Tech Hubs Are Losing the Talent War to Everywhere Else
December 23, 2023
As the tech industry grows up, talent and funding are spreading out. That’s bolstering smaller cities all across the country.
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Tech companies like Google and Meta made cuts to DEI programs in 2023 after big promises in prior years
December 23, 2023
After vocal commitments following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, DEI programs in the tech industry are in broad retreat.
Buy this Chinese internet stock that has suffered a sell-off, Morgan Stanley says
December 23, 2023
Despite troubles in Friday trading, the investment bank thinks the stock is a good pick.
The Fight Over Apple’s iMessage and Those Green Bubbles
December 23, 2023
Apple has worked to block the Beeper Android app for users, but it plans to adopt a more Android-friendly texting standard alongside iMessage.
What TikTok Is Showing America’s Youth About the War in Gaza
December 22, 2023
The popular app can feed young users a stream of intense, polarized and hard-to-verify videos about the Israel-Hamas war.
Security Council adopts key resolution on Gaza crisis
December 22, 2023
The Security Council has adopted a resolution on the ongoing crisis in Gaza, with 13 votes in favour, and the US and Russia abstaining. The resolution, among other points, demands immediate, safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance at sc...
Gaza crisis: Starvation must never be allowed to happen, says UN rights chief
December 22, 2023
As the Security Council prepared to meet once again in New York on Friday for a long-delayed vote on a pause in fighting to allow more aid into Gaza, UN rights chief Volker Türk added his voice to deep concerns over the rising threat of famine across t...
Dengue spike fuels concerns of public health threat in previously untouched countries: WHO
December 22, 2023
This year's surprising spike in dengue infections globally represents a potentially high public health threat, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday.
World News in Brief: UN chief shocked by Czech mass shooting, UNICEF appeal for West and Central Africa, world leaders urged to heed climate science
December 22, 2023
The UN Secretary-General has reiterated his full solidarity with the people and Government of the Czech Republic in the wake of the mass shooting at the Charles University in Prague on Thursday.
Humanitarian ceasefire only way to end Gaza ‘nightmare’: Guterres
December 22, 2023
UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed hope that a Security Council resolution to get more aid into Gaza, adopted on Friday, could pave the way to a humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
China’s EV and chip giants need workers — not necessarily college grads
December 22, 2023
China's vocational school push is producing workers the country's electric car and semiconductor industries want to hire.
Activision and California Agency File Settlement of Gender Discrimination Claims
December 22, 2023
State withdraws claims of sexual harassment as Activision agrees to pay nearly $55 million while denying wrongdoing.
Booking, Agoda or Expedia? A review of 200,000 hotel searches shows which has the best rates
December 22, 2023
RatePunk's data showed that Agoda had the lowest hotel rates in Asia and Middle East, while Booking.com had the best rates in Europe, and Priceline in the U.S.
How to Make Your Phone Last Forever: 6 Simple Tips
December 21, 2023
OK, maybe not ‘forever,’ but the average American phone is only used for 2½ years. This guide could help you keep yours working a lot longer.
‘Genuine progress’ towards political solution, essential to end war in Syria: UN envoy
December 21, 2023
The year 2023 has presented more challenges for Syria, marked by devastating earthquakes, escalating humanitarian needs and the most severe fighting in years, the UN’s envoy for the country said on Thursday.
UPDATED: Injured patients ‘waiting to die’ in northern Gaza as last hospital shuts down, amid rising ‘catastrophic’ hunger levels
December 21, 2023
There are no functioning hospitals in the north of Gaza and injured patients who need surgery and cannot be moved are “waiting to die”, the UN health agency said on Thursday, in a plea for a ceasefire to allow more aid into the shattered enclave.
Gaza: UN expert on sexual violence in conflict reiterates grave concern for hostages
December 21, 2023
The UN expert working to end rape during wartime remains gravely concerned for the safety and well-being of hostages still being held by Hamas militants, especially the 15 women captives, 75 days after the extremist group’s brutal incursion into southe...
World News in Brief: Latest Sudan fighting displaces thousands, second malaria vaccine, Russian dissidents ‘disappeared’
December 21, 2023
The latest surge in fighting in Sudan has displaced up to 300,000 people as conflict spread to the country’s second largest city, Wad Madani, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said on Thursday.
Stories from the UN Archive: Audrey Hepburn on children’s rights
December 21, 2023
Following the Second World War, acclaimed actor Audrey Hepburn survived on aid supplies from the United Nations during her own childhood in Europe, and as a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), she travelled to virtually every regio...
Houthi attacks rocking Red Sea trade routes likely won’t end anytime soon. Here’s what can happen next
December 21, 2023
Yemen's Houthis have made clear their intention of targeting Israeli ships and any ships headed to or from Israel, in retaliation for the country's war in Gaza.
Lifelong El Paso resident says locals increasingly supporting Trump as border crisis hits new peak
December 21, 2023
Judy Gutierrez joined "Fox & Friends" to discuss how residents in her community feel about the crisis at the southern border and how this could turn voters to Trump.
Colorado’s Trump ban: An anti-democratic move in the name of democracy
December 21, 2023
The Colorado Supreme Court made a historic ruling against former President Trump using a Civil War era constitutional amendment, but that isn't stopping his 2024 momentum.
‘I am a mother and cannot bring my son home’: Thousands of Ukrainian POWs are missing months after capture
December 21, 2023
Over 4,000 Ukrainians are still being held as prisoners of war in Russia and many families have not heard from their loved ones in one and a half years.
China revokes Taiwan tariff concessions, piles on pressure ahead of elections in the island
December 21, 2023
Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party-led government has often accused Beijing of election interference.
CNBC Daily Open: Worst day in months for markets as FedEx slumps
December 21, 2023
FedEx’s performance is often seen as a bellwether for the general economy. So, when FedEx issued disappointing earnings, it was a warning for investors.
Toyota shares slide 4% after vehicle recall, Daihatsu safety issues
December 21, 2023
Japanese automaker Toyota led losses on the Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index Thursday, closing lower by 4%.
S&P 500 futures climb after the index’s worst session since September: Live updates
December 21, 2023
The three major indexes are coming off a losing day as the market's hot streak took a breather.
What Colorado’s Supreme Court refuses to understand about Trump and the 14th Amendment
December 21, 2023
On Tuesday, the Colorado Supreme Court issued a decision to block former President Trump from the ballot in the 2024 election.
Colorado measles case confirmed days after international traveler flew into Denver airport
December 21, 2023
Health officials in Colorado have confirmed a positive measles case days after an international traveler flew into Denver International Airport.
Singapore’s latest Covid spike may be peaking, but don’t stop vaccinating, health minister says
December 21, 2023
Singapore's health minister has urged the public to continue receiving Covid vaccinations as cases in the city state remain high.
On this day in history, December 21, 1945, Gen. Patton dies in Germany after he was paralyzed in auto crash
December 21, 2023
General George S. Patton was paralyzed in an auto accident in Germany on Dec. 9, 1945, and died in a Heidelberg hospital 12 days later. His death spared conspiracy theories.
What happened to… the 2011 Vancouver riots?
December 21, 2023
On this episode of 'What happened to…?', Erica Vella revisits the 2011 Vancouver riots that erupted downtown following the Canucks loss in the Stanley Cup final.
GREG GUTFELD: Colorado Supreme Court’s ‘unprecedented’ Trump ruling opened Pandora’s Box
December 21, 2023
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld says the Supreme Court is "on notice" following the Colorado Supreme Court's "unprecedented" decision to disqualify former President Donald Trump from its ballot on "Gutfeld!"
Cheer Board suspends all hamper applications for first time ever
December 21, 2023
With demand at an all-time high, Winnipeg's Christmas Cheer Board will no longer take applications for hampers this year.
These are the 10 highest-grossing movies of 2023: ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ are in the top 3
December 21, 2023
Of the 10 highest-grossing films of the year, half are sequels.
Fee inflation pushing many kids out of sports, B.C. non-profit warns
December 21, 2023
Athletics for Kids provides grants of up to $450 per child per year to cover the cost of registration fees for a variety of sports.
Langley RCMP need help identifying senior in critical condition after Monday crash
December 21, 2023
RCMP are asking for the public's help to identify a pedestrian who was struck in Langley on Monday afternoon.
Health minister defends film shoot at Peace Arch Hospital
December 21, 2023
On Wednesday, Health Minister Adrian Dix said the green light for the shoot was a rarity, and that "a single room" which was unused at the time was involved.