Weston Family Buys U.K. Drugstore Boots for $8.9B
The family behind Canada's largest pharmacy and grocery chains is expanding its business by purchasing U.K. drugstore Boots. Wittington Investments, the Weston family holding...
“Emera and Canadian Utilities Merge to Form Energy Powerhouse”
A new dominant force in the Canadian energy sector is on the horizon following the merger announcement of Halifax-based Emera Inc. and Calgary-based Canadian...
“Texas AG Probes Chemicals in Children’s Underwear”
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an inquiry into the potential use of harmful chemicals in the production of children's underwear by Fruit...
“Cenovus Energy to Boost Oilsands Production with $5.7B Acquisition”
Cenovus Energy Inc. is expanding its steam-driven oilsands assets through a $5.7 billion cash-and-stock acquisition of Athabasca Oil Corp. The company's CEO believes recent...
Norway Considers Ban on Smart Glasses for Privacy
Norway is considering a temporary ban on smart glasses in certain public areas to address the potential privacy risks posed by these devices. The...
“Trump Appoints Jay Clayton as U.S. Artificial Intelligence Czar”
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he has appointed Jay Clayton, the current director of national intelligence, as the government's artificial intelligence...