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A roundup of Toronto festivals and attractions returning in 2022

As we enter the third year of the pandemic next month — some exciting news — all signs are pointing to a more normal spring and summer. Many of Toronto ‘s most popular festivals are preparing to welcome people back to in-person celebrations.

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IRS to end facial recognition for identity verification

Sign stands outside the IRS headquarters building in Washington, D.C., U.S. (Photographer: Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg via Getty Images) WASHINGTON - The IRS announced that they will end the use of facial recognition for identity verification. The agency said Monday that the transition away from the facial recognition practice will happen over the coming weeks to avoid disruptions to people filing their taxes this year. According to the IRS, the new plan is to develop and implement an extra authentication process that doesn’t use facial recognition. In January, the IRS required users of its online tax payment system to provide a selfie to a third-party company called ID.me, to access their accounts.The agency said taxpayers would not be required to go through ID.me or use facial recognition software to submit their taxes.

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Police release video of truck involved in South Philadelphia hit-and-run

This image shows the gray Toyota pickup truck connected to a fatal hit-and-run on Feb. 5, 2022. PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department has released video of a truck wanted in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that took place on Saturday, Feb.

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Coronavirus rates continue to fall in all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester

Coronavirus infection rates have fallen across all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester, data has revealed.

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2 inmates dead, 1 at large after escaping through air vent, Tennessee officials say

Tobias Wayne Carr, Johnny Shane Brown and Timothy Allen Sarver (Credit: Sullivan County Sheriff's Office) BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn - Two Tennessee inmates are dead and one is still wanted by authorities after escaping through the jail’s air vent, according to local reports. The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office said inmates Tobias Carr and Timothy Sarver were confirmed dead by authorities in Wilmington, North Carolina Monday. Investigators said the men were involved in a robbery at a convenience store in another part of town and led authorities on a chase before the vehicle was "disabled."The sheriff’s office didn’t give any additional details about what happened. Police are still looking for inmate Johnny Shane Brown. RELATED: Southern California man gets life for meat cleaver slayingsThe trio escaped from the local jail last week. According to WCYB, the men accessed the air vent through the ceiling of their cell.

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Nightclubs and music venues in The Netherlands to open for one night in protest to COVID restrictions

COVID restrictions.De Nacht staat op (“the night rises”) is a campaign led by venue owners who will purposefully break the nation’s current restrictions by re-opening up their establishments to show objection to continued closures.Dutch news outlet NU.nl reports that the protest will kick off from 9pm. Dozens of Dutch clubs including Amsterdam’s Melkweg, Radio Radio, Shelter, as well as Utrecht’s Ekko, are taking part.The OAC (Council of Amsterdam Clubs) and Nachtbelang are jointly spearheading the campaign.

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Trucker protest: Judge grants injunction against honking in downtown Ottawa

Ottawa from honking their horns incessantly.McLean said Monday the injunction is temporary because he needs to hear more evidence, but that he has heard enough to make this ruling as a protest against COVID-19 pandemic measures continues to paralyze the national capital around Parliament Hill.

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3 arrested in Quebec City trucker convoy protest, dozens of tickets issued

COVID-19 health measures and vaccine mandates.The trucker convoy in the provincial capital, which came to an end Sunday, drew thousands of people and a heavy police presence. It came as similar demonstrations unfolded across the country.Police chief Denis Turcotte said during a briefing Monday that 50 tickets were issued for municipal violations, including noise complaints.

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Israeli, Palestinian representatives propose 2-state confederation to work towards peace efforts

Israeli security forces deploy as Palestinians plant olive trees on their land with the help of Israeli peace activists. (Photo by JAAFAR ASHTIYEH/AFP via Getty Images) Israeli and Palestinian public figures have drawn up a new proposal for a two-state confederation that they hope will offer a way forward after a decade-long stalemate in Mideast peace efforts.The plan includes several controversial proposals, and it's unclear if it has any support among leaders on either side.

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Ottawa mayor declares state of emergency over 'out of control' trucker protest

The ongoing truckers' protest in the Canadian capital of Ottawa is "out of control," the city's mayor has said, announcing a state of emergency as the city centre remained blocked by opponents of anti-Covid measures.

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Ottawa declares state of emergency as ‘freedom convoy’ protest enters 2nd week

who remained since last weekend. Residents of Ottawa are furious at the nonstop blaring of horns, traffic disruption and harassment and fear no end is in sight after the police chief called it a "siege" that he could not manage.The "freedom truck convoy" has attracted support from many U.S. Republicans including former President Donald Trump, who called Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a "far left lunatic" who has "destroyed Canada with insane Covid mandates.""Canada US relations used to be mainly about solving technical issues.

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Ukraine-Russia crisis: Germany's Scholz to meet with Biden, Macron heads to Moscow

MOSCOW - International efforts to defuse the standoff over Ukraine intensified Monday, with French President Emmanuel Macron holding talks in Moscow and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Washington to coordinate policies as fears of a Russian invasion mounted.The buildup of an estimated 100,000 Russian troops near Ukraine has fueled Western worries of a possible offensive. White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan warned Sunday that Russia could invade Ukraine "any day," triggering a conflict that would come at an "enormous human cost."Russia has denied any plans to attack its neighbor but demands that the U.S.

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Trucker protests: Downtown Toronto returns to normal after demonstration

City and government officials are applauding the combined efforts to control the crowds. This comes after a massive protest took over the streets near Queens Park in Toronto.

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Ottawa declares state of emergency amid trucker convoy protest

Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson is declaring a state of emergency to give the city more flexibility to deal with ongoing protests that have overwhelmed local resources.

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Quebec logs 22 more deaths from COVID-19 as hospitalizations continue downward trend

COVID-19 hospitalizations in Quebec remain high but continue to slowly decline as the province is set to reopen its cultural sector at half capacity as of Monday.The Health Department says 2,411 people are in hospital on Sunday, a decline of 36 from the day before.#COVID19 – En date du 5 février, voici la situation au Québec: https://t.co/pwoUoaBgaF pic.twitter.com/IuKP7er5Ek— Santé Québec (@sante_qc) February 6, 2022The number of people in intensive care dropped by four over the past 24 hours to 177.Authorities are reporting 22 additional deaths linked to the virus.Officials say 2,568 new cases were detected today, though they warn that number is not reflective of the actual situation because molecular testing has been limited to certain higher-risk groups.They say 26,131 tests were analyzed in the previous 24 hours, with 10.4 per cent coming back positive.

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Trucker protests: Thousands attend anti-mandate solidarity protest in Toronto

Thousands of Canadians have taken to the streets across the country to protest against pandemic restrictions – including a large group in Toronto. Alan Carter reports.

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Trucks block major Toronto roads as anti-mandate demonstration interrupts downtown core

The anti-mandate trucker protests have reached Toronto on Saturday, with large crowds gathering in the city’s downtown core. But the demonstration has impacted businesses, emergency hospital runs and trucks blocked major roads downtown.

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Trucker protests: Man arrested after 4 injured during protest near Manitoba legislature

Winnipeg police Const. Rob Carver said Saturday that a man had been arrested after four people were injured when a vehicle reportedly drove through a group of protesters that were part of the “Freedom Convoy” demonstrating near the Manitoba legislature.

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Live coverage: Trucker convoy protest continues in Ottawa for 2nd week

COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other public health measures until all their demands are met.In the meantime, Ottawa and several other cities across Canada are working to try to ensure that escalating protests remain peaceful over the weekend.Police in Ottawa have said they are expecting as many as 400 more trucks and up to 2,000 people on foot to arrive this weekend to join the protest that has been rebranded by critics, including a lot of frustrated downtown residents, as an occupation.

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Turkey's President Erdogan tests positive for Covid-19

Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that he had tested positive for the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

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Truckers protest: Ottawa police plan to further isolate demonstration in front of Parliament Hill

Ottawa Police Chief Peter Sloly said on Friday that police will be utilizing heavy barricades to create no-access roadways throughout the downtown core and further isolate the protest in front of Parliament Hill.

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Alberta premier speeding up restriction easing timeline amid convoy protest raises questions

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has made a significant shift over the past few days – going from saying COVID-19 restrictions would be lifted in late March, to much sooner.

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Police close roads downtown Toronto ahead of trucker protests

Toronto Police Chief James Ramer said on Friday that road closures are already in place in the downtown area ahead of anticipated trucker protests against COVID-19 vaccine mandates over the weekend.

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Truckers protest: Ottawa police to deploy additional officers ahead of anticipated demonstrations this weekend

Ottawa Police Chief Peter Sloly said on Friday that an additional 150 police officers will be deployed in the downtown area over the weekend for an anticipated trucker protest.

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Health-care workers brace for weekend of protests in Toronto

After watching what happened in Ottawa, health-care workers in Toronto now fear what could be in store as protesters plan to take to the streets near hospital row. Caryn Lieberman reports.

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Major winter storm to bring rain, freezing rain to area Friday as temperatures plunge

PHILADELPHIA - A major winter storm will impact the Delaware Valley Friday with rain and some freezing rain Friday after blanketing parts of the south and Midwest with snow earlier in the week.With temperatures starting off in the mid-50s Friday, the storm won't be brining snow to our area, but a cold front is forecasted to move through as the rain falls. Dropping temperatures are expected to turn rain into freezing rain and even a wintry mix in parts of the area. Lancaster, Berks, Northampton, and Lehigh counties will be under Winter Weather Advisories from 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Omicron threat: People vaccinated thrice can fight Covid variant, shows study

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Boris Johnson says he's 'sorry' over Greater Manchester's 391 days tough restrictions during Covid - while Downing Street partied on

Boris Johnson has told Greater Manchester residents, who were banned from mixing with other households indoors for a heartbreaking 391 days, he is 'sorry for any misjudgements' in the wake of 'partygate'.

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RCMP sending additional officers to Ottawa trucker protest after city’s request

anti-COVID-19 restrictions protests in Ottawa, amid calls for a more aggressive response to the demonstrations.Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino said in a statement Thursday night that RCMP had approved a request from the City of Ottawa for additional resources to help the Ottawa Police Service, including an increase in officers.“This request is in addition to RCMP resources and support already in place since the arrival of the convoy in Ottawa,” Mendicino said.A RCMP spokesperson could not confirm how many officers were being deployed or when they were expected to arrive. Canadian military ‘not a police force,’ Anand says amid frustration over Ottawa protest Protests against government mandates for COVID-19 vaccines and masks, as well as restrictions on certain businesses, have plagued the streets surrounding Parliament Hill for nearly a week.Organizers of the truck convoy have vowed not to leave until policymakers meet their demands to end public health mandates tied to the COVID-19 pandemic.At least four arrests have been made so far for uttering threats, mischief and weapons charges.Ottawa police said Thursday it has issued 30 tickets related to excessive noise created by truck horns as well as various traffic offences — marking a change in tactics after earlier refusing to pursue bylaw charges.

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Man who attended Ottawa protest convoy arrested on firearms charges

according to the Nova Scotia RCMP.Although police did not identify the accused in a news release, a court document identified him as Jeremy MacKenzie, who was in Ottawa for the so-called truckers’ protest against COVID-19 measures.The host of an anti-authority podcast and YouTube channel, MacKenzie is a Canadian military veteran who served in Afghanistan. The RCMP alleged in a search warrant application that he had post-traumatic stress disorder.The police investigation began on Jan.

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New Jersey fifth grader dies days after medical emergency during arrival

GLOUCESTER TWP, N.J. - Families of a Gloucester Township elementary school are urging officials to share more information about what happened aboard a school bus that caused a fifth grader to have a deadly medical emergency. According to school officials, the child suffered a medical emergency during arrival on Jan. 24 and died a week later on Feb.

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US Attorney General Garland pledges ‘full force’ of DOJ to combat human trafficking

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 08: U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks during a press conference at the Robert F. Kennedy Main Justice Building on Nov.

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Crosby and Stills join Nash and Young in Spotify protest over Joe Rogan’s COVID-19 ‘disinformation’

wrote in a “Déjà Vu” statement.“While we always value alternate points of view, knowingly spreading disinformation during this global pandemic has deadly consequences. Until real action is taken to show that a concern for humanity must be balanced with commerce, we don’t want our music—or the music we made together—to be on the same platform.”Young started the trend when he pulled his solo catalog from the streaming service last week in protest of “fake information about vaccines” being spread on the popular “The Joe Rogan Experience.” Joni Michell, a contemporary of the 60s supergroup, followed suit on the heels of Young’s announcement and Nash joined the chorus of musicians requesting to flee the service on Tuesday, calling on Spotify to be “responsible and accountable” for its content.The band’s request applies to music the band released both with and without sometimes-member Young, as well as solo releases from Crosby and Stills, according to a press release.Crosby tweeted last month that removing his catalog might be difficult because he sold his recorded music and publishing rights. Music from CSNY, CSN and Crosby, Nash and Stills was still on Spotify as of Thursday night.Rogan, who has a $100 million deal with the streaming service, addressed accusations on Sunday that his show promoted unsanctioned COVID-19 treatments and claimed that vaccinations were harmful to some.“I’m not trying to promote misinformation.

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Trucker protest: Organizers say GoFundMe holding the ‘bulk’ of the money donated so far

Speaking to reporters in Ottawa, Ontario on Thursday Keith Wilson, an attorney representing the trucker protesters in Ottawa, confirmed to the media that GoFundMe continues to hold the “bulk” of the money donated over recent days and weeks to the trucker protest movement as it conducts “heightened” diligence to determine where the money is going or what is is intended for.

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The top-selling Valentine’s Day candy by state revealed

Los Angeles - From a traditional box of chocolates to the resurgence of conversation hearts, CandyStore.com has compiled data to determine this year’s most popular Valentine’s Day candy by state — and some of the results are cloyingly surprising.The national candy company used sales data from its online bulk candy stores and industry partners to determine the outcome.Cue the results (and we won’t sugar-coat it).Valentine’s Day candy is a personal choice, but there are two types of candy that seemed to shine in 2022: conversation hearts and heart-shaped boxes of chocolates.This year, CandyStore.com said conversation hearts have claimed the top spot as Valentine's Day's top-selling candy.Percentage of total Valentine's Day candy sales (Credit: CandyStore.com) However, the candy retailer also broke down the state-by-state data, which showed slightly different results. Yes, 12 states favored conversation hearts this year (Alaska, California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Hawaii, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Virginia and Wisconsin).However, a whopping 16 states, along with Washington, D.C., still preferred a heart-shaped box of chocolates (Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Washington and Washington D.C.).In addition, M&M’s continue to gain traction.

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Demonstration planned at Queen’s Park in Toronto this weekend

A demonstration is expected in Toronto this weekend. Supporters of the truckers’ convoy are being told to meet up at various locations in the GTA on Saturday morning and then head to Queen’s Park.

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Riders will be able to pay through a smartphone app later this year, SEPTA say

PHILADELPHIA - SEPTA has plans to roll out an update that will make ridership much more convenient.Coming later this year, spokesperson Andrew Busch says they will implement a "multi-tap" feature for SEPTA Key cards, which means users can pay for more than one rider."That’s good because in New York you can do that," said Rohan Pierre, a frequent SEPTA rider.Busch said the new card readers have already been installed on buses and trolleys.

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Quebec premier says no tolerance for mayhem as COVID-19 protest convoy heads to capital

COVID-19: Quebec health system remains ‘fragile,’ says public health director Bernard “Rambo” Gauthier, a well-known union leader from Quebec’s Côte-Nord region, posted a video to Facebook on Thursday morning, stating he was departing with about 50 vehicles toward the provincial capital and promising to stay there.“We’re doing this for the next generation — our kids — but also for ourselves,” Gauthier said in the video. “I’m tired of not being able to see my friends, go out for a beer with my friends, go out to the restaurant with my girlfriend — a normal life.

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‘Get rid of them’: Pressure grows on Ottawa police to clear out truck protesters

As disruptive protesters demanding an end to COVID-19 restrictions refuse to leave Ottawa, residents are questioning why the city’s police are not taking more action to clear them out. Abigail Bimman explains what’s causing police to hesitate and what options they are considering, as residents’ frustrations boil.

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Coronavirus infection rates continue to fall across all ten Greater Manchester boroughs

Coronavirus infection rates have continued to fall further in all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester, according to the latest figures.

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Aylmer, Ont. police count 116 vehicles as protest convoy passes through town

Truck convoy draws large crowd in London, Ont. on Thursday Organizers had originally expected between 250 to 300 vehicles to participate in the convoy, according to Horvat.Prior to the convoy’s arrival, Elgin County OPP had posted on their Twitter account that Culloden Road, Talbot Line, Rogers Road, Glencolin Line and Imperial Road/John Street would be impacted.Hundreds of trucks and cars just finished a slow roll convoy through my hometown Aylmer, Ontario.

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Another 5 COVID-19 deaths reported in Waterloo Region, 106 people in area hospitals

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Home Hardware sign in Strathroy, Ont. expresses support for trucker protest

Home Hardware in Strathroy, Ont., west of London, has been shared hundreds of times online after the message was changed to express support for the controversial trucker convoy.On Feb. 2, the sign read, “We support the truckers — end the mandates.” The message was changed the following day, returning to the typical signage announcing store deals or other shopping information.Global News has requested comment from the owner of the Strathroy location but had yet to hear back by publication time.

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Europe entering a ‘plausible endgame’ for COVID-19 pandemic: WHO regional director

The World Health Organization’s (WHO) regional director for Europe Dr. Hans Kluge said on Thursday the COVID-19 pandemic in Europe was entering a “plausible endgame,” driven by a “large capital of immunity,” built up by a combination of vaccine drives, a favourable seasonality pause, and lower severity of the Omicron variant.

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Partial reopening of Coutts border crossing running into problems as protest enters 6th day

Coutts but moved their trucks over to the right side of the highway after an agreement on a partial pull back was reached earlier in the day. Movement at Coutts border on 5th day of blockade, one lane open in each direction But the expected stream of trucks heading toward the U.S.

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WHO: Europe may be entering long period of tranquility

The World Health Organization has offered Europe hope of a "long period of tranquility" and even "enduring peace" in the war on coronavirus, with a growing list of nations lifting almost all Covid curbs.

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Susan Sarandon slammed after sharing post comparing slain NYPD detective's funeral turnout to 'fascism'

Susan Sarandon seemingly shared a social media post comparing the funeral turnout for a fallen NYPD officer to fascism. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images) NEW YORK - Susan Sarandon seemingly shared a message to Twitter comparing cops gathered to pay their respects to fallen NYPD officer Jason Rivera to fascists on Wednesday. The image Sarandon posted featured a tweet written by podcaster Danny Haiphong. The original tweet showed a photo of police officers lining the New York City streets and read, "I’m gonna tell my kids this is what fascism looks like."Get breaking news alerts in the free FOX5NY News app! | Sign up for FOX 5 email newslettersSarandon's photo added the words, "So, if all these cops weren’t needed for CRIME that day, doesn’t that mean they aren’t needed ANY day?"It is unclear if the photo was made by Sarandon or a re-shared post.

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US forces launch 'successful' counterterrorism raid in Syria, civilians also reported dead

U.S. special forces carried out a counterterrorism raid in Syria early Thursday. Local officials said 13 people were killed, including six children and four women.

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