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.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 24, 2020
12 Black Friday deals you need to know about across the US
Big savings on electronics, retail stores, and even your future travel plans.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 23, 2020
8 comfy essentials from Portland stores to splurge on this holiday season
Poufs, Ottomans, Sofas, and a couple of other unique choices.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 20, 2020
Oregon reports over 1,300 new COVID-19 cases, four new deaths
A record-high number of cases.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 20, 2020
City of Portland launches website to support local businesses
The State of Oregon is stepping up to help too.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 20, 2020
8 local Portland gyms that are offering online classes during the "freeze"
Fire up the laptop and your abs.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 20, 2020
The CDC is asking Americans to avoid travel this Thanksgiving
Setting numerous guidelines on staying safe during the holiday.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 20, 2020
Oregon reports a record-high 1,225 new COVID-19 cases, 20 new deaths
414 COVID-19 patients are hospitalized across the state.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 20, 2020
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.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 19, 2020
8 stunning hiking trails to check out around Portland
From 10 minutes to 2 hours from the city, the greenery doesn't disappoint.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 19, 2020
Oregon Zoo's holiday light display running as drive-thru event this year
A display of more than 1.5 million bright lights!
- Ben Barak
- Nov 19, 2020
Oregon reports 1,099 new COVID-19 cases, 10 new deaths
This brings the state's death toll to 778.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 19, 2020
10 places to get takeout in Portland as indoor dining shutters
From sushi to brisket to donuts.🤤
- Ben Barak
- Nov 19, 2020
You can have Zoom chats for as long as you want this Thanksgiving
Lots of time to give thanks.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 18, 2020
Tis officially the season: Mariah Carey is dropping Christmas special soon
That's all we want for Christmas.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 18, 2020
State program to help Oregon business owners avoid layoffs
The Work Share program subsidizes reduced employee hours.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 18, 2020
7 places to find the perfect Christmas tree in Portland
Real trees for some real holiday cheer.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 18, 2020
FDA approves first COVID-19 test for at home use with quick results
With results in just 30 minutes or less.
- Ben Barak
- Nov 18, 2020
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