Governor Gavin Newsom just signed a new law that's a big deal for Hollywood. It's all about those loan-out companies that actors, writers, and crew members use to get paid. These companies have been around for ages, letting creatives deduct some expenses from their taxes. But earlier this year, the
In a surprising turn of events, some employees at QHR Technologies in Kelowna have been let go. The company, which specializes in electronic medical records, was bought by Loblaws in 2016 for a whopping $170 million through its subsidiary Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. This week, the company underwent a ma
There's big news in the tech world! Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and US-based Amkor Technologies are teaming up to bring advanced chip packaging technology to America. This is a game-changer, especially for the AI market. TSMC has a massive facility in Arizona that will han
Imagine a place where doctors-in-training are more worried about being politically correct than learning how to save lives. That’s the reality at some medical schools today, including one in Colorado. Students at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU Medicine) are facing pressure to take
Something peculiar is happening in Oklahoma. The state wants to buy 55,000 Bibles for its schools, but the rules are so specific that only two versions fit the bill – and they're both backed by former President Donald Trump. This isn't just any Bible; it must be a King James Version bound in leather
Gaten Matarazzo, known for his role in "Stranger Things," once had a lot of anxiety about death. He believes this was linked to his religious upbringing. The 22-year-old actor, who comes from an Italian Catholic family but attended a Methodist church as a child, says he isn’t very spiritual at the m
Imagine a fighter who has turned his career around in the light-heavyweight division. Meet Khalil Rountree Jr., also known as 'The War Horse'. He faced a setback when he was banned for consuming a banned substance unintentionally, which forced him to withdraw from a fight against Jamahal Hill at UFC
Ever clicked on a dodgy site while trying to find a real business? Google might have a solution! They're testing out blue verified checkmarks next to legit businesses online. Imagine seeing a checkmark next to Microsoft or Apple when you search for them. That’s what users are noticing in some search
Blue Origin's CEO, Bob Smith, shared updates on the BE-4 engines and the company's plans for the New Glenn rocket. The BE-4 engines performed as expected during recent tests. Blue Origin aims to deliver one engine per week by the end of 2024, with even faster production rates by 2025. Regarding the
Ever wondered how some streaming services manage to churn out great content without spending a fortune? Enter Future Shack, headed by Jeff Wachtel. Instead of splurging on big-budget productions, they’ve found a clever way to keep costs low and quality high. The secret? Collaborating with internatio
