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It seems some Canadians feel quite at home with the federal government’s preference for British spelling. Messages to Prime Minister Mark Carney on the matter indicate several correspondents see the affectation as a way of countering U.S. cultural dominance.A flurry of emails to Carney followed news last December that promoters of Canadian English objected to the federal government’s use of British spelling in official documents.Dozens of pages of messages were released to The Canadian Press in response to an Access to Information request.While some writers flatly objected to the federal shift, others applauded it as patriotic.“In our effort to distance…

Open earbuds are having a bit of a moment right now, and Nothing is the latest company jumping on the trend. Its budget sub-brand has introduced the CMF Clip Pro, CMF’s first open earbuds that are designed to provide comfort and sound quality for people who don’t want to sacrifice their situational awareness.The $99 CMF Clip Pro is available starting today in the US, and comes in three color variations: white, black, and orange (which are described as light gray, dark gray, and coral, respectively). That’s the same price as Nothing’s Ear 3A and original Ear (a) buds, so you’re…

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freixenet, the world’s #1 sparkling wine, today announces its entry into the ready-to-drink (RTD) category with the debut of Freixenet Solare Spritz. Striking the perfect balance between authentic Mediterranean flavors and the appeal of a hard seltzer, Freixenet invites consumers to “taste the sun” with every sip. This innovation arrives at the perfect moment as American drinking habits rapidly evolve toward relaxed, lower-ABV daytime options. Moving past traditional spritz flavor profiles, this unique offering is a refreshing experience made with younger drinkers in mind. Freixenet Solare Spritz fills a clear whitespace…

BRAMPTON, Ontario, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EXP, a global engineering, architecture, design and consulting firm, announces the promotion of Kevin George to lead the firm’s Major Projects sector. The promotion reinforces EXP’s commitment to supporting public and private clients in delivering some of North America’s most complex infrastructure programs. In his expanded role, Kevin will lead major pursuits strategy, market growth, client engagement and project delivery across transportation, transit, energy and critical infrastructure markets. “Kevin’s elevation comes at a critical time in our industry, as owners need partners with demonstrated experience in delivering megaprojects through alternative delivery models…

Miami, Florida, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings reflect UHealth – University of Miami Health System’s laser-focused commitment to quality and place UHealth among elite academic health systems in the U.S., with five nationally ranked specialties and 17 high-performing procedures and conditions. One year ago, Dipen J. Parekh, M.D., founding director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, stepped into the role of chief executive officer of UHealth with a vision to accelerate the institution’s rise as a leading academic health system. For more than six years, UHealth has operated with…

New carrier delivers trusted Ergobaby ergonomics in a beautiful lightweight design for parents entering their babywearing journey NEW YORK, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ergobaby, the global leader in ergonomic babywearing loved and trusted by millions, today announces the launch of an exciting addition to the best-in-class Omni line of ergonomic baby carriers. Omni Lite is the most lightweight and streamlined option, while the Omni Classic offers expanded carry positions, and the Omni Deluxe touts the most robust build and enhanced features. Ergobaby stands out with its spread of offerings that empowers families to choose the carrier that fits…

BEDMINSTER, N.J., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alembic Therapeutics LLC announces the U.S. availability of Ciprofloxacin Otic Solution 0.2%, an FDA-approved, AB-rated, quinolone antimicrobial indicated for the treatment of acute otitis externa in adults and pediatric patients one year of age and older caused by susceptible isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus. The product is supplied in preservative-free single-dose containers to support convenient administration. Ciprofloxacin Otic Solution 0.2% should not be used by patients with a history of hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin. The launch emphasizes Alembic Therapeutics’ commitment to expanding patient access to high-quality, affordable medicines while supporting healthcare professionals…

Saskatchewan legal aid service organizations are flagging justice system failures in access to affordable legal assistance. Some say Saskatchewan’s growing crime rates and climbing cost of living are causing strain on some support services.“It’s a canyon now between the services that exist in Saskatchewan and who can afford to retain a private lawyer,” says Community Legal Assistance Services for Saskatoon Inner City (CLASSIC) executive director Chantelle Johnson.According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan’s Crime Severity Index was almost double the national average last year, with the province’s latest RCMP crime statistics report stating it is “continuing to increase.”Johnson says the need goes…

During the pandemic, members of Parliament began voting and attending committee meetings from home. Six years later, Parliamentarians are divided over whether those hybrid rules should remain in place. In March 2020, the House of Commons adopted a motion allowing the health and finance committees to meet virtually. Four months later, the first House of Commons sitting took place in hybrid format, with some members attending the Commons chamber in person and others dialing in by video conference.Today, it’s common for members of Parliament to cast votes on their phones during announcements, or even while they’re out to dinner.At the…

The next Xbox, Project Helix, could theoretically have the largest library of any home console. Not only will it play PC games, but we now know, courtesy of a leaked memo obtained by The Verge’s Tom Warren, that it will run games from every generation of Xbox: the original 2001 Xbox, the 2005 Xbox 360, the 2013 Xbox One, and the 2020 Xbox Series, as well as any new Helix titles.We already knew that Microsoft was bringing a limited sample of original Xbox games to PC, and we already knew it was prepping a way to digitize your Xbox One…