Deutsche Bank shares surge 7% after net profit beats expectations
October 25, 2023
Deutsche Bank reported a third-quarter net profit of 1.031 billion euros ($1.06 billion), slightly beating expectations.
International
‘Incredible alpha opportunities’ in the year ahead despite headwinds, says Carlyle Group CEO Harvey Schwartz
October 25, 2023
Wall Street leaders speaking at the annual Riyadh event broadly expressed varying degrees of pessimism and caution for the coming year.
Investors should ‘buy the dip’ in Nvidia shares, Itau BBA analysts say
October 25, 2023
The chipmaker's shares plunged earlier this month, and the bank says the selloff is a buying opportunity. CNBC takes a look at what's behind its bullish view.
Rising yields and war: Here’s how to trade the volatility, according to fund managers
October 25, 2023
Yields are still rising, a war is raging, and it's uncertain whether interest rates will stay higher for longer. Here's how portfolio managers are investing.
Microsoft Earnings Growth Accelerates on Stronger-Than-Expected Cloud Demand
October 25, 2023
The company’s partnership with OpenAI has helped power new artificial-intelligence businesses.
Google’s Cloud Sales Disappoint as Advertising Rebounds
October 25, 2023
Parent company Alphabet reports an 11% increase in revenue, driven by strength in search-engine ads.
Who is Mike Johnson, newly elected speaker of the House?
October 25, 2023
Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., is the fourth nominee for House speaker since Rep. Kevin McCarthy was ousted from the role
Snap Returns to Revenue Growth After Two Quarters of Declining Sales
October 25, 2023
The company behind the popular social-media app Snapchat is seeing improvements in ad spending, but cautions that the Israel-Hamas war could temper its recovery.
States Sue Meta Alleging Harm to Young People on Instagram, Facebook
October 25, 2023
A group of more than 40 attorneys general are filing lawsuits alleging that Meta Platforms built products with addictive features that harm young users.
Meta’s Threads Draws Power Users Seeking Alternative to Musk’s X
October 24, 2023
The new social media service is growing again, although demand for immediacy continues.
Israel-Palestine: Gaza buckles under fuel shortage, healthcare in crisis
October 24, 2023
On day 17 of the Gaza-Israel crisis, UN humanitarians on Tuesday pleaded for desperately needed fuel deliveries and other relief items to prevent the already dire situation in the enclave from worsening further.
Israel-Palestine: Protection of civilians ‘must be paramount’ in war Guterres tells Security Council
October 24, 2023
The UN Security Council met on Tuesday at UN Headquarters in New York for a scheduled quarterly open debate on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, now given greater urgency by the Hamas attacks of 7 October and the deepening humanitarian...
World News in Brief, Afghanistan rights abuses, Sudan crisis deepens, Australia votes no
October 24, 2023
Afghanistan is facing a deteriorating human rights situation due to the Taliban's repressive policies, a culture of impunity and an ongoing humanitarian and economic crisis, the UN’s independent expert on the country said on Tuesday.
Nigeria to vaccinate 7.7 million girls against leading cause of cervical cancer
October 24, 2023
Nigeria introduced the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine into its routine immunisation system on Tuesday, aiming to reach 7.7 million girls in the largest single round of HPV vaccinations across Africa.
Explainer: Why women’s role in sustaining peace is more critical than ever
October 24, 2023
Twenty-three years after a landmark UN Security Council agreement focusing on women, peace and security, women and girls continue to bear the brunt of conflicts and remain under-represented in decisions concerning their needs and rights.
World News in Brief: Femicide ‘pandemic’, war crimes appeal to Israeli lawyers, Syria child detainees
October 23, 2023
Femicide, which is the killing of women because of their gender, has reached “pandemic proportions” worldwide as countries fail in their duty to protect women, including trans women.
Human right to food needs ‘massive investment’: Guterres
October 23, 2023
With 735 million people going hungry last year and three billion unable to afford a healthy diet, the world is “going backwards on our goal of zero hunger by 2030”, the UN chief told the Committee on World Food Security on Monday.
Kosovo: Dialogue and building trust, key to defusing tensions
October 23, 2023
Recent developments in Kosovo highlight ongoing security challenges and political tensions in the region, highlighting the need for effective dialogue and cooperation, the UN envoy for Kosovo said on Monday.
UN marks poignant birthday as staff deaths mount in Gaza
October 23, 2023
Tuesday’s annual observance marking the official creation of the United Nations was overshadowed by the rising toll of suffering and sacrifice in Gaza, where 35 staff members with Palestine refugee agency UNRWA have now lost their lives.
$5.5M donation to allow BCIT to create high school training program
October 23, 2023
The generous donation was provided by the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, in conjunction with Season and Southern Railway of British Columbia.
Oilers star Connor McDavid to miss at least a week with an upper body injury
October 23, 2023
McDavid, who has eight points (2-6) in five games this season, was injured during a 3-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night.
Members of Saskatchewan family hospitalized following deadly crash in Alberta
October 23, 2023
On Friday, a collision between a pick-up truck and a sedan left all three occupants of the sedan dead at the scene.
Multiple arrests made at Israel and Palestine rallies in downtown Calgary: police
October 23, 2023
According to a social media post by the Calgary Police Service, around 330 people attended rallies in support of Israel and Palestine at Olympic Plaza on Sunday.
Traci Genereaux’s family still searching for answers, 6 years after her body found
October 23, 2023
In May of 2017, Traci Genereaux was reported missing. Her remains were found on Curtis Sagmoen’s family farm near Salmon Arm five months after her disappearance.
Man dead after Port Alberni apartment building stabbing
October 23, 2023
Port Alberni investigators have talked to several witnesses on the scene and a male suspect has been identified.
‘We’re at a very critical time’: former FBI negotiator on freeing hostages from Hamas
October 23, 2023
A former FBI hostage negotiator said it's important to exhaust all non-violent options before attempting a rescue because attempts present the most risk to hostages.
‘Long and brutal and deadly war’ for Israel and Hamas: former U.S. special envoy
October 23, 2023
A former U.S. Special Envoy predicted the United States is working with regional partners to contain the violence between Israel and Hamas.
Frontenacs holds off late rally from Owen Sound in 4-3 win
October 23, 2023
Although three straight goals from the Attack put that game in doubt, the Kingston Frontenacs were able to hang on for a 4-3 victory.
Snow could hit some B.C. Interior mountain passes Monday
October 23, 2023
Environment Canada is reminding drivers to be prepared by adjusting their speeds to the changing road conditions.
Second aid convoy ‘another glimmer of hope’ for millions in Gaza: UN relief chief
October 22, 2023
More aid arrived in Gaza on Sunday aboard 14 trucks that passed through the Rafah crossing with Egypt, the UN Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator said in a post on social media.
UNRWA fuel supply set to run out in three days
October 22, 2023
The UN agency that assists Palestine refugees, UNRWA, will run out of fuel in three days, putting humanitarian response in Gaza at risk, Director-General Philippe Lazzarini warned on Sunday.
Google and Apple Want You to Log In With Passkeys. Here’s How.
October 22, 2023
Passwords are inherently flawed, so tech companies are turning to more secure logins that just require your face or fingerprint.
Inside Meta, Debate Over What’s Fair in Suppressing Comments in the Palestinian Territories
October 22, 2023
The Instagram and Facebook owner has been wrestling with how to best enforce its content rules in the midst of a brutal and chaotic war.
Teens Want Parents to Track Their Phones and Monitor Their Every Move
October 21, 2023
An upbringing filled with anxiety has Gen Z sharing their location via apps.
UN relief chief welcomes aid convoy’s entry into Gaza
October 21, 2023
UN Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator Martin Griffith welcomed the entry of an aid convoy into Gaza on Saturday, the first since the start of hostilities two weeks ago.
At Cairo Peace Summit, Guterres stresses need for sustained humanitarian aid to Gaza
October 21, 2023
UN Secretary-General António Guterres reiterated his call for sustained humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza and for Hamas to free all hostages, in remarks to the Cairo Summit for Peace on Saturday.
Gaza: UNRWA chief underscores duty to protect civilians at all times
October 21, 2023
The protection of civilians must be upheld at all times, the head of the UN agency that assists Palestine refugees, UNRWA, said on Saturday, appealing for an end to attacks on places such as schools, hospitals and the homes of his staff.
‘The world must do more’ for Gaza, 5 UN agencies say
October 21, 2023
The aid that entered Gaza on Saturday "is only a small beginning and far from enough", five UN agencies said in a joint statement. They called for a humanitarian ceasefire and safe access to civilians in efforts to save lives and prevent more suffering.