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Climate activists fire confetti cannon at Sigourney Weaver London play

Two climate activists disrupted a London stage performance of William Shakespeare's "The Tempest", starring Hollywood actress Sigourney Weaver, on Monday.

German, Danish leaders meet after Trump Greenland warnings

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen met on Tuesday in a show of unity after US President Donald Trump again stressed his designs on Greenland.

Breakout Chinese AI 'programmed' to toe the party line

Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek has made waves in Silicon Valley, stunning investors and industry insiders with its ability to match the skills of its Western competitors at a fraction of the cost.

Trump warns of 'wake-up call' as low-cost Chinese AI jolts sector

Fears of upheaval in the AI gold rush rocked Wall Street on Monday following the emergence of a popular ChatGPT-like model from China, with US President Donald Trump saying it was a "wake-up call" for Silicon Valley.

How Donald Trump weaponized tariffs

When President Donald Trump learned Colombia had pushed back on US deportations, his threat of a massive trade war laid out the stakes: cooperate, or else.

EU, Britain to face off in post-Brexit fishing battle case

A tiny silver fish which is an important food source in the North Sea will take centre stage Tuesday as the European Union and Britain square off over post-Brexit fishing rights.

Do or DEI: Trump's assault on diversity divides America

For President Donald Trump's allies, his crackdown on the "illegal and immoral discrimination" of equal opportunities programs reflects a shifting US electorate that has lost patience with ineffective and performative political correctness.

'Tell the world': Holocaust survivors entrust memories to AI

Survivors of the Holocaust have entrusted their memories of the Nazi death camps to artificial intelligence to ensure that generations to come can access recollections of the genocide of six million Jews.

Chinese property giant Vanke warns of huge loss, CEO resigns

Indebted Chinese property giant Vanke said Monday that its CEO had resigned due to "health reasons", after state-backed media reported he had been taken away by authorities.

Taiwan identifies 52 'suspicious' Chinese ships for close monitoring

Taiwan has identified 52 "suspicious" Chinese-owned ships flying flags of convenience that require close monitoring if detected near the island, the coast guard said Monday, as Taipei seeks to protect its subsea telecoms cables.

Chinese lion dance troupe shrugs off patriarchal past

Flinging her male teammate into the air, performer Lin Xinmeng practises China's world-famous lion dance with a troupe that is shrugging off centuries of patriarchal norms.

Asian stocks drop as tariff fears return, new AI programme emerges

Asian markets mostly fell Monday on fresh trade fears after Donald Trump's threat to impose huge tariffs on Colombia in retaliation for its refusal to accept deportation flights from the United States.

Troubled European carmakers to talk fines and EVs with EU

Europe's biggest carmakers will converge on Brussels for talks this week as the EU seeks to chart a way forward for an embattled industry struggling to cope with Chinese competition and climate rules.

Japan's Osaka bans street smoking ahead of Expo 2025

The Japanese city of Osaka on Monday imposed a smoking ban on public streets as part of efforts to become more visitor-friendly ahead of this year's World Expo.

ECB to cut rates again, with a nervous eye on Trump

Eurozone rate-setters are set to cut borrowing costs again this week, confident their efforts to lower inflation will remain on track despite the threat from US President Donald Trump's protectionist agenda.

Gladstone Land Reports No Damage to Farms from California Wildfires

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Gladstone Land Corporation (Nasdaq:LAND) ("Gladstone Land" or the "Company") announced that none of its California farms have been impacted by the recent wildfires that have occurred in the southern part of the state. The Company further notes that all of its farms in the state growing permanent crops are insured by the Company or its tenant-farmers under policies that would cover both the crops and any potential loss of crop income.

A Combined SMX and Ybyra Can Transform Brazil's Commodities Landscape

This union isn't merely a business transaction; it's a blueprint for unlocking Brazil's immense natural wealth and ensuring that its resources serve as a foundation for ethical, sustainable global trade. Ybyrá Capital, a burgeoning force in South American commodities and real estate development, brings over $1 billion in assets under management to the table. With SMX's groundbreaking molecular marking and blockchain-backed traceability technology, the combination promises to bridge Brazil's natural resource abundance with cutting-edge innovation.

SMX Ltd. and Ybyrá Capital Inch Closer to Finalizing Transformative Partnership

The non-binding Heads of Agreement outlines the roadmap for due diligence, regulatory compliance, and shareholder approvals. SMX emphasized its commitment to ensuring transparency throughout the process, working closely with Ybyrá to align the transaction with U.S., Brazilian, and Nasdaq regulatory standards. An independent third-party analysis is underway to validate Ybyrá's assets, which exceed $1 billion in value. This assessment will serve as a cornerstone for structuring the final transaction to maximize shareholder returns.

Announcing the 2025 Waterloo Region Consumer Choice Award Winners

WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Waterloo 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 Waterloo Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Announcing the 2025 Atlanta Consumer Choice Award Winners

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Atlanta 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 Atlanta Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Announcing the 2025 Guelph and Centre Wellington Region Consumer Choice Award Winners

GUELPH, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2025 / Consumer Choice Award is pleased to announce the 2025 award recipients in the Guelph and Centre Wellington 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 Guelph and Centre Wellington Consumer Choice Award Winners.

Diversified Expands Asset Base, Density, and Commodity Mix with Acquisition of Liquids Rich Maverick Natural Resources

Financial and Strategic Accretive Acquisition Provides Opportunity for 95% Increase in Revenue, Enhanced Margins, Expense Synergies, and 55% Increase in Free Cash FlowUnique & Differentiated Business Model Offers Reliable Production, Multi-Basin Commodity Diversification, and Strong Hedging Program that Enables Consistent Free Cash FlowsSignificant Operating Scale Provides Optionality for Organic Growth Through Established Low-Risk, High-Return Development PartnershipExpands Proven Roll-Up Model to the Permian Basin and Forges Partnership with Energy Focused Investor EIGModern Field Management Philosophy of Experienced Diversified Team Well Positioned to Leverage Technology, Capture Synergies and Unlock Portfolio Value

Universal, Spotify ink multi-year deal

Universal Music Group, the world's largest music company, and streaming behemoth Spotify on Sunday announced a multi-year direct deal that will affect both recording and publishing royalty rates.

Undersea cable between Sweden and Latvia damaged, both countries say

Latvia said it had dispatched a warship on Sunday after damage to a fibre optic cable to Sweden that may have been "due to external factors".

Belarusians near Ukraine border long for end to war

Living 30 kilometres from the Ukrainian border, Belarusian retiree Sergei Budyukhin says the war on the other side of the frontier never feels far away.

US Fed prepares to pause in first rate decision since Trump's inauguration

The US Federal Reserve is expected to announce a pause in rate cuts on Wednesday, as policymakers look to continue tackling inflation under close and vocal scrutiny from President Donald Trump.

Liberty Helps Australians Simplify Finances With Personal Loans

As recent credit and charge card use in Australia reaches new highs, Liberty has personal loan solutions to help those looking to better manage repayments for multiple debts.

Rubbish roads: Nepal explores paving with plastic

Cars speeding along a smooth, black-coloured street in Nepal's Pokhara are also driving over heaps of discarded plastic, transformed into an ingredient in road construction.

US stocks retreat while yen gains on Bank of Japan rate hike

Wall Street stocks retreated Friday as the market's latest rally lost steam, while the yen pushed higher after the Bank of Japan lifted interest rates.

Serbians strike in protest over fatal roof collapse

Thousands of young people took to streets across Serbia on Friday, after student protest organisers called for a general strike over the fatal collapse of a train station roof in November.

Meta plans to invest $60 bn or more in AI this year

Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg on Friday said the tech giant plans to invest at least $60 billion in artificial intelligence in 2025, aiming to lead in the technology.

Croatians boycott shopping to protest high prices

Supermarket aisles were quiet across Croatia on Friday as consumers protested high food prices by joining a boycott on shopping.

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