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'The Boys' spinoff 'Gen V' casts Hamish Linklater as series regular
Actor Hamish Linklater has been confirmed as a series regular for the second season of 'Gen V'. The show, set in the world of 'The Boys', revolves around the first generation of superheroes at Godolkin University and their discovery of Compound V, a substance granting powers. Linklater will play Cipher, the university's new Dean, described as charismatic and politically astute.
Study abroad: US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia — which is the best country for Indian students in terms of education cost, scholarships, jobs?
Aspiring to pursue higher studies at prestigious universities like Harvard, Cambridge, Stanford, Oxford, MIT, and others is a common goal for many Indian students. However, achieving this aspiration often presents numerous challenges. Before making a final decision about studying abroad at these highly sought-after destinations, it's essential to carefully consider various factors. Let's explore the key considerations for Indian students aiming to study in these top 5 destinations.
'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy': All you need to know about cast, filming, plot and production team
Holly Hunter will lead the new "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" series as the captain and chancellor. The show, set in the 32nd century, will focus on cadets' education, personal growth, and adventures. Filming begins in Toronto this summer with an impressive set, aiming to expand the "Star Trek" universe.
Who is Nadine Ahn, Royal Canadian Bank CFO fired for 'undisclosed relationship'
Nadine Ahn, the former Chief Financial Officer of Royal Bank of Canada, was fired for violating the bank's code of conduct by maintaining an unreported personal relationship with another employee, leading to allegations of preferential treatment. Despite being cleared of financial misconduct, Ahn's actions were deemed a breach of conduct. The bank appointed Katherine Gibson as interim CFO while searching for a permanent successor.
Ocean floor 'reservoir' of plastic pollution, study finds
Research estimates 3-11 million tonnes of plastic on ocean floor, acting as a reservoir for pollution. Understanding plastic pathways crucial for protecting marine ecosystems and wildlife as plastic use expected to double by 2040.
Colleges brace for financial hit on Canada’s foreign student crackdown
Ontario limits college spaces for international students, affecting revenue and program suspensions. Conestoga College and public-private partnerships are impacted. Postgraduate work excluded. Toronto institutions face restrictions due to federal government cap.
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India-Canadian director Nisha Pahuja bags an Oscar nomination for docudrama ‘To Kill A Tiger’
The film traces the journey of a poor father, who launches a crusade to seek justice for his teen daughter, a rape victim.
Foreign students cross 1 million mark in Canada: Report
Tt the end of December last year, there were 1,028,850 study permit holders, with just over half of them in Ontario, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) told The Globe and Mail news outlet.
A spoon of flaxseeds a day can keep breast cancer diagnosis at bay, claims new study
Consumption of flaxseed can alter the relationship between gut microbes and microRNA, thereby decreasing the risk of a breast cancer diagnosis.
Fifty-six Indian universities figure in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024
The rankings feature 1397 institutions across 95 countries and territories, more than double the number featured in last year’s pilot edition. The University of Toronto is named the world’s most sustainable university, followed by the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) in second and The University of Manchester in the third place.
QS World University Sustainability rankings: University of Toronto global best, University of Delhi leads India contingent
The ranking evaluates the social and environmental impact of universities as a center's of education and research, as well as a major employers with the operational sustainability challenges of any large and complex organization.
Drake's new face tattoo pays homage to his Toronto roots
The term has its roots in the Arabic word “miskin,” commonly understood as “misfortunate” or “poor.” According to the University of Toronto magazine, the translation is “a pathetic person or situation.” An image of the tattoo can be seen here. However, as of the latest update, there is no indication that Drake has shared a picture or offered an explanation for his most recent tattoo.
Toronto resident lists half-a-bed for over 900 Canadian dollars per month
A Facebook post, now deleted, proposed renting out half of a bed for a staggering 900 Canadian dollars per month. This eyebrow-raising attempt to cope with the exorbitant housing market underscores the severity of the issue in Toronto, known as the second-most expensive housing market in Canada.
Deeply committed to supporting your wellbeing: Toronto university seeks to reassure international students amid India-Canada standoff
The University of Toronto has reassured its student community, particularly international students from India, amidst the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic standoff. The university expressed its commitment to supporting the wellbeing of its students and highlighted the importance of face-to-face connections that will be hindered by India's suspension of visa processing.
University of Toronto extends support to Indian students, draws up plans for those unable to travel for new term
To alleviate concerns, the University of Toronto has expressed support for its Indian students. The university has provided resources for international students, including immigration and visa support, academic and personal support services, and a Mental Health Portal.
Even moderate temperature rise may cause increased hospital visits, death, says study
Researchers from the University of Waterloo and Toronto Metropolitan University have demonstrated that 18.4 °C night-time temperatures can lead to increased hospital visits and mortality rates among older adults and people with cardiorespiratory conditions. In order to determine the health impacts of heatwaves and poor air quality, the researchers have developed a more comprehensive method of data collection.
QS World University Rankings 2024: These are the best universities in the world
Institutions in both Europe and America dominate the top 10 rankings, many of which received perfect scores of 100 in indicators such as: ‘Academic reputation’, ‘Employer reputation’ and ‘Faculty/Student ratio’.
Sarah Langs showered with love on Lou Gehrig Day; Here’s all you need to know about her
Sarah Langs is known for her expertise in statistical analysis in the world of baseball and her infectious enthusiasm for the sport.
AI chips are hot. Here's what they are, what they're for and why investors see gold
Such chips have suddenly taken center stage in what some experts consider an AI revolution that could reshape the technology sector - and possibly the world along with it. Shares of Nvidia, the leading designer of AI chips, rocketed up almost 25% last Thursday after the company forecast a huge jump in revenue that analysts said indicated soaring sales of its products. The company was briefly worth more than $1 trillion on Tuesday.
AI chips are hot. Here's what they are, what they're for and why investors see gold
Such chips have suddenly taken center stage in what some experts consider an AI revolution that could reshape the technology sector - and possibly the world along with it. Shares of Nvidia, the leading designer of AI chips, rocketed up almost 25% last Thursday after the company forecast a huge jump in revenue that analysts said indicated soaring sales of its products.
Lavish Indian weddings are back and bigger than ever
The pandemic break from India's lavish weddings has ended, with extravagant affairs costing anywhere from $1 million to $5 million becoming the norm for high-profile couples. The Confederation of All India Traders report that Bollywood-style celebrations accounted for about $45bn from three million weddings between November and December last year.
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew faces off with Congress over security fears
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have been swept up in a wider geopolitical battle between Beijing and Washington over trade and technology.
'Well met. We pause, and go our separate ways'
The passing of the mathematician, political activist, and science fiction writer Chandler Davis in September last year has gone unremarked in these parts. It ought not have. Chan Davis was one of the most remarkable figures of his time.
What's the buzz! Honey can help people with diabetes & high cholesterol, says study
The research was carried out by a team based in the University of Toronto,
Canadian scientists lead Nobel Prize medicine race for developing mRNA vaccine
Research has estimated that 19.8 million lives were saved by the vaccines in 2021.
Canadian TikTok presenter Tanya Pardazi dies in skydiving accident. See what happened
Tanya Pardazi, a TikTok presenter who also participated in the Miss Teenage Canada beauty pageant in 2017 where she was among the semi-finalists, died while attempting to skydive in a Toronto skydiving school.
'Kaali' poster row: NRI director Leena Manimekalai says she has nothing to lose, wants to 'speak without fear'
The Toronto-based film-maker has waded into controversy with the poster of her film 'Kaali'.
Ford administration refuses to disclose how long it fought to keep mandate letters secret
The Ontario government did not reveal the number of hours that lawyers worked on behalf of premier Doug Ford to protect the confidentiality of his mandate letters. Keep reading to learn more details about it.
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