1 hour ago Air traffic controller shortage leads to delays at Vancouver airport

The agency that provides air traffic control for Canada's airports is warning travellers at Vancouver's airport of flight delays over what it says are "resource constraints."

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9 h. ago Here's how you can watch the federal election debates in Canada this week

The big debate between the federal party leaders is set to take place this week.Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet will take part in two debates.A French-language debate will be held on Wednesday, April 16 at 6 p.m. ET and be moderated by Radio-Canada's Patrice Roy. One day later, on April 17 at 7 p.m. ET, an English debate will take place with TVO's Steve Paikin serving as moderator. Both will be broadcast live from Montreal's Maison de Radio-Canada atrium. Both will run for two hours without commercials.If you're interested in tuning in, the process is pretty simple, with many broadcasters set to air the events. This includes:CBC — CBCnews.ca, CBC News app (Android/iOS), CBC Gem, CBC’s YouTube channelCPAC — CPAC YouTube channelCTV — CTVNews.ca, the CTV News app (Android/iOS), CTV News YouTube channelGlobal News —...

Politics

9 h. ago Dubai AI Week 2025 to Host World’s Largest Generative AI Championship with $272K Prize

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai is set to unite the global AI ecosystem and advance its future-readiness during a bold exploration of how artificial intelligence is reshaping our world at Dubai AI Week, taking place April 21 to 25. The inaugural event will bring together over 10,000 participants, AI pioneers and policymakers from 100 […]

Economics

11 h. ago Nvidia says new controls on AI chip exports will cost it US$5.5B

Shares in computer chip makers slumped after Nvidia said tighter U.S. controls on exports of computer chips used for artificial intelligence will cost it an extra $5.5 billion.

Economics

34 h. ago NIQ Unveils BASES AI Screener: Helping CPG Brands Thrive in the Age of Hyper

A real-time, AI-powered idea screening tool built for today’s fast-paced innovation cycles Synthetic survey panels offering quick, low-cost idea testing Combines NIQ panel data with Generative AI to deliver consumer insights reflecting real market trends CHICAGO — NielsenIQ (NIQ), a leader in consumer intelligence, officially launched BASES AI Screener, combining NIQ’s expansive consumer panel datasets, […]

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36 h. ago Israeli airstrike hits hospital entrance in Gaza, killing medic and wounding 9 other people

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — An Israeli airstrike hit the northern gate of a field hospital in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, killing a medic and wounding nine other people, a spokesman for the hospital said. The strike hit the Kuwaiti Field Hospital in the Muwasi area, where hundreds of thousands have sought shelter in […]

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45 h. ago Several incoming flights delayed at Vancouver International Airport

YVR asks passengers to check their incoming flight status before coming to the airport

Society

49 h. ago Aissatou Diallo's bus driving skills raised early concerns, inquest hears

The inquest heard Aissatou Diallo, in her training session, scored ones and twos on all of the relevant skills being assessed. A one meant the skill was performed improperly or unsafely.

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58 h. ago Future legislation compensating news outlets for content must account for AI

Calculating compensation is tricky as publishers don't know how much of their content has been used by AI companies

Economics

58 h. ago A Canadian tech company is using AI to help woman navigate menopause

While menopause can seem overwhelming for some, a new app founded in Montreal is hoping to use AI to help women navigate the experience.

Economics

3 d. ago Noisemakers banned from two B.C. hockey arenas after air horn dispute leaves man seriously injured

The incident at Fruitvale's Beaver Valley Arena left a fan with two crushed kneecaps and torn tendons in his arms. One man has since been arrested.

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3 d. ago Noisemakers banned from two B.C. hockey arenas after violent air horn dispute

The incident at Fruitvale's Beaver Valley Arena left a fan with two crushed kneecaps and torn tendons in his arms. One man has since been arrested.

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3 d. ago Poilievre promises tougher ethics rules, takes aim at Carney’s assets

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising to tighten financial transparency rules for elected officials — and is using that promise to take aim at Liberal Leader Mark Carney. Poilievre told a press conference in Ottawa on Sunday that if his party forms government, he’ll ban what he calls “shadow lobbying.” “We will eliminate […]

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3 d. ago AI’s use of news content needs to be factored into future legislation, researchers suggest

Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy suggest news outlets are better off pursuing collective, rather than individual, deals with AI companies

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3 d. ago Future legislation compensating news outlets for content must account for AI: report

TORONTO — Canadian researchers say any future legislation meant to level the playing field between Big Tech and journalism organizations must account for generative artificial intelligence. The experts behind a new report analyzing Canada’s Online News Act say it’s important for the popular technology to figure into future policies because the news industry’s battleground for […]

Economics

4 d. ago AHS reports four new central Alberta measles cases; one linked to Edmonton flight

Alberta Health Services has released a public warning after detecting four new measles cases, including one linked to Edmonton International Airport. In a news release Friday evening, AHS said four new cases have been reported in central Alberta, including one person on an Edmonton to Mexico flight on April 2 who may have infected others. […]

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5 d. ago Cannabis Retailers Across Canada Are Hiring AI Employees for Their Safety

TORONTO — Cannabis retailers across Canada are transforming their security strategies by hiring AI employees to protect their businesses, staff, and customers. Facing rising threats of break-ins, internal theft, and complex compliance demands, cannabis stores are turning to Ranger — an AI security employee by ArcadianAI that autonomously monitors properties 24/7 with unmatched precision and […]

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5 d. ago P.E.I. tables similar bill to Nova Scotia aimed at reducing trade barriers

Regulations for the bill are to be developed in consultation with industry and professions

Economics

5 d. ago ImmunoPrecise Antibodies Highlights Alignment of Proprietary AI

AUSTIN, Texas — ImmunoPrecise Antibodies Ltd. (IPA) (NASDAQ: IPA) a leader in AI-driven biotherapeutics, today announced its strong support for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recent decision to phase out animal testing requirements for monoclonal antibodies and other pharmaceutical products. The FDA’s announcement marks a significant advancement in regulatory modernization and aligns fully […]

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5 d. ago Predictmedix AI Screening Technology Emerges as Strategic Asset Amid FDA’s Regulatory Shift Away from Animal Testing

TORONTO — Predictmedix AI Inc. (CSE: PMED) (OTC: PMEDF) (FRA: 3QP) (“Predictmedix” or the “Company”), a leading provider in AI-driven health and safety solutions, welcomes the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) groundbreaking move to phase out mandatory animal testing in drug development. As the pharmaceutical and biotech industries pivot toward more ethical and technologically […]

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