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Cartoon: Domestic terrorist AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research While AI can streamline certain parts of the scientific process, a philosopher argues that it cannot replace human expertise and collaboration. What is Google Magic Cue and how it works? ChatGPT Is quietly replacing Google's most important page, study finds Rogers Centre transforming again ahead of Toronto Blue Jays' 2026 season 4 of Tripadvisor’s top 15 Canadian destinations in Ontario Niagara region is home to two of the ...

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5 hilariously chilling cartoons about Trump’s plan to invade Greenland | The Week 8 Ontario snow laws you might not know you can get fined up to $2,000 for breaking - Narcity Some of them also have time limits — so you'd better get shovelling. ❄️⏳ Iconic Ontario winter destination to get an icy pop-up Running at the same time as the area’s Icewine festival, Ontario’s Niagara Falls will soon be home to a first-ever custom-carved ice bar. Canada's deal with China signals it is serious about shift from US Carney says Canada's relationship with China has become "more predictable" than that with the US, as his country searches for trade certainty. ...

Snow day activities – doug — off the record I don’t know about your neck of the woods but this past week around here has been crazy with snow, ice, and everything that goes with it. I know that we have the weather stations covering it … The Best Of Dan Piraro: 50 Cartoons That Capture Relatable Moments In Modern Life - TVovermind Dan Piraro, the creator of the iconic comic strip Bizarro, has been making readers laugh for decades, with his daily comics appearing in more than 300 newspapers. His instantly recognizable art style has left a lasting impression, especially for those who grew up flipping through the paper and spotting his work. Lego's latest educational kit seeks to teach AI as part of computer science, not to build a chatbot Lego Education's latest set...

50 Ridiculous American Internet Comments That Deserved To Get Roasted | Bored Panda Nobody’s perfect, and everyone has knowledge blind spots. It’s healthy to recognize your shortcomings and be able to laugh at them. Sometimes, that means chuckling at yourself after you get called out online for saying something, well… less than smart. We’ve collected some of the funniest moments when Europeans gently roasted Americans for writing bizarre comments online, from all over the internet. Here are some of the most cringy insights and witty takedowns. Fails, Funny Ontario school board invokes secrecy provision to withhold records on $34K fine art collection Toronto Snowplow Tracker: Track PlowTO Live Snow Clearing Use the PlowTO live map to track snowplows and salters in Toronto. Find out when you...

The Invention of Anarachism - Existential Comics A philosophy webcomic about the inevitable anguish of living a brief life in an absurd world. Also Jokes This is the hidden Chrome feature I enable when I want to really focus It cuts out distractions so I browse in peace. Ontario schools are training students to design their own land acknowledgements Kindergarten and older students in Ontario are now being tasked with designing their own land acknowledgements, an exercise pushed by school boards as part of their “Indigenous Education” training. Windsor-made Dodge Charger wins Car of the Year Award at the Detroit Auto Show 6 Windows 11 features I...

30 Memes for Introverts Celebrating Solitude - Funny In a world that often glorifies extroverted qualities, introverts find solace and humor in the quiet moments of solitude. The rise of internet culture has given introverts a platform to share their experiences through the lens of humor, with "Memes for Introverts" becoming a popular online trend. These memes serve as a digital sanctuary, offering a light-hearted celebration of the joys and quirks of introverted life. AI chatbots still struggle with news accuracy, study finds - Digital Trends Researchers warn that AI chatbots often fabricate or distort news, urging users to treat AI-generated news summaries with caution. Google Antigravity Guide for AI Workflows - Geeky Gadgets Build no-code flows in Google's Antigravity wit...

Political cartoons for January 12 | The Week Pentagon is embracing Musk's Grok AI chatbot as it draws global outcry Everyone’s debating Waze vs Google Maps but there’s an alternative on the market with a game-changing feature Swastika in front yard: Notorious Central Elgin home for sale Residents of a neighbourhood just east of St. Thomas, Ont., are expressing relief that a home, which drew negative attention for its alleged hate symbolism, has been listed for sale. Kids Hockey Game Turns into Fights During AHl Intermission AI is quietly breaking the internet — ...

“Wait A Minute”: 57 Unhinged Images That Went From 0 To 100, And It Caught People Off-Guard (New Pics) Google killed its VPN a year ago — here is the privacy tool I replaced it with After Google pulled the plug on its VPN, I found a better option One Simple Setting Can Block Most Scam Texts. Are You Using It? Ontario is home to the world's largest freshwater island and it's a stunning getaway spot London firefighters battle blaze at historic former brewery building Gmail has a note-taking app hiding in plain sight — and now I use it daily ...

ASUS Chromebook CM32 Detachable brings a 120Hz display to ChromeOS at CES 2026 Meta's smart glasses can now filter human voice in chaotic spaces - Digital Trends The new Conversation focus feature on Meta smart glasses amplifies voices you're facing and filters environmental noise. You can activate it with a voice command, but it works best within 1.8 meters. The Fibonacci Sequence: Nature's Hidden Code in Everything - discoverwildscience Stand in a sunflower field or stare at the spiral shell of a nautilus long enough, and it starts to feel like the universe is quietly The most "charismatic" musician Carly Simon ever encountered Carly Simon has written songs that many have mythologised ...

The Simpsons Season 37 Has Retired (But Not Killed) A Classic Character Read More: https://www.slashfilm.com/2069659/the-simpsons-season-37-retire-classic-character-duffman/ Cartoon: Tom the Dancing Bug presents a Calvinesque and Hobbesian look at invading Venezuela Please join the team that makes it possible for your friendly neighborhood comic strip Tom the Dancing Bug to exist in this world! And be the first on your block to get each week's Tom the Dancing ... College football is now about running for the money These Popular Chrome Extensions Are Stealing Your AI Chats | Lifehacker Leak shows how Perplexity will bring Bixby back from t...

30 Art History Memes That Are Masterpieces of Humor - Funny Art history doesn't have to be all serious and scholarly—sometimes, it can be downright hilarious. In this collection of Art History Memes, you'll find a blend of wit and creativity that transforms classical masterpieces into modern-day comedic gems. Whether you're a seasoned art enthusiast or someone who just enjoys a good laugh, these Hilarious Art Memes will have you seeing famous paintings in a whole new light. Each history meme brings out the humor hidden in the expressions, poses, and themes of well-known artworks, proving that art can be as funny as it is timeless. 4 Chrome features that make extensions unnecessary You might not need your favorite extension Android will soon let you set a calling card for yourself ...

20 Memes That Made You Miss Being Unemployed for a Second - Funny Sometimes, work feels less like a career and more like a full-time endurance test. These memes capture those moments perfectly—the endless emails, the awkward Zoom calls, and the soul-sucking deadlines that make you wonder why you ever agreed to adulting. For just a brief second, they might even make you nostalgically miss the “freedom” of unemployment. DuckDuckGo has added AI image generation — here's how to use it AI web browsers are here. They're not safe These three Ontario cities have the best quality of life in the country This Ontario city is the cheapest place to ...

Trump, Venezuela and the doctrine of brute force Don't fall for this photo of Maduro being escorted by DEA officers | Snopes.com After the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in early January 2026, AI-generated images purportedly showing him in custody spread online. Google VP confirms not all Chromebooks will be able to migrate to Aluminium OS In a recent private AMA, the vice president of product management for Chrome OS confirmed continued support for Chrome OS. Lifelong habits London-area flu cases more than 10 times last year’s levels New ranking...

Trump Sends Bonkers Cartoon Threat to U.S. Neighbors The animation is the latest chest-beating message the administration and its MAGA acolytes have posted since Maduro was captured. Amazon Launches Alexa.com for More Wide-Ranging AI Interactions - CNET Amazon says you Alexa Plus users can start conversations on your PC and continue them on your mobile app or your Echo and Fire TV devices. Boston Dynamics' New Atlas Robot Makes Public Debut With Jaunty Human Walk - CNET Hyundai-owned Boston Dynamics is also partnering with former owner Google's DeepMind on AI, in a full-circle moment for the two companies. Did you know: Samsung burned 150,000 phones to make a point Samsung burned millions worth of elec...

Horsey looks back at 2025 with 5 favorite cartoons Trump’s next plan for the US education system: Lots and lots of rules How to Identify AI Images in 2026 with 6 Tools & Checks - Geeky Gadgets Learn to identify AI pictures fast with a free Google Gemini watermark check plus clear visual clues for safer sharing. Companies can make generic Ozempic as of next week, but don't expect to get it soon - North Bay News 7 Ancient Technologies That Were Far Ahead of Their Time, Still Baffling Experts - discoverwildscience Every so often, archaeology turns up something that feels almost like a time traveler’s calling card: a device, a b...

Cartoon: Obamacare vs. Affordable Care Act AI Slop won in 2025 — fingerprinting real content might be the answer in 2026 | TechRadar How to Find the Right Browser Many users stick with the pre-installed browser, which isn't always ideal. Switching is usually straightforward and free. The US Invaded Venezuela and Captured Nicolás Maduro. ChatGPT Disagrees | WIRED Some AI chatbots have a surprisingly good handle on breaking news. Others decidedly don’t. You probably use the same password for 30 different websites. It’s time for a passkey.  | Fortune Many companies think of passkeys as just a security upgrade, but they’re rea...

Cartoon: Fake it 'til you grift it Trump Isn't Done with Canada Yet Remember this time last year, when Donald Trump ridiculed our prime minister referring to him as “governor” and suggested that Wayne Gretzky be appointed as the puppet leader of a vassal state? As Schools Embrace A.I. Tools, Skeptics Raise Concerns 8 Android Auto apps that have nothing to do with music or maps (but you need them) Android Auto apps you didn't know you needed 10 useful gadgets for your first apartment | TechCrunch From home security systems and smart smoke detectors to a sunrise alarm gently that wakes you up, here are the must-have gadget...

Cartoon: New year, same mess Cartoon: The tagger A truly independent search engine shouldn’t exist in 2026 — but it does, and it’s great Well, it's great at some things. The 4 Cheapest Ways To Turn Your House Into A Smart Home Read More: https://www.bgr.com/2061563/cheapest-ways-make-a-smart-home/ A whole lot more can go in your recycling bin, starting today Keyboard Shortcut on Windowst: How to Make Them Even Easier - techsciencetoday If you frequently use complex Windows keyboard shortcuts, you can make your life even easier. All you need is the ...