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Should we protect nature for its own sake? For its economic value? Because it makes us happy? Yes

As spring phases into summer in North America, with trees flowering and birds migrating, nature seems abundant. In fact, however, the Earth is losing animals, birds, reptiles and other living things so fast that some scientists believe the planet is entering the sixth mass extinction in its history.

The Conversation

Top thoroughbred breeder and owner Sarah Ramsey dies at 83

She and her husband Ken had 2,241 winners and career purse earnings of over $98 million, according to Equibase. They won four Eclipse Awards as for outstanding owners and two for outstanding breeders, and led North America owners by purse earnings in 2013 and 2014.

Chicago Sun-Times

There's a chance of a meteor shower Monday night

Those in North America have the best shot at seeing the shower at about 1 a.m. on the East Coast or 10 p.m. on the West Coast.

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Rapid evolution has limits, and knowing this can help with conservation

Human impacts on global ecosystems can be severe, widespread and irreversible. But life on Earth has evolved to meet environmental challenges for 3.5 billion years: Could these same evolutionary forces help life on Earth persist in human-altered environments?

The Conversation

Exeter Airport launches new Belfast flights with Emerald Airlines

The move follows the airport’s recent launch of new routes to North America via Dublin

Birmingham Post

36 years later, 'Top Gun' again tops N.America box office

Los Angeles (AFP) - Much-anticipated action film "Top Gun: Maverick" was expected to have a big opening and it did not disappoint, taking in an estimated $151 million in North America for the four-day Memorial Day weekend, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported.

AFP

Chinatowns more vibrant after pandemic, anti-Asian violence

Cultural and arts organizations in Chinatowns across North America have worked for decades on bringing greater appreciation and visibility to these communities

The Independent UK

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Explainer-What will Quebec's new French language law mean for business, hiring?

Backers of Quebec's sweeping new law to promote French usage in the Canadian province hail it as the most important measure in nearly half a century to protect the language in mostly English-speaking North America.

Reuters

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The Independent UK

B&W Says Parts & Services Demand In North America Returns To Pre-Pandemic Levels

Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:BW) received more than $23 million in orders for parts and services from utility and industrial customers in North America in April, as overall demand for these services rebounded to pre-pandemic levels. The company noted orders include environmental aftermarket parts and services for electrostatic precipitators and other equipment,…

Benzinga

‘Just met the Beatles’: Drake shares ‘iconic’ photo with Haim on Instagram

The band is touring North America, and recently stopped in Drake’s hometown of Toronto

The Independent UK

Potbelly Enters Into Delivery Based Franchise Partnership With REEF

Potbelly Corp (NASDAQ:PBPB) unveiled its first delivery-based license with REEF, an operator of virtual restaurants, logistics, and proximity hubs in North America. PBPB expects the delivery kitchens to create greater accessibility and convenience for consumers. “We're committed to driving unit growth and with REEF's unique operating model, we can now quickly expand into…

Benzinga

Very Good Food Company Shares Skyrockets On Canada Retail Expansion

Very Good Food Company Inc (NASDAQ:VGFC) has increased retail distribution across Canada with Loblaw Companies Ltd (TSX:L) (OTC:LBLCF). The company's products will be available in more than 2,000 stores across North America, with additional retail expansion expected for Summer 2022. "We're incredibly excited to bring our successful products to Loblaw customers across Canada and serve…

Benzinga

Roche Develops Test Kits to Detect Monkeypox Virus

Roche on Wednesday said the company and its unit have developed three test kits to detect the monkeypox virus, as the disease spreads in regions outside Africa, where the virus is not normally found. There have been more than 200 suspected or confirmed cases in Europe and North America of…

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Quebec moves to protect French language and restrict use of English

Premier says ‘we are proud to be a francophone nation in North America’ but English-speaking critics threaten legal action

Benzinga

Hyundai To Recall 281,000 Vehicles Over Exploding Seat-Belt Part: Reuters

Hyundai Motor Co (OTC:HYMTF) will recall 281,000 vehicles in North America over fears of seat-belt pretensioners exploding, Reuters reported. The report noted that there were three injury reports caused by the explosion of seat-belt pretensioners, projecting the metal fragments. The recall will include some 2019-2022 Accent, 2021-2023 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra hybrid vehicles. …

The Independent UK

Rain, snow slow New Mexico fire, but hot, dry weather looms

Light rain and a bit of snow in the mountains of northern New Mexico helped slow the largest wildfire in North America

Benzinga

Stellantis, Samsung SDI To Build EV Battery Manufacturing Facility - Read More For Details

Stellantis NV (NYSE:STLA) and Samsung SDI have signed a binding, definitive agreement to establish an electric-vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana. The joint venture will invest more than $2.5 billion (€2.3 billion) and create 1,400 new jobs in Kokomo and the surrounding areas. The investment could gradually increase up to $3.1 billion (€2.9…

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Stellantis, Samsung plan Indiana electric car battery plant

A joint venture between Stellantis and Samsung plans to build an electric vehicle battery factory in Indiana that will employ up to 1,400 workers and become the company’s second such factory in North America

The Conversation

We tested plants used for contraception in South Africa. Here's what we found

In sub-Saharan Africa, 91 per 1,000 pregnancies are unwanted. This is around three times the rates of unintended pregnancies recorded in Europe and North America.

Benzinga

Earnings Beat, Dividend Hike, FY23 Outlook - Lots To Look In Ralph Lauren's Q4 Results

Ralph Lauren Corp (NYSE:RL) reported fourth-quarter FY22 sales growth of 18% year-on-year to $1.52 billion, beating the consensus of $1.46 billion. Revenues from North America increased 19% Y/Y to $674 million, Europe rose 26% to $467 million, and Asia grew 20% to $346 million. Comparable store sales increased 26%. Gross profit improved to…

The Independent UK

EXPLAINER: What is monkeypox and where is it spreading?

Health authorities in Europe, North America, Israel and Australia have identified more than 100 cases of monkeypox in recent days

Benzinga

Pfizer's Ulcerative Colitis Candidate Shows Remission In Over 30% Of Patients In Pivotal Studies

Pfizer Inc (NYSE:PFE) has announced detailed results from two pivotal studies from ELEVATE UC Phase 3 program evaluating etrasimod for active ulcerative colitis (UC). The drug, etrasimod, was Pfizer's key asset in its $6.7 billion deal for Arena Pharmaceuticals last year. UC is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects around 3.8 million people in North…

Benzinga

Premium Plant-Based Supplement Company PlantFuel Partners with DICKS Sporting Goods House of Sport Retail Concept Stores

Plant-based wellness brand PlantFuel is partnering with the largest sporting goods retailer in North America to integrate into its new in-store experience

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Stellantis to announce second North American battery plant in Kokomo, Indiana

Jeep maker Stellantis NV is expected to announce plans Tuesday to locate its second North American electric-vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Kokomo, Indiana, three sources familiar with the situation told The Detroit News, beating out two sites in Michigan.

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