Morgan Meaker Business Sep 25, 2023 12:59 PM Booking.com Shows the True Scope of the EU’s Big Tech Crackdown European competition authorities have blocked an acquisition by Dutch travel company Booking as scrutiny on Big Tech companies heats up. Photograph: DENIS CHARLET/Getty Images Save this story Save Save this story …
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N.S. farmers want to process surplus vegetables. So why is this production line idle?
Farmers say a decline in local food processing limits options for growers and increases food waste. But some are trying to bring processing capacity back to Nova Scotia. In Atlantic Canada, regional and small-scale food processing has shrunk over the last 30 years In a cavernous new facility on Greg …
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PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to announce his appointees to the Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC), a corporate investment body that will manage the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF), at least around the middle of October, Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno said over the weekend. The advisory body of the fund—composed of …
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A new code of conduct is set to govern how AI is developed in Canada. But it's voluntary, and despite immediate support from big players in the business, there are also concerns it could stifle innovation and the ability to compete with companies based outside of Canada. Some businesses concerned …
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Sophie Dupuis’s Solo is getting a rare Toronto theatre release this weekend. The Quebecois film is set in Montreal’s drag scene and won top honours at TIFF — taking home the award for best Canadian feature. Sophie Dupuis’s film won best Canadian feature at TIFF, hits Canadian theatres Friday Sophie …
Read More »What’s driving robberies at Buddhist places of worship across the Toronto area?
A recent string of break-ins at places of worship across the Greater Toronto Area has meant institutions have had to beef up security. Experts say they're likely targeted because they rely largely on cash donations. Temples, monasteries beefing up security measures in response to incidents Welcoming strangers into places of …
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for Kumon MANILA, Philippines — How does a profitable business idea empower passionate educators to create a positive impact in their communities? Even in the new normal, the education industry remains hungry for inspiration, and one business has stood tall for 69 years—Kumon. A famous global franchise present in the …
Read More »New NewJeans campaign in the Philippines features freebies, styling workshops
MANILA, Philippines — The Levi’s brand and their global ambassadors, NewJeans, celebrate the ongoing 150th anniversary of the iconic 501 jeans with an exciting campaign fueled by vibrant creativity and self-expression. Just like the brand, the sensational K-Pop group embraces individuality in each of their personal styles. Now, customers can …
Read More »Exploring Malaysia: Beyond the skyscrapers, a rising destination for healthcare and education
for Tourism Malaysia MANILA, Philippines — Malaysia, with its rich culture and iconic architectural marvels like the Petronas Towers and Merdeka 118, has long been a tourist favorite. Yet, beyond these towering landmarks lies a Malaysia that offers much more than meets the eye. Amidst the bustling urban landscape, the …
Read More »Flames assistant GM Chris Snow dies from ALS complications
Calgary Flames vice-president of data and analytics and assistant general manager Chris Snow has died of complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Diagnosed in 2019 with ALS, Snow 'continued to do his job to the best of his ability every day' Calgary Flames vice-president of data and analytics and assistant …
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