Lac Megantic trial

The engineer who was driving the train that exploded in Lac Megantic in 2013 wants to prove his innocense.

The lawyer for Tom Harding is dropping his motion to have a stay of proceedings in the case. He says Harding wants a trial to give his verson of events and show he did not commit criminal negligence.

He and two other men have been charged with 47 counts of criminal negligence causing death for the victims of the fiery accident that killed 47 people.

CES show

It’s the time of year that gadget lovers love the most. The massive Consumer Electronics Show is underway at several venues in Las Vegas showing off their wares and ideas for the future.

Samsung is one of the largest exhibitors with demonstrations of its boat racing, air show and other virtual-reality experiences in chairs that move.  Hyundai is offering virtual reality demos for people to see what it’s like to ride in an autonomous car. There are also flashy concept cars like the Toyota Concept-i/ Its doors flip up and down and it has a 3-D display.