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Punters, kickers again dominate CFL global draftHe went first overall in the CFL's global draft Wednesday, but the Ottawa Redblacks will have to wait for South African punter Aidan Laros.SportsApr 29
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Hantavirus strain can spread via humans, WHO says as 62 more feared exposedThe World Health Organization has identified the Andes strain of hantavirus, which can be transmitted from person to person, in passengers who were on the cruise ship.World9 hours
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Hantavirus: 3 dead on Atlantic cruise ship in suspected outbreakThe World Health Organization said detailed investigations aboard the MV Hondius ship are ongoing, including further laboratory testing.WorldMay 4
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Dozens of ‘cocaine hippos’ tied to drug lord Pablo Escobar to be culledThe cocaine hippos escaped Pablo Escobar's ranch after the drug lord was killed by national police in 1993. Since then, they have taken up residence in the region.TrendingApr 14
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Hantavirus: Possible human transmission in cruise ship outbreak, WHO saysA World Health Organization official said that the cruise stopped at several islands off the coast of Africa, some of which 'have a lot of rodents.'WorldMay 5
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Soccer fans in Calgary endure snow, cold for chance to see FIFA World Cup trophyAhead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer, it's iconic trophy is visiting cities across Canada before the tournament begins in early June.SportsApr 12
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Fan dies after fall at Mexico City stadium hosting 2026 World Cup openerAfter the incident, the Mexico City Prosecutor's Office released a statement saying it's 'investigating the death of a person that occurred on March 28 inside Estadio Banorte.'TrendingMar 30
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U.S. tourist held in Zanzibar after his fiancee dies following argumentsJoseph Isaac McCann, 45, was questioned by police, four days after his partner, Ashly Robinson, 31, was found dead in a luxury villa in Zanzibar on her birthday trip.WorldApr 16
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Young Canadian men more likely to say gender equality has gone ‘far enough’The Ipsos results were part of a 29-country survey done with the Global Institute for Women's Leadership at King's College London that was released last week.CanadaMar 12
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How Iran oil shock is spurring a crackdown to save energy around the worldIn Thailand, an order for civil servants to work from home for the foreseeable future came with another – use the stairs while the energy squeeze continues.EconomyMar 16
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Carney in Australia to build on ‘important’ trade, defence relationshipThe prime minister arrived in Sydney midday Tuesday local time to meet with business leaders, before heading to Canberra to address the Australian Parliament on Thursday.PoliticsMar 3
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Carney leaves for overseas trade trips, starting with IndiaIn his Davos speech in January, Carney urged middle powers to work together against "American hegemony" and the efforts of great powers to coerce and subjugate smaller countries.EconomyFeb 26
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Lionel Desmond inquiry: N.S. opposition wants transparency on government progressIn January 2024 the inquiry issued 25 recommendations including for the province to improve health access for Black Nova Scotians.CanadaApr 21
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U.S. adding firing squads, electrocution, gassing to federal execution methodsThe report was a fulfillment of President Donald Trump's promise to resume capital punishment in his second term in the White House.U.S. NewsApr 24
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Canadians accused of joining ISIS moved out of Syria to prisons in IraqAt least five Canadians may be among those now before Iraq's judiciary.CanadaFeb 13
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Shell needs big discovery or deals as oil, gas reserves dwindleShell needs an acquisition or exploration breakthrough to meet its future output targets and make up for an expected production shortage the company and analysts say.Feb 9
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China’s reaction to U.S. attack on Iran ‘restrained,’ say expertsAs in other recent conflicts, including last year’s attack on Iran, China has condemned the use of force while remaining on the sidelines, keeping in mind its long-term interests.WorldMar 3
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Global Affairs Canada laying off highest-skilled diplomats, union saysThe cuts come as Global Affairs Canada sets out its plans to meet budget belt tightening requirements laid out by Prime Minister Mark Carney last year.PoliticsMar 25
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Nine dead, several injured in Sunday morning pub shooting in South AfricaSouth African authorities say a gang of gunmen opened fire on a pub in Pretoria early Sunday morning, killing nine people and injuring at least 10 more.CrimeDec 21, 2025
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‘Math ain’t mathing’: N.S. budget called out for cuts to Indigenous, Black programsPeople filled the gallery of Province House on Friday to protest the provincial budget and cuts to programs and community grants that benefit Black and Indigenous communities.CanadaMar 6