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01 Aug

Parimatch Announces Exclusive Global Partnership as a Sleeve Partner of Leeds United F.C.

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Parimatch is proud to cooperate with Leeds United F.C. as the official sleeve partner for the men's first team. The collaboration begins as the club returns to the Premier League in the 2025/26 season. Parimatch Announces Exclusive Global Partnership as a Sleeve Partner of Leeds United F.C. With a rich football legacy and a fan base known for its passion and loyalty, Leeds United is back where it truly belongs - in the top flight. And Parimatch is here to capture that moment, celebrate it, and support it, loud and clear. Parimatch is the #1 global gaming platform with 30+…

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01 Aug

Toxic Drug Deaths in B.C. Fall Sharply, Down 40% from Peak Levels

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingBritish Columbia, Canada

Victoria (Richa Walia): British Columbia has recorded a significant drop in toxic drug deaths, with fatalities in May and June down about 40 per cent from their peak levels, according to new data released by the BC Coroners Service. The province reported 145 deaths in May, compared to 181 in the same month last year, and 147 deaths in June, down from 185 in June 2024. This marks a steep decline from the record high of 243 deaths reported in December 2023, reflecting a downward trend that is also being seen across much of North America. The BC Coroners Service…

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01 Aug

Canada Responds to US Tariff Hike with Call for Unity and Economic Resilience

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has issued a strong and measured response after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sharp increase in tariffs on Canadian goods not covered by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). The new 35% tariff, up from 25%, is set to take effect immediately, targeting a broad range of exports outside the trade deal. In an official statement released today, Prime Minister Carney expressed disappointment over the U.S. decision but reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to CUSMA, which he called “the world’s second-largest free trade agreement by trading volume.” Carney emphasized that while many Canadian exports…

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01 Aug

Donald Trump Raises Tariffs on Canadian Goods to 35% Ahead of Deadline

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Washington D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday increasing tariffs on Canadian goods from 25% to 35%, targeting all products not covered under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The new rates will take effect on August 1, the White House confirmed. “In response to Canada’s continued inaction and retaliation, President Trump has determined it is necessary to increase the tariff on Canada from 25% to 35% to effectively address the existing emergency,” the White House said in a statement. Additionally, a 40% transshipment levy will be applied to goods routed through third countries in an…

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01 Aug

ASIRT Probes Fatal RCMP Shooting in Lac La Biche

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) is investigating a fatal RCMP-involved shooting in Lac La Biche that occurred on July 27. According to ASIRT, RCMP officers were dispatched at 11:47 a.m. after receiving a call for assistance from a local residence. When officers arrived, residents informed them that the man in question had left before their arrival. A short time later, police located the man in a nearby field armed with two knives. Officers ordered him to drop the weapons, and one officer deployed a conducted energy weapon. A physical struggle followed, during which the man…

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01 Aug

Alberta MLAs to Advocate for Barrier-Free Trade at U.S. Legislators’ Summit in Boston

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is set to push for deeper economic ties with the United States as three provincial MLAs prepare to attend the National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) 50th annual summit in Boston, Massachusetts, from Aug. 2 to 7. MLAs Angela Pitt (Airdrie-East), Glenn Van Dijken (Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock), and Chelsae Petrovic (Livingstone-Macleod) will represent Alberta at the summit, which brings together lawmakers and government leaders from across the U.S. and beyond. Their mission: to advocate for barrier-free trade, promote Alberta as a secure energy and agriculture partner, and strengthen cross-border economic relations. Alberta’s Economic Priorities Over the course of…

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31 Jul

India’s Housing Ladder is Missing its Bottom Rungs, Says BCD Group Vice-Chairman Ashwinder R. Singh

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Warning that the country's housing ladder is losing its crucial first rungs, Ashwinder R. Singh, Vice-Chairman & CEO of BCD Group and Chairman of the CII Real Estate Committee, has raised a red flag over India's shrinking affordable housing supply. Affordable housing is not a second-tier pursuit, and the real estate sector must embrace affordability. Ashwinder R. Singh, Vice-Chairman & CEO of BCD Group and Chairman of the CII Real Estate Committee Despite India's massive housing shortfall, developers are increasingly turning away from sub-Rs. 50-lakh homes. Singh points out that the trend is being driven not only by tighter margins…

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31 Jul

Fortis Hiranandani Hospital Vashi Launches Advanced Robotic Surgery Program

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Fortis Hiranandani Hospital Vashi recently launched a Robotic Surgery Program, equipped with the cutting-edge Versius Surgical System. This robotic-assisted technology will help redefine the future of Gastrointestinal, Urology, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Pancreatic and abdominal Oncology procedures, as well as general surgery. The surgical system biomimics a human arm, helping surgeons deliver high-precision robotic minimal access surgery (MAS) and marks a significant step towards delivering safer, smarter, and more patient-friendly surgical solutions. The robotic surgery unit will be led by Dr. Jignesh Gandhi, Senior Consultant - Robotic Surgery & Dr. Shishir Shetty, Senior Consultant - Surgical Oncology; and supported by a…

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31 Jul

India’s Brightest Young Innovators Set to Represent the Nation at STEM Racing World Finals at Singapore Grand Prix

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In a thrilling celebration of innovation, creativity, and the power of STEM education, STEMplify proudly concluded the 7th Season of the STEM Racing India Nationals 2025, Presented by Athena Education and supported by Formula 1 in Schools. The event brought together 90 dynamic student teams from across the country in a high-energy showcase that reflected the brilliance and passion of India's next generation of changemakers. From New Delhi to Singapore, the future of innovation is racing ahead! This prestigious national-level competition is more than just a race-its a movement. One that empowers young minds to innovate, collaborate, and solve real-world…

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31 Jul

New Report Reveals Key Considerations For Successful Distribution Onboarding

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The Global Technology Distribution Council (GTDC) released its collaborative research report titled "The Distribution Onramp: A Quick-Start Guide for Established and Emerging Technology Vendors" during the GTIA ChannelCon event this week. The engaging new study provides valuable best practices for initiating and developing strong and mutually beneficial relationships between technology suppliers and distributors. In todays fast-paced technology landscape, IT vendors are under immense pressure to scale their sales, technical support and other operations quickly and efficiently to meet market demands and stay ahead of the competition. GTDCs latest report illustrates how a well-designed channel program can create an accelerated path…

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