Two months before it changed its name to “Meta,” Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg personally introduced us to his metaverse for work: Horizon Workrooms, envisioned as a virtual space for workers to collaborate. Today, the company announced it’s shutting that space down: “Meta has made the decision to discontinue Workrooms as a standalone app, effective February 16, 2026,” reads the note tucked away on a help page.
Meta will also no longer sell its headsets and software as a service for businesses, another help page reads: “We are stopping sales of Meta Horizon managed services and commercial SKUs of Meta Quest, effective February 20, 2026.”
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/justin-trudeau-having-a-beer-right-katy-perry-sipping-a-drink.jpg?id=61342191&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=97%2C0%2C98%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>The dinner date that shook Montreal (and the world, for that matter) just got a little more interesting. </p><p>Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/katy-perry-justin-trudeau-montreal" target="_blank">headlines on Tuesday</a> when it was revealed that he and popstar Katy Perry shared a cozy dinner at Le Violon, one of Montreal's hottest new restaurants. But according to TMZ, that wasn't the end of their night.</p><p>In a <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2025/07/29/katy-perry-justin-trudeau-cozy-terrace-drinks/" target="_blank">follow-up story published on July 29</a>, the American tabloid site<i> </i>reported that the two were later spotted at Taverne Atlantic, a popular bar with a rooftop terrace in the city's Mile-Ex neighbourhood. TMZ even shared a shot of Perry and Trudeau strolling into the establishment — with Trudeau's arm appearing to rest behind the singer.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1950280760381845757">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/TMZ/status/1950280760381845757"></a>
</blockquote>
<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>Earlier in the evening, the pair were photographed through the window of Le Violon, reportedly enjoying cocktails and a lobster dinner. MTL Blog acquired the following video of the unlikely duo chatting at the table.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMs6y6Wpq-Y/?hl=en" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
<div style="padding:8px;">
<div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;">
<div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;">
</div>
</div>
<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;">
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMs6y6Wpq-Y/?hl=en" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a>
</p>
</div>
</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Danny Smiles, head chef at Le Violion, speculated on the nature of the intimate meal, saying, "I think it's friendly, but the restaurant's a romantic setting."</p><p>But what about the nightcap spot they chose?</p><p>Located on Parc Avenue, Taverne Atlantic is known for its art deco interiors, creative cocktails, and relaxed rooftop atmosphere, making it a go-to spot for date nights and casual drinks with friends alike. TMZ reported that Perry ordered a Jack and Coke, but since the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/societe-des-alcools-du-quebec" target="_blank">Société des Alcools du Québec (SAQ)</a> recently removed all American-made alcoholic products from its shelves, she settled for Canadian Club whisky. </p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C64klYer0tE/?hl=en" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
<div style="padding:8px;">
<div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;">
<div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;">
</div>
</div>
<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;">
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C64klYer0tE/?hl=en" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a>
</p>
</div>
</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Since both Perry and Trudeau are single, it's no surprise their night out has sparked plenty of rumours, and even more memes.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1950284895676441063">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/fp_905/status/1950284895676441063"></a>
</blockquote>
<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1950277426862244133">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/SaintJohnPickle/status/1950277426862244133"></a>
</blockquote>
<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>And whether they're just friends or something more, Montrealers may want to keep their eyes peeled — Perry's still in town for her Bell Centre concert on Wednesday night. </p><p><br/></p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><br/></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p><p><br/></p>
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-mugshot-of-a-quebec-criminal-right-two-quebec-provincial-police-vehicles-on-a-street.jpg?id=61090263&width=600&height=600&coordinates=264%2C0%2C264%2C0"/><br/><br/><p> A man serving a life sentence for second-degree murder has escaped from a federal prison just outside Montreal.</p><p>According to a <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2025/06/escape-from-archambault-institution-minimum-security-unit.html" target="_blank">news release from Correctional Service Canada (CSC)</a>, 56-year-old Richard Plourde was reported missing from the minimum-security unit at Archambault Institution in Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, about an hour north of the city. The escape was discovered during the 11 p.m. inmate count on Sunday, June 22.</p><p>The prison immediately notified the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/quebec-police" target="_blank">Sûreté du Québec (SQ)</a>, and a Canada-wide arrest warrant has been issued.</p><p>Plourde is serving a life sentence for multiple convictions, including second-degree murder, armed robbery, and escaping lawful custody. He has been in prison since 2004.</p><p>CSC says it's working closely with law enforcement to locate him and has launched an investigation into the circumstances of his escape.</p><p>The <a href="https://www.sq.gouv.qc.ca/recherches/richard-plourde-recherche-pour-evasion-de-garde-legale-du-penitencier-de-sainte-anne-des-plaines/" target="_blank">SQ released a public bulletin</a> confirming that Plourde is still at large as of Monday.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image"> <img alt="A mugshot of Richard Plourde." class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="bf191161fd282f0d31fd9496fd8371ab" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="421df" loading="lazy" src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-mugshot-of-richard-plourde.jpg?id=61090251&width=980"/> <small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">Anyone who sees this individual is asked to call 911 and not attempt to approach him.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="Add Photo Credit..."><a href="https://www.sq.gouv.qc.ca/recherches/richard-plourde-recherche-pour-evasion-de-garde-legale-du-penitencier-de-sainte-anne-des-plaines/" target="_blank">sq.gouv.qc.ca</a></small></p><p> He is described as 5'10" (178 cm), weighing 239 lbs (108 kg), with brown hair and blue eyes. He has several distinctive tattoos, including a clown on his left shoulder, a spider on his left arm, and the words "King Rich" on his right arm.</p><p>Officials urge the public not to approach Plourde and to contact 911 or the SQ's confidential tip line at 1-800-659-4264 if they have any information.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
