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Panasonic recalls toaster ovens over electric shock hazard
A recall has been issued for Panasonic Flashxpress Toaster Ovens sold in Canada and the U.S. due to an electric shock hazard. Source link
Dollarama recalls garlic powder due to 'microbial contamination'
The CFIA says the seasoning should not be used, sold or served due to possible contamination from Bacillus cereus, a bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Source link
New York is pausing new hyperscale data centres. Could the same happen in Canada?
More companies are looking to Canada to build out hyperscale data centres meant to power AI, launching a debate over whether the facilities are a net benefit for the country. Here’s a look at whether provinces and territories here are considering their own moratoriums. Source link
Meta will now tell parents if their teens talk about suicide with the company's AI chatbot
Starting today, Canadian parents who have set up Instagram’s supervision feature for their teen will be notified if their child shows signs that they’re in crisis. Kids, advocates and tech experts all say the feature is a step in the right direction, but that more work is needed to keep kids safe online. Source link
Corus confirms unspecified number of layoffs at Global News
Corus Entertainment, owner of the Global Television Network, has confirmed plans for an unspecified number of layoffs. The company says the changes are an effort to “strengthen and sustain” its news divisions. Source link
Bell builds ground station for satellite-to-mobile network
The Canadian telecommunications giant plans to launch space-based cellular service to better serve remote areas. Source link
Dozens of Meta employees sue, allege AI use for layoffs affects workers on protected leave
A group of 26 employees is suing their employer, alleging that the company used AI to select people for layoffs. In a statement, Meta said the allegations are not based in facts, and that organizational decisions are made by people, not AI. Source link
Chinese EV makers have sights set on Quebec market
Dongfeng is China’s latest automaker to unveil its electric vehicle offering in Montreal’s Old Port, as Chinese EV manufacturers look to make their entry into the Canadian market. Source link
Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 2.25%
The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.25 per cent on Wednesday. Source link
CREA downgrades housing market forecast again as June home sales edge up
Rising inflation and fears that interest rates would rise weighed on the housing market earlier this year, prompting CREA to revise its 2026 home sales forecast down. At the same time, the number of homes sold in June rose compared to the month before. Source link