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19.03.2023 / 22:51

Canadian defence investments have ‘changed the tone’ of U.S. relations: ambassador

Canada’s ambassador to the United States says she’s seen a change of tone in how Washington views its northern ally’s commitment to defence thanks to a slew of new investments — reducing a potential thorny point of discussion ahead of this week’s presidential visit to Ottawa.

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Subway giving away 1M free subs in honor of its 'most significant' menu change ever

The new Subway Series menu is pictured at a restaurant location in a provided image. MILFORD, Conn. - Subway is giving away up to 1 million free sandwiches across the U.S.

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Is this the new normal? The science behind western North America’s historic heat wave

As a dangerous heat dome continues to scorch western North America, climate scientists are increasingly concerned about how much more frequently we could endure extreme weather events like this. Global National’s Dawna Friesen speaks with Stanford University climate scientist Noah Diffenbaugh about the effects of global heating and whether or not it’s too late to temper them.

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5 clients test positive as COVID-19 outbreak declared at Calgary homeless shelter

COVID-19 after five people staying there tested positive for the virus.The Calgary Drop-In Centre said that as of Wednesday, more than 140 clients and 100 staff have been tested on-site since the shelter reported its first case a week ago.“We are all continuing to work diligently to keep our shelter staff and client population protected best we can, and we thank the community for their kindness during this time,” the shelter, one of the largest in North America, said in a statement.

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IT, startups display stability and resilience in covid-hit Kerala

ERNAKULAM : Kerala, which once witnessed large trade union protests against computerisation and digitisation storming its streets, may now have to thank the technology and startup sectors, at a time when nearly all other economic mainstays are failing amid the coronavirus outbreak."They've become a true life support for an economy in dire straits," said G Vijayaraghavan, former chief executive of Technopark, Kerala’s first technology park, and currently president of consultancy firm Venture Management Associates.Going by Vijayaraghavan’s recollection, a small interaction between a Mexican woman and state's then chief minister, unleashed a chain of events that are now helping Kerala.In 1990, on a visit to North America, former Kerala chief

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Ford to introduce new Bronco on O.J. Simpson's birthday

DEARBORN, Mich. - Ford's new Bronco will get a lot of attention, especially due to its debut date - July 9, O.J.

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Coronavirus: Mississauga mosque celebrates socially distant Eid with drive-thru gift handouts

MISSISSAUGA — A Toronto-area mosque says it was still able to celebrate Eid on Sunday with a physically distant drive-thru celebration with thousands of congregants.

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Lisa Kudrow experienced social distancing early at mother’s funeral

Lisa Kudrow had an early taste of social distancing during her mother’s funeral in February.

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Pharmaceutical company offering free insulin to diabetic patients who have lost health coverage

LOS ANGELES - Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk announced that it will offer a free supply of insulin for 90 days to people with diabetes who have lost health insurance due to a change in job status because of the COVID-19 crisis.

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No concern of local shortage of meat during coronavirus pandemic, says Pork Manitoba

Despite the closure of a large U.S. pork plant due to workers testing positive for the novel coronavirus, as well as similar closures across North America, the general manager of Manitoba Pork says so far there’s no reason for concern about the pork supply in the province.

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Should you wear a face mask? Coronavirus prompts debate over effectiveness

Using a face mask to help halt the spread of a virus isn’t a novel concept around large swaths of the globe, but it remains fairly foreign throughout Canada and the United States.

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Coronavirus: Manitoba truckers describe what it’s like to haul during a pandemic

Truck drivers are playing a critical role in keeping the supply chain rolling amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but some drivers say it’s difficult to find the necessities they need.

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Coronavirus: Michelin Tires temporarily shuts down plants across North America

Michelin is set to temporarily scale back operations at its plants across North America as a result of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Here’s how the Spanish Flu is similar and different from the coronavirus

Just over 100 years ago, the world was in the midst of a pandemic, just like it is now.

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Alberta coronavirus screening: What’s the criteria and who gets tested?

As Alberta health officials have been performing more COVID-19 tests than anywhere else in North America, experts are in conversation about whether the testing criteria needs to be modified.

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