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Deep in the Amazon, researchers have uncovered a complex of ancient cities — using laser technology

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The Current16:20Huge ancient city discovered in Amazon “Wow” was all archaeologist Stéphen Rostain could say when LiDAR (light detection and ranging) laser technology revealed several ancient cities hidden deep in the Amazon rainforest. “It’s a gift for an archaeologist,” he told The Current‘s Matt Galloway.  Using the laser-scanning technology, researchers have uncovered a complex network of … Read more

Vacationers searching for answers after finding chewed mattress, missing toilet seats at resort

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A relaxing vacation in Cuba was what Jeff Phelps thought he was signing up for when he booked a 20th wedding anniversary trip with Sunwing.  That’s not what they got when they arrived at the Grand Memories Varadero, listed as a 4.5-star facility, during the holidays.  The family opened the door to the room and “the first thing that … Read more

Scientists work to stop self-cloning crayfish in Burlington, Ont., pond after 1st detection in Canada

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An invasive species of crayfish that reproduces by cloning itself was discovered last summer in a Burlington, Ont., park — the first time the marbled crayfish has been identified in the wild in North America. Since then, a group of experts has been working to stop the species from spreading.  The crayfish are in City View park, on … Read more

We swabbed GoodLife, Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness locations to find the germiest piece of equipment

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Sweat, heavy breathing, warm temperatures and lots of people — the gym is the perfect environment for bacteria to thrive in, which is why wiping equipment down is a normal part of gym etiquette.  But does a quick wipe really eliminate all those germs? CBC’s Marketplace swabbed equipment at several popular national gym chains to … Read more

Tiff Macklem says 2024 will be a transition year for economy, too soon to consider rate cuts

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Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says he expects 2024 to be a transition year as higher interest rates slow down the economy, making way for lower inflation. In his final speech of the year, the governor laid out his expectations for a softer economy next year and offered criteria for the central bank to start discussing rate … Read more

Time’s up for some short-term rentals in B.C. as new housing rules look set to transform scene

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Nancy Paine’s short-term rental business is dead in the water. As co-founder and CEO of Victoria-based Superhost, Paine said she had been at the forefront of the Airbnb revolution for seven years, acting as a “liaison” for homeowners needing help with the logistics of running a listing on the accommodation site. At the peak of … Read more