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Ozempic, Wegovy use may be linked to ‘eye stroke’ and blindness, study findsThe use of semaglutide drugs, like Wegovy and Ozempic, may have an increased risk of sudden and irreversible vision loss and blindness, the study found.HealthJul 4
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‘Can’t hear bicycles’: Visually impaired transit rider concerned about floating bus stopsMary Ellen Gabias, who is blind, told Global News floating bus stops come at the 'expense of pedestrians who don't have the option of driving their own vehicle or a bicycle.'CanadaJun 19
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Driver gets house arrest in death of 7-year-old girl in MontrealThe defence and prosecution both suggested a 12-month sentence, agreeing that Becerra Garcia hadn't been driving dangerously and hadn't seen the girl because of the blinding sun.CrimeJun 5
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Swimming advisory issued for 2 beaches on Shuswap LakeThe beaches are both located along Blind Bay Road. Swimming at either is not recommended at this time due to the elevated risk of stomach or intestinal illness.HealthMay 31
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Helicopter needed to rescue injured cyclist in South OkanaganAccording to search and rescue, three ground crews were dispatched to the Bronco trail in the Three Blind Mice area after receiving a call for help.CanadaMay 11
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Graduating guide dogs lead the way for visually impaired pet owners in HalifaxA group of hard-working pups celebrated the completion of their guide dog training program at the Canadian National Institute for the Blind on Wednesday.CanadaApr 26
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Multiple motorcycle crashes prompt safety reminders from Lethbridge policeA recent motorcycle collision that sent one person to hospital is prompting Lethbridge police to remind residents about road safety.TrafficJul 11
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Saskatchewan teachers agree to binding arbitration, sanctions to ceaseThe Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation (STF) has agreed to participate in binding arbitration for wages and class complexity-accountability framework.CanadaJun 14
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Electricity demand soars as heat wave continues: FortisBCOn an average summer day, FortisBC says electrical demands average out to 434 megawatts. On Tuesday, demand spiked to 714 megawatts.ConsumerJul 12
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Widespread heat warnings issued as temperatures skyrocket across B.C.The warnings cover much of B.C.'s bottom third, inland sections of the central and north coasts, as well as the northeastern part of the province.WeatherJul 6
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Saskatchewan teachers discuss binding arbitration in consultation processThe STF said teachers are undergoing a consultation process around the use of binding arbitration to resolve the current bargaining dispute.EducationJun 12
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New AI wildfire detection system set up in some B.C. forestsVernon Fire Chief David Lind likens the Interior B.C. city's new artificial-intelligence-driven wildfire detection system to a fire alarm in the forest.Science3 hours
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E. coli found in Shuswap beaches, swim advisory issuedHealth officials are advising people not to swim at Caen Road Community Park in Shuswap due to elevated E. coli levels. Advisories for two other beaches have been lifted.CanadaJun 16
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WestJet strike averted as feds intervene, union says it will ‘comply’Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan said he had ordered the Canada Industrial Relations Board to impose final binding arbitration.CanadaJun 27
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Team Canada buying AC units for athletes at Paris Olympics. Why?Team Canada is among several visiting delegations that will be adding air conditioning units because the rooms in the Athletes Village won’t have them.SportsJun 29
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Summerland winery produces ‘wine of the year’Wine experts ahve put together a consumer list of the Top 50 wines in B.C. with Summerland's Dirty Laundry Vineyard taking the top spot with their 2022 Gamay.LifestyleJun 20
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Don’t have AC? How to stay cool in the looming heat waveWith many parts of Canada entering a 'prolonged heat event' on Monday, many will be asking whether it’s time to invest in an air conditioning unit.CanadaJun 17
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Sask. teachers declare bargaining impasse, work-to-rule begins MondaySask. teachers will begin province-wide work-to-rule on Monday after the Teachers’ Bargaining Committee declared an impasse in negotiations on Wednesday evening.CanadaJun 5
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‘Moderate risk’: Warnings issued as B.C. braces for incoming heat waveEnvironment Canada says the heat poses a 'moderate risk' to public health before the forecast returns to more seasonal temperatures later next week.WeatherJul 5
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Binding arbitration could be used in Saskatchewan teacher talksBinding arbitration could be used in the bargaining between the Saskatchewan government and teachers.EducationMay 31