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Globe and Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Pasofino Gold Presents in Red Cloud's Virtual Webinar Series
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 15, 2025) - Pasofino Gold (TSXV: VEIN) is pleased to announce that the company is presenting a live virtual corporate update hosted by Red Cloud Financial Services on August 15th, 2025 at 3:00 PM ET. We invite our shareholders, and all interested parties to register for the webinar and participate in the live Q&A session at the end of the presentation moderated by Red Cloud. The replay will be emailed out to all webinar registrants proceeding the event and will also be available on the Red Cloud website. For more information and to register: Pasofino Gold Limited is a Canadian-based mineral exploration company listed on the Toronto Venture Exchange under (TSXV: VEIN), and owns 100% of the Dugbe Gold Project in Liberia. The company is focused on updating the 2022 feasibility study in 2026; organizing project financing and making a construction decision and project financing in H1, 2026. Pasofino's major shareholder is Mansa Resources Inc., a division of Nioko Resources Corporation, a division of Coris Bank, and Coris Invest Group, and (collectively) they are committed to financing and developing the Dugbe project through to commercial production as timely and efficiently as possible. Commodities to be covered: Gold About Pasofino Gold Pasofino Gold Limited is a Canadian-based mineral exploration company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (VEIN). Pasofino, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, owns 100% of the Dugbe Gold Project (prior to the issuance of the Government of Liberia's 10% carried interest). About Red Cloud Financial Services Inc. Red Cloud Financial Services Inc. is a globally focused capital markets advisory firm that provides a full range of executive strategy, media, marketing, and corporate access services. Our breadth of services combines with our significant knowledge of the junior mining industry combine for unique product offering. The company was founded by capital markets professionals with extensive experience in the junior mining industry. For further information: Pasofino Gold Brett Richards, CEO & Executive Director 905.449.1500 contact@ For additional information contact marketing@ or visit:
Kyodo News
2 days ago
- General
- Kyodo News
FEATURE: Aging kin of 1985 JAL jet crash victims leaving messages for future
UENO, Japan - The steady passing of aging relatives of the victims of the 1985 Japan Airlines jumbo jet crash has been sad to watch for Kuniko Miyajima, a leading advocate for those who lost loved ones in the world's deadliest single-aircraft accident. But on its 40th anniversary, Miyajima's dedication to remembering the tragedy through her support group remains steadfast, especially in the interest of future air safety. In its first essay collection in a decade, her group self-published a booklet in mid-July in which dozens of its members record their emotional journeys and still-vivid memories of those they lost in hopes that it will provide valuable life lessons. "Telling our stories requires forcing our emotions out and it always carries a bit of pain. But safety is something we must build together, rather than just pray or wish for," writes the association of bereaved families. "Not forgetting the feelings helps strengthen safety culture." Preserving the memories of the accident remains challenging, both among the public and within Japan Airlines Co. As of the end of March, only 0.1 percent of employees had been with the company since the disaster. Including those rehired after reaching retirement age, the percentage is 3.6, according to JAL. The association released a collection of memoirs nearly every year until the 30th anniversary, titled "Akanegumo" (Red Cloud). The title refers to the sunset glow that passengers and crew aboard JAL Flight 123 would have seen on the evening flight before the crash, which claimed the lives of all but four of the 524 on board. In the new booklet, "After the Red Cloud," Machiko Taniguchi, 77, writes about how she still misses her husband, who died in the tragedy at the age of 40. She vows to continue her efforts to pass down her family's story through an illustrated book she created. Kimi Ozawa, whose 29-year-old husband died while she was pregnant with their child, writes, "Our son and his wife are now showing me a world I had hoped to walk through with you. They are beaming and, in them, I see reflections of ourselves." "Another year begins, and I will try to live -- please watch me, like you've always done," she adds. Some of the victims' offspring also contributed. Masayoshi Yamamoto, who was 5 when his father died in the crash, says he is happy watching his own children grow up. However, he cannot help but think, "If only my father were alive." Yamamoto reaches out to younger generations through a manga portraying the accident on social media. He says he wishes to preserve the lessons learned, especially as the anniversary makes him think more about aging families and fading memories. Many contributors felt the significance of recording their thoughts as they looked beyond the 40th anniversary, said Miyajima. An unexpectedly large number of essays were submitted, including some from elderly individuals who may have difficulty writing. A total of 32 people revealed their feelings in the booklet, including seven who had never contributed to the "Akanegumo" series before. In late July, Miyajima presented the latest publication to around 200 JAL employees gathered at the airline's headquarters in Tokyo to listen to her lecture on safety. "This is not just about resentment and bitterness," she told them, encouraging the audience to read the booklet. "I hope you will see a light for the future." In her essay, Miyajima, 78, writes about the helpless rage and sorrow she felt for her 9-year-old son, Ken, who died in the accident on Aug. 12, 1985. She also writes about her commitment to "forever keeping alive the memory of those who perished in the sunset sky" and her gratitude to those who have supported her. On the day of the accident, Miyajima saw Ken off at Haneda airport in Tokyo as he boarded the ill-fated flight to Osaka to visit relatives. His solo plane trip was a reward from his parents for swimming 25 meters in a pool for the first time. Approximately 12 minutes after takeoff, the flight crew lost control of the Boeing 747 and it slammed 32 minutes later into a mountain in Gunma Prefecture, which came to be called Osutaka Ridge. The accident stemmed from a faulty repair of the plane's rear pressure bulkhead seven years earlier following a tail-strike incident during landing. According to the accident investigation report, the bulkhead ruptured, blowing off the aircraft's vertical stabilizer and destroying its hydraulic lines. Only parts of Ken's body including his right hand were retrieved and returned to his family. Miyajima, who described herself as an "ordinary housewife" before the crash, became a powerful advocate for air safety and better assistance for victims of public transportation accidents after her son's death. Her group's persistent calls to preserve the wreckage of the crashed plane were successful when, in 2006, JAL opened its Safety Promotion Center, which displays parts of the crashed aircraft as well as other debris, and actual notes and photos of the final messages written by those on board. The center, located near Haneda airport, is used for the education of JAL Group employees and is open to the public. The facility inspired European aircraft manufacturer Airbus SE to open its own safety center in 2023, which showcases lessons learned from past accidents. During her July lecture, Miyajima praised the response to an incident in which a JAL jetliner collided with a coast guard plane at Haneda airport in January 2024, with all 379 passengers and crew evacuated from the burning JAL plane in what some foreign media outlets called a "miracle." Miyajima noted that continual training was likely behind the swift evacuation but emphasized that safety also relies on individual mindsets and the importance of being open to varying points of view. "I sometimes felt that JAL employees were shunning the bereaved families, which hurt my feelings because it made me think that the company was made up of people who were all the same, lacking individuality," she said. "But -- although it took quite a while -- there have been employees thought about safety with us and walked alongside us," she said. "As the 41st year begins, let's work together to create safety."
Cision Canada
5 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Argenta Silver Announces Closing of Bought Deal Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of C$15 Million
TSX-V:AGAG VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Argenta Silver Corp. (TSXV: AGAG) (FSE: T1K) (" Argenta" or the " Company") is pleased to announce the closing of its previously announced "bought deal" private placement (the " Offering") for gross proceeds of C$15,000,000, which includes the exercise in full of the over-allotment option. Pursuant to the Offering, the Company sold 37,500,000 units of the Company (each, a " Unit") at a price of C$0.40 per Unit (the " Offering Price"). Red Cloud Securities Inc. (" Red Cloud") acted as sole underwriter and bookrunner under the Offering. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (each, a " Common Share") and one-half of one transferable common share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a " Warrant"). Each whole Warrant entitles the holder to purchase one Common Share (each, a " Warrant Share") at a price of C$0.60 at any time on or before August 12, 2028. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the Offering for the exploration and advancement of the Company's 100% owned El Quevar Project in Salta Province, Argentina as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes. As consideration for their services under the Offering, Red Cloud received aggregate cash fees of C$801,180 and 2,002,950 non-transferable common share purchase warrants (the " Broker Warrants"). Each Broker Warrant is exercisable into one Common Share at the Offering Price at any time on or before August 12, 2028. The closing of the Offering remains subject to the final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange (the " TSX-V"). The securities issued pursuant to the Offering are subject to a hold period in accordance with applicable Canadian securities law, expiring four months and one day following the issue date, being December 13, 2025. Early Warning The Company further announces that Mr. Frank Giustra acquired ownership of 450,000 Units of the Company pursuant to the Offering, representing 450,000 Common Shares and 225,000 Warrants. As reported in the last early warning report filed on January 29, 2025, Mr. Giustra had indirect ownership and/or control over an aggregate of 25,540,000 Common Shares and 3,425,000 common share purchase warrants of the Company, representing 15.09% of the outstanding Common Shares and 16.78% on a partially diluted basis, assuming the exercise of 3,425,000 warrants. Mr. Giustra now has indirect ownership and/or control over an aggregate of 27,490,000 Common Shares and 3,650,000 common share purchase warrants of the Company, representing, as a result of the dilution from the Offering and various exercises of convertible securities, a decrease to 11.34% of the outstanding Common Shares and 12.66% on a partially diluted basis, assuming the exercise of 3,650,000 warrants. Mr. Giustra acquired the above-mentioned securities for investment purposes, and may in the future acquire or dispose of securities of the Company, through the market, privately or otherwise, as circumstances or market conditions warrant. A copy of the Early Warning Report filed by Mr. Giustra may be obtained from the Company's SEDAR profile. Certain insiders of the Company subscribed for a total of 666,000 Units which constitutes a "related party transaction" for the purposes of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (" MI 61-101"). The Company is exempt from the requirements to obtain a formal valuation or minority shareholder approval in reliance on sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101, as neither the fair market value of the securities issued to the Insiders nor the fair market value of the consideration for the securities issued to the Insiders exceeds 25% of the Company's market capitalization as calculated in accordance with MI 61-101. The Company did not file a material change report containing all of the disclosure required by MI 61-101 more than 21 days before the expected closing date of the offerings as the aforementioned insider participation had not been confirmed at that time and the Company wished to close the offerings as expeditiously as possible. About the El Quevar Project The El Quevar Project is located in Salta, Argentina and spans an area of 57,000 hectares. The property remains underexplored with less than 3% of the area covered with comprehensive exploration work. The property boasts exceptional infrastructure with over 60 km of internal roads, a fully owned, fully operational camp for 100 workers with multiple support buildings, and a railroad, gas pipeline and service road just 3 km from camp, while a high–voltage transmission line lies approximately 20 km from the exploration area. The robust infrastructure associated with the project provides a cost-effective platform to de–risk and accelerate future drilling and development. The foundational Mineral Resource Estimate of the Yaxtché deposit boasts an indicated mineral resource of 45.3 million ounces of silver from 2.93 million tonnes grading 482 g/t Ag, and an inferred resource of 4.1 million ounces from 0.31 million tonnes grading 417 g/t Ag (1). The mineral resource area remains open at depth and in multiple directions, particularly to the southeast and northwest. One of the objectives of the ongoing 2025 Winter Drilling Program is to specifically target and expand these high-grade Yaxtché zones. The mineralization at the Yaxtché deposit is defined as a silver rich, high to intermediate-sulphidation epithermal system with associated gold. Mineralization is controlled by NW-SE and NE-SW fault structures and is mainly hosted in brecciated zones and dacite domes. Silver minerals at Yaxtché consist of complex silver sulphides, sulphosalts and native silver. These minerals are found within silicified breccias, commonly appearing as veinlets, stockworks, disseminations, and breccia fillings. Qualified Person Rob van Egmond, a "qualified person" as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information contained in this news release. Rob van Egmond, has visited the El Quevar Project and is not independent of the Company. (1) Refer to NI43-101 technical report with effective date of September 30, 2024, titled "NI 43-101 Technical Report on the Mineral Resource Estimate of the El Quevar Project Salta Province, Argentina", posted on under Argenta Silver Corp. About Argenta Silver Corp. Argenta Silver Corp. is a silver exploration company committed to (or- "focused on") advancing projects that support the global energy transition. Our mission is to create sustainable, long-term value for shareholders by acquiring and developing high-potential silver assets in mining-friendly jurisdictions across Latin America. Led by an experienced management team with deep expertise in exploration, finance, and project development, Argenta emphasizes responsible mining practices and is well-positioned to meet the rising demand for silver — a critical metal in renewable energy and emerging technologies. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful, including any of the securities in the United States of America. The securities referred to in this news release have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the " U.S. Securities Act"); or any U.S. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons, absent registration or any applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable U.S. state securities laws. On behalf of Argenta Silver Corp. "Joaquín Marias" President and Chief Executive Officer Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its regulation services provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Forward Looking Information Certain statements and information herein contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward looking information in this news release includes, but is not limited to, the intended use of proceeds of the Offering and the final approval of the Offering and Pro Rata Investment by the TSX-V. Although management of the Company believe that the assumptions made and the expectations represented by such statements or information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that forward-looking statements or information herein will prove to be accurate. Forward-looking statements and information by their nature are based on assumptions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. These risk factors include, but are not limited to: exploration and development of the El Quevar project may not result in any commercially successful outcome for the Company; risks associated with the business of the Company; business and economic conditions in the mining industry generally; changes in general economic conditions or conditions in the financial markets; changes in laws (including regulations respecting mining concessions); and other risk factors as detailed from time to time. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. SOURCE Argenta Silver Corp.
The Mainichi
5 days ago
- General
- The Mainichi
Aging kin of 1985 JAL jet crash victims leaving messages for future
UENO (Kyodo) -- The steady passing of aging relatives of the victims of the 1985 Japan Airlines jumbo jet crash has been sad to watch for Kuniko Miyajima, a leading advocate for those who lost loved ones in the world's deadliest single-aircraft accident. But on its 40th anniversary, Miyajima's dedication to remembering the tragedy through her support group remains steadfast, especially in the interest of future air safety. In its first essay collection in a decade, her group self-published a booklet in mid-July in which dozens of its members record their emotional journeys and still-vivid memories of those they lost in hopes that it will provide valuable life lessons. "Telling our stories requires forcing our emotions out and it always carries a bit of pain. But safety is something we must build together, rather than just pray or wish for," writes the association of bereaved families. "Not forgetting the feelings helps strengthen safety culture." Preserving the memories of the accident remains challenging, both among the public and within Japan Airlines Co. As of the end of March, only 0.1 percent of employees had been with the company since the disaster. Including those rehired after reaching retirement age, the percentage is 3.6, according to JAL. The association released a collection of memoirs nearly every year until the 30th anniversary, titled "Akanegumo" (Red Cloud). The title refers to the sunset glow that passengers and crew aboard JAL Flight 123 would have seen on the evening flight before the crash, which claimed the lives of all but four of the 524 on board. In the new booklet, "After the Red Cloud," Machiko Taniguchi, 77, writes about how she still misses her husband, who died in the tragedy at the age of 40. She vows to continue her efforts to pass down her family's story through an illustrated book she created. Kimi Ozawa, whose 29-year-old husband died while she was pregnant with their child, writes, "Our son and his wife are now showing me a world I had hoped to walk through with you. They are beaming and, in them, I see reflections of ourselves." "Another year begins, and I will try to live -- please watch me, like you've always done," she adds. Some of the victims' offspring also contributed. Masayoshi Yamamoto, who was 5 when his father died in the crash, says he is happy watching his own children grow up. However, he cannot help but think, "If only my father were alive." Yamamoto reaches out to younger generations through a manga portraying the accident on social media. He says he wishes to preserve the lessons learned, especially as the anniversary makes him think more about aging families and fading memories. Many contributors felt the significance of recording their thoughts as they looked beyond the 40th anniversary, said Miyajima. An unexpectedly large number of essays were submitted, including some from elderly individuals who may have difficulty writing. A total of 32 people revealed their feelings in the booklet, including seven who had never contributed to the "Akanegumo" series before. In late July, Miyajima presented the latest publication to around 200 JAL employees gathered at the airline's headquarters in Tokyo to listen to her lecture on safety. "This is not just about resentment and bitterness," she told them, encouraging the audience to read the booklet. "I hope you will see a light for the future." In her essay, Miyajima, 78, writes about the helpless rage and sorrow she felt for her 9-year-old son, Ken, who died in the accident on Aug. 12, 1985. She also writes about her commitment to "forever keeping alive the memory of those who perished in the sunset sky" and her gratitude to those who have supported her. On the day of the accident, Miyajima saw Ken off at Haneda airport in Tokyo as he boarded the ill-fated flight to Osaka to visit relatives. His solo plane trip was a reward from his parents for swimming 25 meters in a pool for the first time. Approximately 12 minutes after takeoff, the flight crew lost control of the Boeing 747 and it slammed 32 minutes later into a mountain in Gunma Prefecture, which came to be called Osutaka Ridge. The accident stemmed from a faulty repair of the plane's rear pressure bulkhead seven years earlier following a tail-strike incident during landing. According to the accident investigation report, the bulkhead ruptured, blowing off the aircraft's vertical stabilizer and destroying its hydraulic lines. Only parts of Ken's body including his right hand were retrieved and returned to his family. Miyajima, who described herself as an "ordinary housewife" before the crash, became a powerful advocate for air safety and better assistance for victims of public transportation accidents after her son's death. Her group's persistent calls to preserve the wreckage of the crashed plane were successful when, in 2006, JAL opened its Safety Promotion Center, which displays parts of the crashed aircraft as well as other debris, and actual notes and photos of the final messages written by those on board. The center, located near Haneda airport, is used for the education of JAL Group employees and is open to the public. The facility inspired European aircraft manufacturer Airbus SE to open its own safety center in 2023, which showcases lessons learned from past accidents. During her July lecture, Miyajima praised the response to an incident in which a JAL jetliner collided with a coast guard plane at Haneda airport in January 2024, with all 379 passengers and crew evacuated from the burning JAL plane in what some foreign media outlets called a "miracle." Miyajima noted that continual training was likely behind the swift evacuation but emphasized that safety also relies on individual mindsets and the importance of being open to varying points of view. "I sometimes felt that JAL employees were shunning the bereaved families, which hurt my feelings because it made me think that the company was made up of people who were all the same, lacking individuality," she said. "But -- although it took quite a while -- there have been employees thought about safety with us and walked alongside us," she said. "As the 41st year begins, let's work together to create safety." (By Miya Tanaka)
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
RedCloud Delivers Stellar Year-Over-Year Customer Growth In H1 With Positive Retailer Purchasing Behavior
LONDON, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RedCloud Holdings plc ('RCT') ('RedCloud' or the 'Company') today announces positive year-over-year customer growth numbers across its markets with a growing appetite for bulk trade between distributors, while also making positive progress on key retailer purchasing metrics. During the first half of 2025, the Company more than doubled its active retailer base to 68,089 customers, from 32,405 for the same period last year, representing growth of 110%. For the same period, the Company's active distributor customers increased by 136% year over year to 1,017, from 431 during the same period in the previous year. The increase in customer numbers brings greater diversity of inventory data sets gathered on the RedAI Trading Platform, further deepening the quality of data, market insights and trade intelligence for the Company's customers to grow and improve their business performance. In addition to customer growth as a sign of progress, the Company closely monitors purchasing trends within its retailer base through the Red101 app, with the intention of maximizing choice and flexibility for its retail customers. Comparing the first half of 2025 to the same period last year, the Company reports a 214% increase in orders containing multiple brands - demonstrating the Company's ability to improve both consistent supply and assortment for retailers, while bringing opportunities for brands and distributors to reach new customers through the Red101 app. 'Today we are proud to announce solid growth in customer numbers in the first half of 2025, alongside encouraging buying behavior from retailers across adjacent categories and from alternative distributors. Metrics around customer behavior are strong indicators of how the RedAI Trading Platform and Red101 app deliver transparency and choice to supply chains – such as the ability for retailers to choose more products from the best local distributors, in quantities they need and at competitive prices,' commented Justin Floyd, Co-Founder & CEO of RedCloud. 'We are proud of the growth we continue to deliver and are thankful to our customers for joining us on the open commerce journey. When combined with initiatives such as the recently launched TradeX bulk trading program, we remain extremely confident about progress towards our mission to deliver the new operating system for global FMCG trade.' About RedCloud Holdings plc RedCloud has developed and operates the RedCloud trading platform (the 'Platform'), that facilitates the trading of everyday consumer supplies of fast-moving consumer goods ('FMCG') products across business supply chains. RedCloud believes its Platform solves a decades old problem of how to unlock and enable access to key purchase and sales data between brands, distributors and retailers in high growth consumer markets. Through RedCloud's Platform, retailers are enabled to use data driven insights backed by artificial intelligence ('AI') to help make faster and easier business-to-business ('B2B') purchases and inventory decisions from brands and distributors by breaking down complex purchasing behaviors of large product inventory catalogues. For more information about RedCloud and its Platform, please visit and connect on LinkedIn. Forward-Looking Statements The information in this press release may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance. When used in this press release, words such as 'expect,' 'project,' 'estimate,' 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'intend,' 'plan,' 'seek,' 'forecast,' 'target,' 'predict,' 'may,' 'should,' 'would,' 'could,' and 'will,' the negative of these terms and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions, and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict, including, but not limited to,the continued growth of the Company's customer base, customers' purchasing behavior and requisite needs, the Company's ability to continue to provide distributors and retailers with adequate resources to conduct their business and the effectiveness of collected data through the RedAI Trading Platform to provide transparency and choice to supply chains. As a result, actual results could differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements. When considering these forward-looking statements, you should keep in mind the risk factors and other cautionary statements in RedCloud's described in 'Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements,' 'Item 3. Key Information – D. Risk Factors' and 'Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects' in RedCloud's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') on May 16, 2025, as well as other documents filed by the Company with the SEC. RedCloud undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after this press release. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Information contained on, or that can be accessed through, the Company's website or any other website or any social media is expressly not incorporated by reference into and is not a part of this press release. Contacts: Investor RelationsRyan Media RelationsJames McCarthymedia@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
