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Desi Dispatch Edition #65
Keyur Patel
May 24, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
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Hello friend,
We’re back with another exciting round of updates, stories, and sunshine! ☀️ From CRA job cuts to Alberta’s independence buzz, and even Microsoft’s engineers being replaced by their own AI (yep, seriously 😅), this week’s got a bit of everything.
Also, the weather’s finally behaving—hello patio season! 🌤 So grab a cold drink, kick back, and let’s get into it.
This week we are covering,
📉 Canada Revenue Agency Cuts 280 Jobs
📬 Canada Post Workers Refuse Overtime
🏞️ Alberta's Independence Movement in Spotlight
🤖 Microsoft Engineers Replaced by Their Own AI
☢️ India Stands Firm Against Nuclear Threats
🌞 Get ready for a week of sunshine and warmth!
Starting Saturday, temperatures will climb from the low 17°C to highs around 26°C by midweek. Expect mostly sunny skies with a few clouds here and there. No major weather alerts are in effect, so it's a perfect time to enjoy the outdoors!
Stay hydrated and don't forget your sunscreen! 😎
Postal workers are saying "no" to overtime as their union starts strike action, which might slow down mail deliveries. (Read more)
The CRA is letting go of up to 280 employees, mainly in the National Capital Region, due to organizational changes. (Read more)
Someone in Canada just hit the jackpot, winning a whopping $80 million in the Lotto Max draw! Check out the lucky winner's story.
Talks about Alberta separating from Canada are gaining attention, but not everyone is convinced about going solo. (Watch video)
Residents in a Calgary mobile home park are dealing with a big increase in lot fees, putting a strain on their finances. (Read more)
🛴 E-Scooter Safety in Edmonton Under Review! A new study looks into how safe it is to ride an e-scooter in Edmonton, shedding light on injury rates and safety concerns. (Read more)
🤖 In a surprising move, Microsoft engineers who developed AI systems are now being replaced by the very technology they created. (Read more)
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar declares that India won't give in to nuclear blackmail, sending a strong message to Pakistan from Germany. (Read more)
🧬 In a medical first, doctors have successfully edited the DNA of a baby suffering from a rare genetic disorder, offering new hope for treatment. (Watch video)
🎥 What to watch this weekend
Looking for a fun, feel-good movie this weekend? Bhool Chuk Maaf is now playing in theaters!
Starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, this rom-com follows Ranjan, who gets stuck in a time loop just before his wedding. With quirky humor and sweet moments, it's a light-hearted watch perfect for a weekend escape.
Catch it on the big screen now! Checkout the trailer below,
For the first time in Canada, pizza with a Puff Crust!
🍕 This unique combination of pizza on a puff base will melt in your mouth and give your taste buds an experience like never before. They are turning out to be the best in Edmonton by far with glowing 250+ 5-star reviews on their Google Profile.
They offer the best Indian flavours by far, with plenty of options for veg lovers, including Jain choices, as well as irresistible pasta, milkshakes, and more.
Don’t forget to give them a try this weekend,
and did we say you get 10% discount using code DesiDispatch.
And that’s all for this week! 🎉 Whether you’re catching or grabbing a bite of that puff crust pizza 🍕 (don’t forget the DesiDispatch discount 😉), make sure to treat yourself.
Stay cool, stay curious, and we’ll catch you next week with more stories, updates, and weekend picks!
— Keyur
Desi Dispatch
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