The American automaker Ford is once again under intense public and regulatory scrutiny as it issues a massive safety recall affecting over 200,000 vehicles. This latest recall includes some of the brand’s most iconic models—Ford Expedition, Super Duty trucks, and Lincoln Navigator—all due to critical defects that could pose serious risks on the road. The Continue reading
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USD/CAD Holds Steady Above Weekly Low as Canadian Dollar Forecast Develops
The USD/CAD currency pair continues to trade within a narrow range, maintaining levels above the weekly low of 1.3900. Despite the recent rebound from earlier this month, the pair’s ability to sustain upward momentum may be limited due to the ongoing pressure from the negatively sloped 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 1.4083. US Retail Continue reading
Surrey Man Wins $80 Million Lotto Max Jackpot, Says It ‘Feels Like a Dream
A Simple Dinner Run Turns Into a Life-Changing Fortune Justin Simporios, a 35-year-old husband and father from Surrey, B.C., couldn’t stop saying “thank you” at the B.C. Lottery Corporation headquarters. Standing in front of cheering staff, flashing cameras, and holding back tears, Simporios was still trying to comprehend the life-altering moment—he had just won $80 Continue reading
Confirmed 2026 COLA Increase Could Push Monthly Benefits Over $2,000 for First Time in History
For millions of retirees, Social Security isn’t just a line item on a bank statement — it’s the financial foundation of daily life. And for the first time, the average monthly benefit could exceed $2,000 in 2026. This historic shift would come thanks to a projected 2.3% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), giving seniors a modest, but Continue reading
U.S. Breaks Record for Most Powerful Electron Beam, Reclaims Leadership in Global Research
The United States has once again asserted its leadership in scientific innovation with a groundbreaking advance at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Researchers there have developed the most powerful ultrashort electron beam ever created—delivering a peak current five times higher than anything achieved before. This leap forward is not just a triumph in engineering; it Continue reading
Experiment Shows 1997 Processor with Just 128MB RAM Can Power AI Capabilities
Rethinking AI’s Hardware Needs: A Groundbreaking Demonstration For years, the consensus in artificial intelligence was clear: powerful AI models need equally powerful hardware—state-of-the-art GPUs, massive RAM, and sophisticated processors. But a recent experiment has upended this belief. In a stunning technical feat, researchers managed to run a modern AI language model on a 1997-era PC Continue reading
Recall Issued in Canada for GM 6.2L L87 Engine
General Motors has issued a major recall for its 2021 to 2024 full-size trucks and SUVs in Canada due to potentially serious manufacturing defects found in vehicles equipped with the 6.2L V8 L87 engine. The recall follows an escalating number of lawsuits, investigations, and engine replacements tied to these powertrains. This issue affects key GM Continue reading
Honda Shifting Some CR-V Production from Ontario to Ohio
The Honda CR-V, one of the most popular crossovers in North America, may soon see a major production shift. In response to potential U.S. tariffs proposed by the Trump administration, Honda is reportedly preparing to move the production of CR-Vs destined for the American market out of Canada and into the United States. But before Continue reading
IRCC Conducts First Canadian Experience Class Draw After Three-Month Pause
Latest Express Entry Draw Highlights Continued Focus on Canadian Experience Class The most recent Express Entry draw was held on May 13, 2025, targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) category. This marks the fourth CEC-specific draw of the year and demonstrates Canada’s ongoing commitment to selecting skilled workers with Canadian work experience. A Continue reading
Major Social Security Tax Break Could Include Large New Deduction for Retirees
The House Ways and Means Committee has introduced a tax reform bill with big implications for older Americans, especially retirees living on Social Security income. While some were hoping for a total tax exemption on their Social Security benefits, the proposal instead offers a different type of relief: a boosted standard deduction. What’s in the Continue reading