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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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Business, Justice, Ontario/Quebec

April 8, 2026

Kathryn Mannie

Toronto police credit ‘covert assets’ in arrest after shooting at Jewish-owned eatery

TORONTO — Toronto police say they have arrested and charged…

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Health, Labour, Ontario/Quebec

April 8, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario to extend WSIB coverage in privately run retirement and group homes

TORONTO — Ontario is planning to extend workplace safety and…

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Judge gives 15-year sentence to woman who admitted selling Friends star Matthew Perry ketamine
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April 8, 2026

Judge gives 15-year sentence to woman who admitted selling Friends star Matthew Perry ketamine

A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of…

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Environment, Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

April 8, 2026

Liam Casey

Environmental groups launch constitutional challenge over Ontario’s special economic zones

TORONTO — Several environmental groups have launched a constitutional challenge…

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Lifestyle, Sports

April 8, 2026

Gemma Karstens-Smith

FIFA releases plans for cross-Canada World Cup celebration tour

VANCOUVER — Plans have been unveiled for festivities across Canada…

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Ontario/Quebec

April 8, 2026

Students, staff offered support after report of person on fire at school: board

NORTH HURON, ONTARIO — School board officials say mental health…

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Business, Economy, Ontario/Quebec

April 8, 2026

Rianna Lim

Sarnia, Ont., border crossing surpasses Ambassador Bridge in commercial truck traffic

The Crown corporation that manages several international bridges in Ontario…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

April 8, 2026

Bus driver charged after Highway 401 rollover that injured multiple people

NAPANEE — Provincial police have charged the driver of a…

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Medical expert defends doctor’s assessment of woman before she died of sepsis in Ontario hospital
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April 8, 2026

Medical expert defends doctor’s assessment of woman before she died of sepsis in Ontario hospital

Heather Winterstein didn’t show hallmark warning signs of potentially life-threatening…

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