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The central bank says in its latest Financial Stability Report that at the start of the year, households had, on average, less debt relative to their income than a year earlier, while insolvency filings by businesses had dropped significantly. “The country’s financial system has faced unprecedented shocks in recent years, and it has proven resilient,” said governor Tiff Macklem in prepared remarks on the report. “But proactive steps taken by households and businesses, together with substantially lower interest rates, put the system on a more resilient footing heading into 2025.” However, the U.S.-instigated trade war has pushed risks higher overall,…

Amid economic uncertainty, Maksym Krippa has allocated more than $100 million to Ukrainian real estate, reaffirming confidence in the country’s resilience. The businessman detailed key acquisitions and shared his outlook on strategic industries. While many investors hesitate, Krippa continues to channel resources into projects that enhance infrastructure and economic growth. As reported Us News Binding, he elaborated on these insights in his Forbes Ukraine interview, shedding light on the strategic vision behind his impressive real estate portfolio. Key Real Estate Investments One of his most significant purchases is the Parus business center in Kyiv, acquired in 2023. This high-profile property,…

CuzzoMania’s highly anticipated double album, BIG ZO 2, is a bold and electrifying continuation of the vibrant narrative he introduced with his first BIG ZO release. This project further explores the persona of BIG ZO, an alter ego that embodies energy, flair, and a fearless spirit. Every track on BIG ZO 2 amplifies this character, reinforcing Cuzzo’s commitment to authenticity and creative expression. After a hiatus from songwriting since 2016, CuzzoMania spent countless hours in his home studio, reflecting on his life and experiences. The album is a testament to his personal growth, blending introspection with celebration. While his journey…

The TM-80 is a condenser microphone designed and priced for home recording. It features an 18-mm aluminum diaphragm with a cardioid pickup pattern that is ideal for anything from vocals to acoustic instruments. Internal circuitry is optimized to reduce noise and distortion while retaining rich, full sound quality. Included with the TM-80 are a tabletop stand, an XLR cable, and an elastic shockmount to reduce rumble and noise during recording. Condenser microphone designed for home recording18-mm, pure aluminum diaphragmCardioid polar patternPhantom power required: 9–48 V DCSensitivity: –38 dB ±2 dB (0 dB 1 V/Pa at…

Tyla had the pop world in the palm of her hands with her hit viral track ‘Water,’ and she might just pull that off again with her new single. The track is called ‘Bliss,’ and is a smoother, calmer piece of music with the dance groove to keep you on your toes if you get too relaxed.A love song at its core centring the allure of longing, ‘Bliss’ is a call to take Tyla out her mind and into a state of Bliss. The afrorhythms set the perfect groove to set the dancefloor in motion while the synths set a…

The increased payment came as Cenovus says its profit amounted to $0.47 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, down from $0.62 per diluted share a year earlier. Cenovus says its adjusted funds flow for the quarter totalled $2.21 billion or $1.21 per diluted for its latest quarter compared with $2.24 billion or $1.19 per diluted share a year ago. Photo by The Canadian Press Revenue for the quarter amounted to $13.30 billion, up from $13.06 billion a year earlier. Total upstream production for the quarter was 818,900 barrels of oil equivalent per day, up from 800,900 boe/d…

The Samson SP01 Spider Mount is a high-quality shock mount built especially for select Samson condenser mics. The Spider Mount is easy to use as your go-to steady container for your mics when doing studio or field recording sessions. Durable and lightweight, this shock mount is an affordable way to get better audio performance results out of your Samson condenser microphones. Compatible with the Samson C01, C03, CL7, CL8, and C01U condenser mics Works with Select Samson MicrophonesThe Samson SP01 Spider Mount is designed especially to work with select Samson condenser microphones. The Spider Mount…

Gone are the days of waiting in line at the bank or sifting through paper statements to figure out where your money’s going. In 2025, digital banking tools are flipping the script, putting control of your finances right in your pocket.  From budgeting apps to real-time credit monitoring, these tools are making it easier than ever to save, invest, and plan for the future. They’re not just convenient—they’re a straight-up revolution for anyone chasing financial freedom. Here’s why digital banking tools are changing the game and how they’re helping people take charge of their money. Your Money, Your Rules Digital…

This is the sophomore effort from Montréal, Québec, Canada rapper Jimmie D. Coming up off the Trout & Brussels Sprouts EP, he would later go on to put out a full-length debut alongside a mixtape & 3 more EPs all in almost a decade. A notable collaborator of his as of late would be one of my favorite producers of this current decade decade Nicholas Craven, who has decided to full produce Good Music Hypnotizes to the peaking interest of many, including myself personally. “Notre Dame” stripped the drums to start off the album talking about having a couple close ones although he doesn’t trust anybody whereas “The Gout” featuring Tha God Fahim keeps…

HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Lionsgate / Lionsgate Stephen King may not be the big name on the film scene that he was in the ’80s and ’90s, but us older folks are familiar with the man’s game so best believe whenever his name is attached to a new project we’re all in on whatever it is. Source: Lionsgate / Lionsgate On Wednesday (May 7), Lions Gate released the first trailer for their upcoming film adaptation of Stephen King’s 1979 novel, The Long Walk, and while it’s not a horror film per se it’s definitely a nerve-racking scary movie simply…