Over the Christmas break some EV charging facilities had the expected queues during peak times. This also happens at fuel stations, but that’s not going to stop some sections of the media highlighting the EV issue while overlooking the rest. Let’s be very clear though, this is predominantly a human issue, rather than an EV […]
Canada court approves class action alleging discrimination in Facebook ads
MONTRAL, Canada -A Canadian court of appeal will allow a class action suit to be brought by social media users accusing Facebook of age, gender and race discrimination in online advertisements, the plaintiffs’ lawyer said Wednesday. The class action could see the social media giant paying damages to thousands of residents in Canada’s Quebec province […]
Cricket-Australia 479-7 at lunch after early Nortje blitz
Anrich Nortje struck twice in two balls as South Africa rallied with four wickets early on day three of the second test but Australia pushed their lead to an imposing 290 runs by lunch on Wednesday. Australia were 479 for seven at the break in reply to South Africa’s 189, with wicketkeeper Alex Carey 62 […]
Officials blame access-to-information request delays on staff shortages, backlog
Senior officials from four different federal departments told a House of Commons committee Monday that their access-to-information units are plagued by chronic staff shortages, outdated technology and pandemic-created backlogs. These same issues came up repeatedly in the testimony of directors from the RCMP, Public Safety Canada, Global Affairs Canada and the Privy Council Office. Each […]
Sydney office vacancy rate could increase to 20 per cent with hiring expected to slow
Drops in demand in the tech industry and decreased hiring prospects have led to fears Sydney’s office vacancy rate could increase to 20 per cent by 2026. Analysts from the Macquarie Group used survey results from more than 129 recruiters to measure sentiment on whether employers were looking to expand their office holdings in the […]
6 Government Of Canada Jobs You Can Apply To Right Now & Earn Over $150,000 A Yearn
If you’ve been on the hunt for a job with the Government of Canada, then we’ve got you covered. The federal government is currently hiring for many roles with salaries ranging from $150,000 to $266,800. Positions are available in several departments including Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the National Research Council Canada, and the Public Health […]
How to live on the beach for ‘free’
There’s a handful of people able to live with waterfront views of some of Australia’s best beaches, and they don’t have to fork over a huge mortgage or rent. Zac Cracknell is one of few live-in caretakers left at surf clubs around New South Wales. The 32-year-old trades his work for accommodation at Bilgola Surf […]
Northern Manitoba Oji-Cree rapper Mattmac wins Canada’s Walk of Fame emerging artist grand prize
An Oji-Cree artist from Garden Hill First Nation in northern Manitoba who is making waves across the country is now being recognized as one of Canada’s best young musicians. Matthew Monias, also known by his stage name Mattmac, is the grand prize winner of Canada’s Walk of Fame RBC Emerging Musician Program. “Receiving this award has […]
Library learning commons accessible for students
The image of a library as solely a silent study space is beginning to shift. And at Richmond schools that shift is no different, with many transforming into “library learning commons” that act as information hubs. “If you think of a traditional library as a place you would go to get a book or maybe […]
What Melbourne Airport’s T3 changes mean for Virgin Australia flyers
Melbourne Airport’s ambitious plan to link Terminals 3 and 4 has finally come to fruition, and with it some significant changes for Virgin Australia passengers, including a removal of T3 security – funnelling all via T4 instead – and airside access to the lounge. The reconfiguration is a key element of the hub’s $30 million […]