Mounties probing child’s ‘suspicious’ death at Manitoba First Nation

The government plans to provide a major boost to the domestic semiconductor industry by offering tax incentives for the expansion of production facilities and exempting companies from the gift tax for the transfer of semiconductor manufacturing equipment to specialized foundries. On July 21, the Ministry of Economy and Finance announced a set of measures to support the competitiveness of the domestic semiconductor industry, which included the expansion of tax credits for the construction of semiconductor production facilities and the exemption of gift taxes for the transfer of semiconductor manufacturing equipment to foundries. The government plans to add a new item to the list of eligible facilities for tax credits, which currently includes research and development facilities, data centers, and logistics facilities, among others. Semiconductor production facilities will be eligible for a 15% tax credit for investments made in 2024 and 2025, and 10% for investments made in 2026. In addition, the government will exempt companies from the gift tax for the transfer of semiconductor manufacturing equipment to specialized foundries, such as Trinity Fab, which is currently under construction in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. The tax exemption will apply to equipment transferred to Trinity Fab and other similar facilities, which are expected to play a crucial role in the development of the domestic semiconductor industry. The government plans to implement these measures through revisions to the tax law, which will be submitted to the National Assembly later this year. The Ministry of Economy and Finance said that the measures are aimed at supporting the growth of the domestic semiconductor industry and improving its competitiveness. The government has been actively supporting the semiconductor industry through various measures, including the provision of subsidies and tax incentives. The domestic semiconductor industry has been facing challenges in recent years, including increased competition from overseas companies and rising production costs. The government’s support measures are expected to help domestic semiconductor companies improve their competitiveness and increase their market share. The semiconductor industry is considered a strategic sector for the country’s economic growth, and the government’s support measures are seen as crucial for the industry’s development. The government’s efforts to support the semiconductor industry are also expected to have a positive impact on the country’s economy as a whole. The Ministry of Economy and Finance said that it will continue to monitor the industry’s progress and provide additional support measures as needed. The government’s support for the semiconductor industry is part of its broader efforts to promote economic growth and development. The semiconductor industry is expected to play a key role in the country’s economic growth in the coming years. The government’s measures to support the industry are seen as a positive step towards achieving this goal.

2026-08-12 ·hani.co.kr

Judge dials up two years’ probation for ‘prolific’ 911 harasser

• Kenneth Jarvis, 53, admitted to making nearly 200 harassing 911 calls.
• Crown attorney described Jarvis as a prolific caller causing strain on police.
• Judge sentenced Jarvis to two years' probation and time served for offenses.

2026-08-12 ·winnipegfreepress.com

Another storm, another flood: Some Ottawa residents report second basement flooding this summer

They're asking questions about whether City of Ottawa infrastructure can keep up with the wettest summer on record.

2026-08-12 ·ottawacitizen.com

Ford says it's increasing Lincoln production in the U.S. in 2030

Ford said on Wednesday that it will be increasing production of its Lincoln cars in the U.S. beginning in 2030.

2026-08-12 ·cnbc.com