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Government funding cutbacks and a distrust in public health authorities means the world is not ready for the next pandemic, according to a report released Monday by the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB). “We are at a crucial time in the history of pandemic preparedness as a global community,” GPMB co-chair …
Read More »This red retardant is crucial in the fight against wildfires. But is it also harming the environment?
Dropping fire retardant solutions from planes is a crucial strategy in wildfire fighting, but some experts are concerned about their impact on the environment, including aquatic ecosystems. Once dropped, these retardants leave a rust-coloured or pinkish liquid coating on roads, roofs, and vegetation. This technique, commonly used since the mid …
Read More »Trump’s D.C. police takeover could face crucial test in a month
U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to put Washington, D.C., under full federal control to reduce crime, even as city officials stressed crime is already falling. On Monday, Trump announced two main fronts in that response from his administration: the federalization of the city’s police force as well as …
Read More »Graphic bodycam footage of OPP officer’s killing crucial for Crown and defence
WARNING: This story contains disturbing video and graphic descriptions of violence, as well as coarse language A crucial video has been shown at the trial of Alain Bellefeuille — who shot and killed an Ontario Provincial Police officer and wounded two others outside Ottawa in 2023 — that takes the jury to the …
Read More »Why Sophie is carrying out a ‘crucial’ role in a difficult royal year
Hello, royal watchers. This is your regular dose of royal news and analysis. Reading this online? Sign up here to get this delivered to your inbox. One week, she was in Tanzania, recognizing progress in that African country in the fight against a preventable and blinding eye disease. The next week, Sophie, Duchess …
Read More »Winnipeg Goldeyes skipper chosen manager of the year ahead of crucial Game 2 – Winnipeg
The Winnipeg Goldeyes will have the reigning manager of the year in the dugout on Wednesday when their playoff series resumes. Goldeyes skipper Logan Watkins was named the American Association manager of the year in his first season with the club. Watkins led the Goldeyes to a 56-43 record while …
Read More »Research crucial to stop parasite from destroying P.E.I. oyster industry: minister
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 31, 2024 2:05 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Prince Edward Island’s fisheries minister says he hopes recently announced federal funding can help develop oysters that are resistant to a parasite that is threatening a fishery …
Read More »Injury-riddled Jets ‘hopeful’ Scheifele plays crucial Game 5 in Vegas – Winnipeg
Mark Scheifele brought some hope with him when he arrived with the Jets at the Winnipeg airport for their Tuesday flight to Las Vegas. However, the team’s top goal-scorer, who left Monday’s 4-2 playoff loss to the Golden Knights with an upper-body injury, still remains a question mark for Thursday’s …
Read More »Flames down Jets 3-1 for crucial win in wild-card battle – Winnipeg
If you wanted a game with a playoff-like atmosphere and a boatload of penalties, then Wednesday night’s clash between the Jets and Flames was right up your alley. It was a contest that both teams needed in the standings, but it was the visitors who survived a disjointed special teams …
Read More »Jalen Harris leads Shooting Stars past Bandits in crucial CEBL contest
Jalen Harris scored 31 points in over 29 minutes of play, which included the Elam Ending game winner to lead the Scarborough Shooting Stars past the Fraser Valley Bandits, 101-86, on Thursday. In a pivotal Canadian Elite Basketball League matchup, the Shooting Stars (11-8) now hold the tiebreaker following their final regular season home game and …
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