UK economy shrank by more than expected in October
BBC News – Home Higher interest rates and bad weather held back growth as the economy continues to stagnate. Go to Source 13/12/2023 – 09:06 / Twitter: @hoffeldtcom
Fed holds rates steady, upgrades assessment of economic growth
US Top News and Analysis The Federal Reserve on Wednesday again held benchmark interest rates steady amid a backdrop of a growing economy and labor market. Go to Source 01/11/2023 – 21:02 / Twitter: @hoffeldtcom
India increases Covid booster jab production after surge in cases
Coronavirus | The Guardian Mock hospital drills held as new Omicron variant suspected of causing highest number of infections since 2022India has experienced its highest number of Covid infections in months, reportedly caused by a new variant, with almost 8,000 new cases reported on Wednesday.Mock drills were carried out in hospitals, and some states reintroduced […]Continue reading
Danish shipping giant Maersk ‘lobbied’ to be excluded from global tax deal
The Local The Danish shipping giant Maersk held meetings with Denmark’s tax and maritime authorities to advise them on how best to shield the shipping industry from the OECD’s global minimum tax deal, according to a Danish media report. Go to Source February 8, 2023 – 6:14 pm / Twitter: @hoffeldtcom
Lethbridge model railway club celebrates 50 years
On Saturday, the Southern Alberta Model Railway Club (S.A.M.R.C) held an open house, welcoming back members and the public after two years following the COVID-19 pandemic. Go to Source October 24, 2022 – 3:03 am /Jaclyn Kucey Twitter: @hoffeldtcom
How Transformational Retreats Can Transform Your Business
15Five In May of 2022, we held our 8th annual all company retreat in Venice, Italy. These retreats are purpose driven events designed to bring every employee together, re-align them around our company mission and OKRs, and to allow for vulnerable connections in a beautiful setting away from office walls. This was without a doubt […]Continue reading
Soaring gas prices limit long weekend travel plans for Canadians
Despite most COVID-19 mandates being lifted, rising gas prices have held many Canadians back from making travel plans over the Victoria Day long weekend. Go to Source May 23, 2022 – 12:03 am /Irelyne Lavery Twitter: @hoffeldtcom
Oil holds above $80 with global power shortage boosting demand
The Straits Times Business News October 12, 2021 2:02 PMSINGAPORE (BLOOMBERG)- Oil held above US$80 a barrel on expectations that a power crisis from Asia to Europe will lift demand and tighten global balances. West Texas Intermediate futures edged higher in Asian trading after closing up 1.5 per cent on Monday (Oct 11). Go to […]Continue reading
Kingston Humane Society hosts first in-person event since pandemic began
The Kingston Humane Society’s flagship fundraising event was held on Saturday. This marks KHS’s first in-person event since the pandemic began. Go to Source September 26, 2021 – 12:02 am /Megan King Twitter: @hoffeldtcom
K-W Oktoberfest keg-tapping to be held at Waterloo airport again due to COVID-19 pandemic
The Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest will be held once again this fall with some adjustments due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Go to Source August 17, 2021 – 9:08 pm /Kevin Nielsen Twitter: @hoffeldtcom