OTR Backup 04/25/2025

• Cartoon: Who needs a master's degree?

• OpenAI Wants to Buy Google Chrome—and That's a Terrible Idea

  OpenAI couldn't really buy Google Chrome, could it?

• You can watch YouTube videos in background tabs in Chrome soon | PCWorld

  In a test version of Chrome, you can switch tabs and keep watching YouTube videos in picture-in-picture mode.

• Samsung To Follow Google’s Step By Shifting Smartphone Production From Vietnam To India Amid Tariff War - Tech

  Vietnamese economy suffers with 46% reciprocal tariff

• Poilievre may lose his Ottawa-area riding as Liberals poised to sweep the region - The Globe and Mail

  The Conservative Leader is in dead heat with Liberal candidate Bruce Fanjoy in Carleton, sources say

• This Ontario destination with a tulip-lined canal is like a spring trip to the Netherlands - Narcity

  Tulip-lined trails, scenic canals, and charming flower markets might sound like something out of the Netherlands — but you'll find them all (and more) in this enchanting Ontario destination.

• Here's the salary you need to earn to afford a home in Toronto right now

  It may be one of the worst times in years to try and sell a home in Toronto, but conversely, those in the market to buy a property may be able to lan…

• 27 Amazing Artifacts That Provide You With A Brief History Lesson In The Most Interesting Way (New Pics)

  These unique artifacts from the distant past give throwback a whole new meaning.

• Fox News Viewers Get Uncomfortable Truth About Trump On Live TV | HuffPost UK Politics

• Perplexity AI Announces Comet: A Browser for Agentic Search

  Perplexity AI announces "Comet," its upcoming browser for agentic search, which is open for early access sign-up.

• 113 Relatable Work Memes For Anyone Who’s Just Trying to Make It To Friday

  Every job comes with its challenges. Some have a whole bunch!

• Largest school board in southwestern Ontario cancels future field trips to U.S.

• Updating to iOS 18.4.1 Could Brick Your iPhone

  The chance is small, but it's apparently there.

• After 20 years, I don't recognize the YouTube I grew up with

  I remember when YouTube had no ads, limited resolution, and everything was a square, but new YouTube shows me how far the internet has come.

• Elections Canada releases record-breaking advance poll data

  Elections Canada has tallied the numbers, and shared 7.3 million voters turned up to the polling stations over the Easter/Passover weekend.

• 28 Posts About The ’90s That Might Hit You With A Wave Of Nostalgia

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