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For decades, medicine has treated symptoms. Gene therapy aims to treat the cause. By targeting the root of genetic disorders, this revolutionary approach has the potential to cure diseases once thought untreatable.

Annuity laddering gives retirees guaranteed income that evolves with them through the activation in stages across decades. Learn how staggered annuities replace the pension most Canadians will never have.

Microsoft’s AI leadership says white-collar work could change dramatically within 18 months as AI systems handle more complex office tasks. Experts believe automation will reshape industries, while human creativity, leadership, and judgment remain essential in the evolving workforce.

Vancouver small business owners do not need to automate everything at once. The right first task is predictable, repetitive, and easy to write down.

From volcanic eruptions and historic flights to political turning points and global milestones, May 17–23 marks a remarkable week in world history.

While the U.S. economy has become less sensitive to oil shocks compared to the 1970s, inflation remains persistent enough to keep central banks cautious. The Federal Reserve is not operating in a vacuum, it is responding to a system where inflation has proven more resilient than expected.

Jumia plans to cut around 200 jobs as it expands the use of artificial intelligence across its operations. The company says AI is improving efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting profitability, while raising wider questions about the future of work in Africa’s tech sector.

Anthropic says future AI assistants could predict user needs before questions are asked. The vision reflects a growing industry push toward proactive, context-aware AI systems designed to simplify tasks, improve productivity, and transform how people interact with technology.