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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Hospital Landlord Takes Control: A Breakthrough Deal in the Making?

Medical Properties Trust, the US' largest hospital landlord, has taken a significant step towards resolving a long-standing dispute with its troubled tenant, Steward Health Care. By taking control of Steward's hospitals, MPT will now bankroll operational expenses - is this a smart move, or a recipe

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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

The Social Media Showdown: Can States Regulate Tech Giants?

Utah's attempt to protect children from the perceived harm of social media has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge, citing unconstitutional measures. The Utah Minor Protection in Social Media Act aimed to require social media companies to verify user ages, limit features, and restrict access

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Sep 12 2024LIFESTYLE

What's Your Favorite Hispanic-Owned Business in Greater Boston? Let's Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

As we dive into Hispanic Heritage Month we're taking a moment to acknowledge the significant contributions Latin Americans have made to Boston's cultural landscape But we want to go beyond just celebrating – we want to support these incredible businesses and organizations that make our city a vibra

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Sep 12 2024FOOD

Victoria's Hidden Gem: Cafe Malabar Named Among Canada's Best New Eateries

Imagine a cozy spot in the Victoria Public Market, where the vibrant flavours of Kerala, India, come alive on your plate. Cafe Malabar, a relatively new addition to the city's culinary scene, has been named among the Top 30 of Canada's best new restaurants by Air Canada enRoute. The list highlights

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Election 2023: BC Businesses Demand a Clear Economic Vision

A province where the cost of doing business is so high that it's become a major obstacle to growth. Where government deficits are so large that they're causing uncertainty and making it difficult for businesses to plan for the future. Where public safety is a concern, and acute labour shortages are

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Sep 12 2024OPINION

Invest in Rural Economies for a Stable World: Breaking the Cycle of Hunger, Poverty, and Conflict

War drives hunger, and hunger drives war, but what if the opposite is true? Investing in food security can be a precursor to peace. One billion people live in fragile situations, where the combination of violence, weak governance, and natural disasters makes crises inevitable. Investing in rural eco

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Sep 12 2024OPINION

The Unhinged Truth: How Trump's Conspiracy Theories Are Eating Away at American Politics

Imagine a world where a former president, known for his questionable grasp of reality, uses his platform to spread bizarre conspiracy theories that have no basis in fact. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Well, unfortunately, that's the reality we're living in. Donald Trump, the man who once held t

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Sep 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Shoppable Red Carpet Dreams: The Future of Live Shopping

Imagine tuning into the MTV VMAs and being able to shop the exact outfit worn by your favorite celebrity in real-time. Sounds like a fairy tale, but thanks to a new partnership between Paramount Global and shoppable advertising company Shopsense AI, this innovative technology is set to revolutionize

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Sep 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

GaN Revolution: Can Infineon's Breakthrough Technology Disrupt the Semiconductor Market?

Infineon Technologies is on the cusp of a major breakthrough in the semiconductor industry with the development of the world's first 300 mm power GaN wafer technology. GaN chips are smaller, lighter, and more cost-effective than traditional silicon chips. The company's CEO, Jochen Hanebeck, is confi

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Salmon Farmers Sound Alarm: Can Canada's Coastal Communities Survive the Great Shift?

As the federal Liberal Party retreats on Vancouver Island, a pressing question hangs in the air: what's the real cost of forcing salmon farms to switch to land-based technology by 2029? The BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA) is sounding the alarm, urging the government to rethink its plan and

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