Safety concerns expressed during space tourism conference in Montreal
Space-industry watchers expressed concern this week that the emerging space tourism sector is not being candid enough about the safety risks for travellers. Continue reading
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French soldier stabbed in public; unclear if related to UK attack
France’s military spokesman says a soldier has been stabbed in the throat in the French commercial district of La Defence outside Paris. Continue reading
‘March Against Monsanto’ protesters rally against genetically modified food
Marches and rallies against seed giant Monsanto were held across the U.S. and in dozens of other countries Saturday. Marches are planned for more than 250 cities around the globe, according to organizers. Continue reading
Doug Ford calls drug trade allegations ‘sleazy journalism’
Toronto Councillor Doug Ford says allegations that he was heavily involved in Etobicoke’s drug trade in the 1980s reach a new low. Continue reading
Police ask for help finding woman missing from Alexandra Park
Elliada Araujo, 29, was last seen walking in the area of Dundas Street West and Vanauley Walk around 5:30 p.m. Continue reading
Recall: President’s Choice White Grape Juice
The 1.36 litre size of President’s Choice White Grape Juice contains sulphites which are not declared on the label. Consumption of the product may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in people with sensitivity to sulphites. Continue reading
“We hope that by giving away 10,000 pink balloons, we will give this city 10,000 ideas of life beyond war.”Nargis Azaryun, Afghan volunteer Gallery: Kabul residents receive 10,000 peace-filled balloons during “We Believe in Balloons Day” →
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Celebrating Laura Secord Elementary’s 100th Birthday
A Vancouver elementary school is celebrating its 100th birthday with some amazing memories. Jennifer Palma reports. Continue reading
30 detained after Orthodox vigilantes disrupt gay rights rally in Moscow
Russian police say they detained at least 30 gay rights campaigners and their opponents at an unsanctioned rally in Moscow. Continue reading