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By The Canadian Press The Canadian Press Posted August 19, 2026 7:15 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size PRINCE ALBERT – Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says a decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to not impose 50 per cent tariffs on an array of Canadian goods is positive for his province. Moe says the extra levies would have been detrimental to businesses and the overall economy.Canada and the United States have been in negotiations over a potential deal that could see Washington reduce existing tariffs on some Canadian products. Moe says he hopes a…

OTTAWA – Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked provinces to restock American alcohol on their shelves as Canada finalizes a trade deal with the U.S. U.S. President Donald Trump announced Tuesday he would put a three-day pause on 50 per cent tariffs that would have hit an array of Canadian goods just after midnight Wednesday.The two governments are now finalizing the language of the deal.Carney, who briefed premiers about the draft plan Wednesday, said the deal it builds on Canada’s existing trade advantages with the U.S.All Canadian provinces pulled U.S. booze from store shelves…

The Google Pixel Watch 5 has, in many ways, been the hardest Pixel Watch to accurately review. Barely anything has changed in terms of hardware. The sizes are the same, the chips and battery got an itty-bitty boost, and there’s a new pyrite satin case finish. Instead, the big updates are all software-related: This year’s watch gets ambitious new health features that expand on the overhauled Google Health app and its AI coach introduced with the Fitbit Air earlier this year.The only problem is those health updates aren’t here. The watch’s most interesting new features — blood pressure and insulin…

This order, placed by LN Innov, marks: A first commercial demonstration of the integrated European electric propulsion system for drones presented at Eurosatory 2026; andThe entry of Novacium’s silicon-based anode technology into the French defence supply chain. MONTREAL, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HPQ Silicon Inc. (“HPQ” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: HPQ, OTCQB: HPQFF, FRA: O08), a technology company specializing in advanced materials innovation and the development of next-generation processes, and its strategic partner Novacium SAS (“Novacium”) are pleased to announce that they have received, from their partner LN Innov, an initial commercial order for the supply of GEN3 6S1P 6,000…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Manitoba’s teacher watchdog says it heard 94 complaints about misconduct in its first 15 months, including a handful of cases about physical and emotional harm to students. The Manitoba Commissioner of Teacher Professional Conduct said in its first full annual report since being established at the start of 2025 that it had resolved 23 of those complaints by the end of March.Commissioner Noni Classen said that while the majority of teachers carry out their work with professionalism and compassion, it is important to ensure any concerns are addressed.“Public confidence in the education…

Early Works program advances engineering and procurement for Aduro’s FOAK Facility and establishes an execution pathway for industrial deployment of HydrochemolyticTM Technology through a structured, stage-gated development approachLONDON, Ontario, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. (“Aduro” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ADUR) (TSX: ACT) (FSE: 9D5), a clean technology company using the power of chemistry to transform lower-value feedstocks, like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, into resources for the 21st century, today announced the selection of Saipem S.p.A. (“Saipem”) for Early Works and Services supporting the development of Aduro’s planned First-of-a-Kind (“FOAK”) Hydrochemolytic™ Technology (“HCT”)…

Six inductees to be welcomed November 11, representing unique segments of aviation EAA Halls of Fame 2026 inductees announced Six individuals will be inducted into the Experimental Aircraft Association Halls of Fame in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on November 11, 2026. They include (clockwise from top left) Ronnie Smith, Ultralights; Tom Brown, Vintage Aircraft; Mike Goulian, Aerobatics; Ron and Diane Fagen, Warbirds; and Mike Blyth, Homebuilt Aircraft. (EAA photo ilustration) Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Experimental Aircraft Association Sport Aviation Halls of Fame continue to grow as six new inductees will be honored as part of the 2026…

It’d be easy to overlook the Pixel 11. Want the best cameras? The Pixel 11 Pro is your answer. Want the best bargain? The Pixel 10A is still a great deal.But the Pixel 11 might be the sweet spot in Google’s lineup this year. With 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, it delivers the same performance as the base Pixel 11 Pro for $899 — $200 less. And while it’s $400 more than the Pixel 10A, it has a faster processor, more RAM and storage, Qi2 charging, and a telephoto lens.It’s also the cheapest way to experience what’s actually…

Hosted on Firefly’s Blue Ghost lander, Zeno Power’s payload will demonstrate nuclear energy capabilities to operate through extreme cold lunar temperatures *Rendering of Firefly’s Blue Ghost lunar lander with Zeno Power’s Survive-the-Night Package hosted on the top deck CEDAR PARK, Texas, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Firefly Aerospace (Nasdaq: FLY), a market leading space and defense technology company, today announced a commercial payload agreement with Zeno Power Systems to deliver its Survive-the-Night Package with a Radioisotope Heater Unit (RHU) on a Firefly mission to the Moon’s near side. Scheduled to launch no earlier than 2028, the mission will demonstrate…

Agreement with MellingMedical will bring ExaStim’s unique technology to veterans and other federal healthcare patients, providing access to spinal cord injury care ExaStim Pictured is the complete ExaStim® Stimulation System. Los Angeles, CA, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For tens of thousands of veterans living with spinal cord injury, access to new rehabilitation technologies can shape what recovery, independence, and daily function may look like over time. ANEUVO, a medical technology company advancing non-invasive neuromodulation for people living with spinal cord injury, has signed an agreement with MellingMedical to support federal healthcare access to the ExaStim® Stimulation System through…