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☆ Trudeau joins vigil for Montreal daycare crash victims
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-09 | by ( Nelson Wyatt | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/5] A Laval city bus is towed away after being pulled out of the daycare it crashed into, in Laval, Quebec, Canada February 8, 2023. Authorities have not yet given any indication of a motive behind the incident in Laval, Quebec, as they wait for a psychological evaluation of the suspect. "This is a moment to reflect on the incredible loss that families are feeling right now," CTV News quoted Trudeau as saying. He stopped to talk with parents who had dropped off their 2-1/2-year old daughter 10 minutes before the crash. Authorities said St-Amand has worked for the Laval municipality's public transit system for 10 years and does not have a criminal record.

☆ Poland to send 60 modernised tanks to Ukraine in addition to Leopards
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-27 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

"Poland sent 250 tanks as the first country half a year ago or even more than that," Mateusz Morawiecki told CTV News. In April last year, two months after Russia invaded Ukraine, Poland said it had sent tanks to held Kyiv fend off the assault. "Right now, we are ready to send 60 of our modernised tanks, 30 of them PT-91. And on top of those tanks, 14 tanks, Leopard 2 tanks, from in our possession." Canada on Thursday announced that it would send four Leopard 2 battle tanks to Ukraine.

☆ A Canadian McDonald's that became a crime hotspot — and went viral after a brawl involving a raccoon — is closing
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-23 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A McDonald's restaurant in Ottawa, known for its high levels of crime, is shutting down. In 2014, the location gained notoriety after footage of a mass brawl involving a raccoon went viral. The owner of the building on Rideau Street told CBC that the franchisee had decided not to renew their lease when it expires this summer. Local residents voiced similar concerns to CBC last week after news of the restaurant's closure was announced. Despite the complaints from local police and residents, Crosthwaite told CBC that McDonald's had been a "great tenant."

☆ Fact Check-Canadian TV reporter’s on-air medical incident not linked to COVID-19 vaccines
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-10 | by ( Reuters Fact Check | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

One person on Facebook shared the clip and wrote: “TV reporters stroking out...brought to you by Pfizer” (here). In a Jan. 8 segment, CTV News Edmonton reporter Jessica Robb can be heard telling anchor Nahreman Issa: “Sorry Nahreman. CTV Edmonton tweeted about Robb’s health on Jan. 9, stating that she “is feeling better and is now resting” (here). The Canadian broadcaster also released a statement on Twitter on Robb’s behalf, where the reporter dismissed claims linking the incident to COVID-19 vaccines. A statement from CTV on Jessica Robb’s behalf said the incident was not related to the COVID-19 vaccine.

☆ Here are Wednesday's biggest analyst calls: Apple, Tesla, Rivian, Target, Microsoft, Etsy & more
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-04 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on Monday: UBS downgrades Microsoft to neutral from buy UBS said in its downgrade of the stock that it's concerned about Microsoft Office risks. Wells Fargo downgrades Target to equal weight from overweight Wells said in its downgrade of the stock that it sees too much 2023 uncertainty. " UBS downgrades JB Hunt to neutral from buy UBS said in its downgrade of the shipping company that it sees volume and pricing risk. UBS downgrades Honeywell to sell from buy UBS said in its downgrade of the stock that the multiple is "inflated." UBS reiterates Amazon as buy UBS lowered its price target on the e-commerce giant to $125 per share from $165 but says it's standing by the stock.

☆ From Amazon to The Trade Desk, experts predict these companies will be the most active acquirers of advertising businesses next year
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-27 | by ( Lara O'Reilly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

There's a strong interest from acquirers in hot trends like commerce media and data consultancy. Experts predicted the companies most likely to be acquirers of advertising businesses in 2023. Many industry observers expect advertising industry M&A deal volume and value to be down next year due to volatile macroeconomic conditions. Experts across the advertising industry — from consultants, to agency executives, analysts, investors, and adtech leaders — named the companies likely to be active in the advertising M&A market in 2023 and why. Apple could make an under-the-radar adtech acquisition for its sleeping giant advertising businessIndustry insiders predict Apple has big plans for its $5 billion-and-growing advertising business next year.

☆ Amazon bulked up its advertising behemoth in 2022 — and its becoming an even bigger threat to Meta
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-27 | by ( Lauren Johnson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Amazon's digital ad business is only behind Google's and Meta's — and it's already stolen budget from Meta. Today, that advertising business is no longer simply a way to drive product sales on Amazon. Amazon's ad business, which generated $9.5 billion during the third quarter of 2022, dwarfed Microsoft and Snap and ranked third behind Google and Facebook parent, Meta. There are now nearly 600 advertising partners in Amazon's advertising ecosystem, according to Amazon's directory of companies in the space. As part of its ambitions to grow advertising, Amazon also pitches a data clean room called Amazon Marketing Cloud.

☆ Landing the NFL Sunday Ticket could boost Alphabet subscription offerings, Citi says
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-23 | by ( Sarah Min | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Landing the NFL's Sunday Ticket could help YouTube-parent Alphabet accelerate its subscription services, according to Citi. "[We] believe the Sunday Ticket could accelerate adoption of more subscription services," Josey added. The price target implies shares could surge 36% from Thursday's closing price. The Sunday Ticket package will be available to viewers as an add-on service on YouTube TV, or on YouTube Primetime Channels as a stand-alone a la carte option. In July, Google said YouTube TV has more than 5 million customers, which included trial subscriptions.

☆ 6 predictions for Apple's growing ad business in 2023 — from ads on Apple TV+ to building and buying adtech
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-22 | by ( Lara O'Reilly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Its App Store search ad business is growing at a clip and Apple has begun pitching advertisers Major League Soccer ad packages. Here's what experts think Apple might have in store for its advertising business next year, from TV ads to further privacy interventions. Prediction 2: Ads will be placed on Apple TV+Apple's 10-year, $250 million-a-season deal to broadcast Major League Soccer on Apple TV will air its first game in February 2023. It could become the key entry point for advertisers looking to reach Apple users across its portfolio of apps and services. "Apple is about to find out how difficult it is to serve TV ads," he added, referring to its MLS telecasts.

☆ From ads in video games, retail media, and cookieless tracking — experts predict these surging areas will drive ad industry M&A in 2023
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-20 | by ( Lara O'Reilly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Despite an economic downturn, experts predict there will be plenty of advertising M&A in 2023. While that could include some and firesales, deals are expected in hot areas like retail media and CTV. Insider spoke to more than a dozen industry experts who dished on the trends that will drive advertising M&A next year. Companies in hot areas like performance marketing, retail media and CTV will buy others to build out their offeringsPerformance marketing, retail media, and the growth of connected TV advertising have been among the hottest trends for advertising companies and agencies in recent years. Areas like retail media and ad-supported streaming are on fire.

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☆ Eight teen girls charged with murder of 59-year-old man in downtown Toronto
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-20 | by ( Kanishka Singh | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

Dec 20 (Reuters) - Eight teenaged girls were charged with murder after a 59-year-old man was stabbed to death in downtown Toronto over the weekend, police said on Tuesday. The man, who was not identified, was pronounced dead at a hospital early on Sunday, Toronto Police Service said in a statement. Three 13-year-old girls, three 14-year-old girls and two 16-year-old girls have been charged with second-degree murder, police added. The attack began when one of the girls tried to take alcohol from the man, witnesses told CTV News. Canada's crime rate is relatively low compared with that of the United States, but the violent crime rate rose by 5% in 2021 from a year earlier, a trend found in many North American cities, according to data released in August.

☆ NFL Week 14 preview: Playoff seedings on the line as season enters business end
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-11 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Whether it be draft position or playoff seedings, each game means something to each team as Week 14 of the NFL season kicks off in earnest on Sunday. And, as a result, the Jets’ season has metamorphosed from shoots of optimism to playoff hopes. Sunday will see Tom Brady face off against seventh-round rookie Brock Purdy as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers travel west to face the San Francisco 49ers. Despite playing his first meaningful action and with his team’s season possibly on the line, Purdy never looked fazed, leading the 49ers to an important victory. Australia: NFL Game Pass, ESPN, 7PlusBrazil: NFL Game Pass, ESPNCanada: CTV, TSN, RDS, NFL Game Pass on DAZNGermany: NFL Game Pass, ProSieben MAXX, DAZNMexico: NFL Game Pass, TUDN, ESPN, Fox Sports, Sky SportsUK: NFL Game Pass, Sky Sports, ITV, Channel 5US: NFL Game Pass, CBS Sports, Fox Sports, ESPN, Amazon Prime

☆ NFL Thanksgiving Day previews: Bills, Cowboys, Vikings in action
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-23 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +26 min

Gary McCullough/AP Green Bay Packers wide receiver Samori Toure is tackled by Detroit Lions safety Will Harris. Norm Hall/Getty Images Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hurdles Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid as he scrambles for a first down. Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports/Reuters New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas makes a reception against Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. To see if history repeats itself with a Cowboys win, or if the Giants can pull off the upset, tune in on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. Bill Belichick’s team could be on the cusp of a hot streak and are hitting the Vikings game at just the right time.

☆ NFL: Bills and Browns escape snowstorm in Buffalo
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-20 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

CNN —The Buffalo Bills (6-3) and Cleveland Browns (3-6) were supposed to square off at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo this Sunday. A contest with the 3-6 Browns could be exactly what this team needs to get back into the playoff conversation. Chiefs vs ChargersThe AFC West rival Kansas City Chiefs (7-3) and Los Angeles Chargers (5-4) face off for Sunday’s primetime event. Patrick Mahomes has been key to the Kansas City Chiefs' success. Australia: NFL Game Pass, ESPN, 7PlusBrazil: NFL Game Pass, ESPNCanada: CTV, TSN, RDS, NFL Game Pass on DAZNGermany: NFL Game Pass, ProSieben MAXX, DAZNMexico: NFL Game Pass, TUDN, ESPN, Fox Sports, Sky SportsUK: NFL Game Pass, Sky Sports, ITV, Channel 5US: NFL Game Pass, CBS Sports, Fox Sports, ESPN, Amazon Prime

☆ China’s Xi Jinping Chides Justin Trudeau at G-20, Video Shows
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-16 | by ( James T. Areddy | Paul Vieira | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +5 min

That’s not appropriate,” a visibly agitated Mr. Xi told Mr. Trudeau on the G-20 sidelines as the Bali summit was closing, according to a video posted on Twitter by a reporter for Canadian broadcaster CTV. In their encounter on Wednesday, the Canadian prime minister emphasized the importance of transparency and expressed a desire to work constructively despite disagreements. At this year’s G-20 meeting, Mr. Xi didn’t hold formal talks with Mr. Trudeau as he did with President Biden and the leaders of France and Australia, among others. Quoting an unnamed person, the Global Times said Mr. Xi told Mr. Trudeau that the key requirement for China-Canada relations is finding a common ground while managing differences. Speaking to reporters before departing Indonesia, Mr. Trudeau on Wednesday said he had defended Canada’s interests in his conversations with Mr. Xi.

☆ NFL Week 10 preview: Tom Brady, Tampa Bay Buccaneers face Seattle Seahawks in Germany
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-13 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-5) will face the Seattle Seahawks (6-3) in front of nearly 75,000 spectators at Allianz Arena in Munich. With a start on Sunday, Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will become the first quarterback to start a game in three different countries (outside of the US). Allen suffered a right elbow injury during the Bills’ Week 9 loss to the Jets. In an interesting twist, multiple members of the same families will compete against each other in four different Week 10 matchups. Australia: NFL Game Pass, ESPN, 7PlusBrazil: NFL Game Pass, ESPNCanada: CTV, TSN, RDS, NFL Game Pass on DAZNGermany: NFL Game Pass, ProSieben MAXX, DAZNMexico: NFL Game Pass, TUDN, ESPN, Fox Sports, Sky SportsUK: NFL Game Pass, Sky Sports, ITV, Channel 5US: NFL Game Pass, CBS Sports, Fox Sports, ESPN, Amazon Prime

☆ Roku's growth potential may be tempered by a tough macro environment, Jefferies says
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-11 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Roku has potential growth areas, but it's in a tough industry and broader economic environment that will make it difficult for the stock to perform, Jefferies said. Analyst Andrew Uerkwitz initiated the stock as a hold with a price target of $45, which implies a downside of 6%. He said the companies growth potential from its operating system and streaming is tempered by an increasingly concerning outlook for advertising revenue. For Roku specifically, Uerkwitz predicted the ad business will decline each quarter in 2023 and come in below Wall Street expectations. The stock has lost about 75.7% so far this year, which Uerkwitz said means there's limited downside potential.

☆ Here are Friday's biggest analyst calls: Apple, Amazon, Coinbase, Carvana, Intel, Imax & more
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-11 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

UBS upgrades Werner to buy from neutral UBS said it sees upside for several trucking company names. "We are upgrading three truckload names to Buy from Neutral including HTLD, WERN , and SNDR and reiterating our Buy on KNX. Bank of America reiterates Amazon as buy Bank of America said reports of a cost cutting review at Amazon are a "positive." JPMorgan reiterates Silvergate as overweight JPMorgan said the crypto company's exposure to FTX is overblown. JPMorgan reiterates Netflix as overweight JPMorgan said it has "increased conviction" in shares of the streaming giant.

☆ NFL Week 9 Preview: How to watch and all you need to know
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-06 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +23 min

Norm Hall/Getty Images Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hurdles Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid as he scrambles for a first down. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Minnesota wide receiver Justin Jefferson dives for a two-point conversion during the Vikings' 29-22 victory over the Chicago Bears. Gerald Herbert/AP Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is tripped up by Denver Broncos cornerback K'Waun Williams. David Richard/AP Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Breshad Perriman fumbles after catching a pass during the first half against the Green Bay Packers in Week 3. Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports/Reuters New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas makes a reception against Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J.

☆ A Michigan judge tried to block an abortion rights measure. His ex-wife says he helped her get an abortion in college.
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( Https | Media-Cldnry.S-Nbcnews.Com Image Upload Newscms Jonathan-Allen-Circle-Byline-Template.Jpg | Jonathan Allen | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +12 min

On May 18 that year, Jones said, Zahra drove her to the clinic and paid for her abortion. Michigan Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahra. Michigan CourtsAside from Zahra, Jones said she did not immediately tell anyone that she was pregnant in May 1983. The abortion-rights coalition sued to place it on the ballot, and the state Supreme Court ruled in favor of the coalition — ordering state officials to put the proposed amendment to voters on Nov. 8. She calculated her menstrual cycle and told Zahra she thought she might be pregnant.

☆ Guggenheim downgrades Roku, citing warning signs after latest quarterly report
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-03 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Guggenheim is worried about Roku after the company posted its latest quarterly results. On Wednesday, the company issued fourth-quarter revenue guidance that was well below expectations, along with a larger-than-expected adjusted EBITDA forecast. Roku did reported a smaller-than-expected loss for the third quarter, but Morris noted those expectations were already slashed as the business has suffered. But he still expects the company to beat when reporting fourth-quarter earnings. Fourth-quarter total net revenue guidance was predicted by Guggenheim to be 1% lower than the same quarter a year ago.

☆ NFL Week 8 Preview: Seahawks, Giants face off behind strong quarterback leadership
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +20 min

The Seahawks have won three of their last four while the Giants are on a four-game win streak. The Colts beat their division rivals 34-27 thanks to a last-gasp touchdown from quarterback Matt Ryan to rookie Alec Pierce. Just last week, Giants quarterback Daniel Jones earned NFC Player of the Week honors for his performance against the Jaguars. The Jaguars played in London just last year, when quarterback Trevor Lawrence became the first rookie quarterback to win a regular season game in London. Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is coming off a turnover-free Week 7 against the Giants.

☆ NFL: Welcome Back Dak, Cowboys' Prescott returns to face the Lions
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-23 | by ( Hannah Brewitt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +18 min

CNN —Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback Dak Prescott will be back in action this week after missing the last five games with an injury. Ross D. Franklin/AP Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen hurdles Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid as he scrambles for a first down. The Colts beat their division rivals 34-27 thanks to a last-gasp touchdown from quarterback Matt Ryan to rookie Alec Pierce. Adam Hunger/AP Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush celebrates with Dak Prescott after the team's 22-10 win against the Los Angeles Rams. Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports/Reuters New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas makes a reception against Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J.

☆ Here are Tuesday's biggest analyst calls of the day: Tesla, Amazon, Alphabet, Carvana, Target & more
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-18 | by ( Michael Bloom | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Wedbush downgrades Carvana to neutral from buy Wedbush said in its downgrade of Carvana that it sees severe cash burn and deteriorating market conditions. Jefferies upgrades Target to buy from hold After a change in analyst coverage, Jefferies upgraded the big box retailer and said it sees "margin improvement." Goldman Sachs reiterates Chipotle as buy Goldman said the stock is too compelling to ignore heading into earnings next week. " Deutsche Bank reiterates Microsoft as buy Deutsche Bank said Microsoft is still the "best house on the block" heading into earnings next week. " Barclays reiterates Amazon as overweight Barclays sad investors should buy the stock ahead of earnings later this month.

☆ Netflix's big bet on a cheaper ad-supported tier could backfire by cannibalizing existing subscribers instead of attracting new ones
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-22 | by ( Elaine Low | Lindsay Rittenhouse | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

The move could bring the company $8.5 billion in revenue by 2025, according to one Wall Street analyst. But it remains to be seen how many new subscribers an ad tier would attract. Netflix's plans for an ad-supported tier are in high gear. "We believe these economic factors, coupled with increased competition in the streaming space, will allow the right market conditions for Netflix's cheaper ad-supported service." According to Nollen's estimates, Netflix's ad tier could drive as much as $8.5 billion in revenue in 2025.

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