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Haze linked to Indonesian fires observed in NCR, parts of the country — DENR

Haze linked to forest fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, was observed in the National Capital Region (NCR) and other parts of the country, with the public urged to take precautions due to its potential health effects, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Wednesday. In a news release, DENR-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) […]

Bank of Canada holds rate as tariffs, oil prices cloud outlook

Fed’s Williams says bond yields rise amid strong economy, not inflation

Is the ECB’s hawkish shift just beginning to bite? UBS weighs in

Can the ECB hike rates without triggering more market turmoil?

DOE eyes P5.6-B 2027 budget as conventional energy, EV programs get big boost

The largest percentage increase is for the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Program, whose funding rises more than sevenfold to P228.92 million from P32.46 million in 2026

Oil spike, Fed data and 5% yields: - what’s moving markets

Desert Hope Treatment Center Addresses Community Need for Increased Addiction Services with New Virtual Program

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Desert Hope Treatment Center, a leading addiction treatment provider in Las Vegas, has added a virtual intensive outpatient treatment program to its array of care services. The Nevada rehab has added this virtual option for individuals who wish to continue their care at home after completing another program or who may otherwise not be able to attend a treatment program in person due to distance, time, or personal responsibilities. Nevada sees large n

Manulife Financial Corporation Prices U.S. Public Offering of Subordinated Notes

C$ unless otherwise stated TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK:945 TORONTO, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife Financial Corporation (NYSE: MFC) (the "Company") today announced that it has priced a public offering in the United States of U.S.$750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 6.146% subordinated notes due 2041 (the "Notes") at a public offering price of 100.000%. The Notes are anticipated to qualify as Tier 2 regulatory capital of the Company. The Notes are expected to be issued on September 11,

Clean electricity supplied 40% of new energy demand in 2025. Faster deployment and sectoral breakthroughs can cut emissions permanently, says annual Energy Transition Monitor

A progress paradox: Clean electricity is growing more than twice the speed of overall energy supply, but emissions are not yet falling as overall demand for both fossil and clean energy is simultaneously expanding - driven by data centres, higher cooling needs and heavy industry.A two-speed transition: ~60% of global emissions - primarily from power generation and road transport - are rapidly being addressed by clean electrification at little or no extra cost. Progress is slower in the remaining

KC GLOBAL MEDIA ASIA'S NEW DRAMA SERIES "VIII: AWAKENING" WRAPS PRODUCTION IN BEIJING

BEIJING, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Production has just wrapped in Beijing, China on KC Global Media Asia's new drama series "VIII: Awakening." The fantasy adventure S grade drama completed 24 fifteen-minute episodes for its first season. Nick Shan stars as Lu Xian, an insurance investigator who awakens supernatural powers, in VIII: Awakening, KC Global Media Asia's first original production in China. (Photo: KC Global Media Asia) "VIII: Awakening" is a contemporary reimagining of a classic l

Enovix’s TAA-Compliant Battery Manufacturing Strengthens Position with U.S. Defense Supply Chain

In-house Drone Battery Production Capacity to Double by Mid-2027 FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enovix Corporation (Nasdaq: ENVX) ("Enovix”), a developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries, including proprietary silicon-anode architectures, highlighted that its drone and defense battery portfolio manufactured in South Korea is compliant with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA), expanding the company’s ability to serve U.S. government defense programs. Enovix is do

Quantum BioPharma Announces Plans to Voluntarily Delist its Class B Shares from the Canadian Securities Exchange

THIS NEWS RELEASE IS INTENDED FOR DISTRIBUTION IN CANADA ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. TORONTO, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) (CSE: QNTM) (FSE: 0K91) (Upstream: QNTM) ("Quantum BioPharma” or the "Company”), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to building a portfolio of innovative assets and biotech solutions for the treatment of challenging neurodegenerative and meta

Try Before You Buy: Azazie Brings In-Person Bridesmaid Dress Experience to San Diego

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Azazie, the leading direct-to-consumer special-occasion brand, is bringing its bridesmaid dress pop-up to San Diego on Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Liberty Ballroom at Courtyard San Diego Airport/Liberty Station. The one-day event will allow customers to explore and try on Azazie bridesmaid dresses in person. Guests can purchase their favorite styles on-site or shop online afterward with greater confidence in their prefe

Stetson University Named Among Nation's Best Colleges for Transfer Students

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society's Transfer Honor Roll is one of the most comprehensive recognitions of transfer excellence in the nation Stetson University selected for The Transfer Honor Roll Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the official honor society for students attending two-year colleges, with chapters in 11 nations. To select colleges for the Transfer Honor Roll, the society uses more than 40 indicators to assess how well institutions support transfer students across the entire transfer journey from

Peptides Costa Rica Announces New Transparency Standard Amid Growing National Scrutiny of the Peptide Market

Jacó, Puntarenas, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jacó, Puntarenas - September 01, 2026 - Peptides Costa Rica has introduced a new transparency standard designed to give researchers and buyers clearer access to product verification information, a move that arrives as the national peptide market faces increasing scrutiny over sourcing, labeling, and quality practices. Under the new standard, the company has expanded batch and lot identification across a larger portion of its catalog, made cert

Fans mourn 'bittersweet' final Ariana Grande gig in London

LONDON, United Kingdom — Ariana Grande fans said the US pop star's last gig in London Tuesday before a career break would be a bittersweet moment and slammed "toxic" comments since July about her emaciated figure. Some anticipated tears at her last concert at London's O2 venue after her team said she wants to "step back" amid concern over her very thin frame. "It's bittersweet, I'm sad but I think it's good for her to have a break because she's been so busy", said Kane, 27, an entertainer

What's next after judge strikes down New York's landmark climate fund law

WASHINGTON, United States — A federal judge has sided with Republican states and fossil fuel industry groups to strike down a landmark New York law that would have made polluters pay for the damages caused by global warming. Climate campaigners are urging New York's attorney general to appeal, while experts are split over what the ruling means for other states -- including Vermont, which has a similar law -- and others where such measures have been proposed. Here's what to know. - What the

Chelsea 'keeper Sanchez makes deadline-day move to Como

ROME, Italy — Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has joined Como on a one-year loan deal, the Serie A outfit announced Tuesday. The 28-year-old was expected to move away from Stamford Bridge after Chelsea signed Argentina No. 1 Emiliano Martinez from Premier League rivals Aston Villa. "Como 1907 is pleased to announce the signing of Spanish goalkeeper Robert Sanchez on loan from Chelsea F.C. until the end of the 2026/27 season," read a statement on the Italian club's website. Sanchez joined

Trump has asked Apple to change Lake Ontario name to 'Lake America' on its maps, interior chief says

CHICAGO — U.S. President Donald Trump has asked Apple to change the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” on its maps app, his administration's interior chief said Monday, days after signing an executive order over the body of water now in the spotlight amid his escalating trade war with Canada. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum told Fox's “Mornings with Maria” program that Trump “reached out to Apple directly." He said he was confident the “Lake America&r

Netanyahu says Israel seized Hamas internal security chief in Gaza

GAZA CITY — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces captured a senior Hamas figure on Tuesday during a ground operation in Gaza that Palestinian health officials said killed four people. The premier said in a statement that the target was the head of Hamas's internal security apparatus in Gaza, and that he had been involved with Israeli hostages previously held there, without giving more details. Hamas's Interior Ministry in Gaza and Israeli media identified the man as Muein

Telix Completes Enrollment in Phase 3 BiPASS Study, Aligns with FDA on NDA Pathway

The Phase 3 BiPASS™ study of Illuccix® and Gozellix® for prostate cancer imaging in the pre-biopsy setting has completed enrollment of 350 patients.Telix has positively engaged with the FDA on a New Drug Application (NDA) pathway in the U.S. that would support new product reimbursement and broaden access to 68Ga-PSMA-PET imaging across a significantly larger patient population.BiPASS is designed to evaluate the diagnostic performance of 68Ga-PSMA-11 PET combined with MRI for the detection of pro

Stark Technology: Official Launch of Stark Market and Stark Banking

Hong kong, Hong kong, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stark Technology has announced the official launch of two flagship products within its financial ecosystem - Stark Market and Stark Banking. Together, they create a unified digital infrastructure that combines investment opportunities, modern banking services and convenient payment solutions. For the first time, users can access a comprehensive solution within a single ecosystem that brings together the capabilities of an international bro

Pennant Group to Participate in the 2026 Jefferies Healthcare Services Conference

EAGLE, Idaho, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pennant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: PNTG), the parent company of the Pennant group of affiliated home health, hospice and senior living companies, announced today that it will participate in the upcoming 2026 Jefferies Healthcare Services Conference on September 15, 2026. Brent Guerisoli, Chief Executive Officer and John Gochnour, President and Chief Operating Officer, will participate in a fireside chat on September 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Central Tim