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By Staff The Canadian Press Posted March 30, 2026 1:32 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Authorities are warning Canadians and visitors about fraud schemes tied to the upcoming FIFA World Cup as the tournament, hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico, approaches. The warning is being issued by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre and policing partners, including police in host cities Toronto and Vancouver, as fraudsters may look to capitalize on demand for tickets, travel and accommodations. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so…

For iPhone owners, the AirPods Pro 3 are a fantastic all-around set of wireless earbuds, even for working out. Their value is especially tough to beat at $199.99; however, even with five sizes of silicone tips, they aren’t the best fit for some people, or for some kinds of workouts. If earbuds tend to fall out of your ears, the Beats Powerbeats Fit are worth considering now that they’re on sale as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, which drops them to an all-time low of $169.99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H Photo.The Powerbeats Fit, which launched…

HOUSTON, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Persona AI, an emerging leader in embodied AI, today announced the appointment of Brian Davis as Head of Global Manufacturing. This move signals Persona’s commitment to scaling commercial production, as the company is planning the manufacturing infrastructure to bring humanoid robots to markets in shipyards, steel mills, and energy infrastructure worldwide. Mr. Davis is a seasoned operations executive with over 30 years of experience transitioning global operations for some of the biggest names in industry. Prior to his role as Head of Global Manufacturing at Persona, Davis previously guided operation teams at both…

Five regional winners to receive $25,000 each with one association named national winner following Canada-wide vote, taking home an extra $75,000 Grand Prize Starting April 13 at 12:00 p.m. ET, Canadians can cast their vote at krugerbigassist.ca/vote TORONTO, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kruger Products, Canada’s leading paper manufacturer of Cashmere®, Purex®, Scotties®, SpongeTowels® and Bonterra®, announced the five minor hockey associations selected as the 2026 Kruger Big Assist regional winners, each receiving $25,000. Following the announcement, a Canada-wide public vote starting April 13 at 12 p.m. ET will determine which association receives an additional $75,000 Grand Prize, bringing…

Lexington, NC , March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Atlantic Jet Partners has appointed Steve Takacs as VP of Maintenance / General Manager of Sky Aircraft Maintenance, reinforcing its commitment to operational excellence and continued growth within its FAA Part 145 MRO operations. Takacs brings more than 40 years of aviation maintenance experience across military, airline, and corporate aviation sectors. His background spans Part 121, Part 135, and Part 145 environments, with a consistent focus on improving dispatch reliability, optimizing maintenance operations, and building high-performing teams. In his new role, Takacs will lead all maintenance operations at Sky Aircraft Maintenance’s Lexington, North Carolina,…

MACAO, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 2025 Yuewen Global IP Awards, hosted by China Literature (Yuewen), concluded at MGM Cotai, bringing together over 1,000 creators and industry leaders from across the global entertainment industry. The annual ceremony presented awards across 20 categories, recognizing outstanding achievements in online literature, IP adaptation, and emerging formats such as short-form drama, AI-animated dramas, and IP merchandise. The ceremony offered a comprehensive look at how Yuewen’s “IP + AI + Ecosystem” strategy is reshaping the creation, development, and commercialization of intellectual property. Gen Z Writers Drive the Next Wave of Content Innovation One…

Pennsylvania’s newest medical marijuana organization partners with Duquesne University Nasuti College of Osteopathic Medicine on evidence-based research. PITTSBURGH, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Terra Pharm, Pennsylvania’s newest medical marijuana cultivation and research organization, has officially opened its cultivation and processing facility in Pittsburgh and celebrated the ribbon cutting of its first dispensary in Uniontown. The company plans to open several additional dispensaries across the Commonwealth in the coming weeks. Terra Pharm was granted a clinical registrant license by the Pennsylvania Department of Health in October 2024. Under this license, the company is authorized to operate a cultivation facility, a processing…

Album Features Nine Compositions By The Saxophone Icon, as Interpreted by Broom’s Longtime Trio With Bassist Dennis Carroll & Drummer Kobie Watkins CD Release Show: Jazz Showcase, Chicago, May 14-17 RICHMOND, Calif., March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Guitarist Bobby Broom pays tribute honoring a saxophone colossus with the May 1 release of Notes of Thanks on Steele Records. The album is an exploration of the compositions of the great Sonny Rollins, in whose bands Broom recorded and toured for a combined 11 years. The guitarist is joined on the adventure by his own longtime collaborators, bassist Dennis Carroll and…

The federal and Ontario governments will spend billions of dollars to cut development charges in major cities like Toronto by 50 per cent as they look to boost a struggling housing sector. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford were among the politicians at a major event Monday morning to unveil the overhaul of how new housing and its infrastructure are paid for in Ontario.Between the two governments, the announcement is worth $8.8 billion over the next decade — money that will go to helping cities reduce the fees they charge homebuilders.“To expand housing supply, increase housing affordability and…

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World is marking 20 years of operations in Canada, reflecting a long-term commitment that includes more than CAD$1.7 billion invested since 2006 to build, expand, and modernize critical supply chain infrastructure. These investments are estimated to support up to 100,000 direct, indirect and induced jobs across Canada, based on terminal throughput and established port economic impact benchmarks. This includes unionized longshore labour, contractors, supply chain partners, and workers across a wide range of industries. Over two decades, DP World has evolved from a terminal operator to an integrated logistics partner,…