asian markets rise as US data feeds rate-cut hopes

Asian shares mostly rose Thursday after soft US economic data boosted expectations the Federal Reserve will soon cut interest rates and put the focus on key jobs figures coming at the end of the week.

Announcing the 2025 North Vancouver Consumer Choice Award Winners

NORTH VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / June 5, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Announcing the 2025 Surrey Consumer Choice Award Winners

SURREY, BRITISH COLUMBIA / ACCESS Newswire / June 5, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Surrey 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 Surrey Consumer Choice Award Winners.

D. Boral Capital Celebrates Success of Inaugural DBC Conference

Event featured Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary as keynote speaker, and had 70 companies with over 400 attendees participating

GPOPlus+ Announces the Launch of Call Center Operations to Expand Direct B2B Sales

The new sales channel enhances nationwide reach and scales revenue, complementing its direct store delivery (DSD) distribution model.The initial revenue potential of 10 seats is estimated to generate $50,000 to $100,000 per seat per month, totalling $500,000.Expansion up to 22 seats, generating $50,000 per month per seat, representing additional revenue of $1,100,000 monthly, or $13,200,000 annually.

Epique CEO Josh Miller Wins 2025 HousingWire Marketing Leader Award

A Testament to Revolutionary Agent-First Marketing and Industry Disruption

EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure Appoints Steve Conner as President

Conner to provide strategic leadership across several key functional areas to further propel company growth as a leading provider of high-density hyperscale data center space

Announcing the 2025 Halifax Consumer Choice Award Winners

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA / ACCESS Newswire / June 5, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Halifax 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 Halifax Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Canada steelworkers urge Ottawa to counter Trump

Steelworkers in the Canadian city of Hamilton see President Donald Trump's latest trade war escalation as a wake-up call, insisting US efforts to protect struggling metal producers demand an equivalent national response.

Bulgaria on course to become 21st EU member to adopt euro

The European Commission gave the green light on Wednesday for Bulgaria to adopt the euro from next year, putting the Balkan country on course to become the 21st member of the single currency area.

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