Monthly Archive: April 2018

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MPAA head says theatres will survive rise of streaming sites

LAS VEGAS — Two film industry leaders told theatre owners Tuesday that are optimistic about the movie and theatrical exhibition business despite concerns about declining attendance and competition from streaming services. New MPPA chief Charles Rivkin and John Fithian, the president and CEO of the National Association of Theater Owners, delivered a state of the […]

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Tourism authority says Kauai remains open for visitors

HONOLULU — The Hawaii Tourism Authority said it wants visitors to know that Kauai remains open for business after torrential rains caused flood damage. More than 28 inches (71 centimetres) of rain pummeled Kauai’s North Shore last week, resulting in flooding and landslides blocking Kuhio Highway. The authority said the northernmost communities from Wainiha to […]

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Enbridge shares fall after Minnesota judge issues Line 3 recommendation

CALGARY — Shares in Enbridge Inc. were trading down nearly five per cent the day after a judge in Minnesota recommended that its Line 3 pipeline replacement project follow its existing route across the state rather than the company’s preferred route. Enbridge traded as low as $37.86, off $1.96, on the Toronto Stock Exchange on […]

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Senator warns bankers that Dodd-Frank relief could stall

WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia is warning bankers that legislation rolling back financial rules put in place after the 2008 economic crisis could stall. Warner says legislation revamping the law known as Dodd-Frank “will not pass if it comes back to the Senate” for another vote. Warner’s comments are a warning shot […]