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Descrease article font size Increase article font size FortisBC says crews are working hard to restore service to the 6,200 gas customers in Lake Country, North Kelowna, and the Okanagan Indian Band (Duck Lake IR7). Gas service to the area went out on Tuesday and FortisBC says all gas meter shut-offs in the area are now complete.Lauren Beckett, corporate communication advisor at FortisBC, told Global News on Friday that they have about 60 technicians on the ground in the area. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won’t miss a…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “South Africa Quick Commerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 100+ KPIs by Product Type, Payment Mode, Age Group, Location, Business Model, and Delivery Time – Databook Q1 2026 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The quick commerce market in South Africa is expected to grow by 8.8% annually, reaching US$94.3 million by 2025. The quick commerce market in the country has experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 8.1%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR…
MIAMI, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Defiance ETFs today announced that the Defiance AI & Power Infrastructure ETF (Nasdaq: AIPO) — named Best New Thematic ETF at the 2026 ETF.com Awards* — has surpassed $300 million in assets under management, reaching the milestone in less than nine months since the fund’s July 24, 2025 launch. The award, announced at FutureProof Citywide in Miami on March 9, 2026, recognized AIPO from a field of approximately 750 new ETFs launched in 2025 through a rigorous process including quantitative screening, qualitative analysis, editorial review, and community vote. The fund is up approximately…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Poland Quick Commerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 100+ KPIs by Product Type, Payment Mode, Age Group, Location, Business Model, and Delivery Time – Databook Q1 2026 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The quick commerce market in Poland is expected to grow by 7.9% annually, reaching US$1.17 billion by 2025. The quick commerce market in the country has experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 7.2%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 7.7%…
Tinder users who prove they’re a real person by visiting an identity-verifying orb will soon be able to get five free boosts in the app — and it’s just the latest service to embrace the orb. World, which was co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, initially tested Tinder verification using its facial scanning orbs through a pilot program in Japan last year. It’s now expanding the service to “select markets, including Japan and the United States.”To verify that they’re not a bot or an AI agent, users have to physically visit one of World’s orbs in person. According to World,…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Philippines Quick Commerce Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume Across 100+ KPIs by Product Type, Payment Mode, Age Group, Location, Business Model, and Delivery Time – Databook Q1 2026 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The quick commerce market in Philippines is expected to grow by 6.9% annually, reaching US$726.2 million by 2025. The quick commerce market in the country has experienced robust growth during 2020-2024, achieving a CAGR of 6.6%. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with the market forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.6%…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Chemical Licensing Market – Global Forecast 2026-2032” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global chemical licensing market demonstrated sustained growth, expanding from USD 16.46 billion in 2025 to USD 17.52 billion in 2026, with projections indicating a total market value of USD 25.56 billion by 2032. This represents a notable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.49%. Critical momentum stems from regulatory modernization, increased adoption of sustainable process technologies, and realignment of manufacturing strategies across key regions. These dynamics signal a market environment characterized by both opportunity and change, positioning…
GRANTSVILLE, Utah, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: LGIH) proudly announces the grand opening of Desert Edge, further expanding the company’s presence into Tooele County and the greater Salt Lake City market. Featuring a premier selection of upgraded, move-in-ready homes starting from the low-$400s, Desert Edge offers a variety of one- and two-story floor plans alongside desirable community amenities. “We are proud to bring thoughtfully designed, high-quality homes to Grantsville that make homeownership more attainable for first-time buyers,” said Nick Smith, Vice President of Sales for Salt Lake City. “As the area continues to grow, we…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Data Center Storage Market – Global Forecast 2026-2032” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Data Center Storage Market demonstrates significant growth and innovation potential, evolving from USD 2.11 billion in 2025 to USD 2.27 billion in 2026, with projections to reach USD 3.79 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 8.67%. This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the dynamic shifts impacting data center storage, emphasizing the convergence of performance, cost-efficiency, and resilience in the context of modern workloads. The storage landscape is undergoing profound changes driven by advances in hardware,…
Dublin, April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Circuit Monitoring Market – Global Forecast 2026-2032” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Circuit Monitoring Market is experiencing robust growth, with its valuation rising from USD 743.56 million in 2025 to USD 781.15 million in 2026. It is projected to further expand at a CAGR of 5.86%, reaching USD 1.10 billion by 2032. This dynamic market evolution highlights the convergence of sensor precision, connectivity advances, and analytics, transforming circuit monitoring from mere reporting tools into proactive platforms. These systems now enable real-time visibility, anomaly detection, and maintenance optimization, setting the stage…