Ben Barak
Ben is a multimedia storyteller based in Toronto and a contributing writer at Daily Hive covering news and lifestyle content for Toronto and Portland.
Canada's top tech companies are hiring during a virtual job fair this week
They are looking to hire dozens of positions immediately.
12 Black Friday deals you need to know about across the US
Big savings on electronics, retail stores, and even your future travel plans.
8 comfy essentials from Portland stores to splurge on this holiday season
Poufs, Ottomans, Sofas, and a couple of other unique choices.
Oregon reports over 1,300 new COVID-19 cases, four new deaths
A record-high number of cases.
City of Portland launches website to support local businesses
The State of Oregon is stepping up to help too.
8 local Portland gyms that are offering online classes during the "freeze"
Fire up the laptop and your abs.
The CDC is asking Americans to avoid travel this Thanksgiving
Setting numerous guidelines on staying safe during the holiday.
Oregon reports a record-high 1,225 new COVID-19 cases, 20 new deaths
414 COVID-19 patients are hospitalized across the state.
Oregon reports record-high weekly COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations
Last week's COVID-19 case count was a 25% increase from the previous week.
8 stunning hiking trails to check out around Portland
From 10 minutes to 2 hours from the city, the greenery doesn't disappoint.
Oregon Zoo's holiday light display running as drive-thru event this year
A display of more than 1.5 million bright lights!
Oregon reports 1,099 new COVID-19 cases, 10 new deaths
This brings the state's death toll to 778.
10 places to get takeout in Portland as indoor dining shutters
From sushi to brisket to donuts.🤤
You can have Zoom chats for as long as you want this Thanksgiving
Lots of time to give thanks.
Tis officially the season: Mariah Carey is dropping Christmas special soon
That's all we want for Christmas.
State program to help Oregon business owners avoid layoffs
The Work Share program subsidizes reduced employee hours.
7 places to find the perfect Christmas tree in Portland
Real trees for some real holiday cheer.
FDA approves first COVID-19 test for at home use with quick results
With results in just 30 minutes or less.