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The News ParkCanada Job ScamsThe global economy is currently facing significant turmoil due to the aftermath of the pandemic. Countries around the world are grappling with the economic repercussions, leading to widespread challenges. The consequences of this are evident as individuals are experiencing job losses, resulting in a surge in unemployment rates.Within Canada, the unemployment rate slightly rose from 5.4% in the previous month to 5.5% in July 2023. This increase was in line with expectations from the market and marks the third consecutive escalation to levels last observed in January 2022. This trend reflects a certain softening in the Canadian labor market.In this challenging economic...
2023-09-0204 min
The News ParkTop 10 Richest Politicians in the USToday we’ll explore a fascinating world where money and politics come together. We’ll be talking about the top 10 richest politicians of the United States. Yes, These people are titans of both ballots and balance sheets as they influence not only nation's governance but have also amassed fortunes that mirror their influence.
2023-08-1906 min
The News ParkWhat America Wants ?Ever wondered what crosses the minds of young Americans when they think about their ideal President? What are the everyday issues that matter, is it medicine costs or rising house prices? And do cultural ideals influence their party preferences? Join me in unwrapping the wish list for the perfect leader that's on the minds of young Americans.
2023-08-1430 min
The News ParkTrump v. DeSantisAs the First Republican debate for Election 2024 comes closer, we discussed the top two contenders for the Republican nomination with David Jackson, journalist from USA Today who has covered the Trump administration and The White house, to discuss who could clinch the nomination to compete with President Joe Biden.
2023-08-0519 min
The News ParkElection 2024: What Republicans Want?As the race for US 2024 elections comes closer, there are a lot of topics that are gaining momentum. Be it abortion, gun control, or immigration, each of the candidates running for the White House have their own understanding and their own policy for each of these topics. But what do the US citizens want? How different are the views of Democrats and Republicans? Today I sat down with Julie, who is a Republican voter, and I discussed each of these points to understand her perspective as a Republican voter.
2023-07-2946 min
The News ParkElection 2024: Where does Ron DeSantis stand?With less than a month remaining for the first Republican primary debate, six republicans have qualified for the first debate. One of the candidates is Ron DeSantis, the famous Florida Governor, who is touted to be the the main challenger to Former president Donald Trump in his race to capture the Republican nomination.However, lately there have been lots of questions being raised about his ‘electability’, ‘likeness’ and ‘ability to lead the country’. I sat down with Ankur to discuss where Ron De Santis stands and what are the things that separate him from the rest of the Republican lot.
2023-07-2716 min
The News ParkElection 2024: Bidenomics with Rick NewmanAs the excitement builds for the 2024 Election, American citizens have many pressing concerns on their minds. Topics like Abortion, Gun control, and LGBTQ+ rights are sparking heated debates. But, among these critical issues, the recent economic downturn stands out as the primary concern for most Americans.In our exclusive interview with Rick Newman, a distinguished expert from Yahoo Finance, we delved into the economic landscape under the Biden administration and how it might impact the upcoming race to the White House in 2024.
2023-07-2434 min
The News ParkElection 2024: Joe Biden's Report CardLast year, President Joe Biden's State of the Union address was brimming with promises, covering a wide range of issues, including Ukraine, infrastructure, immigration, and reproductive rights. Now, as the country gears up for what seems to be a nail-biting 2024 election, it's time to assess how well the president has delivered on those pledges. We delved into last year's claims and tracked his progress diligently. Here's our report card, featuring a scale of success, in progress, needs improvement, or fail. Let's see how the president measures up.
2023-07-2018 min
The News ParkElection 2024: The CandidatesIt's that time again. The US elections.With months to go before the first primary ballots are cast, the field for the 2024 presidential election is rapidly taking shape. On the Democratic side, President Biden announced he is running but faces no serious challengers. Former President Donald Trump is mounting a third consecutive bid, and several other Republicans are running or considering a campaign. A Republican showdown is set to dominate the early months of the 2024 presidential election cycle, with more than a half-dozen candidates competing for the nomination.
2023-07-1716 min
The News ParkThreads Vs TwitterThreads has burst onto the scene, and the excitement is palpable. With an astonishing 30 million sign-ups in just a short time, including prominent brands, celebrities, and journalists, it's clear that Threads has captured the attention of many. The launch of Threads feels like the first day of school, with eager early adopters rushing to try out the app and share their first posts. As of Thursday morning, Threads was the top free app on Apple’s App Store and a top trending topic on Twitter. The question on everyone's mind is whether Threads can dethrone Twitter, and the early buzz se...
2023-07-0710 min
The News ParkPrank video gone wrongCreators may go to great lengths to make their prank videos more outrageous and attention-grabbing. This can involve using elaborate props, creating staged scenarios, or even involving unsuspecting members of the public in the prank. Just like any other person I find them entertaining too, it’s curiosity after all. The desire to watch newer and newer content, the availability of new content in the digital age, and our brain's reward system. We just cannot stop ourselves from watching such content. Creators may also feel pressure to escalate their pranks in order to maintain their viewership or compete with other cr...
2023-05-2910 min
The News ParkTitle 42Today's episode takes us into the heart of a controversial topic that has been making headlines—the Title 42 expulsions at the border. As we unpack this complex issue, we'll be drawing insights from what's been happening at the US Mexico border and political arena in Washington DC. We need to navigate through the legal, humanitarian, and public health dimensions of Title 42, and uncover the debates surrounding its implementation to fully understand the situation. Let's dive in and unveil the multifaceted perspectives on this critical issue.What is Title 42? why is this relevant now and how is this related to migrants fr...
2023-05-2009 min
The News ParkPlanning retirement in space for realImagine being the first space tourist and having the means to take a trip to the International Space Station. The experience of looking down on our planet from above is something that stays with you forever. Now, years later, you have the opportunity to do it all over again. While you are imagining all this, the first space tourist is actually planning his retirement vacation around a second trip to space. Space tourism is becoming more accessible to the public, and more companies are getting involved in making this once-in-a-lifetime experience available to everyone. Today, we’re going to discuss wh...
2023-05-1710 min
The News ParkUK’s New ruler: King Charles IIIKing Charles III was officially crowned king in the first coronation in Britain since 1953 on May 6th, 20231. The coronation ceremony took place at Westminster Abbey in London at 11am U.K. time2. The coronation concert was broadcast live across the world and was watched by millions of people.Although this was the first coronation in seven decades, a lot has changed since the last one. There was a stream of protests across London opposing the coronation. But why are people of England against this coronation and King Charles in general?
2023-05-0711 min
The News ParkJohnson's & Johnson's Cancer BattleEveryone knows Johnson's & Johnson's Baby Powder. It might be there on your dressing table right now. Millions of us have been exposed to it at some point during our lifetimes. The product has been on the market for more than 100 years, having been first introduced in 1894 for babies as a means of preventing and treating diaper rash. But recently Johnson & Johnson has been battling with tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming that its baby powder causes cancer. Can baby powder really cause cancer or is it just a hoax by some to bring the company’s reputation down?
2023-04-2413 min
The News ParkNBA Players: the GOAT!Why Are NBA Players so tall? Why are NBA players injury-prone? Why are NBA players paid so much? Why are NBA players' feet deformed? There are millions of crazy searches about NBA players, their life, fame, luxury and money. Well it is true that NBA players are among the highest-paid professional athletes in the world. But being the best player in the world does not come that easy. Behind all that fame is years of training, multiple injuries and setbacks and let’s not forget the pressure of performing at a high level in front of millions of fans. With th...
2023-04-1813 min
The News ParkWhat’s happening in Punjab, India?Authorities in Punjab, India's sole Sikh-majority state, are intensifying efforts to locate a prominent figure within the separatist movement, taking extraordinary measures in the process. Police are conducting a large-scale crackdown in their search for Amritpal Singh, who has been dubbed as a "self-proclaimed preacher" in the country's English-language press. Last month, Singh managed to evade arrest alongside several of his followers, prompting officers to apprehend over 100 individuals suspected of "disrupting law and order" as a precautionary measure.
2023-04-1215 min
The News ParkChina and its Human Genome Experiments: Still happening?Are you fascinated by genes and what they can do? When you look at your favorite actor, do you also say - he has got the perfect looks, perfect built, perfect skin I bet it’s in his genes. But then what do you do about it? Nothing, right? Apparently, the Chinese take it more seriously. The Chinese government seems to have invested heavily in science and technology, including gene-editing research. The government has also launched several initiatives, such as the Thousand Talents Plan, to attract and retain talented scientists and researchers for it. But things don’t always go as p...
2023-03-2614 min
The News ParkChina and its Human Genome Experiments: Still happening?Are you fascinated by genes and what they can do? When you look at your favorite actor, do you also say - he has got the perfect looks, perfect built, perfect skin I bet it’s in his genes. But then what do you do about it? Nothing, right? Apparently, the Chinese take it more seriously. The Chinese government seems to have invested heavily in science and technology, including gene-editing research. The government has also launched several initiatives, such as the Thousand Talents Plan, to attract and retain talented scientists and researchers for it. But things don’t alway go as p...
2023-03-2614 min
The News ParkMrs Bhattacharya v. NorwayIn 2011, Anurup and Sagarika Bhattacharya, an Indian couple who were residing in Norway, made an emotional plea to Indian authorities, desperately seeking help in bringing their children back home. The couple's children, Abhigyan and Aishwarya, had been "confiscated" by the Norwegian Child Welfare Services (CWS) in May of that year, on the grounds of "neglect" and "emotional disconnect" between the mother and her kids. . This event marked the beginning of a two-year period of chaos and grueling custody battles, Ten years on, Sagarika’s painful fight to have her children returned to her is being made into a...
2023-03-1618 min
The News ParkMrs Bhattacharya v. NorwayIn 2011, Anurup and Sagarika Bhattacharya, an Indian couple who were residing in Norway, made an emotional plea to Indian authorities, desperately seeking help in bringing their children back home. The couple's children, Abhigyan and Aishwarya, had been "confiscated" by the Norwegian Child Welfare Services (CWS) in May of that year, on the grounds of "neglect" and "emotional disconnect" between the mother and her kids. . This event marked the beginning of a two-year period of chaos and grueling custody battles,Ten years on, Sagarika’s painful fight to have her children returned to her is being made into a...
2023-03-1618 min
The News ParkMusician or Machine: Who owns AI-music?There’s a lot happening in the field of artificial intelligence right now. And that goes for music, too, both in terms of making music and producing it. Many artists have moved away from manual style of producing music and are now using Artificial Intelligence in the production process. How do you think you get your highly personalized playlists on your phone? AI is changing the way music is created and listened to. Recently, Drake fans began using an AI generator to create their own tracks in his style. And also recently, David Guetta said that the future of mu...
2023-03-0616 min
The News ParkImmigration and Canada : Worth the Effort?If you search “Canada Immigration” on Google, you get more than 600 million results in less than half a second, and for the term “US immigration” the number is over 2 billion.Canada has been lately leading the pack of countries trying to invite international talent from all around the world. With its many immigration policies like foreign skilled workers, Canadian experience class and its extensive immigration targets, its also becoming the number one choice to immigrate to for people specifically from India and China.My co-host Mugdha recently completed one year since immigrating to Canada on her own...
2023-02-2530 min
The News Park“The largest con in corporate history”?Let me tell you a story. A small town Indian guy with years of hard work becomes one of the richest people in the world. He creates a business empire with multiple companies in various sectors.His business was growing, and investors were happy. But suddenly one research report about his business hits the headlines accusing him of pulling off “the largest con in corporate history.”. This Indian guy, now a billionaire, loses half of his wealth within a span of days. Intrigued?January 24th 2023 will be the date that Adani Enterprise will never forget.
2023-02-2113 min
The News ParkWhat future holds for Turkey and Syria?People lost their family, apartment buildings and houses have literally been flattened. The situation in Turkey and Syria is heartbreaking. As more time passes, the chances of survival for those trapped in earthquake rubble is decreasing significantly. Below-freezing temperatures across the area have further reduced the odds of finding survivors.But as time passes, one wonders how will these countries recover from this disastrous event.https://donate.redcross.ca/page/121799/donate/1https://www.savethechildren.org/us/what-we-do/emergency-response/turkey-syria-earthquakehttps://give.unhcr.ca/page/121742/donate/1https://www.wfp.org...
2023-02-1414 min
The News ParkMillennial dilemma: The Cost for EducationThere is no doubt that Millennials are more educated than previous generations. A generation also known as Gen Y, are those born from 1980 to 1996. Most have a bachelor’s degree or higher. And more women in this age are in the workforce. So, what about the millennial generation of parents today? Every year, 82 percent of babies are born to millennial parents. Because of the prominence of the Internet, smartphones and social media, the way millennials parents research schools have also changed dramatically.Research shows that more than 80% of all online searches begin with an unbranded term — such as “...
2023-02-0616 min
The News ParkGun culture: People VS NRA“A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” This is the second amendment in the constitution of the United States.This short sentence has been the center of a lot of controversies. One might believe that one sentence can be interpreted in one way, but that's not the case with this sentence.
2023-01-3013 minThe News Park2023: Year of Recession and Layoffs18K, 12k, 11k, 10k, 5k, 3.5k and 500. These numbers are not random, ask someone working in a white collar job right now. These numbers represent the total number of layoffs that have happened in top tech companies since the start of 2023.Amazon, Google, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, all big tech giants have made job cuts blaming the current economic condition and an impending recession.But what led to this mess? An industry which was booming and handing out huge salaries as recently as six months ago is suddenly on its knees.
2023-01-2415 minThe News Park8 Billion and Counting: The Tokyo DriftIn the wake of the pandemic, many Japanese found themselves wanting to move — and often to more rural and remote parts of the country.For some, it was to avoid the high transmission rates of the big city, while for others, it was more about capitalizing on the freedom that newfound remote work had provided. Still, others opted for rural locations to save money in the wake of pandemic-related job-losses and industry downturns.We’re a few years from that initial pandemic surge, but the move toward rural Japan is still ongoing.As the...
2023-01-2217 minThe News ParkEl Chapo's MexicoIn a survey done in 2022, it was found that the top vacation destination for Americans is MexicoRich culture, beautiful beaches, vibrant music and delicious cuisines are some of the things people use to describe Mexico. But, this North American nation has another side to it: the land of “Drug Cartels”. This side came to the for-front in the first few days of the New Year when Ovidio Guzmán López, also known as "El Chapo’s son was arrested causing riots in the state of Sinaloa, Mexico.El Chapo was arrested in 2016, and even aft...
2023-01-1614 minThe News ParkLeaky Condo CrisisIn 1986, Vancouver, Canada completed 100 years, its centennial year. A city which was up until that time considered “sleepy”, suddenly was at the centre of everything. Something happened in 1986 that changed how people saw Vancouver. And that change was Expo-86.The expo brought Vancouver to centre stage, but along with that it also brought with it decades long headache for residents of this West coast city. What was that headache? Leaky condo crisis.
2023-01-0915 min