Acquisition Adds Indicated Gold Resources of 388koz and Inferred Gold Resources of 933koz, and Grows Land Position to ~27,000 Hectares in the Abitibi (All amounts expressed in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise noted) TORONTO, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gold Candle Ltd. (“Gold Candle” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a binding asset purchase agreement with Pan American Silver Corp. (“Pan American”) dated May 7, 2026 (the “Agreement”) pursuant to which Gold Candle will acquire all of the assets that comprise Pan American’s Larder Property in exchange for 15,000,000 common shares in the capital of Gold Candle, which will result in Pan American owning approximately 6% of Gold Candle on a pro forma basis (the “Transaction”). The Transaction enables Gold Candle to further enhance its asset base in the Abitibi...

NEW YORK, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flag Ship Acquisition Corporation (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FSHP), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced that it has entered into a binding letter of intent (“LOI”) with Bluechip & Co. Holdings (“Bluechip”) in connection with a proposed business combination. The letter of intent includes binding provisions regarding exclusivity and other related transaction provisions governing the parties’ negotiations during the proposed transaction process. The proposed transaction remains subject to due diligence, negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, satisfaction of customary closing conditions, and approval by the boards and shareholders of the relevant parties. The proposed transaction contemplates that the Company or a successor public company will acquire 100%...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY WEALTH LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree ANIMALCARE GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date position...

NEW YORK, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (“IREN”) today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Ingenostrum, S.L. (Nostrum Group), a next-generation data center developer based in Spain. The acquisition marks IREN’s entry into the European market and increases its power portfolio to 5GW. It adds approximately 490MW of secured, grid-connected power in Spain, together with an additional development pipeline, enhancing IREN’s ability to service observed customer demand in Europe. Spain provides an attractive backdrop for large-scale AI data center development, supported by favorable AI policy settings, a constructive regulatory and permitting environment, robust connectivity and abundant low-cost renewable energy. The addition of Nostrum’s experienced local team across development, engineering,...

The acquisition will add proven robotics technology used in Mars rovers and also insources precision space mechanisms such as solar array drive assemblies, one of the critical components needed for satellite constellation manufacturing LONG BEACH, Calif., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Motiv Space Systems (“Motiv”), a California-based company specializing in space robotics, motion control systems, and precision mechanisms for spacecraft. The acquisition will advance two strategic objectives for Rocket Lab: it will add Mars-proven robotics heritage and capability for advanced planetary and national security missions, and also closes one of the final gaps in Rocket Lab’s...

Portage, Michigan, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stryker (NYSE:SYK announced that it has completed the acquisition of Amplitude Vascular Systems, Inc. (AVS), a privately held medical technology company developing a next-generation intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) platform designed to treat complex peripheral arterial disease. “This acquisition is a significant milestone in expanding our peripheral vascular portfolio and enhancing our ability to address challenging arterial disease,” said Kevin Lobo, Chair and CEO, Stryker. “By integrating AVS’s innovative CO₂-generated pressure wave technology with Stryker’s scale and resources, we are well-positioned to deliver solutions that support physicians and patient outcomes.” The addition of an IVL platform will strengthen Stryker’s impact in peripheral vascular solutions. About Stryker Stryker...

NEW YORK, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — E.F. Hutton & Co. (“E.F. Hutton”), a leading investment banking and financial advisory firm, today announced it served as exclusive M&A advisor and placement agent in connection with the successful closing of Shuttle Pharmaceuticals Holdings, Inc.’s (NASDAQ: SHPH) acquisition of United Dogecoin Inc. (“United Dogecoin” or the “Company”), a Dogecoin mining company driven by industry experts. The transaction, completed pursuant to a definitive merger agreement, resulted in United Dogecoin merging into a wholly owned subsidiary of Shuttle Pharmaceuticals, creating one of the largest publicly traded Dogecoin mining platforms. In connection with the merger, E.F. Hutton also acted as placement agent for a $9.6 million concurrent Private Investment in Public Equity (“PIPE”) financing,...

eXp World Holdings to Begin Trading as AGNT, Acquires NextHome to Launch Unified Platform for Franchise and Cloud BrokerageThe acquisition brings NextHome’s franchising expertise into the eXp ecosystem, offering real estate professionals a choice between franchise ownership and cloud-based models.The acquisition brings NextHome’s franchising expertise into the eXp ecosystem, offering real estate professionals a choice between franchise ownership and cloud-based models Starting tomorrow, EXPI shares will begin trading under “AGNT” BELLINGHAM, Wash., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGNT) (“eXp” and the “Company”), the holding company for eXp Realty®, FrameVR.io, and SUCCESS® Enterprises, today announced it has acquired NextHome, Inc., an award-winning national real estate franchise. This...

COMMUNIQUÉ EN DATE DU 7 MAI 2026 RELATIF À LA MISE À DISPOSITION DES INFORMATIONS RELATIVES AUX CARACTÉRISTIQUES NOTAMMENT JURIDIQUES, FINANCIERES ET COMPTABLES DE LA SOCIÉTÉ Fnac Darty DANS LE CADRE DE L’OFFRE PUBLIQUE D’ACHAT portant sur les actions Fnac Darty et les obligations convertibles et/ou échangeables en actions Fnac Darty nouvelles et/ou existantes (« OCEANE ») INITIÉE PAR EP FR HOLDCO a.s.AMF   Le présent communiqué a été établi par la société Fnac Darty et est diffusé le 7 mai 2026 conformément aux dispositions de l’article 231-28, I du règlement général de l’Autorité des marchés financiers (le « Règlement Général de l’AMF »). Conformément aux dispositions de l’article L. 621-8 du Code monétaire et financier et de l’article 231-26 du Règlement Générale de l’AMF, l’AMF a, en application de sa décision de conformité en...

COMMUNIQUÉ EN DATE DU 7 MAI 2026 RELATIF À LA MISE À DISPOSITION DE LA NOTE EN RÉPONSE ÉTABLIE PAR LA SOCIÉTÉ FNAC DARTYDANS LE CADRE DE L’OFFRE PUBLIQUE D’ACHAT portant sur les actions Fnac Darty et les obligations convertibles et/ou échangeables en actions Fnac Darty nouvelles et/ou existantes (« OCEANE ») INITIÉE PAR EP FR HOLDCO a.s.AMF   Le présent communiqué a été établi par la société Fnac Darty et est diffusé le 7 mai 2026 en application des dispositions de l’article 231-27 3° du règlement général de l’Autorité des marchés financiers (le « Règlement Général de l’AMF »).   Conformément aux dispositions de l’article L. 621-8 du Code monétaire et financier et de l’article 231-26 du Règlement Générale de l’AMF, l’AMF a, en application de sa décision de conformité en date du 7 mai 2026 relative à l’offre publique d’achat visant...