Thor Benson Security Sep 25, 2023 7:00 AM Your Boss’s Spyware Could Train AI to Replace You Corporations are using software to monitor employees on a large scale. Some experts fear the data these tools collect could be used to automate people out of their jobs. Photograph: Vladimir Godnik/Getty Images …
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Michael Cinco’s futuristic Metaverse Fashion Gala
All eyes were on Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW) as world-renowned Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco showcased his iconic style in the digital and physical spaces at the country's first-ever Metaverse Fashion Gala. World-renowned Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco PHOTOS BY J. GERARD SEGUIA Taking place on September 18 at the …
Read More »Newly revealed threats against Sikh activists in Canada, U.S. boost urgency to solve Nijjar’s death
The high-profile killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, an advocate for an independent Sikh homeland, has prompted revelations from fellow activists that they, too, were warned about threats to their lives. Law enforcement officials advised vigilance, didn't say where threats originated The high-profile killing of a Canadian citizen who advocated for …
Read More »What’s driving Canada’s big bet on EV batteries
This week, Quebec and Ottawa committed $2.7 billion toward an electric vehicle battery factory near Montreal. Such projects have faced questions, given the amount of public money involved. 'We either remain competitive in this race to electrification or we get left behind,' policy analyst says Standing before a backdrop that …
Read More »Canada is pouring billions of dollars into the electric vehicle industry. Will it pay off?
This week, Quebec and Ottawa committed $2.7 billion toward an electric vehicle battery factory near Montreal. Such projects have faced questions, given the amount of public money involved. 'We either remain competitive in this race to electrification or we get left behind,' policy analyst says Standing before a backdrop that …
Read More »Indian refugee claims in Canada began rising after Prime Minister Modi took power, data shows
A growing number of Indian nationals are seeking refugee protection in Canada. Refugee claims from India began a steady rise after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took power in 2014, according to federal data reviewed by CBC News. Experts say trend indicates 'Canada is recognizing of human rights abuses' Randhir …
Read More »New York City, Long Island under state of emergency due to torrential rainfall
A rainstorm swamped the New York metropolitan area on Friday, shutting down parts of the city's subway system, flooding streets and highways, and delaying flights into LaGuardia Airport. New York City and other parts of the state were under a state of emergency. 'Never seen anything like this in my …
Read More »Obiena claims first PH gold in Asian Games
HANGZHOU, China—Ernest John Obiena claimed the Philippines’ first gold medal in the 19th Asian Games on Saturday, clearing 5.90 meters to set a new event record in the pole vault and bringing life back to the Filipinos’ faltering campaign so far. GOLDEN LEAP. Ernest John Obiena wins the Philippines’ first …
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I was only 18 but engaged to a man who was 10 years older than I. He brought me to his uncle’s place in what was then known as Dakota Street, now renamed M. Adriatico Street. On that visit I met his two first cousins, an architect named Ariston, nicknamed …
Read More »Seeing beauty in a new light at Rustan’s Beauty Hall
Rustan’s, with a heritage dating back over 70 years, has always been a pioneer in luxury retail. Inspired by founders Gliceria Rustia Tantoco and Bienvenido Tantoco, Sr.’s visit to Paris, they embarked on a mission to bring the essence of luxury to the Philippines through Rustan’s Department stores. This legacy …
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