Rebecca Joseph

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Rebecca Joseph is a National Online Journalist based in Toronto, Ontario.

A self-proclaimed techie and news junkie, she holds a bachelor of journalism from the University of Kings College and a bachelor of computer engineering from the University of Manitoba.

She’s a native Winnipeger, but she worked in Ottawa, Quebec, New Zealand, Winnipeg and Halifax before settling in Toronto.

Rebecca started working at Global News as an intern for Global Halifax in 2014. She then worked for The Morning News in Halifax before moving to the online department in Toronto in 2015.

She has also had her work featured in newspapers and magazines in Halifax and Toronto.

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Canada

April 19, 2019 6:56 am

Fiat Chrysler recalls 20,000 Darts in Canada because they can roll away

The recall is because of a defective part that could allow the shift cable to detach from the transmission — allowing the cars to roll away. Continue reading →

Politics

April 18, 2019 10:36 am

William Barr said White House gave Mueller ‘unfettered’ access — but Trump refused to testify

William Barr said the White House gave Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s team “unfettered” access during the investigation — despite the fact that President Donald Trump refused to testify. Continue reading →

World

April 18, 2019 6:00 am

Archived live coverage: Redacted Mueller report released by U.S. Justice Department

The long awaited Mueller report — or at least a redacted version of it — was released Thursday. Continue reading →

Crime

April 17, 2019 12:58 pm

Suspect found dead after threats made to schools ahead of Columbine anniversary

The woman accused of making threats to “commit an act of violence” in lead up to the 20th anniversary of the Columbine school shooting was found dead during a manhunt, according to local media reports. Continue reading →

World

April 17, 2019 12:25 pm

Drone video shows fire left massive holes in roof of Notre Dame Cathedral

The damage to the 800-year-old church, as seen from above in video captured by drone, looks extensive. Continue reading →

Canada

April 17, 2019 4:34 am

How Canada’s Parliament buildings are protected against fire during major renovations

The Notre Dame fire raised questions about Canada’s own historic buildings — including Parliament itself, which is undergoing renovations. Continue reading →

Canada

April 16, 2019 9:03 pm

Trudeau has heated moment when asked to reconcile climate plan with pipeline purchase

A young woman asked Trudeau to reconcile the Liberal government’s decision to buy the Trans Mountain pipeline with its climate plan. Continue reading →

Consumer

April 16, 2019 7:00 am

Fish fraud: How can consumers make sure they’re getting what’s on the label?

The fish you buy might not be the fish you thought it was. Continue reading →

World

April 15, 2019 3:45 pm

Notre Dame fire: What ‘invaluable’ treasures reside at the famed Paris cathedral

Along with the striking architecture and the famous Rose Window, the Cathedral contains many priceless art pieces. Continue reading →

Canada

April 12, 2019 1:59 pm

Remember to get your vaccine booster — adults can lose immunity as they age

A new study from Public Health Ontario has shown how immunizations you receive as a child can lose its effectiveness into your adult years. Continue reading →

Politics

April 11, 2019 1:02 pm

Villain or victim of a smear campaign? Julian Assange’s complicated history

Some have decried the WikiLeaks founder’s arrest as a violation of human rights and a violation of his right to free speech. Continue reading →

Science

April 10, 2019 2:16 pm

Why a blurry picture of a black hole matters

The picture may seem underwhelming to some. Artist’s renderings or simulations of black holes in the past have looked very similar — here’s why it matters. Continue reading →

World

April 9, 2019 3:17 pm

‘Chaos’ as Trump administration struggles to retain, fill top posts

Amid a series of resignations and dismissals at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Trump has denied accusations that he is “cleaning house.” Continue reading →

Benjamin Netanyahu

April 8, 2019 11:02 am

Beto O’Rourke calls Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu ‘racist’

U.S. presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke isn’t the first Democrat to criticize Israel in recent weeks. Continue reading →

Money

April 4, 2019 3:38 pm

Many Canadians see tax refund as ‘windfall’ but money was theirs all along: CIBC poll

The poll found that 63 per cent of respondents view the money as a bonus, rather than their own money being paid back to them. Continue reading →

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Rebecca Joseph

National Online Journalist, Breaking News

Rebecca Joseph

@rebecca__joseph

Fiat Chrysler recalls 20,000 Darts in Canada because they can roll away

William Barr said White House gave Mueller ‘unfettered’ access — but Trump refused to testify

Archived live coverage: Redacted Mueller report released by U.S. Justice Department

Suspect found dead after threats made to schools ahead of Columbine anniversary

Drone video shows fire left massive holes in roof of Notre Dame Cathedral

How Canada’s Parliament buildings are protected against fire during major renovations

Trudeau has heated moment when asked to reconcile climate plan with pipeline purchase

Fish fraud: How can consumers make sure they’re getting what’s on the label?

Notre Dame fire: What ‘invaluable’ treasures reside at the famed Paris cathedral

Remember to get your vaccine booster — adults can lose immunity as they age

Villain or victim of a smear campaign? Julian Assange’s complicated history

Why a blurry picture of a black hole matters

‘Chaos’ as Trump administration struggles to retain, fill top posts

Beto O’Rourke calls Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu ‘racist’

Many Canadians see tax refund as ‘windfall’ but money was theirs all along: CIBC poll

Deck collapse in Langley injures up to 40 people; 20 seriously hurt

Elana Fric was killed after filing for divorce. How do we make leaving less dangerous?

Live Alberta election results: Riding-by-riding vote map

Elizabeth Warren calls for Trump’s impeachment following release of Mueller report

Justin Bieber joins chorus against Laura Ingraham: 'You should be fired'

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