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Ryanair passenger’s racist rant against elderly black woman prompts police response
A video of the incident was taken by another passenger while the plane was waiting to take off from Barcelona to London. Continue reading
Saudis used Jamal Khashoggi body double in cover up of killing, CCTV footage shows
A senior Turkish official told CNN that the man was allegedly part of the 15-person team that was involved in the Oct. 2 killing. Continue reading
Why white poppies — meant to be a symbol of peace — are so controversial
The symbol is meant to be worn on Remembrance Day, but some say it is disrespectful. Continue reading
As Saudi prince’s ‘revolutionary’ persona unravels, King Salman does damage control
The disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi is tarnishing the carefully-crafted persona of Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Continue reading
Nikki Haley makes ‘Indian’ jokes about Elizabeth Warren’s DNA test
The diplomat delivered the keynote address at a charity dinner, making jokes about the Democrat senator’s recent DNA test. Continue reading
Here’s why Donald Trump is threatening Mexico over migrant caravans — again
The president appeared to threaten the newly minted Canada-U.S.- Mexico trade deal over a caravan of Honduran migrants trying to reach his country. Continue reading
Legalization day hiccups: Shortages, tech issues as Canadians buy marijuana
Some Canadians hoping to be among the first to buy legal marijuana were warned of shortages, lineups and technical issues. Continue reading
Jagmeet Singh trails in latest poll — what could that mean for the 2019 election?
The survey asked potential voters of each party how happy or unhappy they were with the leader’s performance. Continue reading
Pennsylvania teacher brought to tears by former student offering to donate kidney
George Labecki got the surprise from Lindsay Arnold Weinrich, who used to attend Cedar Cliff High School in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Continue reading
Missouri woman fired after blocking black man from entering his apartment building
D’Arreion Toles was returning home to his apartment when a woman, who was not named, blocked him from entering the building. Continue reading
Dressing up for Halloween? Skip the decorative contact lenses, Health Canada urges
While decorative lenses are popular additions to Halloween attire, they can pose risks such as cuts or scratches on corneas, allergic reactions and impaired vision. Continue reading
Why the case of a missing journalist is prompting international backlash against Saudi Arabia
Days after Jamal Khashoggi’s disappearance, several questions remain on his whereabouts amid reports that he has been killed. Continue reading
Buzzkill: Why bees fell silent during the 2017 solar eclipse
Several animals were recorded acting strangely during the 2017 celestial event, and it turns out bees were no different. Continue reading
Skip the steak? Curb meat consumption to combat climate change: study
Researchers said eating less meat would help the planet cope with a rapidly increasing population. Continue reading
Why ‘buy local’ Canadian dairy campaigns may be tricky to follow through
“Buy local” campaigns have already sprouted up across the country, with dairy farmers asking Canadians to continue supporting their products. Continue reading
