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IMF sees risks to global growth forecast over sustained Iran war
The International Monetary Fund warned on Thursday that continuing disruptions due to the Iran war meant its global economic outlook was moving towards an "adverse" scenario, with growth pared down and greater risks to inflation.
China's Weichai wins battle for Ferretti yacht maker
Chinese group Weichai on Thursday took control of the world's top yacht maker, Ferretti, after a takeover battle with a Czech shareholder that had appealed to the Italian government.
Honda suspends plans for new electric vehicle plant in Canada
Japanese auto giant Honda said Thursday its plans to build a multi-billion-dollar electric vehicle plant in Canada have been "indefinitely suspended," marking another blow to the country's tariff-hit auto sector.
Sniffer dogs police Cannes' cocaine-fuelled party scene
The mayor of Cannes has ordered a drugs crackdown as Hollywood stars and film industry executives flock to party and do deals in the French Riviera resort.
Tech stocks rally rolls on as US-China talks underway
European and US stock markets climbed Thursday as a tech-fuelled rally rolled on even as the United States and China were locked in talks in Beijing, accompanied by key US business leaders hoping for deals.
Stocks diverge tracking tech, US-China talks
European and Asian stock markets diverged on Thursday as investors weighed high-stakes talks between the United States and China and optimism over artificial intelligence.
Stars flying into Cannes in private jets 'obscene', say ex-pilots
Climate activists are urging movie stars to fly economy or take the train to Cannes after saying private jets burned two millions of litres of kerosene getting them to the film festival last year.
UK economy resilient as Mideast war, political risks loom
Britain's economy expanded in the first quarter, official data showed Thursday, offering a boost to embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer as the Mideast crisis and political turmoil cloud the outlook.
Asia stocks uneven as investors assess high-stakes Trump-Xi talks, AI rally
Asian markets were mixed Thursday as investors weighed high-stakes US-China talks and persistent inflation concerns, which tempered optimism fuelled by record highs on Wall Street.
Burberry returns to full-year profit on turnaround plan
British fashion label Burberry said Thursday that it returned to profit in its latest fiscal year thanks to a sizeable cost-cutting plan launched at the end of 2024.
Denmark, Australia in the spotlight in Eurovision second semi
The last 10 places in the Eurovision final are up for grabs in Thursday's second semi, with Denmark and Australia hotly tipped to make it through once the votes are counted.
Xi warns Trump on Taiwan at Beijing summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned his US counterpart Donald Trump that missteps on Taiwan could push their two countries into "conflict", a stark opening salvo as they met in Beijing on Thursday at a superpower summit.
Bone appetit: Paris pups lap up treats at dog-centric spots
An elegant, white-haired Parisian savours a biscuity cloud of cream and apple down to the last crumb at one of the French capital's many bakeries -- but this client has four legs, not two.
India bars sugar exports until September
India, one of the world's largest sugar producers, has banned exports of the key commodity until the end of September to ensure enough domestic supplies and prevent prices from rising.
EV overhaul drags Honda to first operating loss since 1957
Honda announced Thursday its first operational loss since 1957 after a major overhaul of its electric vehicle strategy in the United States.
Honda posts operating loss, first since 1957
Honda announced Thursday its first operational loss since 1957 after a major overhaul of its electric vehicle strategy in the United States.
Asia markets mixed as Trump-Xi summit, AI trade dominate
Asian markets were mixed Thursday as investors weighed a high-stakes US-China summit and persistent inflation concerns, which tempered optimism fuelled by record highs on Wall Street.
Indian pharma fuels Africa's 'zombie drug' and opioid crisis
They come in blister packs of 10 like any normal painkiller and you can buy them easily in roadside kiosks and street pharmacies across west Africa.
In Washington, the fight to preserve Black cemeteries
Georgetown, one of present-day Washington's most expensive neighborhoods, used to be a hub of Black life in the US capital.
Redwood AI Announces Optimization Module Update to Reactosphere, Expanding Experimental Planning and Chemical Process Optimization Capabilities
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Redwood AI Corp. (CSE:AIRX)(OTCQB:RDWCF)(Frankfurt:Y0N, WKN: A422EZ) ("Redwood" or the "Company") is pleased to announce an expansion of the optimization capabilities within Reactosphere (the "Platform" or the "Software"), its AI-powered chemistry platform, through the launch of a new Optimization Module (the "Module"). The Module is designed to help chemists and R&D teams improve experimental outcomes while reducing the time, material usage, and trial-and-error typically associated with chemical optimization workflows.
Harte Hanks Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
Advances Sector-Aligned Growth Strategy While Maintaining Strong Balance Sheet and Positive EBITDA
Glo Tanning Announces New Spray Tanning and Wellness Studio in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, NC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Glo Tanning is thrilled to announce that its newest location in Greensboro, North Carolina is now open, bringing its signature blend of skincare, wellness, and tanning services to the community.
Qimedo Brings Power Every Move to Whole-Home Cleaning for North American Households
CHARLESTON, SC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Qimedo, a home-cleaning tools brand guided by the idea of "Power Every Move," is strengthening its whole-home cleaning portfolio for modern households across North America. Built around real cleaning scenarios-from pet hair and floor stains to bathroom grime, kitchen grease, and post-grill residue-the brand aims to make everyday cleaning more efficient, more manageable, and less physically demanding.
CMG Home Loans Welcomes The Gosser Group
EVERETT, WA / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / CMG Home Loans, the retail arm of the well-capitalized and privately held mortgage lender, CMG Financial, today announced the addition of a new team: The Gosser Group. The team will be led by Branch Manager Jason Gosser (NMLS ID# 120413), a western Washington native with nearly 30 years of experience helping home buyers achieve their homeownership goals.
You're (Almost) Never "Too Old" to Benefit from an Annuity
Annuities can calm a stormy environment and can pay high rates
REX Shares, LLC & Tuttle Capital Management, LLC Announce a Forward Share Split of T-REX 2X Long SNDK Daily Target ETF
RICHMOND, VA / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / REX Shares, LLC and Tuttle Capital Management, LLC ("T-REX") announced today the execution of a forward share split for the following exchange-traded fund (the "Fund").
$4.2 Million and Counting: Atlanta HBCU Scholarship Initiative Powers First Spring Graduates
Less than a year into the 10-year program, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grant is helping students overcome financial barriers.
Healthy Paws Joins Pawlicy Advisor's Marketplace
Partnership expands network with coverage from one of the most trusted pet insurance providers in the U.S.
How to Fight an Order of Protection in Arizona: Legal Guidance from Tucson Attorney Edward F. Cohn
An experienced Tucson criminal defense attorney explains the legal process, common mistakes, and how to challenge an order of protection in Arizona courts.
Inspira Financial and Ameritas Bring Health Savings and Retirement Planning Closer Together
OAK BROOK, IL / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Inspira Financial and Ameritas today announced an arrangement designed to expand access to health savings account (HSA) solutions for employers, advisors, and participants through the Ameritas retirement platform.
Davidovich Stone Law Group: Habitability Claims Require Integrated Legal Strategy
Managing Partner Niv V. Davidovich explains why property owners who address habitability disputes as standalone issues consistently face greater legal exposure than those who approach them as part of a connected, portfolio-wide legal strategy.
FlippingBook Introduces Digital Bookshelves for Organizing and Sharing Content
COSPICUA, MT / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / FlippingBook, a professional browser-based publishing service that converts PDFs into digital flipbooks, announces the release of Digital Bookshelves a unique way to present and organize content online.