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Netflix, Disney+, Amazon appeal French investment rules

Streaming platforms Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon's Prime Video said Monday they have filed appeals with French authorities to challenge new rules requiring them to allocate 20 percent of audiovisual content investment to animation, documentaries and live performances.

Stock markets diverge as tech recovery stutters

Major stock markets traded mixed Monday as a recovery for technology share prices petered out and quarterly earnings season kicks into gear.

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Hermoso pressured to downplay kiss, brother tells Spain court

Jenni Hermoso's brother on Wednesday told the forced kiss trial of Spain's ex-football federation chief Luis Rubiales his sister was threatened with "consequences" if she did not downplay the affair.

US Postal Service halts China suspension after stoking trade fear

The US Postal Service (USPS) said Wednesday it would continue accepting packages from China and Hong Kong, hours after an order to suspend shipments over President Donald Trump's new tariffs sparked fears of major trade disruptions.

Steel decline sparks protests and a movie in Belgium

Thousands of steelworkers took to the streets of Brussels on Wednesday to demand EU help for a sector whose decline is the subject of a documentary on show at Belgian cinemas.

Oscars frontrunner 'Emilia Perez' suffers awards season crash

Rarely has a film fallen from favour so quickly: after gaining a record number of Oscar nominations for a foreign-language movie, narco-musical "Emilia Perez" has become embroiled in scandal linked to past social media posts by star Karla Sofia Gascon.

Oil giants TotalEnergies, Equinor reduce low-carbon investments

French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies said Wednesday it would reduce its low-carbon energy investments while Norwegian peer Equinor scaled back its renewables ambitions as the companies reported sharp drops in annual profits.

Tokyo police bust alleged prostitution ring targeting tourists

Japanese police said they have arrested seven people suspected of running an illegal sex business that reportedly targeted tourists in Tokyo's busy red-light district.

Baltics to cut Soviet-era ties to Russian power grid

Baltic states Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are to disconnect from the Russian power grid on Saturday, a politically-charged move that severs their Soviet-era energy ties with Moscow.

India's Modi takes ritual dip at Hindu mega-festival

India's Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a ritual river dip on Wednesday at the world's largest religious festival, a week after a stampede killed at least 30 pilgrims.

Nissan shares fall as reports say Honda merger talks off

Nissan shares plunged on Wednesday as media reports said the struggling Japanese carmaker was walking away from merger talks with rival Honda.

Toyota announces Lexus EV plant in Shanghai

Japan's Toyota said Wednesday it will build an electric vehicle plant in Shanghai for its luxury Lexus brand as it raised its annual net profit forecast to almost $30 billion.

Santander reports record profit for third straight year

Spanish banking giant Santander announced record annual profits for a third consecutive year on Wednesday as a strong commercial performance offset the impact of falling interest rates.

Nissan shares plunge as report says Honda merger talks off

Nissan shares plunged on Wednesday after Japan's Nikkei business daily said the carmaker had decided to withdraw from merger talks with rival Honda.

China holds out hope last-minute deal can avert US trade war

China's new tariffs on US imports like oil, coal and cars are relatively modest in scale, suggesting that Beijing is hoping for a last-minute deal but also giving them the option to inflict more pain if needed, analysts say.

Race against time to complete contested Milan-Cortina bobsleigh track

With a year to go until the start of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, organisers are racing against time to ensure the sliding events are held in Italy and not moved over 6,000 kilometres away to Lake Placid.

French PM set to survive no confidence vote

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is expected on Wednesday to survive a no-confidence vote in parliament, winning some breathing space after less than two months in office but by no means ensuring his long-term future.

Google shares slide on spending plans despite sales jump

Google's parent company Alphabet on Tuesday reported revenue jumped in the recently-ended quarter, but shares sank on concerns it may be pouring too much money into artificial intelligence.

Honda shares jump on reports it wants Nissan as subsidiary

Honda shares surged in Tokyo on Wednesday as Japanese media said the automaker had proposed making its struggling rival Nissan a subsidiary -- with some reports saying the move could spell the end of their merger talks.

Patterson-UTI Energy Reports Financial Results for the Quarter Ended December 31, 2024

HOUSTON, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / PATTERSON-UTI ENERGY, INC. (NASDAQ:PTEN) today reported financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024.

Kingstone Announces Agreement to Sell Headquarters Building with Pre-tax Gain of $1.9 Million

KINGSTON, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Kingstone Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq:KINS) (the "Company" or "Kingstone"), a Northeast regional property and casualty insurance holding company, today announced that it has signed an agreement to sell its headquarters building along with an adjacent mixed-use property to Ulster County, NY. The transaction will result in an approximate pre-tax gain of $1.9 million ($1.5 million after-tax) and is expected to be recognized in the first quarter of 2025, subject to closing of the sale. Additionally, this transaction will reduce Kingstone's annual operating costs by approximately $300,000.

Orlando Credit Union Launches Brand-Defining Effort to Support Life Moments of Members

SOURCE: Orlando Credit Union

Borrow Cup Initiative is a Good Idea, SMX Technology Can Make It a Great One

They encourage behavioral shifts and highlight the urgent need for alternatives to single-use packaging.Borrow Cup brings awareness to the issue of disposable waste and fosters consumer engagement. However, for such initiatives to achieve true scalability, they must overcome three major obstacles: dependence on consumer behavior, lack of accurate traceability, and operational inefficiencies that may counteract their environmental benefits.

Nicole Wilson Promoted to Chief Strategy Officer at Trust Consulting Services

Since joining Trust Consulting Services, Nicole has played a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives that have significantly enhanced the company's service offerings and market position. Her leadership has been instrumental in expanding digital workforce solutions, fostering client relationships, and spearheading transformative projects that align with the company's mission of delivering cutting-edge technology services.

Azure Holding Group 1st Quarter Earnings Report

Azure Holding Group Corp ($AZRH) 1st Quarter 2025 ResultsStrong operational performance for the first quarter driven by successfully completed mergers and acquisition of Freedom Well Testing, Coil Tubing Technologies, and CST Drilling Fluids, leading to sales of $1.49 Million and income from operations / EBITDA of $0.17 MillionOn an unaudited basis, and private basis non-conforming to ASC 810 rules consolidation ignoring acquisition dates, the company recorded consolidated sales of $16.26 Million and income from operations / EBITDA of $1.19 MillionStrong balance sheet growth, driven by over $1.72 Million in customer accounts receivables, $14.32 Million in acquired coil tubing tools, and $1.99 Million in acquired flowback equipmentAnnounced execution of Letter of Intent to acquire 100% of Button Energy, which prospectively will $56.0M in sales for 2024 and income from operations / EBITDA of $3.32 MillionAnnounced plans to reorganize CST Drilling Fluids in 2 nd Quarter 2025, relieving the company of $4.726 Million in debt and liabilities, while maintaining the customer Master Service Agreements through a reassignment to new entity, further enabling the company's ability to maintain and grow sales volumes back up to Q1-Q2 2024 levels, and enabling new sales channels for Freedom Well Testing and Coil Tubing Technologies

OneMain Financial: Do's and Don'ts of Buying a Car

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Buying a car can be complicated because it requires a buyer to make several decisions, like which make and model to go with and choosing between dealer financing or a personal loan to buy a car. Although the car-buying process can be exciting, there are potential pitfalls that car buyers can sometimes fall into. Below is a list of dos and don'ts to simplify the car-buying experience.

Commencement Bancorp, Inc. (CBWA) Announces Stock Repurchase Plan

TACOMA, WA / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Commencement Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX:CBWA) (the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors adopted a stock repurchase program for the purpose of repurchasing a limited number of shares of the Company's common stock. The repurchase program permits shares to be repurchased in open market or private transactions, through block trades, and pursuant to any trading plan that may be adopted in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

Atlas Salt Secures $1,000,000 in ACOA Funding for Low Emission Mine Design & Optimization Initiative for Great Atlantic Salt Project

ST JOHN'S, NL / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Atlas Salt Inc. ("Atlas Salt" or the "Company") (TSXV:SALT)(OTCQB:REMRF) is pleased to announce that it has secured a C$1,000,000 conditionally repayable loan from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) under the Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program. The funding will support the Company's innovative Mine Design and Optimization Initiative, which focuses on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and implementing sustainable mining technologies at the Great Atlantic Salt Project.

What Happens If You Don’t Replace a Missing Tooth?

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Research indicates that while tooth loss in American adults has decreased since the 1970s, it's still a common problem. Around 2.2% of adults between 20 and 64 have no remaining teeth, with older adults facing an increased risk of tooth loss.1 Whether you've lost a tooth to decay, gum disease, or an accident, getting a tooth replacement should be a top priority. Missing teeth don't just spoil your smile; they can also have poor consequences for your oral and bone health. However, thanks to solutions like single dental implants, implant bridges, and implant dentures, patients can get their smiles back. Learn what happens when you don't replace missing teeth here.

Can You Cancel a Paper Check After It's in the Mail?

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Having second thoughts about a check you recently mailed? Whether you wrote the wrong address on the envelope or made a mistake with the amount, don't panic. Your check may be signed and sealed, but you may still be able to cancel it before it gets delivered.

Doctor Loans for Practice Relocation: Funding Your Move to a New Clinic Space

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / As a medical practitioner, your life circumstances and professional goals may change and inspire you to move your medical practice to a new location. Maybe you've outgrown your current space and need to move somewhere with more patient treatment rooms. Perhaps you've decided to downsize your practice after another doctor's retirement and want a more intimate office setting.

Trinity Bank Reports Results for 2024 Net Income Up 5.5% to $8,458,000 Return on Assets 1.70%

FORT WORTH, TX / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2025 / Trinity Bank N.A. (OTC PINK:TYBT) today announced operating results for the fourth quarter and the twelve months ending December 31, 2024.

You Wouldn't Buy Something Without Knowing Exactly How Much It Cost - Right?

Well, that's exactly what you're doing when you sign a "Cost-Plus-Fee" (CPF) or "Cost-Plus" Contract for your custom Construction Project. Left unchecked, you will overpay for the work. Not you "might" overpay, you will. But you don't have to anymore. Naples Custom Home Cost Consulting (NCHCC) is that "check". We offer expert Project Cost Management Services to Clients anywhere in FL…and beyond. Builders work for their bottom-line. We work for yours.

App Orchid Announces an Insights Accelerator for Google Cloud Cortex Framework Customers, Powered by Google’s Gemini Models

App Orchid, a Google Cloud Cortex Framework partner, will enable customers to ask natural language questions and get AI-powered insights from enterprise data grounded with Cortex Framework

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