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By Nicole Healey Global News Posted January 8, 2025 6:13 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size In the dead of winter, many people might find themselves suffering from seasonal depression. Experts say it can happen at any point in the year, but is most common in the winter and fall. Get weekly health news Receive the latest medical news and health information delivered to you every Sunday. Saskatchewan child and adolescent psychiatrist Tamara Hinz says seasonal affective disorder (SAD) might impact more people in the winter because of factors like less daylight, the holidays…

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Starbox Group Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: STBX) (“Starbox” or the “Company”), a service provider of cash rebates, advertising, and payment solutions, announces the launch of StarboxAI-IntelliDistribute by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Starbox Technologies Sdn. Bhd. (“Starbox Technologies”). This latest system is designed to improve the creation and distribution of advertisements, underscoring the Company’s ongoing commitment to artificial intelligence (“AI”) – enhanced business solutions. The system is also expected to be adopted by 180 Degrees Brandcom Sdn Bhd (“180 Degrees Brandcom”) in its advertising business. 180 Degrees Brandcom, an indirect (51% owned) subsidiary of…

TORONTO, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Almost half of Canadian job seekers (46%) believe there will be fewer job opportunities in their field in 2025 compared to a year ago, according to a new Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey. This is a significant increase from 2024’s survey when only 31% of job seekers expected fewer job opportunities than the previous year. Additionally, while one-third of job seekers (36%) believe opportunities in their field in 2025 will remain consistent with 2024, less than 1 in 5 (18%) believe there will be more job opportunities this year in their field. The…

Brandt employees directed funds to support 11 organizations across Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand during an annual holiday event. REGINA, Saskatchewan, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eleven charities are sharing $550,000 in holiday cheer, thanks to donations from the Brandt Thanks A Billion Holiday Fund. The contributions are part of the company’s annual week-long virtual holiday celebration, where Brandt employees choose how the funds are distributed in their local communities. Over the last five years, Brandt employees have directed $2.2 million to various charities in Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand. “Supporting our communities…

Microsoft is rolling back a model upgrade to its AI-powered Bing Image Creator, reports TechCrunch. The rollback came after weeks of complaints by users that the tool just didn’t work as well after Microsoft “upgraded” to a new version of the DALL-E 3 model on December 18th.Microsoft declined to comment on its decision to roll things back or offer specifics on what may be causing the gap between user’s expectations and its output.Today, Microsoft’s head of search, Jordi Ribas, tweeted that they could reproduce “some of the issues reported” and are reverting to an older version of the DALL-E model…

NEWTON, Mass., Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quality Oil Company, a North Carolina based company housing Quality Mart, Quality Plus, and GOGAS convenience brands, announced today that they have partnered with Paytronix, the leader in guest engagement for restaurants and convenience stores, to launch their suite of solutions across its 138 retail locations. The suite will be a combination of Paytronix loyalty and messaging integrated with a mobile app from Rovertown to help Quality Oil get closer to its customers and drive engagement. Quality Oil will also utilize Paytronix’s distinctive Strategy & Analytics service to refine their personalization initiatives…

Talk of Canada becoming the 51st American state has raised an existential question on this side of the border: Could it be done? Could the maple leaf make way to the stars and stripes? According to several experts, it may be possible, but not painless. “If the Americans wanted to conquer us militarily, I guess so. Otherwise, not really and certainly not in the amount of time the president-elect thinks it would take for this to happen,” says Adam Chapnick, professor of defence studies at the Canadian Forces College in Ontario. There are several roadblocks that would…

CLEVELAND, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Oatey Co., a leading manufacturer in the plumbing industry, has expanded its pipe support product line with the introduction of additional in-wall bracketing systems, pipe clamps and accessories. Designed to meet the evolving needs of professional plumbers, these innovative solutions simplify installations, improve efficiency, and enhance jobsite flexibility. Oatey’s latest pipe support offerings include ready-to-install kits with pre-assembled components, delivering fewer parts than competitors for reduced complexity and handling on the jobsite. These products support PEX, copper, and CPVC pipes, providing durability and versatility for residential and light commercial plumbing applications. Among the…

SALISBURY, N.C., Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Throughout the 2024 collegiate football season, Food Lion Feeds’ annual Sack to Give Back program huddled with 35 collegiate institutions to help provide the equivalent of 793,000 meals*. For every quarterback sack made by a participating college or university, Food Lion Feeds donated the equivalent of 1,000 meals (up to 30,000 meals per school) to help nourish college students and address food insecurity. The effort benefits campus food pantries or affiliated Feeding America® partner food banks, where each school is located throughout Food Lion’s 10-state operating area. Food Lion Feeds was founded…

Fort Lauderdale, FL, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aqua-Tots Swim School, the largest international swim school franchise, is thrilled to announce the opening of a brand-new swim school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Located within the Shoppes at 18th and Commercial at 1711 E Commercial Blvd, the 8,500-square-foot facility will serve the families of Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Coral Ridge, Lauderdale Lakes, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Wilton Manors and the surrounding communities.  Aqua-Tots Swim Schools’ world-renowned curriculum has been trusted by parents since 1991 and is used in 14 countries. The company strives to help families create a legacy of safety by offering…