Monthly Archives: January 2024

U.S. trade officials among those concerned about Quebec’s new French-language sign rules

Quebec predicts it will cost businesses provincewide $7 million to $15 million, but there is a long list of big box storefronts with dozens of locations that appear to be non-compliant and in need of either retrofitting or all new … Continue reading

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More upheaval for global shipping as Panama Canal cuts traffic due to drought

One of the most severe droughts to ever hit Panama has stirred chaos in the 80-kilometre route, causing a traffic jam of vessels.

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Canadian-built underwater observatory transmitting data from around Antarctica

A cache of scientific equipment that could fit in the back of an SUV has been lowered into the sea north of the Antarctic Peninsula, and is already streaming open-source data for anyone wanting to monitor the Southern Ocean’s health.

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One small step toward solar power from space a success

As a recent space solar power mission comes to an end, more scientists are looking at this technology as a viable option that could help end our power woes.

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How scientists tracked the 1,000 km journey of a woolly mammoth using its tusk

The new study, published Wednesday in the peer-reviewed journal Science Advances, follows the journey of the mammoth, named Elma, from western Yukon to the interior of Alaska where she likely lived side by side with people.

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Mass layoffs at Sports Illustrated cast doubt on future of storied magazine

Sports Illustrated is planning to lay off possibly all of its union-represented workers after its publisher, the Arena Group, lost its licence to produce the magazine.

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How technology is helping municipalities crack down on illegal short-term rentals

While local governments across Canada have implemented regulation limiting short-term rentals, many owners still flout the rules — and finding those properties can be a challenge given most listings don’t include an address.

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Sperm whales live in clan systems similar to early humans, Dalhousie study says

New research from a professor at Dalhousie University shows that sperm whales live in distinct clans with thousands of members.

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Island ‘mushroom nerds’ selling locally prepared at-home grow kits

Formally uncommon varieties of mushrooms have grown in popularity recently, and now P.E.I. fungi lovers can grow them at home with a little help.

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These fast food jobs are going to robots

As companies cope with worker shortages and higher labour costs, robots are showing up behind the counter at many big fast food chains.

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