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Internal Tesla memo says EV maker to lay off over 10% of staff: Tesla will lay off more than 10% of its global workforce, an internal memo seen by Reuters on ...
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Canada spies found China interfered in last two elections, probe hears: OTTAWA (Reuters) -- Canada's domestic spy agency concluded that China interfered in ...
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'How gold becomes guns': heist spotlights illegal US-Canada gun trade: The majority of handguns used in Canadian crimes come from the US, where gun laws are much ...
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Palestinian photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
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Ottawa to force banks to identify carbon rebate by name in direct deposits: The first rebate deposits in 2022 were generically labelled – ‘federal payment’ and ...
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Paid articlePaid Bitcoin’s latest ‘halving’ has arrived and here’s what you need to know: Bitcoin holding steady at about $63,907 after ‘halving’
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Quick Glance: Bitcoin 'Halving' Completed, CoinGecko Reports
- Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, completed its 'halving' on Friday, a phenomenon that occurs roughly every four years according to CoinGecko.
- Following the 'halving', Bitcoin remained relatively stable, dropping by 0.47% to $63,747.
- The 'halving' was integrated into Bitcoin's code at its inception to reduce the rate of new Bitcoins being created.
- Experts are divided on whether the upcoming 'halving' will boost Bitcoin's price, with some viewing it as already factored in, while others remain skeptical.
Apple removes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on government order: Apple removes WhatsApp from China app store based on national security concerns
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Body Shop Canada considers sale as demand outpaces inventory - National | Globalnews.ca
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Tehran plays down Israeli attacks, signals no further retaliation: An Iranian official told Reuters there were no plans to respond against Israel for the ...
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Quick Glance: Israel and Iran Step Back
- Iran and Israel pull back after attacks, avoiding direct escalation
- Both Iran and Israel have shown limited responses so far to prevent full-scale war
- Region remains tense, conflict between Israel and Iran remains precarious and unpredictable
- While both sides aim to avoid all-out war, the situation remains volatile and dangerous
Meta says you can’t turn off its new AI tool on Facebook, Instagram - National | Globalnews.ca
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Three Russians parachute from stratosphere to North Pole: MOSCOW, April 19 (Reuters) - Three Russians set a world record for parachuting from the Earth's ...
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Person reportedly engulfed in flames outside New York courthouse where Trump trial underway
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Neeru Bajwa breaks down as she recalls dad working at a gas station despite being a doctor, mom working as housekeeper during pregnancy
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Canada's plan to raise taxes on the savings of wealthy people and corporations is likely to hold back investment, potentially adding to the productivity ...
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Fossils of colossal snake Vasuki unearthed in India mine: Fossil vertebrae unearthed in a lignite mine are the remains of one of the largest snakes that ever ...
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Israel attacks Iran, sources say, drones reported over Isfahan: An Iranian official says there is no plan for an "immediate retaliation" after reports of ...
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Musicians pay tribute to Allman Brothers guitarist Dickey Betts after death at 80
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Dickey Betts, Singer-Guitarist of Allman Brothers Band, Dies at 80
- Dickey Betts, the singer, songwriter, and guitarist of the Allman Brothers Band, passed away at the age of 80 due to cancer and COPD.
- Known for his distinctive guitar style and hits like 'Ramblin' Man,' Betts was a significant figure in Southern rock.
- His family announced his peaceful passing and requested privacy and prayers during this difficult time.
- Betts leaves behind a musical legacy that has shaped the Southern rock genre.
Kenny Brooks signs another incoming freshman for UK women’s basketball
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Reuters: Kremlin clamps down on officials' travel over state secret fears: Pressure is being placed on all government ministries by Russia’s Federal ...
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N.S. justice minister resigns after saying domestic violence not an epidemic | Globalnews.ca
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Israeli ‘aggression’ on Iran is an escalation against the region: Hamas official: Israel’s “aggression” on Iran is an escalation against the region ...
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Stabbed Sydney Assyrian church bishop says he forgives attacker: An Assyrian church bishop who was stabbed during a service at his church said on Thursday he was ...
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Quick Glance: Teenager Accused of Sydney Church Stabbing Displays Signs of Mental Illness, Court Reveals
- A teenage boy facing a potential life sentence for terrorism in the stabbing of a bishop has exhibited behaviors consistent with mental illness or intellectual disability, according to his lawyer.
- The 16-year-old is alleged to have traveled 90 minutes from his home to attack Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel during a livestreamed sermon at Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Sydney.
- Investigators from a joint counter-terrorism team, comprising state and federal police and Asio staff, interviewed the boy in his hospital bed before charging him with committing a terrorist act.
- A brief of evidence is set to be presented when the matter returns to court on June 14.
Netflix slides as move to end sharing user count sparks growth worries: Netflix shares fell on Friday, as its surprise move to stop sharing subscriber additions ...
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People caught on video trying to pull bear cubs from tree to take selfies - National | Globalnews.ca
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3-year-old Elijah Vue still missing: Man pleads not guilty to child neglect - National | Globalnews.ca
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$20 for a drink with no booze in it? Investigating the sobering price of Toronto’s mocktails
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On federal budget, Macklem says 'fiscal track has not changed significantly': Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says Canada's fiscal position has 'not changed ...
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Quick Glance: Macklem Sees Limited Impact of Canada Budget on Fiscal Direction
- Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem suggested Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s recent budget, which balanced increased spending with a capital gains tax hike and improved revenue forecasts, did not significantly contribute to inflationary pressures.
- Macklem informed reporters on Friday that the budget did not alter the government's fiscal trajectory significantly compared to the November fiscal update. It was highlighted that Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland upheld her commitment regarding deficit maintenance and shortfall reduction goals for the future.
- The Governor emphasized the continued adherence of the budget to these guidelines, which was deemed beneficial. He refrained from delving into specific details of budget measures, emphasizing the responsibility of lawmakers to deliberate on the government's fiscal plan.
- Macklem expressed that the latest three inflation indicators showed a sustained downward trend, with the bank awaiting confirmation that this trend will persist to ensure the progress towards price stability is maintained.
Labour leader urges unions to expose Poilievre's working-class overtures as 'fraud'
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Naloxone-resistant street drug linked to 9 deaths in Eastern Canada seized in Alberta | Globalnews.ca
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Biden’s new Title IX rules protect LGBTQ+ students, but transgender sports rule still on hold
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Biden Administration Expands Title IX Protection for LGBTQ Students, Assault Victims
- The Biden administration released rules that protect the rights of LGBTQ students and change how schools can respond to allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
- The Education Department updated Title IX, the 1972 law prohibiting sex discrimination in school programs, with the changes set to take effect on August 1.
- The new rules eliminate in-person court-like proceedings for sexual assault allegations, broaden the definition of sexual harassment, and officially expand Title IX interpretation to cover pregnant, gay, and transgender students.
- These changes have sparked mixed reviews and controversy, with supporters praising the increased safety for students while critics argue that the new regulations infringe on due process rights and expressive freedoms.
Starbucks is introducing a cold drink cup made with less plastic in new sustainability effort
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'Brave is unbeatable' is the theme for Canada's Olympic team in Paris: 'Brave is unbeatable' is the theme for Canada's Olympic team competing in Paris this ...
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Indigo nears privatization but experts warn turnaround won’t be ‘quick fix’ - National | Globalnews.ca
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Imagined Homeland: Why does Cuba ignore May 20th, its independence day?: A linguist explores what really constitutes a homeland for diaspora people living away ...
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Business travel picks up, bolstering outlook for US airlines: US airlines have enjoyed a travel boom for the past three years, but until this past quarter ...
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Ottawa mass killing suspect not seeking bail, as emails show college search for intel
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Paid articlePaid No plan for immediate retaliation against Israel, senior Iranian official says: Explosions echoed over an Iranian city on Friday in what sources described as an ...
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Canada risks going too far in overhauling competition law: If implemented, a new proposal by Competition Commissioner Matthew Boswell would represent a seismic ...
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Man Reportedly Threatened To Blow Himself Up Near Iranian Embassy In Paris: The Iranian embassy is across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
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A new Canadian musical and ‘Macbeth’ with goblins are part of Tarragon Theatre’s new season
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Paid articlePaid This $2.5M home near Ossington and Bloor is a blend of modern and ‘old-time charm’
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Paid articlePaid Ottawa ‘doubling down’ on foreign aid amid global decline: minister - National | Globalnews.ca
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Canadians’ trust in federal and provincial governments on the decline, survey finds
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Anger, pessimism towards federal government reach six-year high: Nanos survey: Most Canadians in March reported feeling angry or pessimistic towards the federal ...
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Centuries-old artworks saved from Copenhagen's stock exchange blaze: COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - Art conservators are assessing the damage to centuries-old ...
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Discovery in Maya pyramid reveals dramatic dynasty collapse, archaeologists say: Archaeologists have discovered Maya royal bones that were dramatically and ...
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French police arrest man who threatened to blow himself up at Iran’s Paris consulate
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Myanmar rebels target stranded junta troops near Thai border: (Reuters) -- Fighting raged at Myanmar's eastern frontier with Thailand on Saturday, witnesses ...
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Paramount jumps on report of Sony Pictures, Apollo joint buyout bid: (Reuters) -- Shares of Paramount Global rose more than 10% on Friday, after Reuters reported ...
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Report: Mexico Halts Federal Incentives to Chinese Automakers: Under pressure from the U.S., the Mexican federal government is refusing to offer incentives to ...
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Quick Glance: Mexico Ends Incentives for Chinese Electric Vehicle Manufacturers
- Under US pressure, Mexico discontinues incentives for Chinese car manufacturers.
- US pressure compels Mexico to avoid Chinese automakers.
- Mexico caught in the middle of car wars between the US and China.
- US pressure leads to Mexico ceasing incentives for Chinese electric vehicles.
Robbie Savage slams FA Cup replay axe and demands vote over dreadful changes: ROBBIE SAVAGE COLUMN: The FA have made the decision to bin FA Cup replays from the ...
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Buy gold in a staggered manner: Gold prices have risen 16% in rupee terms since January this year as compared with less than 1% for Sensex.
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Meta's WhatsApp and Threads removed from Apple app store in China : Apple on Friday (Apr 19) announced that it had removed WhatsApp and Threads from its App ...
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You may not need Apple Pay to tap and pay with your EU iPhone soon: The European Commission could soon approve Apple’s plans to start letting developers in the ...
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China’s drugmakers can’t sell mRNA shots but haven’t quit yet | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
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Russian broker hopes to free up $500-million with frozen asset swap : Under the swap deal, foreign investors would have the opportunity to use funds frozen in ...
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Pakistan Police Kill Bomber, Militant to Thwart Attack on Japanese Nationals (UPDATE1)
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Myanmar’s Suu Kyi being used as ‘human shield’, son fears: A spokesperson for the junta said this week that Suu Kyi had been moved to house arrest as a step to ...
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Rebel capture of Myanmar trading hub exposes junta's weaknesses: Myawaddy, a pivotal trading hub in Myanmar, was captured by rebel forces from the ruling junta ...
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Zepto’s market share grows to 28% as it eats into Swiggy’s Instamart: Instamart’s market share has slipped to 32% as of January this year, from 36% last year and ...
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Magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes central Turkey causing damage to buildings: A moderately strong earthquake struck central Turkey on Thursday ...
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Quick Glance: Magnitude 5.6 earthquake hits Turkey's north
- An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.6 shook the northern Turkish province of Tokat on Thursday, as reported by Turkey’s AFAD disaster management authority.
- Personnel from AFAD and other relevant agencies were on-site investigating the situation, according to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya.
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Deadly heat in West Africa warns of climate change-driven scorchers to come, says report
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Binance working closely with Nigeria authorities to resolve exec's detention, CEO says
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India's election officials climb hills, ford rivers to reach voters - News | Khaleej Times
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Apple plans to invest more than $250m to expand Singapore campus: SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Apple plans to invest more than $250 million to expand its ...
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Trudeau government urged to walk the talk on Canada's climate policies: Canada's federal budget on Tuesday unveiled few emissions-cutting policies ...
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Some bumblebees can survive underwater for up to a week, new study shows: An experimental error led a team of scientists researching bumblebees to make a ...
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Elephant roams Montana's busiest street after escaping from circus: The sound of a vehicle backfiring spooked a circus elephant while she was getting a pre-show ...
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In a rebel-held Myanmar town, fragile unity pushes junta to the brink: MYAWADDY, Myanmar: Myawaddy, a critical trading post in Myanmar that rebel forces seized ...
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BMO analyst previews profit results, provides top picks in the yield-heavy energy infrastructure sector
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Musk’s cryptic posts leave investors wanting answers about Tesla’s affordable car
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Myanmar’s ex-leader Suu Kyi moved to house arrest: April 17 (Reuters) - Myanmar's detained former leader and Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from ...
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Advocates say new disability benefit still leaves people in poverty: The Canada Disability Benefit, announced in Tuesday’s budget, will provide a maximum of $2 ...
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Senate will convene Mayorkas impeachment trial as Democrats plot a quick dismissal
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Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Parasitic wasps, vibrating traps and other ways science is trying to destroy the spotted lanternfly
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Paid articlePaid Oil settles down 3 per cent as demand worries outweigh Middle East supply risks: Brent futures for June settled down $2.73 at $87.29 a barrel, while U.S ...
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