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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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Sports

March 11, 2026

Gemma Karstens-Smith

Campbell, Vancouver Goldeneyes finding positives to build on in inaugural season

VANCOUVER — Even in a building packed with nearly 10,000…

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Poilievre calls foul, but celebrating Liberals don't seem to care how they reach a majority
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March 11, 2026

Poilievre calls foul, but celebrating Liberals don’t seem to care how they reach a majority

High-spirited Liberals gathering at their national convention in downtown Montreal…

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Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu crosses floor to Liberals
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March 11, 2026

Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu crosses floor to Liberals

The Liberals have picked up another Conservative floor-crosser, bringing them…

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What happens if — or when — Mark Carney and the Liberals get to a majority?
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March 11, 2026

What happens if — or when — Mark Carney and the Liberals get to a majority?

If or when Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals succeed in…

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Freezing rain storm headed for Ont., Que., Atlantic provinces | Hanomansing Tonight
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March 11, 2026

Freezing rain storm headed for Ont., Que., Atlantic provinces | Hanomansing Tonight

A major storm is expected to sweep through parts of…

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Mexico insists it’s safe for the World Cup — others see the shadows
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March 10, 2026

Mexico insists it’s safe for the World Cup — others see the shadows

As Mexican officials project an image of safety and stability…

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Justice, National, Ontario/Quebec

March 10, 2026

Paola Loriggio

Former assistant testifies at Frank Stronach’s sexual assault trial

TORONTO — Frank Stronach’s waterfront condo did not have mirrors…

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Sports

March 10, 2026

Canada’s Wilkie wins third medal at Paralympics with cross-country sprint bronze

MILAN — Canada’s Natalie Wilkie now has a medal of…

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Junior hockey game racks up 568 penalty minutes
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March 10, 2026

Junior hockey game racks up 568 penalty minutes

St. John’s Junior Hockey League is promising “severe” suspensions for…

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