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Suborbital space tourism finally arrives | FCC prepares to run public C-band auction | The big four in the U.S. launch industry — United Launch Alliance, SpaceX, Blue Origin and Northrop Grumman — hope to be one of two providers that will receive five-year contracts later this year to launch national security payloads starting in 2022. | China’s launch rate stays high | The International Space Station is the largest ever crewed object in space.

 
Ottawa budget 2025: 3.9% tax hike, transit...
Article content The cost of a bus or train ride will rise next year, all taxpayers will pay more toward OC Transpo and students will get less of a discount under the City of Ottawa’s $4.98-billion 2025 budget, which calls for an overall property tax increase of 3.9 per cent for most homes. In September, council backed Sutcliffe’s target of holding the 2025 tax increase to 2.9 per cent, excluding the cost of transit. Article content In the first...

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Why Black public servants took the government...
Breadcrumb Trail Links Public Service Here’s what’s at stake in a $2.5-billion class action lawsuit alleging systemic racism in the public service. Get the latest from Catherine Morrison straight to your inbox Sign Up Published Nov 13, 2024  •  Last updated 5 minutes ago  •  5 minute read Nicholas Marcus Thompson, CEO of the Black Class Action Secretariat Photo by Tony Caldwell /POSTMEDIA Article content The federal government has been in court over the last two weeks fighting a proposed...

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Ottawa police budget increases 4.4 per cent,...
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News The Ottawa Police Service draft budget was tabled Wednesday, adding 22 new officers, and adding only 2.9% to the annual tax levy. Get the latest from Marlo Glass straight to your inbox Sign Up Published Nov 13, 2024  •  Last updated 8 minutes ago  •  3 minute read A file photo of Ottawa police headquarters on Elgin Street which is set for upgrades in the new budget. Photo by Tony Caldwell /POSTMEDIA Article content...

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Lynn Scott to serve another year as...
Article content The veteran chairs of Ottawa’s two English-language school boards will return to their roles for the coming year. Lynn Scott was acclaimed as board chair of the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, with Cathryne Millburn elected as vice-chair on Tuesday. In a brief acceptance speech, Scott thanked her colleagues for honouring her with the opportunity to serve as chair for another year. Article content “We have a lot of work to do this year, so we are going...

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'Bad Sisters' Season 2 Bombshell Twist Throws...
Easily one of the best reasons for an Apple TV Plus subscription, darkly comedic Irish drama Bad Sisters is back for a second run, with the Garvey sisters’ grim past about to catch up with them in unexpected ways. Season 2 arrives Nov. 13 on the platform, and CNET recently had a chance to interview Sarah Greene, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle and Fiona Shaw about what’s ahead. The show’s first season appeared to come to a definitive end with the...

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Early Black Friday Amazon Deal Slashes Over...
Whether you like the great outdoors or want a backup plan should the power go out, by investing in a portable power station, you’ll never be caught short. EcoFlow has a range of energy solutions with many of them now going up for sale as we hurtle towards Black Friday. One of these is the EcoFlow Delta 2 power station which has dropped dramatically from $999 to $459. That’s a massive 54% discount that represents a saving of $540,...

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Today's letters: Peacekeeping limits, Remembrance projects
Article content Peacekeeping doesn’t solve underlying conflicts Re: For Remembrance Day, honour Canada’s peacekeeping legacy, Nov. 11. Having served on peacekeeping missions in Cyprus, Yugoslavia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (twice) and Egypt, I understand the intent of peacekeeping. However, Tom MacGregor’s opinion piece actually identifies the problem with implementing Lester Pearson’s idea. Article content UNFICYP (Cyprus), as he notes, turned 60 this year and has produced a divided state. Peace in the former Yugoslavia came only after...

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Here’s What the Regenerative Cities of Tomorrow...
Cities are never truly complete and done; instead they are always changing, always evolving. One positive change is the rise of regenerative cities—urban centers designed to have a restorative relationship with the environment that protects and enhances local ecosystems. WIRED Japan collaborated with the urban design studio For Cities to highlight some of the world’s best sustainable urban developments, which are harbingers of what is to come. From using local materials and construction methods to restoring ecosystems, these projects...

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The COVID pandemic pushed millions of baby boomers into retirement. However, in an ironic twist, the pandemic also accelerated the rise of remote technology that’s now drawing baby boomers out of retirement to fill gaps in the American labor force. With growing inflation and dwindling savings, retirees are eager for both purpose and a paycheck

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Artificial Intelligence News
Interactive Cyber-Physical Human: Generating Contact-Rich Whole-Body Motions Feb. 6, 2023 — Performing human-like motions that involve multiple contacts is challenging for robots. In this regard, a researcher has envisioned an interactive cyber-physical human (iCPH) platform with … Robot: I’m Sorry. Human: I Don’t Care Anymore! Feb. 2, 2023 — Humans are less forgiving of robots after multiple mistakes — and the trust is difficult to get back, according to a new … New Approach to ‘Punishment and Reward’ Method...

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How Google Ads Marketing Stands Out From...
  Google ads marketing Google Ads is a popular marketing platform that allows businesses to display ads on Google’s search engine and other websites across the internet. Advertisers can use Google Ads to reach potential customers based on various targeting options, such as location, language, interests, and more. However, the platform uses a pay-per-click pricing model, meaning advertisers only pay when users click on their ad.   Alternatives of Google ads marketing There are several alternative advertising or marketing...

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AI Powers the Next Generation of Personalized...
Companies worldwide already use AI-powered predictive analytics to anticipate behaviors and onboard and retain customers. By all accounts, investment in AI is paying off. Research by NewVantage Partners shows that 91% of surveyed companies in 2022 were increasing investments in artificial intelligence, and 92% report measurable ROI. So the use of AI is quickly taking over as the future of digital marketing and for good reason. McKinsey research finds that 76% of customers today get frustrated when they don’t receive a...

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Best Home Theater Power Managers of 2023
In this article, ReadWrite reviews the best home theatre power managers of 2023. With the advancement of technology that powers our home entertainment systems, it has become increasingly crucial to have reliable and efficient power management. Whether you’re a movie enthusiast, a dedicated gamer, or simply enjoy listening to music in high-quality sound, having an exceptional power manager makes all the difference for your ultimate experience at home. The market offers various options, which can confuse when choosing one...

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10 Must-Have Capabilities in a Business Push-To-Talk...
The widespread adoption of smartphones and associated connectivity–Wi-Fi among business users is leading organizations to adopt push-to-talk (PTT) technology. Instead of an employee using multiple devices–walkie-talkie or LMR device–companies are considering using PTT to provide voice and data communication on a single mobile device. However, PTT offerings in the market today remain fragmented, with mainly simple apps for consumers that want a walkie-talkie experience. Such consumer-grade apps lack the security and reliability that professionals need to carry out uninterrupted...

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Navigating the B2B Marketing Landscape: Expert Predictions...
Personalized, reliable content continues to be the king according to the fundamental B2B marketing principles of recent years. Still, there are now more ways than ever to achieve that objective in the eyes of your audience. Here are the B2B marketing trends that we believe will endure through 2023. B2B Marketing Landscape for 2023 1. Bolster your marketing plan for the recession It won’t be prudent to ignore the economic issue as we anticipate 2023. Yes, a recession is...

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