Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou, who is under house arrest, is accused of breaching COVID-19 rules by booking out a Vancouver restaurant for Christmas

Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou. Don MacKinnon/AFP via Getty Images Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou, who is accused of fraud, may have violated COVID-19 guidelines while under house arrest, a Canadian court heard Tuesday. According to the South China Morning Post, Meng booked out a restaurant for 14 people at Christmas, which prosecutors argued contravenes local coronavirus guidelines. Under her house-arrest terms, Meng is allowed to leave home between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m., provided she is accompanied by a ...
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Madchild – “The Little Monster LP” (Album Review)

Madchild is a 45 year old MC from Vancouver, Canada most notable for being a part of the well regarded trio Swollen Members. He also has 5 solo albums, with the previous one being the Suburban Noize-backed Demons. However just a year & a half later, Madchild is back with his 6th full-length effort. The album kicks off with “Narcos”, where Madchild talks about studio gangsters over a rubbery trap beat. The next song “I Was on Drugs” talks about his addiction over an instrumental with some plinky...
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Boast.ai raises $23M to help businesses get their R&D tax credits

Nobody likes dealing with taxes — until the system works in your favor. In many countries, startups can receive tax credits for their R&D work and related employee cost, but as with all things bureaucracy, that’s often a slow and onerous task. Boast.ai aims to make this process far easier, by using a mix of AI and tax experts. The company, which currently has about 1,000 customers, today announced that it has raised a $23 million Series A round led by Radian Capital. Launched in 2012 by co-found...
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People with Type O blood may be less likely to get the coronavirus or develop severe complications, new studies suggest

A health worker draws blood for coronavirus antibody testing in Dearborn, Michigan, June 12, 2020. Paul Sancya/AP A growing body of research suggests a link between blood type and coronavirus risk. New studies have found that people with Type O blood have a lower risk of getting the coronavirus and are less likely to get severely sick if they do get infected. Some research has also found that COVID-19 patients with Type O or B blood spent less time in the ICU and were less likely to need a...
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When You Can Pre-Order the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro in Every Time Zone

Pre-orders for the iPhone 12 and the iPhone 12 Pro are set to kick off on Friday, October 16 at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time, which is a new launch time that Apple adopted as of last year. Apple is planning to make the new devices available in multiple countries around the world simultaneously, so we've made a guide to let MacRumors readers know when pre-orders will in their country. Pre-orders are launching in more than 35 countries and regions on October 16, but in some regions such as India and ...
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Apple Event: When to Watch the iPhone 12 Launch in Time Zones Around the World

Apple is hosting an online streaming media event for the public and press on Tuesday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Apple is expected to announce its new iPhone 12 lineup, and potentially a number of other new products during the event, dubbed "Hi, Speed." Here's how you can watch it and when, wherever you are in the world. How to Watch the Apple Event Apple will provide a stream of the event on its Apple Events page nearer to the start time. If you have access to an Apple TV, yo...
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How to Watch Apple's iPhone 12 Event on October 13, 2020

Apple this morning announced a second 2020 event, which is set to take place on Tuesday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time through a livestream. Apple is expected to unveil the new iPhone 12 lineup and we could also see the launch of rumored products like the AirTags, smaller HomePod, AirPods Studio, and Apple Silicon Macs. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. There are multiple ways to watch the event on October 13, with details listed below. We've also includ...
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New ‘Batwoman’ First Look Photo: Javicia Leslie Puts on the Cape and Cowl for the CW Show

Ruby Rose stepped down from the mantle of Batwoman after the first season of the series came to an end earlier this year. It was a surprising move from the actress, but it made way for the casting of Javicia Leslie, the first Black actress to take on the role of the DC Comics superhero. But instead of playing Kate Kane, she’ll be playing a new character named Ryan Wilder, and we’ve got a first look at her suited up as Batwoman for the show’s second season. Get a look at the new Batwoman photo b...
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More than half of BSNL equipment acquired from Huawei, ZTE

More than half of state-run BSNL’s telecom equipment is from Chinese companies ZTE and Huawei, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) revealed in Parliament on Thursday. Additionally, more than 10% of all of state-owned MTNL’s — to be merged with BSNL — network equipment comes from Chinese manufacturers, though it’s unclear whether these manufacturers include ZTE or Huawei. Huawei and ZTE have been under the scanner in India, given long-standing Indo-China tensions. Altho...
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Here's When You Can Download iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 in Time Zones Around the World

Apple's official public release of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 is finally set to drop on Wednesday, September 16, just a day after the company released the Golden Master to third-party developers. Also set to be made available to the general public for the first time are watchOS 7 and tvOS 14. While that's left a lot of developers scrambling to test and submit their apps to Apple for review – a process that can sometimes take days if not weeks – that doesn't change the fact that plenty of Apple devi...
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Here's When You Can Download iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 in Time Zones Around the World [It's Out]

It's Out!: Visit our iOS 14 Released Article! for details and how to install it. Apple's official public release of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 is finally set to drop on Wednesday, September 16, just a day after the company released the Golden Master to third-party developers. Also set to be made available to the general public for the first time are watchOS 7 and tvOS 14. Click image to watch ‌iOS 14‌ Getting Started While that's left a lot of developers scrambling to test and submit their ...
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Whistler Jeep Tour with Canadian Wildnerness Adventures

Whistler Jeep Tour on Blackcomb Mountain Looking for a fun and unique Whistler summer adventure? Consider a Whistler Jeep tour to view glaciers and snow-capped mountain peaks. One of the things we love about Whistler is that even after visiting multiple times per year, for over 20 years, we still find new things to do. On our most recent visit, we took our boys on a Whistler Jeep tour of Blackcomb Mountain. This was the first time we’ve taken a Jeep 4×4 tour in Whistler. Initially, we want...
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The "I ❤️ J.K. Rowling" billboard made a brief appearance in Vancouver, Canada

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Founder: Tom Rossiter from RESAAS

I n our latest real estate tech entrepreneur interview, we’re speaking with Tom Rossiter from RESAAS Who are you and what do you do? My name is Tom Rossiter and I am the CEO of RESAAS, the world’s largest real estate technology platform. Prior to that, I worked at a digital marketing agency servicing some of the world’s most popular brands like Nike, Nintendo, Samsung and Nokia. In 2007, I left the UK for Vancouver, Canada and found myself in a brand new city with very few connections. When I st...
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LA leaders tackling homelessness seek more advice from people directly affected by crisis

As dozens of shelters, housing projects and initiatives move forward as part of efforts to tackle the city’s worsening homelessness crisis, Los Angeles city leaders are now taking some steps to seek the advice of those most directly affected by the challenges of being unhoused. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously to explore the forming of a committee made up of people experiencing homelessness, and who could provide their perspectives and expertise on policies affecting ...
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Vancouver City Council moves to limit police response to issues around mental health, sex work and homelessness

Local politicians in Vancouver, Canada, are pushing to change its policing strategies, after its City Council passed a motion that would limit police response to mental health, substance abuse and other nonviolent issues -- working instead to fund a community-led initiative.
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Keeping Cool: An Architect-Designed Ice Cream Shop in Vancouver

Mister Ice Cream in Vancouver offers the latest dessert craze—ice cream made to order using liquid nitrogen. (The technique has been popular in Asia for some time, say owners Michael Lai and Tommy Choi, and in San Francisco, Smitten Ice Cream is leading the charge.) Unlike readymade ice cream, which requires stabilizers such as eggs, the nitrogen technique mixes only fresh cream and milk with flavorings like sugar, salt, or chocolate. The ice cream, they report, is denser, smoother, and creamier...
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20 Things to do in Whistler this Summer

Things to do in Whistler this Summer Now that British Columbia has moved into Phase 3 of its COVID-19 Restart Plan, residents of British Columbia can travel within the province. Whistler is our favourite weekend getaway and/or day trip from Vancouver, so we thought we’d write a detailed guide about things to do in Whistler this summer.  We love Whistler. It’s our favourite home away from home.  We like to visit at least 4-5 times per year, ideally once per season. It’s an easy 1.5 hour dri...
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Things to do at Harrison Hot Springs with kids in the summer

Harrison Hot Springs with kids Located on the shores of Harrison Lake and surrounded by evergreen mountains, the quaint Village of Harrison Hot Springs in British Columbia is a perfect family getaway for Vancouverites. We’ve known about it for years (it’s a recommended day trip from Vancouver), however, this was our first time visiting Harrison Hot Springs with kids. As I reflect on our 4 day trip to Harrison Hot Springs, I’m questioning why it took so long for us to visit? I’m not sure what ...
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The heli adventure tour that moves at a glacial pace

Compass Heli Tours, an adventure outfitter based near Vancouver, Canada, takes guests on a four-hour heli-kayaking trip of a lifetime. The tour, which doesn't come cheap, includes kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and fishing -- amid melting glaciers.
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25 Awesome Day Trips from Vancouver, Canada

The best day trips from Vancouver, British Columbia If you’ve visited Vancouver, chances are you’ve walked around Stanley Park’s iconic seawall, visited Granville Island, snapped a photo of the old Steam Clock in Gastown, shopped on Robson Street and raised a glass in Granville’s entertainment district. In this post, we want to get outside the city and share our favourite day trips from Vancouver. While there are countless things to see and do in Vancouver, there’s even more adventure waiting...
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Microsoft president Brad Smith slams Trump's order suspending work visas: 'Now is not the time to cut our nation off from the world's talent' (MSFT)

President Trump signed an executive order on Monday suspending entry into the US for immigrant workers, including highly skilled H-1B visas often used by Microsoft employees. Microsoft President Brad Smith condemned the order, saying it comes at a time when the US needs those workers most. Microsoft is among the most prolific H-1B visas sponsors. The company has opened and expanded an office in Vancouver, Canada, for the country's relative ease in bringing in talent from other countries. Amazo...
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How to Watch Apple's WWDC 2020 Keynote on June 22

Apple's 31st Worldwide Developers Conference will be a digital-only event in 2020, with no physical gathering planned due to the ongoing global health crisis. The virtual event starts a little later in the month than usual, on June 22, and is free for anyone. As with previous years, Apple is kicking off WWDC with a keynote on the first day, offering a look at some upcoming products and providing the first details on new operating systems. Rumors have suggested we could potentially see a new...
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Lies About Hydroxychloroquine, Just Like Lies About Guns

Opinion by Alan Chwick & Joanne D Eisen Lies About Hydroxychloroquine, Just Like Lies About Guns, iStock-807078422 USA – -(AmmoLand.com)- We gun owners quickly know truth from lies. If we miss our target, the truth is, we did something wrong. Gun owners are also good at smelling the BS as in bogus science as we have seen it time and again in “gun violence' research. It has now become more than evident that one of our major parties has broken with the tradition of the peaceful transfer of pr...
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Canada court finds against Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou on double criminality; extradition trial to continue

In a closely-watched decision today, the Supreme Court of British Columbia published a key decision in the extradition case of Meng Wanzhou, the CFO of Huawei Technologies, China’s largest telecommunications company and a frequent target of U.S. policymakers. In its ruling, the court said that the case met the standard for “double criminality,” and thus the extradition hearing will be allowed to continue. That decision represents a major blow to Huawei, which had hoped to end the suit and bri...
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Hello! Looking to connect with a baking expert in Vancouver, Canada!

Hello! Looking to connect with a baking expert in Vancouver, Canada! Submitted by Sahiba on May 26, 2020 - 2:04pm. Hi, I am looking to connect with a baking guru in Vancouver, BC. I have recently started a new project here and am looking to partner with someone who has experience in the baking industry. Thank you!
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Vancouver streets during COVID-19

As most cities all around the world have been in lockdown for several weeks, video footage has been emerging of exactly how bizarre those conditions look from a bird’s-eye view. In a drone video of Vancouver, Canada, captured by photographer Spencer Watson, the sheer emptiness of the city is brought to light. The video, called “Come Together Stay Apart,” shows Vancouver’s typically busy streets completely deserted. From the quiet Lions Gate Bridge to the Olympic cauldron, Granville Street,...
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THICKEN YOUR UTERINE LINING FOR CONCEPTION

How To Treat A Thin Uterine Lining To Improve Fertility Guest Post By Dr. Spence PentlandOne of the major causes of infertility and IVF failure is a thin uterine lining, inadequate blood flow to the uterus, i.e. low uterine artery pulsatility index. Treatment to increase blood flow is essential to improving fertility and reducing chances of miscarriage. It should be noted that stress, lack of exercise, not enough rest, lack of joy, and certain foods all can inhibit blood flow to the...
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‘The Flash’ Actor Logan Williams Dies at 16

Logan Williams, best known for his role as young Barry Allen on The CW’s “The Flash,” died suddenly on Thursday, according to The Tri-City News and social media posts from his co-stars. He was 16. The cause of death has not been revealed. Williams was born in Vancouver, Canada, and grew up in the suburb […]
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Canucks’ 4 Best All-Time

It is entirely possible that we’ve already seen the final games of the 2019-20 NHL season, as the COVID-19 suspension looms into Week 3. The longer the halt, the less likely it is that the season will resume. With that in consideration, this season was a special season for the Vancouver Canucks as they celebrated their 50th anniversary. Funnily enough, they have actually only played 48 seasons, since their debut in the league was the 1970-71 season (making the 2020-21 season the official 50-y...
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