The Canadian Institute of Actuaries honored 172 volunteers during their 2026 Legacy Awards, with Jim Christie receiving the prestigious Chambers–Brown award for 48 terms of service. The ceremony recognized leaders in actuarial science for their contributions to financial security and professional standards in Canada.
MCE Systems has appointed former AT&T Vice President Jen Asplund to its advisory board to help expand its AI-driven customer care solutions. Asplund brings 18 years of technical and operational telecommunications experience to the dDLM provider.
Hollywood enters its crucial summer movie season with a blend of massive franchise sequels and Christopher Nolan's ambitious, IMAX-exclusive 'The Odyssey.' The industry hopes to surpass the $4 billion mark as major titles like 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' and 'Toy Story 5' hit theaters.
Antiques expert Boudicca Scherazade shares her struggle to sell her historic £1m London flat, joining a growing number of homeowners facing a cooling luxury market. Rising service charges and falling property values have left many sellers trapped in a stagnant real estate environment.
Consumer advocates are warning travelers to look beyond base ticket prices as baggage fees and stricter cabin policies threaten to inflate travel costs. New industry shifts by airlines like Southwest and United are further complicating the landscape for passengers planning upcoming flights.
China has ordered Meta to abandon its $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing national security and regulatory concerns. The decision follows a lengthy review of the Singapore-based firm's deep ties to original entities in mainland China.
India and New Zealand have signed a sweeping free trade agreement, eliminating tariffs on all Indian exports to the island nation and securing $20 billion in investment. The deal aims to fortify economic ties as both nations seek to diversify trade routes amid global instability.
HiPP Organic UK has recalled a batch of its 7+ months Vegetable Lasagne over labeling errors, while European authorities issue warnings regarding potential product tampering in other markets.
BP is emerging as a top-performing oil stock as the Iran war fuels exceptional trading profits, while Exxon Mobil faces significant production constraints and heavy logistical losses in the Persian Gulf.
A family farm in the UK has been forced to halt operations until 2027 following a tuberculosis outbreak that resulted in the culling of eight llamas. Owner Lisa Fox reports that, despite mandatory testing and culling, government support falls far short of covering mounting veterinary costs and income losses.
Hundreds of passengers were left stranded across Australia and New Zealand on Sunday as 34 flights were cancelled and 272 delayed. The disruption underscores ongoing operational instability in the region as airlines grapple with maintenance backlogs and rising fuel costs.
A former charity shop employee shares insider tips on how to find the best deals, emphasizing the importance of shop location and monitoring social media updates for the best inventory.
