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Descrease article font size Increase article font size A consumer spending tracker conducted by RBC found that Canadian spending on gasoline rose 9.1 per cent in March, as the conflict in the Middle East continues to drive oil prices higher. “A sharp increase in gasoline prices, tied to geopolitical tensions, boosted spending at fuel stations, and contributed to strength in essentials’ purchases,” the tracker states.RBC says that growth shows how consumers are “reinforcing the ongoing shift toward experience-related spending.”Spending on groceries and household and construction fell 0.8 per cent from March, along with dining by 0.6 per cent. However, spending…
The federal NDP says it will introduce a motion Wednesday in the House of Commons seeking unanimous consent to urge a ban on algorithmic pricing. A party spokesperson told Global News that the NDP’s parliamentary leader, Don Davies, will make the move after question period. NDP Leader Avi Lewis does not have a seat in the House of Commons and cannot put forward such a measure himself.Lewis promised a motion would be introduced this week during a press conference Monday where he urged the federal government to ban algorithmic pricing, also known as surveillance or dynamic pricing.The practice involves companies…
Dublin, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Gas Compressors Market Report by Compressor Type, End Use Industry, and Region 2026-2034” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global gas compressors market, valued at USD 5.3 Billion in 2025, is projected to grow to USD 7.0 Billion by 2034, reflecting a CAGR of 3.09% from 2026 to 2034. This growth is propelled by the rising demand for natural gas, expanding industrial operations, advancements in technology, strict environmental regulations, and increased exploration in new regions. Additionally, growing infrastructure investments further fuel market expansion. Gas compressors, crucial in industries like energy, manufacturing,…
Dublin, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Thick Film Devices Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, End-User, and Region, 2026-2034” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The global thick film devices market was valued at USD 166.5 billion in 2025, and it is poised to grow to USD 413.5 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 10.31% from 2026 to 2034. North America leads the market with a 31% share in 2025, driven by a strong technological foundation, widespread advanced electronics adoption in automotive and industrial sectors, significant semiconductor investments, and innovation-friendly regulatory frameworks. The growth of the…
Dublin, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Smart Digital Power Grid Substation Market Report 2026” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The smart digital power grid substation market has witnessed robust growth recently, with an anticipated expansion from $23.03 billion in 2025 to $24.87 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 8%. This growth is driven by increasing electricity demand due to urbanization, the expansion of transmission and distribution infrastructure, smart grid initiatives, power reliability upgrades, and a rise in industrial power consumption. The market is further projected to reach $34.11 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of…
Upgrading your phone with a camera grip attachment is one thing. But doll-sized telephoto lenses that you mount on top of the rear camera? C’mon.I wrote the Vivo X300 off as a gimmick, a funny concept designed to generate attention rather than actual sales. But then I spent a weekend carrying the phone and its elaborate kit of goofy little lenses around — and I had way too much fun.The Vivo X300 Ultra is an update to one of the very best phone cameras out there. It’s only available in China at the moment, with a global launch that will…
PRESTON, Wash., April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Just in time for summer BBQs and America’s 250th birthday, Sparkling Ice®, crafted by Talking Rain Beverage Company®, has unveiled the Sparkling Ice® LIFE SAVERS™ Red, White and Blue variety 12-pack, part of a new line of Sparkling Ice flavors that transforms the classic taste of LIFE SAVERS® Candy into America’s favorite zero-sugar sparkling water. The Red, White and Blue pack extends Talking Rain’s collaboration with Mars brand LIVE SAVERS® by introducing two new candy-inspired flavors of Sparkling Ice: White Grape and Blue Raspberry. The pack also includes Sparkling Ice LIFE SAVERS…
BOSTON, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From April 14-16, 2026, RAPID + TCT 2026, North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event, takes place in Boston. Under the theme of one-stop 3D printing production solutions, HeyGears is showcasing its latest cutting-edge 3D printing technologies and solutions at Booth 1515. At this year’s show, HeyGears is introducing its one-stop 3D printing production solution for transparent parts. To address common pain points in transparent 3D printing, HeyGears is providing better clarity, yellowing resistance, and impressive toughness for transparent 3D printed parts. At the booth HeyGears is showcasing its one-stop…
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla., April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurisha Smolarski, licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), certified co-parenting coach, mediator, and author, is joining leading co-parenting service, TalkingParents, for a Co-Parenting & Coffee webinar in May. The webinar, Setting Healthy Co-Parenting Boundaries, will be a live interview and Q&A session featuring expert insights from Smolarski. In this presentation, she will explore healthy boundaries in co-parenting, with a special emphasis on effective communication, protecting children from conflict, and more. Drawing on her extensive experience as a therapist, she will also explain the reasoning and behaviors behind her recommendations, helping…
NEW YORK, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As artificial intelligence continues to reshape global financial markets, BitsStrategy has officially launched its new Free AI Stock Trading Bot, designed to help users access the stock market through a fully automated AI trading system and build passive income streams with ease. In 2026, financial markets are faster and more complex than ever. Traditional manual trading is increasingly inefficient and emotionally driven, making it difficult for most investors—especially beginners—to keep up. As a result, AI stock trading bots and AI quant trading platforms are rapidly becoming essential tools for those seeking smarter, data-driven,…