Snow covers Quebec and its hiking trails. Now is the time to get your pair if you want to have fun in the woods this winter. To do this, follow our advice! The days of tendon snowshoes, where size was the only selection criterion, are long gone: dad had big ones, mom had medium ones … [Read more…]
The founder of McDonald’s Canada has died at the age of 86
McDonald’s Canada founder George Cohon has died at the age of 86. His son Mark made the announcement on X, stating that his father passed away on Friday evening. “Our family, Canada and the world have lost a remarkable man,” he wrote. Born in Chicago in 1937, the trained lawyer moved to Toronto in 1967, … [Read more…]
A smart “nose” to combat the risks of food poisoning – Le Journal de Montréal
An Israeli start-up has developed a new technology using artificial intelligence to detect the presence of dangerous bacteria in food. Used on a large scale, it could help reduce the risk of food poisoning. And more. • Also read: A mysterious dog illness is causing concern • Also read: Artificial intelligence is supposed to detect … [Read more…]
Panama is prepared to defend itself if a Canadian mining company resorts to arbitration
The government of Panama assured on Sunday that it was ready to “defend” the country’s interests after Canadian mining group FQM informed it that it would resort to international arbitration if the contract between them was declared unconstitutional. • Also read: An American filmed himself shooting two protesters in Panama • Also read: Panama: Protest … [Read more…]
New Research Chair in Cybersecurity Governance and Management – ULaval News
Laval University and its Faculty of Administrative Sciences today announce the establishment of the Research Chair in Cybersecurity Governance and Management. The mission of this chair is to better understand, document and solve the social, human and business issues related to the digital security of public and private organizations. It will benefit from $2 million … [Read more…]
Stock Market Today: Live Updates –
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, USA, November 17, 2023. Brendan Mcdermid | Portal Stocks fell on Monday as traders took a breather after major averages snapped a four-week winning streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 56.68 points, or 0.16%, to 35,333.47. The S&P … [Read more…]
A Google Drive error removes files from multiple users – francoischarron.com
Users of the cloud backup service Google Drive report that several files have disappeared from their account. The cause of this situation appears to be a bug that causes files from the last few months to be removed from Google Account storage. Google Drive is certainly one of the most popular services offered by the … [Read more…]
AI: To protect scientific research from the clutches of AI, experts suggest a “simple” solution: Trust My Science
⇧ [VIDÉO] You might also like this partner content The quality of future scientific research could deteriorate as generative AI becomes more widespread. This is at least what some researchers think, pointing out the risks associated with these technologies, especially due to the still too frequent errors that they cause. However, researchers at the University … [Read more…]
Blockchains becoming more important than data centers
Although Hydro-Québec has closed the door to the development of the blockchain industry, its importance is such that today it still requires twice as much electricity as the data center industry, according to a document filed with the Régie de l’énergie. “This is the perfect example of the state-owned company’s lack of planning in dealing … [Read more…]
Solidarity mission at the youth center Thetford Mines – Courrier Frontenac
Thetford Mines Youth Center has decided to take part in a solidarity mission and put together Christmas hampers for families in difficult times. The goal is to give back to the community and bring the magic of Christmas to the homes that need it most. The MDJ also invites families in need to get in … [Read more…]