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Welsh Business Confidence Rises at Highest Rate in Two Years
February saw the slowest pace of this downturn, hinting at potential signs of demand revival. The bright spot in this scenario is the significant uplift in business confidence within the Welsh private sector. This optimism is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Welsh businesses in the face of adversity.
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Read more at Deeside.com
Godzilla Minus One Nominated for Best Visual Effect
At the 2024 Academy Awards on Sunday, March 10, Godzilla Minus One took home the trophy for Best Visual Effects. The nod was also the first nomination for any movie featuring Godzilla, who made his big-screen debut in 1954. Takashi Yamazaki, Kiyoko Shibuya, Masaki Takahashi and Tatsuji Nojima accepted the award on stage.
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Read more at Us Weekly
Canada's Carbon Tax Rebates Aren't Returned to Small Businesses
Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is bringing attention to billions of dollars in carbon tax rebates that have yet to be distributed back to small and medium-sized businesses across Canada. Saskatchewan is owed over $300 million of the over $2.5 billion in fuel charge proceeds, according to CFIB estimates. Small businesses, especially in Saskatchewan, are being almost robbed of what they deserve really.
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Read more at Global News
A Nissan van crashed into a business in Vancouver's Marpole Area
VPD says the white Nissan van crashed into the side of a business in Marpole area. The business appears to be the Love My Smile dentist office.
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Read more at CityNews Vancouver
Optimism in the North's Business Community Hits Highest Point For Nearly Three-Years
Optimism in the north’s business community hit its highest point for almost three-years last month. The lender’s monthly business survey suggests the growth during February was driven by the services and manufacturing sectors, which recorded the fastest rate of expansion in activity in 22 months. Output in the retail and construction sectors was marginally down.
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Read more at The Irish News
Kuda Business Reaches 100,000 Customers
Kuda Business is an all-in-one business manager for freelancers and SMEs. It sends estimates and invoices, makes bulk transfers, and pays business bills on one platform. In an increasingly digital world, businesses need access to intuitive and efficient banking platforms.
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Read more at Punch Newspapers
Jimmy Kimmel Hosts the Oscars for the Fourth Time
The 2024 Oscars took place at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on Sunday. Advertisement Jimmy Kimmel took the stage at the 96th Academy Awards to host the show for the fourth time. Kimmel also called out "Barbie's director Greta Gerwig's snub.
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Read more at Business Insider
WDAM 7 News - MS HB 329 Would Allow Businesses to Sell Distilled Spirits on Sundays
MS HB 329 would allow businesses to sell distilled spirits on Sundays. The extra day of sales could bring in around $12 million to $18 million dollars annually. For counties and cities against selling spirits, an election would need to be held on the matter.
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Read more at WDAM
Business Illawarra’s Six Major Priorities for the NSW Budget
Business Illawarra’s recommended actions for the NSW budget are: Commence the Southern Rail Network Resilience Plan (2023 election commitment) Commit additional funding and cashflow allocations to expedite detailed design and planning work for the Picton Road Motorway project. Provide enhanced support for clean energy projects in the region through the Illegalarra Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). Work with Wollongong City Council to support an urban renewal program.
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Read more at Wave FM
Australian Businesses Become More Competitive - Matt Thistlethwaite
Assistant Defence Minister Matt Thistlethwaite says removing tariffs will see Australian businesses “become more competitive”. Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to unveil a plan to ditch hundreds of import tariffs on everyday items.
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Read more at Sky News Australia