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US economic growth for last quarter is revised up slightly to a healthy 3.4% annual rate
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BermudAir service to Canada set to launch in May: BermudAir will launch flights to two Canadian cities in May with special rates in place until April 10 ...
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Quick Glance: BermudAir to Launch Flights to Canada in May
- BermudAir announces new flights to two Canadian cities in May, offering special rates until April 10.
- Flights to Toronto Pearson International Airport will commence on May 17, with Halifax Stanfield International Airport following on May 25.
- The new routes aim to strengthen tourism and business exchange connections between Canada and Bermuda.
- BermudAir is expected to operate 2,700 flights a year, providing 178,000 seats for prospective passengers.
Canadian school boards sue social media giants for over $4 bln in damages: Four Canadian school boards have sought more than $4 billion in damages from social ...
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Quick Glance: Ontario School Boards Sue Social Media Giants
- Four of Ontario’s largest school boards are suing the parent companies of Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, alleging disruptions to student learning and contributions to a mental health crisis.
- The lawsuits claim that the social media platforms are negligently designed for compulsive use and have rewired children's thinking, behavior, and learning, causing strains on school boards' resources.
- The boards seek damages exceeding $4 billion for the impact on student programming and services. They accuse the platforms of facilitating child abuse, amplifying harmful content, and refusing to remove threats.
- Schools have invested resources in addressing cyberbullying, misinformation, and risky behavior encouraged by social media, as well as monitoring and responding to threats, conflicts, and decreased instructional time.
HSBC completes sale of Canadian unit to RBC: HSBC Holdings said it completed the sale of its Canadian unit, HSBC Bank Canada, to Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) on ...
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Canadian PM Trudeau, under fire over housing crisis, vows to help renters: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, whose Liberal government is under heavy ...
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Quick Glance: Trudeau pledges help to renters amidst housing crisis
- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced measures to assist renters amid pressure from the housing crisis.
- During a televised press conference in Vancouver, Trudeau emphasized the significance of renters and pledged financial support in the upcoming budget.
- The government is grappling with a housing shortage due to high interest rates, soaring property prices, and a record influx of immigrants.
- Trudeau intends to allocate $15 million to legal aid organizations to safeguard tenants from unjust rent increases and provide credit for on-time rent payments when applying for a mortgage.
Whakaata Māori celebrates 20 years of telling Māori stories: The broadcaster has survived the last two decades by staying true to its kaupapa, despite challenges ...
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Rent paid by civil servants to increase by up to 100pc, says PS Hinga: PS Charles Hinga said the move was necessitated by the government's lack of adequate ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001492183/rent-paid-by-civil-servants-to-increase-by-up-to-100pc-says-ps-hinga
Trudeau writes to premiers opposed to carbon tax, says he's open to 'credible' alternatives
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I saw an ad in the paper that led me to become the first Canadian in space. My journey took me to mission control, to space on the Challenger and to Ottawa's ...
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Rental construction across Canada hit ‘record levels’ in 2023: CMHC - National | Globalnews.ca
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Here's what Trudeau says the upcoming federal budget will offer renters: The federal government will create a new 'Canadian Renters' Bill of Rights ...
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Elon Musk’s Neuralink now accepting Canadian patients - National | Globalnews.ca: Neuralink's first human recipient, Noland Arbaugh, who is quadriplegic ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
Canada pushes for trade in Vietnam as West de-risks from China: Largest-ever Canadian trade mission seeks increased trade with booming Vietnam in push to ...
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Exclusive: First Quantum execs discuss investment, disputed copper with Chinese officials
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‘The craving is just not there’: How Ozempic is affecting snacking culture - National | Globalnews.ca
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Young Canadians lead nation in Holocaust skepticism, support for Hamas: poll: Jack Jedwab, president of the Association for Canadian Studies, cautions against ...
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'There was no other choice... Do or die,' says first Canadian in the country to try new infection treatment
ctvnews.ca/health/there-was-no-other-choice-do-or-die-says-first-canadian-in-the-country-to-try-new-infection-treatment-1.6824064
Rumour: Spyro 4 is next game from Toys for Bob: It would appear as though Spyro 4 is in active development at talented development studio, Toys for Bob ...
mynintendonews.com/2024/03/28/rumour-spyro-4-is-next-game-from-toys-for-bob/
Canadian schools sue Meta, ByteDance and Snap over social media addiction: The suits claim the companies deliberately targeted children with products designed to ...
straitstimes.com/world/canadian-schools-sue-meta-bytedance-and-snap-over-social-media-addiction
Canadian governments commit millions to landfill search for remains of slain Indigenous women
oregonlive.com/native-american-news/2024/03/canadian-governments-commit-millions-to-landfill-search-for-remains-of-slain-indigenous-women.html
Bermuda greenlights BermudAir Canada routes : A Bermuda-based airline may be looking to expand into multiple Canadian cities this year ...
royalgazette.com/tourism/news/article/20240328/bermuda-greenlights-bermudair-canada-routes/
Steven Spielberg Praises Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune: Part Two’: “It’s One Of The Most Brilliant Science Fiction Films”
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Quick Glance: Excitement for Denis Villeneuve
- Spielberg applauds Villeneuve for the visual splendor and deep characters in Dune: Part Two.
- Villeneuve impresses Spielberg with his success in Dune: Part Two, praising him as an outstanding director of science fiction films.
- Spielberg highlights the portrayal of Arrakis and Paul Atreides's revenge against House Harkonnen.
- Dune: Part Two was a blockbuster, taking the Dune franchise to over $1 billion.
Meghalaya: Two persons found dead after anti-CAA protest in East Khasi Hills: A magisterial inquiry has been an inquiry to ascertain if the deaths were connected ...
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Canada should already join Ukraine’s recovery efforts – Consul General in Toronto
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MLA With A Long Criminal Record & Penchant For Anti-Muslim Hate Speeches Is Vital To BJP's Telangana Push
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Tracing The Unconstitutionality: Allahabad High Court Verdict On The UP Madrasa Act, 2004| Countercurrents
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'Rain tax' in Canada from next month? Here's what this stormwater charge means | Mint
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Cyprus is showing resilience: Canadian credit rating agency DBRS Morningstar has affirmed the Republic of Cyprus’ long-term ratings ...
ekathimerini.com/economy/1234945/cyprus-is-showing-resilience/
Canadian Oil Flows to Los Angeles as Trans Mountain Start Nears: Canadian crude shipments to Los Angeles are surging, a possible preview of how an expanded ...
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| Montreal Gazette: "The answer is simple, it's no," the Canadian relations minister says of Ottawa's plan to intervene in the housing crisis.
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The economic case for more funding for the arts: The arts are cornerstones of Canadian thought and development and are major economic drivers
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Ontario Postpones Balancing Budget by Another Year as Budget Shortfall Swells: Ontario’s budget shortfall is projected to more than triple in the coming fiscal ...
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Americans' emotions in the Biden-Trump rematch are uneven, poll finds: Many Americans are unenthusiastic about a November rematch of the 2020 presidential ...
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Thousands protest against Hungary's Orban after former insider leaks graft case tape
reuters.com/world/europe/thousands-protest-against-hungarys-orban-after-former-insider-leaks-graft-case-2024-03-26/
Steven Spielberg: 'Machinery of extremism' is used on campuses: In his speech, Spielberg lamented polling showing high rates of antisemitism on college ...
jpost.com/diaspora/article-793734
State to take significant step towards intervening in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/27/micheal-martin-to-brief-cabinet-on-intervention-in-sa-genocide-case-against-israel/
Quick Glance: Ireland Plans to Intervene in Genocide Case Against Israel
- Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, announced that Ireland intends to intervene in the case initiated by South Africa against Israel under the Genocide Convention at the International Court of Justice.
- Upon government approval, this action will be submitted to the court in The Hague for the case involving Israel under the 1948 Genocide Convention.
- The legal basis for Ireland's intervention remains undetermined at this stage.
- Sustained pressure from the opposition led Ireland to decide to intervene in the South Africa v Israel case after a thorough analysis and consultation to address the significant violations of international humanitarian law.
Government fails to rush extraordinary immigration powers through parliament: The Senate has rejected the government's bid to rush extraordinary immigration ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-27/coalition-wont-support-immigration-legislation/103638462
California’s governor publishes open letter of support to Arab and Muslim Americans
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Japan approves plan to sell fighter jets to other nations: Japan’s Cabinet has approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it’s developing ...
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Quick Glance: Japan Approves Sale of Fighter Jets to Other Nations
- Japan’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it’s developing with Britain and Italy to other countries, moving away from its postwar pacifist principles.
- The decision to allow international arms sales aims to secure Japan’s role in the joint fighter jet project, build up the Japanese arms industry, and bolster its global security involvement.
- Japan is collaborating with Italy and the U.K. to develop an advanced fighter jet to replace its aging fleet, with the goal of exporting lethal weapons it coproduces for the first time.
- The approval to sell fighter jets comes with a revision in Japan’s arms equipment guidelines, permitting the export of coproduced lethal weapons to countries beyond project partners, aiming to defray development costs and enhance Japan's defense industry.
Manulife signs $4.3 billion reinsurance deal with RGA Life: Manulife Financial said on Monday it has agreed to reinsure C$5.8 billion ($4 ...
reuters.com/business/finance/manulife-agrees-reinsure-43-bln-canadian-universal-life-reserves-2024-03-25/
The U.S. and Israel have a ‘major credibility problem’: U.S. officials are carrying water on the world stage for an increasingly unpopular Israeli government ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/25/israel-united-states-credibility-confrontation/
Wyoming governor vetoes bill to allow concealed carry in public schools and meetings
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Canadian businesses say housing crisis is forcing them to boost pay: survey - National | Globalnews.ca
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TSX kicks off holiday-shortened week on higher note; Telus drops: Canada's main stock index inched up on Monday, boosted by energy and mining firms at the start ...
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Serbians petition against planned luxury project backed by Jared Kushner's firm: An opposition group in Serbia has launched a petition against a real estate ...
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Visibly Muslim: Documenting the resilience of the UK's hijab wearers: Samir Mehanovic is an award-winning filmmaker who is highlighting the anti-Muslim hate many ...
thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/film-tv/2024/03/22/hijabi-documentary-samir-mehanovic/
Over 130 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria’s northwest are rescued after weeks in captivity
thehill.com/homenews/ap/ap-international/ap-nearly-300-abducted-schoolchildren-in-northwest-nigeria-freed-after-two-weeks/
Biden signs $1.2T funding package after shutdown threat ends: President Joe Biden has signed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills that Congress just passed ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Funding Legislation
- The Senate approved the bill after facing hours of deadlock on funding for most of the government for the upcoming six months.
- President Joe Biden officially endorsed a $1.2 trillion spending package following the United States Congress's recent passage of the overdue legislation, thus eliminating the risk of a partial government shutdown.
- As per reports from the White House, Biden finalized the legislation at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. The Senate, under Democratic leadership, voted 74-24 shortly after the funding lapsed for three-quarters of the government at midnight.
Editorial: Progressive Canada a model for aggressive state censorship: Legislation would give Canadian judges the power to issue sentences of life in prison for ...
bostonherald.com/2024/03/24/editorial-progressive-canada-a-model-for-aggressive-state-censorship/
Australia's housing crisis has become a fierce political battle that could have major implications for the next federal election
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-25/australia-housing-crisis-political-battle-federal-election-issue/103625554
Adorable moment groggy bear wakes up from winter slumber at Canadian ski resort: Boo the Grizzly was captured on video waking up from hibernation at the Kicking ...
nypost.com/2024/03/23/world-news/beloved-canada-grizzly-boo-the-bear-wakes-from-hibernation-at-ski-resort/
Ross Petty's holiday pantos are returning to Toronto as part of Canadian Stage's 2024-25 season
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Video appears to show French police using aggressive tactics against small boats carrying migrants across Channel
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War on Gaza: Canadian student hospitalised after 34 days of hunger strike for Palestine
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Canada plans to reduce temporary residents: Changes you need to know: The new plan would see a 20 per cent cut in temporary residents over 3 years
gulfnews.com/business/tourism/canada-plans-to-reduce-temporary-residents-changes-you-need-to-know-1.1711268493120
Activist investor accuses Belco parent of destructive decisions: The Canadian parent of electricity supplier, Belco, is facing biting criticism from activist ...
royalgazette.com/international-business/business/article/20240325/activist-investor-accuses-belco-parent-of-destructive-decisions/
Alberta Pension Fund Seeks to Grow Asia Asset Exposure to 15% - Bloomberg: Alberta Investment Management Corp., one of the largest Canadian institutional ...
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Anthony Bernard: 'Easter: triumph of reconciliation and peace': For Christians, Easter marks the triumph of Jesus overcoming death. He had been foretold in ...
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Canada regulator to cap mortgages for highly indebted borrowers, newspaper says: Canada's banking regulator is limiting the number of highly leveraged loans in ...
reuters.com/business/finance/canada-banking-regulator-cap-mortgages-highly-indebted-borrowers-newspaper-2024-03-22/
Anti-Muslim racism: "Distorted representation": The media should let Muslims speak instead of reproducing stereotypes, says Elena Kountidou from Neue deutsche ...
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Dynasty Gold (DYG CN) Used Forced Labor at Hatu Mine, Canada Watchdog Says: A Canadian watchdog is calling for penalties against Dynasty Gold Corp ...
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Canada Goose Lays Off 17 Percent of Its Corporate Workforce: Canada Goose has reduced its corporate workforce by 17 percent, but the company declined to specify ...
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Banks Reducing Ultra-Long Mortgages, Canada Watchdog Says: The rapid run-up in mortgages during the pandemic represents a “pocket of risk” to the financial ...
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Canadian, 18, to help unlock secrets of her rare ‘super-memory’: Scientists hope that research into people with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory could ...
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Over 400 UK imams reject new extremism definition targeting Muslim groups: Religious scholars accuse government of 'divisive tactics' and attempting to ...
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Canadian Miners Need Capital – But Only China Is Stepping Up: Without alternative sources of investment, the country is struggling to reduce its economic ...
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Hot Docs artistic director Hussain Currimbhoy steps down: Heather Haynes will take over for 2024 edition.
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Biden and Trump ask voters if they're 'better off' than they were 4 years ago. It's complicated
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Quick Glance: Biden Contrasts Himself with Trump Through 'Are You Better Off Today' Question
- President Joe Biden used the 'are you better off today than you were four years ago' question as a new line of attack against former President Donald Trump, reminding voters of the challenges during Trump's term.
- Biden also criticized Trump for his 'bloodbath' comment, emphasizing the need to reject political violence. He redirected the narrative by focusing on the 'better off' theme and highlighted the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S.
- Furthermore, Biden underscored the progress made since Trump's presidency, including COVID-19 control, the return of 15 million jobs, and stock market recovery. Biden's campaign sees a resurgence of interest in a Biden-Trump rematch among voters.
- The article also mentions Biden's comments on U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and his support for Rep. Colin Allred, positioning Cruz as an ally of Trump. Biden conveyed the message that the focus should be on Trump's intentions and actions, rather than on himself.
US fighter jets strike storage facilities in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen: U.S. fighter jets from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier struck three ...
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Yet another country wants Canada’s LNG – and we shrug our shoulders again: The Greek prime minister’s visit this week has fuelled debate for expanding Canadian ...
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Islam and a century of western distortion: When western politicians pontificate on Islam, as they often do, Muslims can be forgiven for not recognising ...
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Canada set to face Messi, other heavyweights after qualifying for Copa America: The Canadian men’s team will line up against World Cup champion Argentina and ...
sportsnet.ca/soccer/canada-set-to-face-messi-other-heavyweights-after-qualifying-for-copa-america/
Quick Glance: Canada Secures 2024 Copa America with 2-0 Playoff Win over Trinidad and Tobago
- Cyle Larin and Jacob Shaffelburg scored to secure Canada's spot in this year's tournament, where they will face Argentina in the opening match.
- Alphonso Davies discussed the upcoming match against Argentina and Lionel Messi, as well as the hard work Canada put in to qualify for the Copa America.
- With the win over Trinidad and Tobago, Canada has secured their place in the Copa America and will compete in Group A against Argentina, Peru, and Chile.
- The game ended 2-0 in favor of Canada, with Jacob Shaffelburg scoring the decisive goal that qualifies them to participate in the Copa America opener against Argentina.
Modi Government Crackdown on Dissent Hits 'Crisis Point' Before Indian Elections: "The growing crackdown clearly shows the authorities' blatant disregard ...
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How these Canadian cows are burping less methane: Ben Loewith is among the first dairy farmers to genetically breed cows to produce less of the potent greenhouse ...
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Sri Lankan opposition leader visits Toronto, Vancouver to gather support for fall election
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-sri-lankan-opposition-leader-visits-toronto-vancouver-to-gather/
Canadian Lithium Overview And Why Stria Lithium Might Be An Undervalued Investment Option
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