OTR Backup 01/07/2026

• 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 electronics back in 1995 just to make a point. And you know what, it worked.

• One of the world's 'best' water destinations is near Toronto and it outranked the Caribbean - Narcity

  When you think of the world's most jaw-dropping water destinations, places like the Caribbean or Florida Keys might come to mind.

• NATO could end if US takes over Greenland — Danish PM

  Denmark's Mette Frederiksen said "everything would stop" in the event of a US attack on another NATO country. Donald Trump has said that Washington should take control of the autonomous Arctic island.

• 5 Essential Windows Apps That Can Speed Up Your Aging Computer Read More: https://www.bgr.com/2065086/essential-windows-apps-speed-up-computer/

• What to look for as AI’s influence continues to spread in the new year.

• Personal AI Agents : the Skill Gap That Decides Who Wins - Geeky Gadgets

  AI personal helpers are arriving fast, with long-running memory and secure file permissions, helping you hand off tasks and regain time.

• The Conservative and Liberal responses to Venezuela reflect vastly different foreign-policy outlooks - The Globe and Mail

  Mark Carney must still approach these matters softly as Canada faces the USMCA renegotiations

• Ontario is home to one of North America's 'best' beaches and it's like a Greek island vacay - Narcity

  If turquoise waters, sun-filled skies, and tropical vibes are part of your 2026 vision board, you'll want to plan a getaway to this Ontario beach.

• Google VP John Maletis confirms 10-year ChromeOS support commitment

  In an exclusive interview with Chrome Unboxed, Google VP John Maletis addressed rumors about the future of ChromeOS, confirming that the 10-year support promise stands firm.

• Quebec students must address teachers as 'Mr.' and 'Ms.' under new civility rules - Sault Ste. Marie News

• 10 Common macOS Myths You Need To Stop Falling For Read More: https://www.bgr.com/2065103/common-macos-myths-debunked/

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