Leons Headlines Dec 20: Warm Christmas Forecast: Christmas Eve Sun -3, Christmas Day Sun –4 and Boxing Day Sun –3. Normal for the period is –11.

-Manitoba’s teacher registry, launching Jan. 6, will provide public access to the names, certifications, and standing of educators since 1960, alongside a new professional disciplinary process.

-Pembina Trails students, teachers still struggling more than 2 weeks after cyberattack shut down network. Printers to projectors, ‘everything that you would normally use in the classroom has been kneecapped’: teacher

-$8.9M detention centre at BPS headquarters, unveiled Thursday, features 18 larger holding cells and will include on-site paramedics in the new year.

-MB spending $1.6M on aerial surveys using drones and infrared cameras to better track wildlife to protect wild animals and work with Indigenous groups and conservationists.

-Hamiota’s Matthew Tannas made Manitoba history by winning $40M from a quick pick ticket on the Dec. 3 Lotto Max draw, sharing the $80M jackpot with a Quebec winner.

-Brandon’s Keystone Centre will host the only Canadian stop of the Global Champions Arabians Tour on Aug. 8-9, 2025, with $2.7 million in prize money.

-Despite initial challenges with the GST holiday setup, retailers and restaurant owners are seeing a sales boost, with the Retail Council of Canada noting shifts in buying patterns and predicting strong Boxing Day shopping.

-Prime Minister Trudeau to shuffle his cabinet today as caucus critics call on him to quit.

Look at those wonderful Sunseeker Christmas cards!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! What an incredible morning with the Sun Seekers on the Tyler Glen Show Christmas Special! We spent the day sharing laughs, exchanging Christmas cards, and raising a glass together to celebrate an unforgettable year of great food, amazing places, and just the right amount of mayhem!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined in the fun and made this year one for the books. Here’s to more memories, more good times, and a whole lot of joy in 2025! After a holiday break the show is back January 2, 2025 at 7am. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

FUN CHRISTMAS VIDEOS:

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BOB and DOUG!!!!

And Bob and DOUG’s 12 Days of Christmas!

PREDICTIONS for 2025:

Predicting future events is inherently uncertain, but several analysts and institutions have offered forecasts for 2025 based on current trends and historical data. Here are ten notable predictions:

-Mainstream AI Adoption in Enterprises: It’s anticipated that 2025 will mark significant AI integration within businesses, particularly through the use of pre-trained models for tasks like feature extraction and data analysis.
ECKERSON GROUP

-Advancements in Biotech: Saxo Bank suggests a potential game-changing breakthrough in biotechnology by 2025, possibly revolutionizing healthcare and disease treatment.
SAXO BANK

-Rise in Technological Unemployment: Projections indicate a rapid increase in job displacement due to automation and AI, affecting both white-collar and blue-collar sectors.
FUTURE TIMELINE

-Significant AI Scandal: Analysts predict a major controversy involving artificial intelligence, possibly related to ethical concerns or unintended consequences of AI deployment.
THE VERGE

-Consolidation in Streaming Services: It’s expected that some streaming platforms may merge or cease operations, leading to a more consolidated market.
THE VERGE

-Mainstream Adoption of Folding Phones: The technology sector anticipates that foldable smartphones will become widely accepted and used by consumers.

-Potential Deregulation in Technology: There is speculation about government actions to deregulate or break up large tech companies, impacting industry dynamics.
THE VERGE

-Economic Growth Acceleration Post-Election: Some economists forecast that the U.S. economy will experience accelerated growth following the 2024 election, influenced by policy changes.
BUSINESS INSIDER

-Stock Market Gains: Financial analysts predict that the stock market could see significant growth, with potential gains of up to 20% in 2025.

-Technological Innovations in Transportation: Advancements in autonomous vehicles and related technologies are expected to make notable progress, influencing transportation industries.