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AI is the buzz, the big opportunity and the risk to watch among the Davos glitterati

AI is the buzz, the big opportunity and the risk to watch among the Davos glitterati

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Artificial intelligence is easily the biggest buzzword for world leaders and corporate bosses diving into big ideas at the World Economic Forum’s glitzy annual meeting in Davos.
Children's pain and fever relief medicine recalled due to risk of overdose

Children's pain and fever relief medicine recalled due to risk of overdose

Drug manufacturer Teva Canada Ltd. is recalling one lot of a children's pain and fever relief medicine because it contains too much acetaminophen and poses a risk of overdose.
Extreme cold weather causing oil spills in North Dakota; 60 reports over past week

Extreme cold weather causing oil spills in North Dakota; 60 reports over past week

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Bitter cold weather is causing a rash of spills in the oil fields of North Dakota as well as a slowdown in production, regulators say.
Biden says US strikes against Houthi rebels will continue as bombardment has yet to deter militants

Biden says US strikes against Houthi rebels will continue as bombardment has yet to deter militants

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Thursday that U.S.
Deadline to get partial CEBA forgiveness arrives as business groups warn of closures

Deadline to get partial CEBA forgiveness arrives as business groups warn of closures

The deadline for Canadian businesses to qualify for partial forgiveness of pandemic-era loans has arrived, as business groups warn struggling firms need more time to repay their debt.
Flight delayed? Baggage lost? Here's how to apply for compensation

Flight delayed? Baggage lost? Here's how to apply for compensation

Chad Rose was slated to take an afternoon flight from London, Ont., to Ottawa when WestJet cancelled his trip the day of. The airline put him in a taxi to Toronto's Pearson airport during rush hour for an evening departure instead.
Loblaw discount reduction not evidence of grocery collusion: competition expert

Loblaw discount reduction not evidence of grocery collusion: competition expert

Loblaw’s recent move to reduce discounts on last-day sale items is a normal practice in the industry, not a sign of collusion, according to an expert in Canadian competition.
Here's when airlines owe you compensation

Here's when airlines owe you compensation

Under changes proposed by Canada's transport regulator, the following reasons for a flight delay or cancellation would qualify travellers for compensation of up to $1,000 — though most already apply. - Flight crew or cabin crew shortage.
The drop in Panama Canal traffic due to a severe drought could cost up to $700 million

The drop in Panama Canal traffic due to a severe drought could cost up to $700 million

PANAMA CITY (AP) — A severe drought that began last year has forced authorities to slash ship crossings by 36% in the Panama Canal, one of the world's most important trade routes.
US applications for jobless benefits fall to lowest level since September 2022

US applications for jobless benefits fall to lowest level since September 2022

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week fell to its lowest level in more than a year, underscoring the resilience of the labor market despite elevated interest rates that are intended to cool the economy.