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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Top 10 crypto investments to make before july starts
As we count days until July, a fresh wave of momentum is pervading the crypto world. While the big names still retain their household status, there is a shift in sentiment toward other projects. Smart investors are scouting undervalued tokens that could yield asymmetric returns in the coming months. While Solana and Ripple are equally in the fray, they aren't the only smart picks. From meme-powered layers to oracle networks and interoperability pioneers, here are ten other cryptocurrencies to buy before the next leg up. 1. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) Meme coins have a reputation for volatility, but Little Pepe is rewriting the script by marrying internet culture with a purpose‐built Layer-2 blockchain. Designed exclusively for memes, LILPEPE offers ultralow fees, fast finality, and built-in defenses against sniper bots. Its presale has already garnered more than $1.74 million in commitments, even as it moves through stage three at just $0.0012 per token. That presale success speaks to both community enthusiasm and a genuine belief in Little Pepe's roadmap: a 'memes launchpad,' CEX listings, and a zerotax on‐chain environment. If social media hype meets real-world utility, LILPEPE could leapfrog countless competitors before July. 2. PropBase (PROPS) Real estate has always been massive but notoriously illiquid—until PropBase arrived on the Aptos blockchain. This platform enables fractional ownership of income-producing properties via tokenized shares, lowering barriers to entry and unleashing new pools of capital. Institutional pilots have already validated the model's viability, and retail investors are flocking to PROPS at sub-$0.10 price points. As property tokenization moves from a niche experiment to a mainstream option, PropBase could enjoy a multi-fold appreciation. 3. Reef (REEF) Reef once made headlines by promising a unified DeFi hub, but bear market setbacks nearly derailed its momentum. Now reimagined as a substrate-based layer 1, Reef bridges assets across ecosystems, letting users deploy composable dApps with minimal friction. In recent weeks, REEF has climbed out of sub-penny territory as development milestones have been checked off and new liquidity flows have arrived. If the project capitalizes on cross-chain DeFi's next big wave, what looks like a modest micro-cap today could morph into a mid-cap leader. 4. Chainlink (LINK) Think of reliable data feeds as the beating heart of every DeFi application, and Chainlink as the expert pump keeping them alive. Whether it's a lending protocol automatically adjusting rates or an on-chain insurance contract verifying real-world events, Chainlink's oracles quietly power the entire ecosystem. Now, with Chainlink 2.0 rolling out and new staking rewards on the way, users will enjoy even tighter security and fresh income opportunities. As the total value locked in DeFi continues its upward climb, the demand for dependable oracles will only grow. That means LINK isn't just a token you own; it's a partner in building a more robust, data-driven financial future—even when markets get bumpy. 5. Avalanche (AVAX) Avalanche stands out because of its a three-in-one chain, each designed for specific tasks. One handles the heavy lifting for custom networks, another powers smart contracts, and the third tackles lightning-fast, high-volume dApps. That setup has developers flocking to Avalanche, hungry for both flexibility and rock-solid security. What really seals the deal is its consensus system: transactions are essentially final in the blink of an eye, yet the network remains truly decentralized. On top of that, big names in gaming are building on Avalanche, and NFTs are popping up everywhere, adding fresh energy to the platform. As projects spread across multiple blockchains, Avalanche's knack for connecting those different worlds could well be the spark that sends AVAX's value soaring. 6. Polkadot (DOT) Polkadot's relay chain model is an elegant solution for blockchain interoperability. By enabling independent parachains to share security and communicate seamlessly, DOT unlocks a future where assets and data flow freely across specialized networks. Recent parachain auctions have been oversubscribed, reflecting robust demand from projects eager to tap into Polkadot's shared security. As more parachains launch real-world applications, from supply chain tracking to tokenized bonds, DOT's own utility and staking rewards are likely to climb, propelling it toward fresh highs before July. 7. Polygon (MATIC) While Ethereum's transition to proof-of-stake has smoothed out many scaling woes, demand for even cheaper, faster transactions remains sky high. That's where Polygon steps in—with a suite of Layer-2 solutions that include optimistic rollups and zk-rollups. MATIC has become the de facto token for Ethereum scaling, powering numerous DeFi protocols and NFT marketplaces that prize low fees. The token stands to benefit as Ethereum usage increases from July. 8. Aptos (APT) Aptos, born from a fork of the same Move language that underpins Sui, has attracted significant venture capital and developer interest. Its parallel transaction processing and focus on safety features make it a compelling choice for enterprise applications. The testnet has already demonstrated robust throughput, and several DeFi teams are eyeing an early mainnet launch to claim first‐mover advantage. With APT trading at a fraction of the valuation levels seen on more established chains, the risk‐reward ratio is enticing for those who believe in institutional adoption of blockchain technology. 9. NEAR Protocol (NEAR) NEAR Protocol has carved a niche by emphasizing developer ergonomics and community governance. Its sharded architecture delivers impressive scalability, while a smooth account model simplifies onboarding for non-tech-savvy users. NEAR's ESG compatibility, combined with regular ecosystem grants, has cultivated a loyal base of holders. As user experience becomes a critical differentiator, NEAR's ease of use and governance approach will be a strong catalyst for its price ascent in the coming months, especially as more applications launch on the protocol. 10. Synthetix (SNX) Synthetix is at the forefront of the movement for on-chain tokenization of assets, such as gold and real estate. SNX token powers the marketplace for these virtual instruments. Thanks to recent updates on Synthetix, trades settle faster and require less collateral, drawing new waves of capital into the ecosystem. For investors bullish on DeFi trumping traditional finance, SNX offers a smart investment opportunity in line with that vision. Final Words While SOL and XRP remain stalwarts, the true alpha often hides in lesser-known corners of the market. With LILPEPE's presale topping $1.74 million, the market's appetite for novel utility and passionate communities has never been stronger. By spreading $400 or $500 across these ten picks—each grounded in a distinct narrative and technological advantage—you position yourself to capture the next wave of crypto returns. Time is of the essence. July will arrive quickly, and early movers will reap the benefits of low entry prices. As institutions broaden their horizons and retail investors search for the next underdog, these ten projects could be your ticket to meaningful gains. For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below: Website: Whitepaper: Telegram: Twitter/X:
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
TransPerfect Legal Recognized as Band 1 by Chambers and Partners 2025 Rankings Guide Across Multiple Jurisdictions
High-Profile International Disputes, Client Testimonials, and AI Adoption Drive Independently Assessed Top-Tier Rankings NEW YORK, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransPerfect Legal, the global leader in legal technology and advisory services, today announced its recognition in the Chambers Litigation Support 2025 guide. Band 1 – United Kingdom (eDiscovery Provider) Band 1 – Asia-Pacific (eDiscovery Provider) Band 1 – Canada (eDiscovery Provider) Band 2 – Latin America (eDiscovery Provider) Band 3 – United States (eDiscovery Provider) This year's results include both repeat top-tier recognitions and new rankings in key global markets, underscoring the strength of TransPerfect Legal's international offerings. The Chambers and Partners rankings guide represents the industry's most rigorous evaluation conducted by dedicated research analysts operating across 200 jurisdictions worldwide. The comprehensive assessment process includes extensive client interviews, peer evaluations, and independent market analysis, with rankings determined through year-round research that evaluates technical expertise, client service excellence, commercial awareness, and demonstrated results across the global litigation support sector. According to client feedback captured in the Chambers research, 'TransPerfect has the resources and expertise to best customize and meet deliverables. It provides a one-stop solution for litigation support with experts across each piece of the disclosure journey.' TransPerfect President and Co-CEO Phil Shawe remarked, 'We are honored to receive these recognitions from Chambers, particularly because they reflect our clients' trust in our global capabilities. Securing Band 1 status across three distinct markets is a testament to the TransPerfect Legal team's ability to serve the complex, multi-jurisdictional needs of our clients.' About TransPerfect Legal TransPerfect Legal is the global leader in legal technology, AI, and advisory services for Am Law 200 and Global 100 law firms as well as corporate legal departments. With offices in more than 140 cities worldwide, solutions include forensic technology and consulting, eDiscovery and early data assessment, managed review and legal staffing, language services, deposition and trial support, and paper discovery, all offered alongside the Reef Technology ecosystem, TransPerfect Legal's suite of proprietary applications that address the needs of legal and regulatory practitioners around the world. For more information, please visit About TransPerfect TransPerfect is the world's largest provider of language services and AI solutions for global business. From offices in over 140 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 200+ languages to clients worldwide. More than 6,000 global organizations employ TransPerfect's GlobalLink® technology to simplify the management of multilingual content. With an unparalleled commitment to quality and client service, TransPerfect is fully ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website at Contact: Ryan Simper +1 212.689.5555mediainquiry@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Tiny Border Town Getting Battered by Trump's Tariffs on Canada
Nick Kiniski is selling. After four decades running Kiniski's Reef—one of only three restaurants still operating in the tiny peninsula town of Point Roberts, Washington—the former professional wrestler has landed in a choke hold he can't break. 'It's very hard to do business in Point Roberts,' Kiniski told me. 'This is the first time in 38 years that I actually bartended by myself.' On weekdays, he has taken to cooking and serving alone, the only staff member in what was once a bustling social hub. Kiniski used to own Breakers, a bar right across the street, in addition to Reef. On weekends, they would get as many as 4,000 customers—needing 28 doormen and four sheriffs working overtime just to maintain order. At one point, he had 120 employees—'kind of a zoo,' he said. But it's Saturday night in early May, and the Reef is dead. The line for karaoke is a girls-night-out septet taking turns murdering Stevie Nicks. Two waitstaff work an area that used to require a dozen. The spacious beachfront patio offers the softer sounds of Jimmy Buffett piped over outdoor speakers, but there isn't a soul to hear it. Point Roberts's economy isn't just dependent on tourists—it's almost entirely dependent on Canadian tourists, making this five-square-mile spit of land a unique barometer of the U.S.-Canada relationship. When Canada closed its border at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the town's economy shrunk by 80 percent more or less overnight. Point Roberts spent the next 19 months cut off from mainland Canada and the rest of the United States. It had only just begun to find its legs when, in January, its economy collapsed again—this time, maybe for good. Surviving a global pandemic is one thing. Surviving Donald Trump is January 7, less than 24 hours after Congress certified the presidential election results, President-elect Donald Trump suggested that he would use 'economic force' to coerce Canada into becoming the fifty-first state. He soon followed with threats of tariffs and personal jabs at then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The Canadian response was quick, and it was not polite. Almost immediately border towns felt the squeeze. With water on three sides, Point Roberts is a geographical oddity, sharing no physical connection to the United States of America. Its only land border is a two-and-a-half-mile stretch along Canada; from there, it's a 25-mile drive through Canuck farmland to the Washington line. The elementary school reaches only the second grade, after which children take a daily bus to the mainland, crossing two international borders on the way. With only 1,200 year-round residents, it is quaintly regarded as the safest gated community in America. But Point Roberts can't survive without Canadian visitors—and the Canadians aren't coming. The thousands that would normally pop in over the weekend for some cheap gas and a burger by the ocean have answered the call for 'Elbows Up'—the Canadian equivalent of 'Don't Tread on Me'—and are keeping their dollars at home. 'It's rough times,' Kiniski said. 'There's not a whole lot I can do. It's out of my control and I don't know what's gonna happen. I just wanna sell the bar [and] move on.' Point Roberts is shrinking, shuttering, exhausted. The quirky little exclave has become an early victim of Donald Trump's trade war, and a potent metaphor for the fraying relationship between the United States and Canada. Addressing the Canadian Parliament in June 2016, President Barack Obama delivered a simple message: 'The world needs more Canada.' Now America is getting less. All along the 5,525-mile stretch of the U.S.-Canada boundary—the largest international border in the world—traffic is down, and businesses are suffering. In Blaine, Washington, the closest mainland U.S. town to Point Roberts, the number of visitors from the north has dropped by nearly half compared to the previous spring. In the outlets and shopping malls that pepper the Niagara Falls area some 2,700 miles east, sales tax receipts have slipped 7 percent. The Peace Bridge duty-free shop on the Ontario/New York border has gone into receivership after a dramatic loss in traffic. At the Haskell Free Library and Opera House—where the front door is in Vermont and the stage is in Quebec—a rude late-January visit from Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem ended a 120-year-old tradition of unfettered cross-border access by Canadians looking to read a book and catch a show. Even hundreds of miles from the border, popular tourist destinations like Palm Springs, Phoenix, and Fort Lauderdale are feeling the pinch, as flight bookings from Canada to the United States have dropped 70 percent. At Kora's Corner—a literal mom-and-pop shop named for its precocious three-year-old general manager, Koraline—Neil and Krystal King are up to their asses in ducks. As proprietors of the Rubber Duck Museum that takes up the back half of their store, they're being forced to close shop and move 15 minutes north to Tsawwassen Mills, British Columbia. They will continue to live in Point Roberts, but the drop in Canadian customers—their February business was down more than 75 percent from last year—and the unpredictability of Trump's tariffs have literally driven their museum out of the country. 'We're operating in a zero profit margin,' Neil explained. 'It's an unsustainable business model. We don't know how to plan for our future months not knowing if we're gonna be charged 145 percent more on our ducks or 20 percent more on our ducks.' Directly or indirectly, all of the rubber ducks they sell originate in China, which controls nearly 80 percent of the global toy market. Without warehouses and capital to store a year's worth of inventory, small businesses like the Kings' are subject to the whims of the administration and the tariff of the month. Trump's initial 145 percent tariff on all goods from China, for instance, would raise the $1.99 toys to $5. Adjusting for the currency exchange rate, Canadians would be shelling out about $6.75 per duck. Once they relocate to Canada, the store can order its product from domestic distributors, pay nothing in tariffs, and keep its prices fair and its business Canadian backlash started on uneven footing. It was like looking out your window and seeing your neighbor peeing on your lawn. The country took a pause to rub its eyes and process the moment. But when uber-Canadian Mike Myers spoofed Elon Musk on Saturday Night Live on March 1, he put a name to it, mouthing 'Elbows Up' in the curtain call. A hockey term popularized by legendary winger Gordie Howe, the phrase was soon plastered across the Great White North, on stickers, T-shirts, and flags. The message was unmistakable: This is a fight you do not want to pick. But not every Canadian was ready to scrap. 'I'm seeing that in Vancouver people are getting carried away with the anti-Trump sentiment, Trump Derangement Syndrome,' said Gary Morrison, a Vancouver resident originally from the U.K. 'That is a road to nowhere. All this tension can't last.' Morrison frequently crosses the border to visit his weekend cottage in Point Roberts. Though not overtly a Trump fan, he supported Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in the recent Canadian election. Poilievre Conservatives had been heavy favorites for months, only to see their fortunes evaporate when Trump turned his attention to his northern neighbor. On April 28, Canada's Liberal Party won a decisive victory that would have been shocking a few months earlier, fueled by Poilievre fanboy adulation of Trump and Poilievre's half-cocked response to the attack on Canadian sovereignty. Eager to convince his fellow Canadians to return to Point Roberts, open their cottages, and support local businesses, Morrison created an event called 'Elbows Down, Sunglasses On,' inviting his neighbors to reconnect in person on the south side of the border. 'We went to Kiniski's Reef about two months ago, right in the height of the tension between the communities,' Morrison recounted. 'It was a Saturday night, and it was dead, like seriously dead. That for me was panic mode, because if we lose the places where we can socially hang out, Point Roberts wouldn't be the same.' The first event brought about 50 customers to the Reef and no doubt had the intended ripple effect of adding much-needed coin to the tills of other local merchants. Three weeks later, a second event brought two dozen warm bodies to the struggling Pier Restaurant at the Point Roberts Marina. As well-intentioned—and briefly helpful—as these events have been, they aren't the sea change Point Roberts needs to stay alive. Many businesses are operating at a loss and deeply concerned about surviving the summer if things don't turn around. Some—like Point to Point Parcel, a family-run mail-forwarding company in business for 24 years—have already closed their doors. Tamra Hansen, owner of the Pier Restaurant and the Saltwater Cafe—Point Roberts's remaining eateries that aren't attached to a gas station or a deli aisle—is losing money every day. 'It's a seasonal town,' she said. 'We go into a deficit in the winter and pull out of it in the spring and make our profits in the summer. I have little spurts of busyness, but not enough to pull me out of this deficit.' Hansen's restaurants are earning about half of what they made in March and April of last year. Two of the three festivals she had planned for the summer have been canceled—both American and Canadian bands are wary of crossing the border. 'Had I known what I know now, I would have never opened that restaurant,' she said of the Pier. 'I am in a lot of debt, and it doesn't look like I'm getting out of it.' Larry's Liquor Locker—a hole-in-the-wall booze outlet that rents space from Kiniski next door to the Reef—has seen its profits drop by a third over this time last year. Owner Larry Musselwhite, a Tennessee native who commutes to his store from the U.S. mainland, is not shy about who's to blame. 'When you have rhetoric coming out of the White House like that, I don't blame Canadians for being upset and wanting to boycott the United States,' said Musselwhite, who has a different FUCK MAGA hat for every day of the week. 'I don't see anything that he's gonna do to help mend these fences. It's just not in his nature. He's never one to say, oh gee whiz, I'm sorry. That just doesn't happen. People are gonna lose their jobs, and businesses are gonna close.'Around the pushed-together tables on the patio of the Pier, two dozen neighbors share plates from the buffet, catching up from the previous summer and talking about current events. It's round two of 'Elbows Down,' and the topic isn't sunglasses—it's fear. 'Number one concern, take a guess,' said Morrison. 'Hassle at the border.' Although the lone station that eases cars in and out of Point Roberts is currently a ghost booth, crossing into the mainland is a different tale. The stories range from having cars searched to being asked unusual questions to dogs sniffing glove compartments. The Border Patrol has even begun pulling over vehicles on the highway instead of at the crossing—which usually only happens during an amber alert or a criminal pursuit. Some complain that they are targeting only Canadian license plates. And even though the border traffic has been partially cut in half, the waits are longer than they were a year ago. These aren't the people you usually think of when you're talking about fearing the U.S. authorities. Many of them are dual citizens. All of them are white, over 50, and financially comfortable enough to own a summer cottage in this oasis of towering firs and constant ocean breeze. What started as an economic boycott has turned into a simmering brew of confusion and concern. 'We've really shifted into a place of fear,' Neil King told me. 'We've talked to a lot of people in Canada who just refused to go over the border because they are afraid of what's gonna happen. There are too many stories coming out where people are getting stopped or being detained for unknown reasons. 'We have had conversations as a family where, if we have to go to the mainland for anything—doctor's appointments, dentist, whatever—do we go separately? Do we go together? What happens if all three of us with Koraline get detained for whatever reason? What do we do next? And if it's happening with us, who are U.S. citizens, I couldn't even imagine being a Canadian who wants to come over here, or go anywhere in the U.S. at this point.' 'Because of the rhetoric, the tension, people were afraid of the reaction of the border guards,' said Morrison. 'Once that chatter starts, people don't want to cross, especially seniors. Don't wanna deal with it.'On May 6, as he prepared to meet with newly minted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Donald Trump took a moment to reflect on America's relationship with its neighbor to the north. 'I very much want to work with him, but cannot understand one simple TRUTH,' Trump wrote on social media. 'Why is America subsidizing Canada by $200 Billion Dollars a year, in addition to giving them free Military Protection, and many other things? We don't need their Cars, we don't need their Energy, we don't need their Lumber, we don't need ANYTHING they have, other than their friendship, which hopefully we will always maintain. They, on the other hand, need EVERYTHING from us!' This is, of course, pure fiction. To say America doesn't need Canada is like saying a bakery doesn't need flour. Canadian exports power American homes, fertilize American crops, and build American cars. The United States relies on Canada for 60 percent of its crude oil imports, 60 percent of its aluminum imports, and 23 percent of its steel imports. Without Canadian potash (85 percent), American crops would be devastated. Without Canadian nickel (46 percent), the American tech industry would slow to a crawl. All of these critical imports, once duty-free, now face tariffs of 10–25 percent. Trump's childlike grasp of economics and his thirst for chaos have thrown U.S. businesses, big and small, into turmoil, threatening every corner of industry and pulling the rug out from under our very infrastructure. Moreover, he's endangered the largely symbiotic relationship with America's continental BFF, sending Canada overseas to seek trade deals with more loyal friends, which will only further isolate the United States—and border towns like Point Roberts—until America eventually returns to the international community a lonelier, weaker, and diminished nation.
Cision Canada
23-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Curaleaf Strengthens Florida Presence with Punta Gorda Dispensary Opening
New location in Southwest Florida brings store count to 67 statewide, and 153 nationwide STAMFORD, Conn., May 23, 2025 /CNW/ -- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf" or the "Company"), a leading international provider of consumer cannabis products, today announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in Punta Gorda, Florida. Curaleaf Punta Gorda, located at 100 Madrid Blvd., Suite 511, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, will begin welcoming medical patients on May 23, 2025. This expansion marks the Company's 67 th store in Florida, bringing its nationwide store count to 153 stores. Curaleaf Punta Gorda, located in the heart of Charlotte County, is the Company's third dispensary in the region. The new location is situated amid historic landmarks, unique shopping and dining, and scenic outdoor attractions, including the popular Harborwalk trail and Fishermen's Village waterfront destination. The dispensary will offer Curaleaf's Select product line, including Select BRIQ all-in-one vapes and the new Select RSO X-Bites. It will also feature additional brands from the company's portfolio, such as Anthem pre-rolls, the brand-new Grassroots Dark Heart Collection, and Reef, a Florida-exclusive flower brand launched this year to provide even greater consistency and high-quality flower for medical patients. All of these products, and more, are sold exclusively at Curaleaf Florida medical dispensaries. Curaleaf Punta Gorda will operate from 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET on Sundays, with knowledgeable team members onsite to guide registered medical patients through their shopping experience. "Our reach continues to grow across Florida, with 67 stores serving patients in both metropolitan hubs and hyperlocal communities, including our newly opened hemp-focused retail store, The Hemp Company West Palm Beach, which we recently launched to meet adult hemp consumers where they are," said Boris Jordan, Chairman and CEO of Curaleaf. "With a strong statewide presence, we have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of Floridians and take pride in offering a retail and product experience that reflects our commitment to serving both registered medical patients and now, adult hemp consumers. Our Florida flower brand, Reef, is a testament to this dedication, and its growing popularity has driven us to continually enhance quality to meet the expectations of our patients. As we expand our footprint, we remain dedicated to delivering products and services that our valued Florida communities can trust." This week, Curaleaf Florida announced a new patient discount structure, offering new patients 60% off their first three visits. Curaleaf also offers everyday discounts to senior citizens, students, veterans and their spouses. Furthermore, patients can benefit from a generous referral component, giving current patients $10 off and awarding $10 to referred friends who are currently registered Florida medical patients. Curaleaf Punta Gorda will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration on Friday, May 30, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET, featuring live music, giveaways, gifts with purchase, and promotions. For more information on Curaleaf's locations, patient resources, delivery program, and products in Florida, please visit About Curaleaf Holdings Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, Anthem and The Hemp Company provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit Forward Looking Statements: This media advisory contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. These statements relate to future events or future performance. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward–looking statements or information. Generally, forward-looking statements and information may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "proposed", "is expected", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases, or by the use of words or phrases which state that certain actions, events or results may, could, would, or might occur or be achieved. More particularly and without limitation, this news release contains forward-looking statements and information concerning the opening of a dispensary in Punta Gorda, Florida. Such forward-looking statements and information reflect management's current beliefs and are based on assumptions made by and information currently available to the company with respect to the matter described in this new release. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, which are based on current expectations as of the date of this release and subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. Additional information about these assumptions and uncertainties is contained under "Risk Factors and Uncertainties" in the Company's latest annual information form filed on March 3, 2025, which is available under the Company's SEDAR profile at and in other filings that the Company has made and may make with applicable securities authorities in the future. Forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as to the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. We caution investors not to place considerable reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. The Toronto Stock Exchange has not reviewed, approved or disapproved the content of this news release. Contacts: Investor Contact: Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. Camilo Lyon, Chief Investment Officer [email protected] Media Contact: Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. Jordon Rahmil, VP Public Relations [email protected] SOURCE Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I'm a fashion writer, here's what I packed for a trip to Portugal'
Going to the Mediterranean for a sun-drenched holiday and are in need of some inspirations? Fashion writer Tiffany shared her wardrobe from affordable high street dress to fancy cocktail bar must-have With summer holiday plans coming up, many of us might take a short flight to Europe for a sun-drenched mini break and recently I hopped over to Portugal and visited the amazing seaside town of Cascais. It's where royals once resided and popular with the rich and famous, including footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who is constructing a gargantuan estate there. Jetting off to Portugal takes less than three hours but the hardest part for a fashion journalist is to pack as many outfits as possible in the suitcase with spaces to fit souvenirs too and for a three-day trip, I've sported five outfits including a Columbia co-ord and two Karen Millen dresses that are on 20% off. Whether you want to go as a lowkey backpacker or make the most out of it to visit fancy resorts, my holiday outfit edit could be the wardrobe inspiration for the next trip. Karen Millen Viscose Linen Woven Maxi Prom Dress, £143.19, was £179 Linen has become the quintessential uniform in summer and fashion lovers praise its lightweight yet breathable fabric. The Karen Millen linen dress is an elegant, clean design with thin straps and structured bodice for a flattering silhouette. Available in both petite and regular with sizes up to UK16, I found the petite's dress length best suited for my 5ft3in height and it falls perfectly right above ankles. The dress is great if you want to take memorable snaps with the azure sea in the background and it goes well with wedges like Kate Middleton's Espadrille Wedges or flat mules like this Sunny Emma pair from Reef that I matched with multiple outfits. For accessories, I opted for some gold-tone earrings like the Bali Rose Quartz with 24k gold vermail plated pair from Emma Chapman, which is now reduced from £249 to £170 and a cowrie shell necklace from H&M. Two features that I like about the dress is the deep pockets and the extra layer of fabric in the skirt so the underwear won't be showing even under the strongest sun light. But that adds a bit of weight to the piece overall, which some people might prefer single-fabric dresses. Columbia Elevated View Utility Short Sleeve Shirt and Cargo Skort, £55 each For those going for overseas music festivals like Tomorrowland and Primavera Sound who might want to start planning their outfit soon. For me, I went for a head-to-toe "Fisherman core", completed with a bucket hat and a pair of Teva Hurricane XLT 2 sandals, £70. Both the shirt and skort feature sweat-wicking fabric that draws moisture away from the skin and mesh back venting, to keep me feeling fresh and dry, making it perfect for a hike or a city stroll in hot days. But I'd advise to bring a jacket because when the night falls, it's not keeping me warm enough. Shoppers can also consider PrettyLittleThing's Ecru Contrast Stitched Cropped Denim Shirt and Mini Skirt (£31) for a double denim "cool-girl" look. But the Columbia skort has everything I asked for - it's a pair of shorts with the look of a skirt and it has multiple pockets. I kept my cards, wipes, and even my 6.7-inch iPhone in the zipped pockets - it eliminated the worries of dropping my cards or dancing with the weight of the phone over my neck with a lanyard. TALA Sculpt Seamless Scrunch leggings, £54, and Zip Through Longline Jacket, £64 Packing a gymwear set for holiday is handy whether it's for activities like a scenic hike or a post-feast workout. They are lightweight and easy to fold up with no crease, I pack them as 'spare clothing' most of the time. But on my trip, I have booked a horse riding experience and picked the flattering TALA Sculpt Seamless Set in dark olive marl. The scrunch detail at the back of the leggings defines the bottom and gives a subtle "bum enhancement" with thick waistband to ensure the leggings staying upright. While sitting on the horseback for an hour is nothing like a HIIT workout, there's no discomfort and it holds in place perfectly. The Zip Through Longline Jacke t is perfect to throw on top of my lululemon Sculpt Cropped Tank Top Pleated, which is now reduced to £19, but the jacket runs small in size and it can be tight around the chest. The zipper however is slightly loose, it slips down when it's not fully zipped. Karen Millen Petite Rose Embroidered Cotton Twill Puff Sleeve Woven Dress, £207.20, was £259 To match with the iconic blue and white tiles in Portugal, I've picked up this Karen Millen dress with rose embroidery for a fancy lunch at the Michelin star restaurant at Fortaleza do Guincho. Currently on 20% off and reduced to £207.20 on Debenhams and Karen Millen website, the dress is a stunner. It is very well made with puff sleeves and eyelet details to give me a bit of an oomph. I could see shoppers wearing this to the Chelsea Flower Show, Royal Ascot or summer parties. Designed in a close fit, it moulds my body especially around the waist, which I find is slightly tight, and the heavy cotton fabric adds weight to the piece. But it gives a lovely movement and pairing with nude flat mules making it a perfect duo for a Mediterranean outfit. I completed it with a pair of metal-framed sunglasses and a Loewe basket bag. Next Puff Sleeve Midi Dress in Bright Red, £36 A midi dress is a versatile piece for almost any occasion and this Next midi dress is great for a visit to cocktail bars. The flattering cut with high waistline and A-line skirt flows nicely just above ankle and a gathered waist with elasticated band to keep the silhouette in a desirable hourglass shape. The dress retails at £36 but the smooth fabric and elegant cut made me think it's more expensive. It is easy to wear, just simply pull it on and secure with a button at the back and it goes well with both gold-tone and silver-tone jewellery. The Next dress does not have any zip fastening and the elasticated waist gives a flexibility to the wearer. But one thing that I found uncomfortable with is the missing pockets, how convenient would that be if there were side pockets for a lippy or tissue. To resolve that, I brought a Kipling Eleni handbag, £39, to fit everything I need for a night out.
