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Trump warns Canada that China won’t let them play hockey anymoreU.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday during the premiere of the “Melania” film at the Kennedy Center in New York City said Canada was “doing very poorly,” and warned both the U.K. and Canada against getting into business with China. He added that the first thing China would do with Canada would be to say,...PoliticsJan 30
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Vancouver Bandits to play first-ever ‘home’ game outside of Metro Vancouver in KelownaVancouver’s pro basketball team and the City of Kelowna are teaming up to build the sport in the city. As Travis Lowe reports, the centrepiece of a new basketball festival will be the first-ever Vancouver Bandits home game outside of Metro Vancouver.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganFeb 3
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Massive winter snowstorm across North America prompts many to play outsideA massive winter storm swept across large parts of North America on Sunday, bringing freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and ice that knocked out power to more than a million customers and grounded thousands of flights. The chaotic conditions didn’t stop many from having fun in the snow. From tobogganing to snowball fights, kids and adults...CanadaJan 25
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Alberta curler prepares to play at upcoming Scotties Tournament of HeartsA local curler is getting ready to play on the national stage. Nicky Kaufman has realized a lifelong dream – earning her place at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. Nicole Stillger has more.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJan 16
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Foul play not suspected in Surrey house explosionSurrey Police now say foul play is not suspected in Friday night’s fiery blast that destroyed a house in Cloverdale. A 22-year-old man was severely injured in that explosion, fortunately, he is expected to survive. As Paul Johnson reports, neighbours rushed in to help.Global News Hour at 6 BCJan 10
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Adults can play a pivotal role helping kids with their mental healthIt can be a tough time of year. A tricky combination of colder weather keeping people inside, limited daylight, and the post-holiday blues. Psychiatrists say these feelings are especially important to track in young people. Health reporter Katherine Ward has more from the experts on how adults can play an important role in supporting children’s mental...HealthJan 19
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69-year-old theatre icon Louise Pitre plays a teen in ‘Kimberly Akimbo’Known for her breakout role as Fantine in the 1989 Toronto production of ‘Les Miserables’ and her Tony-nominated Broadway debut as Donna in ‘Mamma Mia,’ Louise Pitre is 16 again in the musical ‘Kimberly Akimbo.’ Liem Vu chats with Pitre and her co-star Tess Benger about the Tony Award-winning show about a young teen living...EntertainmentJan 19
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Paul Bettany in talks to play David Bowie in upcoming biopicHe’s been everyone from a colonial ship’s doctor to the MCU’s Vision – but acclaimed actor Paul Bettany may be gearing up for his biggest role yet, as the “Amadeus” star is rumoured to be in talks to play music icon David Bowie in an upcoming biopic. How does the “WandaVision” star feel about possibly...The Morning ShowJan 6
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Swift Hockey’s 23-year-old CEO is on a mission to make playing the sport more affordableThe founder of a Whitby-based hockey stick company is fresh off being recognized on Forbes’ ’30 Under 30′ list. His business’ goal is to make hockey less expensive so more people can play. Germain Ma has his story.SportsDec 24, 2025
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Experts warn against using ‘buy now, play later’ programsBuy now, pay later is a temping option with the holidays right around the corner, but while the retail financing plan is popular, experts warn it comes at a cost. Meghan Cobb reports.CanadaDec 16, 2025
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Jimmy Stewart’s daughter approves of KJ Apa playing her dad in upcoming biopicSpoiler alert: Survivor 49’s champion was crowned Wednesday night – who outwitted, outplayed, and outlasted the competition this season? Also – KJ Apa has been cast to play Jimmy Stewart in a biopic on the iconic American actor. The casting has been approved by Stewart’s daughter, admitting that she didn’t think that Hollywood could find...The Morning ShowDec 18, 2025
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Hamilton students tackle city’s homelessness crisis through original playA group of high school drama students in Hamilton, Ont. Have written a play about the stories of people they met while volunteering at an outreach centre this school year. As Megan King reports, the show looks to address food and housing insecurity many are facing in the city.EducationDec 12, 2025
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Saskatchewan Rush legend Church sets franchise’s games played markWATCH: No player has suited up in as many games for the Saskatchewan Rush than Robert Church, breaking the franchise’s games played record to open the 2025-26 NLL season.SportsDec 9, 2025
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Free Play for Kids wins $105K through national contestAn Edmonton charity that makes sports accessible to hundreds of kids in need just got a big funding boost thanks to a national contest. Nicole Stillger has more on the massive donation and what it will mean to Free Play for Kids.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonDec 9, 2025
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World Cup 2026: Crowd gasps after Carney jokes Canada could play ‘someone better than Italy’Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney drew some audible gasps along with laughs in Ottawa on Monday as he talked about last Friday’s FIFA World Cup draw. After saying Canada could potentially play “someone better than Italy,” Carney stopped after hearing the crowd’s reaction. “Can we pull that one back?” Carney joked as he laughed with...PoliticsDec 8, 2025
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Black Friday: Why the “deals” you love may be playing youBruce Sellery CEO of Credit Canada joins Global News Morning to uncover how Black Friday marketing tricks outsmart even the savviest of shoppers and why the real question isn’t the size of the sale but whether you can truly afford it.Global News Morning CalgaryNov 28, 2025
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Toronto woman admits to playing role in 2006 axe murder of boyfriendNicola Puddicombe, testifies at her Faint Hope hearing. Last week, the jury heard that puddicombe denied having anything to do with the axe murder of her boyfriend, Dennis Hoy in 2006. As Catherine McDonald, for the first time since the axe murder, she now admits playing a role in it.CrimeNov 27, 2025
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Blue Rodeo keyboardist plays at Kingston soup kitchenAs Canadian rock band Blue Rodeo continues its nationwide tour, one member of the group is using the opportunity to give back. Ahead of their performance at Slush Puppie Place tonight, keyboard player Mike Boguski performed a mini show for visitors at Martha’s Table.Nov 21, 2025
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Ask the Educator: What are Say and Play Boards?If you’ve spent any time at a playground, you’ve likely spotted a colourful board filled with pictures and symbols. It’s called a Say and Play Board … and it’s helping kids communicate, make choices and feel included. In this month’s Ask the Educator segment, Krista Wennerstrom, manager of Speech Language Pathology with Edmonton Catholic Schools,...Global News Morning EdmontonNov 20, 2025
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Port Perry taxi operator urges municipality to ‘level the playing field’ as ridesharing shifts industryA Port Perry taxi driver is calling on the municipality to level what he says, is an uneven playing field when it comes to competition with rideshare companies. While the issue has been a tug-of-war in larger cities for years, the small Durham Region community is just noticing the landscape shift. Germain Ma reports.Nov 24, 2025