Daily Archives: 11/14/2018

Faith leaders in Queens hold Vigil for Pittsburgh – By Dr. Dhanpaul Narine

Faith leaders in Queens hold Vigil for Pittsburgh

Dr. Dhanpaul Narine

– By Dr. Dhanpaul Narine – The West Indian . NOV 03, 2018 .

In the beginning it was the word. Then came other words that went to a good place. But there were those for whom the words meant nothing. They heard but did not listen and the consequences were severe. The major religions of the world have emphasized the hallowed place of words. This was the theme of a Vigil that was held to pay respects to the eleven Jews that were murdered in a synagogue last weekend. The atrocity took place in Pittsburgh by someone that harbored hate.         Continue reading

Nostalgia: Guyana Folk Songs – Bing Serrao and the Ramblers

This is an early recording of Bing Serrao and the Ramblers … maybe in the early 1960’s

This Band – now a trio – still plays at events in Toronto, Canada, The oldest member is 84 years old.

Guyana President diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma – undergoing treatment

Guyana: President Granger diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma – undergoing treatment

President David Granger

President David Granger has been diagnosed in Cuba with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma and underwent surgery and began a second phase of treatment today, according to a statement from the Guyana Embassy in Havana, Cuba.

The statement said that the President is expected to make a full recovery under the supervision of his doctors.

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Ontario Is Begging For Skilled Trade Workers And Is Looking To Give Free Education

Ontario Is Begging For Skilled Trade Workers And Is Looking To Give Free Education To Get 1,200 People In The Workforce

It’s the perfect time to make a career switch and learn a new trade.

While some people head to university for good career prospects, there is another way to make a good living in Canada without having to rack up school debt. If you’re someone who likes to get their hands dirty then it may be time to start exploring your options working in a skilled trade.

Right now, Ontario is looking to send 1,200 Ontarians into apprenticeship programs absolutely free because the province is in need of more specialized workers. Tradespeople are workers who specialize in a particular field that requires work experience, on-the-job training, and some formal education.

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Robotics and Jobs: Chart of the Week: “Man vs Machine” – Infographic

     Forecasting a Robot-Driven Workplace … Arriving Shortly

Chart of the Week: “Man vs Machine”

Chart of the Week is a feature each Friday that reveals interesting market data.

Will a Robot Take Your Job?

By 2022, about one-fifth of global jobs will be impacted by AI advancements in the workplace.

However, this impact will not be distributed evenly between industries or roles.

Today’s chart looks at the specific types of work skills that robots are taking over.

We also look at which types of jobs will be the most stable during this transition, the new roles will be created, and which jobs are the most in jeopardy.

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>> See the Chart of the Week