94 minutes ago Despite overwhelming hype, Jabra research finds only 26% of office workers use AI in daily work

Workplaces believe in the power of AI, with 84% of leaders saying AI can enhance work, but 82% are unprepared for integration of the tech into the workplace 90% of knowledge workers wouldn’t trust AI for tasks that require human judgement or creativity Workers are equally not using AI in their personal lives, with only […]

Society

98 minutes ago Westheimer: Keeping students from political events undercuts their civic education

Early exposure to social movements can inspire students to become thoughtful, engaged citizens. But it isn’t easy to teach this well, and the role of educators is crucial.

Politics

5 hours ago Stunning $24 million Toronto mansion boasts outrageously fancy underground garage

There are a lot of things $24 million can buy, like an award-winning winery in Tuscany or Cristiano Ronaldo's car collection.It can also buy 80 Chestnut Park Rd., a jaw-dropping custom-built house tucked away on one of Rosedale's most prestigious streets.The four-bedroom, eight-bathroom house is listed for exactly $24,000,000. The foyer. The home, which was designed by Joe Brennan and Ann Johnston, has it all—and then some.The living room with custom Venetian plaster walls. Spanning over 10,000 square feet across four levels, this house is more like an estate than a home.The dining room. You'll notice that no detail has been spared from the moment you set foot inside.The open-concept kitchen and family room. From the custom millwork to the&n...

Economics

7 hours ago B.C. Greens not yet ready for alliance talks over possible NDP minority government: Eby

The initial tally has the David Eby's NDP elected or leading in 46 ridings, John Rustad's B.C. Conservatives elected or leading in 45, and the Greens winning two ridings

Politics

8 hours ago FBI says it’s investigating unauthorized release of documents on Israel’s attack plans

WASHINGTON — The FBI said Tuesday that it is investigating the unauthorized release of classified documents on Israel’s preparation for a potential retaliatory attack on Iran. White House national security spokesman John Kirby said Monday that the Biden administration is still not certain if the classified information was leaked or hacked but that officials don’t […]

Economics

9 hours ago B.C. Election: Who are the two Greens that could hold the balance of power?

The fate of the government could end up in the hands of Jeremy Valeriote and Rob Botterell, two new Green MLAs with a history of advocacy

Politics

10 hours ago The Province is using the Alberta Labour Code to Hammer Down Already Struggling Workers

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Alberta Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade is, again, using an obscure piece of the Alberta Labour Code to restrict the right of education support workers to take job action by imposing a Disputes Inquiry Board (DIB) on CUPE Local 3550. A DIB is not a neutral third party with authority […]

Society

11 hours ago Politicians give early support to big expansion of Hyde Park merchants group

City politicians on Tuesday gave the initial OK to exploring a massive expansion of the Hyde Park business association, but not without skepticism as to how it will operate. Members of council’s planning committee endorsed having city staff and the Hyde Park business improvement area (BIA) explore more than doubling its existing footprint. The proposed […]

Politics

11 hours ago Toronto sports bar gets locked out by landlord and is asking the community for help

A Toronto sports bar that's a community staple is fighting back against a landlord that's trying to boot them out.An instant hit in Parkdale ever since opening its doors in 2022, Peaches Sports Bar is more than just a place to watch the game with your crew; it also just so happens to be one of the (if not the) only queer sports bars in Toronto, holding a safe space for 2SLGBTQ+ sports fans to cheer on their favourite teams.Of course, nearly everyone in the neighbourhood is a fan of Peaches, no matter which way you swing, thanks to their menu of ballpark classics done absolutely right (think hotdogs on housemade buns and crispy-edged smash burgers) and taps representing a slew of local breweries.The epitome of a community hub, Peaches' owners, Veronica and Anthony, seemed prime...

Sport

12 hours ago Owner refuses to shut down haunted house despite complaints its too scary

Despite calls for its closure, the owner of a haunted house in Tennessee — known for “traumatizing” visitors — vows to remain open. McKamey Manor first opened in 2017 in Summertown, Tenn., branding itself an “immersive horror” experience. People who enter are required to sign a 40-page waiver, according to the attraction’s website. Each “tour” […]

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