Quick, which is more Canadian: curling or hockey? It’s curling, hands down. True, in terms of sheer numbers, more people in Canada watch … [Read more...] about Is curling more Canadian than hockey?
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Alcohol makes men more likely to view women as sex objects, study finds
Researchers at the University of Nebraska have confirmed what has been up until now only anecdotally observed: men are more likely to view women as … [Read more...] about Alcohol makes men more likely to view women as sex objects, study finds
Will this viral video finally bring Uber to Vancouver?
It may not be top of mind for every Vancouverite who’s dreaming up their Christmas wishes, but getting Uber up and running sometime in 2018 certainly … [Read more...] about Will this viral video finally bring Uber to Vancouver?
Canada’s drunk driving record is among the worst in the world: report
As Canada prepares to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, public safety advocates are concerned about how the changes will impact impaired … [Read more...] about Canada’s drunk driving record is among the worst in the world: report
What does the U.S. net neutrality battle mean for Canada?
The Trump administration appears likely to repeal its regulations governing net neutrality, to the delight of U.S. internet service providers. … [Read more...] about What does the U.S. net neutrality battle mean for Canada?
This Canadian company is on the forefront of global efforts to stop the next pandemic
A Vancouver-based gene sequencing company is using IBM’s cloud capabilities to revolutionize the diagnostic process, aiming to give physicians … [Read more...] about This Canadian company is on the forefront of global efforts to stop the next pandemic
Early farmers and hunter-gatherers in Europe got along together pretty well, new study says
Scientists have figured out more details about one of human civilization’s most important developments: the transition from hunter-gatherer to … [Read more...] about Early farmers and hunter-gatherers in Europe got along together pretty well, new study says
Four in ten Canadian jobs could be lost to robots: new report
Are you (and your children) ready for the robot invasion? The third wave of automation is already underway and it plans to leave very few economic … [Read more...] about Four in ten Canadian jobs could be lost to robots: new report
Unaffordable: Is high tech turning Toronto into another San Francisco?
The headlines have been juicy for some time now, as Toronto keeps piling up the tech wins, proving why it’s the fastest growing technology hub in … [Read more...] about Unaffordable: Is high tech turning Toronto into another San Francisco?
Airbnb needs to be more accountable, UBC housing expert says
The road ahead for municipalities trying to grapple with the sharing economy is still rocky, says UBC professor Erez Aloni, who points out that the … [Read more...] about Airbnb needs to be more accountable, UBC housing expert says
