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BERLIN, March 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global demand for wellness products is climbing steadily, with the industry reaching a record $6.8 trillion and projected to hit $9.8 trillion by 2029, and a growing share of that demand is concentrated in emerging markets that global brands have historically underserved. INB.bio, a direct advertiser in dietary and wellness supplements operating across 15 countries in Africa, MENA, and Latin America, has launched its 2026 growth strategy. Plans include a market entry into Tanzania, expansion into three to five new countries across Africa and Southeast Asia, and the rollout of a rebuilt AI-powered…

First came the AI beauty pageant. Then the AI music contests. Now, there is an award for AI Personality of the Year — perhaps the inevitable next step for the AI influencer economy as it transforms from quirky novelty into a serious and lucrative industry.The contest, a joint venture between generative AI studio OpenArt and AI-powered creator platform Fanvue, with backing from AI voice company ElevenLabs, opens on Monday and runs for a month. The organizers said it is intended to “celebrate the creative talent ‘behind’ AI Influencers” and recognize their growing commercial and cultural clout.Contestants will compete for a…

Photo courtesy of Braden Jarvis Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau outlines a strategy to move beyond traditional trade shows, using business events as a tool for capital formation, FDI attraction, and long-term manufacturing partnerships, backed by a creative economy already valued at $44.5bn. BANGKOK, March 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has announced a strategic repositioning of the country’s exhibition sector, pivoting from volume-based trade activity toward higher-value economic outcomes, including foreign direct investment, manufacturing partnerships, and creative industry growth. The announcement was made at a London press briefing on 14 January 2026, where TCEB…

Photo courtesy of PTTOW! Sports NEW YORK, March 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Seventy-six percent of marketing executives cannot measure return on investment from sports sponsorships, creating unprecedented pressure as the global sports market reaches $600 billion. PTTOW! Sports held its second annual summit on November 18, 2024, at the Hard Rock Hotel New York, convening 120 CMOs and senior executives from the Golden State Warriors, Kansas City Chiefs, NASCAR, LAFC, U.S. Soccer, and the NJ Devils, alongside commissioners, athletes, and cultural leaders. Marketing budgets across PGA Tour, ATP tennis, esports, and X Games properties increased this year despite attribution…

With another drenching of rain possible in parts of British Columbia, crews are working fast to clean up last week’s mudslides – to ensure the next drenching doesn’t impact the infrastructure that supplies water to homes and businesses in Metro Vancouver. Earlier this week, a mudslide blocked Pipeline Road near Coquitlam, limiting access to the region’s water treatment plant.“This road’s very important for access to our facility as well as residents that live in the area,” said Brant Arnold-Smith with Metro Vancouver emergency management.Arnold-Smith said crews are working with those from the City of Coquitlam to provide technical expertise as…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Twenty years after the sinking of the Queen of the North, a former chief executive of BC Ferries says the tragedy remains one of the darkest moments in the company’s history. In an interview with Global News, former president and CEO David Hahn recalled the night the ferry struck Gill Island in Wright Sound and sank, saying the situation was “bewildering” and “very scary” as details slowly emerged.The vessel went down at about 1:40 a.m. on March 22, 2006, with 101 passengers and crew on board. Ninety-nine people were rescued, but two…

QUEBEC CITY, March 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As talent retention and employee engagement become critical strategic priorities, organizations are increasingly turning to structured recognition solutions. Accolad, a leading Canadian provider of HR technology, is proud to announce the launch of its modernized platform, specifically designed to transform the management of Employee Years of Service Programs. A Strategic Lever for Corporate Culture and Compliance In addition to the intense competition for top talent, regulatory requirements and workplace well-being expectations are evolving rapidly. Organizations must now integrate recognition practices that are consistent, measurable, and sustainable, all while maintaining high operational efficiency. Accolad’s…

MONTREAL, March 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a comprehensive analysis released today, Canadian tech entrepreneur and investor Yanik Guillemette delivers an unequivocal assessment: Canada’s steadily expanding regulatory framework is exerting increasing pressure on innovation, productivity, and the ability of businesses to scale globally. The entrepreneur, who was previously selected to represent Canada at the G20, highlights the systemic effects of a complex regulatory environment on national competitiveness and the vitality of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. A Structural Misalignment Between Policy and Operational Reality Drawing on his extensive field experience with several technology companies operating in both Canada and the United…

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted March 22, 2026 5:49 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The search and rescue team from Metro Vancouver’s North Shore says two hikers among a group of 14 had to be rescued and hospitalized, with one in critical condition, after falling in snowy conditions on Mount Brunswick. A social media post from North Shore Rescue says the team was called Saturday to assist its counterpart in nearby Lions Bay rescue the pair in an effort that involved two helicopters and rope systems set up in steep terrain. Get…

The Kraft Hockeyville competition is down to two communities that have each gone through hardships in recent months, giving both a chance of celebration in a year that’s been anything but. On Saturday, Kraft announced Taber, Alta., and Tumbler Ridge, B.C., as the final two.“I haven’t stopped smiling, my phone hasn’t stopped ringing, it’s been extraordinary,” said Meghan Brennan, the communications manager for the Town of Taber. “We are humbled, we are honoured, we’re thrilled. There is no way to adequately describe a feeling like this – it is euphoria.”The contest, a partnership between Kraft Heinz, the NHL, and the…