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CRTC Launches Public Consultation on Google’s Online News Act Exemption Request

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has initiated a public consultation on Google‘s (Nasdaq: GOOG) application for exemption under the Online News Act.  This legislation, which came into effect in December 2023, aims to ensure fair compensation for Canadian news organizations when their content is shared on large online platforms. Google has submitted an […]

Reactions On Biden-Trump Debate: This Is A “Disaster”

In the aftermath of the first presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, reactions have been swift and varied, reflecting the polarized nature of the current political climate. The debate has sparked discussions across the political spectrum, with prominent figures from both parties weighing in on the candidates’ performances. Democrats Vice […]

Biden-Trump Debate Summary: Face-Off Would Make One Ask Why US Only Has To Choose Between These Two

Incoherence or falsehoods: these are essentially the choices an American is likely to have at the polls next year after watching the first general election debate of the 2024 season between U.S. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. The face-off was marked by a series of personal attacks, factual inaccuracies, and tense exchanges. […]

Supreme Court Curtails SEC’s In-House Courts: What It Means for Federal Regulation

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cannot use its in-house courts to resolve certain enforcement disputes, particularly those involving civil penalties for fraud. The 6-3 decision marks a major victory for conservatives who have long argued that federal regulators wield excessive power with insufficient oversight. Chief Justice John […]

Trump’s Debate Cheat Sheet on Climate: Now Available on Truth Social

In a move reminiscent of his previous tenure, former President Donald Trump took to social media on Thursday to share a set of debate talking points on climate policy. The talking points, which appear to have been provided by his former Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator Andrew Wheeler, focus on Trump’s record and criticize President […]

Adam McNamara Takes Aim at Ontario Science Centre Relocation Strategy: “It’s Not About The Building”

In a series of pointed posts on X, entrepreneur Adam McNamara has emerged as a vocal critic of the Ontario government’s plan to relocate the Ontario Science Centre (OSC) to Ontario Place. McNamara’s commentary has brought to light several contentious aspects of the proposal, emphasizing concerns about transparency, financial assumptions, and the future of public […]

Toronto’s Real Estate Market: High Supply, Record-Low Demand, and Dropping Prices

Greater Toronto’s real estate market continues to struggle, with recent data from Altus Group and BILD GTA indicating further declines in new home prices and record-low sales figures for May. The benchmark price for single-family homes fell to $1.61 million, a 7% drop from the previous year, while condominium prices decreased by 5% to $1.04 […]

Canadian Pessimism Peaks: 70% Expect Lower Living Standards for Next Generation

A recent survey conducted by Nanos Research reveals a growing pessimism among Canadians regarding the future standard of living.  The poll, which involved 1,043 participants across Canada, shows that 70% believe the next generation will experience a lower quality of life compared to the present. This marks the highest level of pessimism since the survey […]

South Korean Authorities Shut Down Lithium Battery Plant After Fatal Fire

South Korean authorities have taken swift action following a deadly fire at a lithium battery factory in Hwaseong. Officials on Wednesday ordered the immediate suspension of operations at Aricell, the company at the center of the tragic incident that claimed 23 lives earlier this week. The labor ministry announced the shutdown of Aricell’s sole manufacturing […]

Is Your Chinese-Made EV Spying on You? Canada Weighs Security Concerns

Canada is considering imposing higher tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), mirroring recent actions by the United States and the European Union. While economic factors play a role, national security concerns are at the forefront of this decision. Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced a 30-day consultation process to address what she termed Beijing’s “unfair […]