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AI agents lag far behind human workers. Why are tech companies laying off the humans?

AI agents lag far behind human workers. Why are tech companies laying off the humans?

AI-related layoffs are in full swing as tech companies invest in artificial intelligence agents they say will take over tasks traditionally done by humans. But a major AI infrastructure and software company says the agents fail to produce professionally acceptable work more than 19 times out of 20, and some analysts say the technology is overhyped and being using as an excuse for laying off workers.

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Trump says he wants Keystone XL pipeline built 'NOW.' How likely is that?
Star

February 25, 2025

Trump says he wants Keystone XL pipeline built ‘NOW.’ How likely is that?

The politically charged Keystone XL pipeline is back in the…

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Inuk leader appointed to lead external review of Nutrition North subsidy program
Star

February 25, 2025

Inuk leader appointed to lead external review of Nutrition North subsidy program

The federal government is appointing former Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI)…

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6-year-old Halifax stabbing victim now in stable condition
Star

February 25, 2025

6-year-old Halifax stabbing victim now in stable condition

A six-year-old boy who was stabbed Sunday on a downtown…

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Sizing up Canada's Stanley Cup contenders
Sports, Star

February 25, 2025

Sizing up Canada’s Stanley Cup contenders

Coming out of the fabulous 4 Nations Face-Off, CBC Sports’…

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P.E.I. man refuses to pay his power bill until Maritime Electric can explain why it's so high
Star

February 25, 2025

P.E.I. man refuses to pay his power bill until Maritime Electric can explain why it’s so high

Many Islanders have taken to social media of late to…

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Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Film, Human Interest

February 25, 2025

‘Universal Language’ wins best Canadian film at TFCA Awards, while ‘Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story’ named best documentary

TORONTO — A mind-bending dramedy set in an alternate-reality Winnipeg…

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Canadian women's soccer captures Pinatar Cup with 7-0 thumping of Taiwan
Star

February 25, 2025

Canadian women’s soccer captures Pinatar Cup with 7-0 thumping of Taiwan

Marie-Yasmine (Mimi) Alidou scored a hat trick Tuesday as sixth-ranked…

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Business, Economy, Entertainment, Arts, Film, Retail

February 25, 2025

Spin Master CEO sees ‘volatility’ in consumer spending amid tariff drama

TORONTO — Spin Master Corp.’s CEO says he has an…

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Doug Ford's son-in-law facing misconduct charges from Toronto Police Service
Star

February 25, 2025

Doug Ford’s son-in-law facing misconduct charges from Toronto Police Service

Toronto police Staff Sgt. Ernest “Dave” Haynes — the husband…

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