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• Legalizing pepper spray would give ‘false sense of security,’ experts warn

  In Canada, any spray that is capable of injuring or incapacitating someone is currently considered to be a prohibited weapon, including any kind of mace or pepper spray.

  Canada

  36 mins
• U.K. meningitis outbreak worsens, chief medical advisor calls it ‘unprecedented’

  The U.K. Health Security Agency described the event as 'rapidly evolving' and warned of the potential for further cases.

  World

  51 mins
• Making ammunition in Canada ‘essential’ for independence: defence minister

  Defence Minister David McGuinty announced the launch of the Canadian Defence Industry Resilience Program Wednesday, with a focus on making ammunition in Canada.

  Canada

  1 hour
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• Taylor Frankie Paul breaks silence on alleged domestic violence incident

  'I'm a person that will always speak my truth — that's what I'm known for," the 'Mormon Wives' star said after allegations of a domestic violence incident with ex Dakota Mortensen.

  Entertainment

  1 hour
• Police foil plans for ‘violent attack’ on N.S. school, teen facing charges

  Police in Bridgewater, N.S., say a teen is accused of conspiracy to commit murder over plans for a 'violent attack' at a high school.

  Crime

  2 hours
• Raptors’ upset win surprises many Proline players

  The Toronto Raptors threw a majority of sports bettors off Sunday.

  Sports

  3 hours
• Oscars ratings down 9%, hitting lowest viewership since 2021

  The show also saw a more significant 14 per cent decline among adults aged 18-49 compared to last year.

  Entertainment

  3 hours
• Sean Penn given ‘Oscar’ made from damaged Ukrainian train after skipping show

  In 2022, as a gesture of goodwill, Penn loaned one of his Oscars to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, telling him only to return it when the war was won.

  Entertainment

  3 hours
• Bank of Canada holds interest rates as Iran war rattles global economies

  The Bank of Canada held its benchmark lending rate at 2.25 per cent, but Governor Tiff Macklem is keeping an eye on how the Iran war could impact Canada's economy.

  Economy

  4 hours
• ANALYSIS: No luck of the Irish for Winnipeg Jets on St. Patrick’s Day

  With only 15 games remaining and 10 of those on the road starting Thursday, the Jets' sprinter’s kick to the finish line will be anything but linear.

  Sports

  4 hours
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• Time for ‘serious’ talks on how AI uses news media information: minister

  Culture Minister Marc Miller says the government must have a serious conversation about AI systems’ use of news to ensure companies are acting responsibly.

  Canada

  5 hours
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• Global markets rise, oil prices retreat despite Iran war escalation

  U.S. benchmark crude fell US$1.24 to US$94.53 per barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, rose to US$104.17 per barrel. That's down from more than US$106 on Monday.

  World

  5 hours
• Winnipeg Jets rally late before falling to Nashville 4-3 in shootout

  Jonathan Toews tied the game with just over a minute left but all three Winnipeg shooters failed to score in the shootout.

  Sports

  Mar 17
• Winnipeg councillors point to steep school tax hikes following provincial changes

  The Manitoba government is facing calls to contain rising education property taxes.

  Politics

  Mar 17
• Canadian travel to U.S. continues to drop, Statistics Canada data shows

  The Statistics Canada data, released March 10, shows Canadians are still travelling, just less frequently to the United States.

  Canada

  Mar 17
• Canada’s Kerri Einarson wins 5th straight game at women’s world curling playdowns

  Team Canada's Kerri Einarson scored four points in the eighth end to defeat Italy and stay unbeaten at the World Women's Curling Championship in Calgary.

  Sports

  Mar 17
• Manitoba bill targets technology that could alter grocery prices for some shoppers

  The Manitoba government says it's moving to ban what it calls "predatory pricing'' on groceries, even though the issue hasn't been seen locally.

  Consumer

  Mar 17
• Ottawa appeals Emergencies Act use during ‘Freedom Convoy’ to Supreme Court

  The federal government is appealing a January ruling from the Federal Court of Appeal that upheld the use of the emergencies law breached Charter rights.

  Canada

  Mar 17
• One person killed in Trent Avenue fatal fire

  One person is dead after a house fire in East Kildonan Monday night.

  Fire

  Mar 17
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• IIU investigating after man accuses officer of police HQ assault

  Manitoba's independent police watchdog is investigating after a man accused an officer of assaulting him at Winnipeg police headquarters.

  Trending

  Mar 17
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• World Anti-Doping Agency agrees to limit athlete data use, watchdog says

  Canada's privacy commissioner said the agency agreed to measures to ensure international sports bodies only use highly sensitive personal information for anti-doping purposes.

  Canada

  Mar 17
• Pam Bondi faces April deposition over handling of Jeffrey Epstein case

  Bondi was ordered to appear for a deposition on April 14 by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform after a vote earlier this month that was supported by five Republicans.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
• An exercise program proves life-changing for this Nova Scotia cancer patient

  Since 2018, the ACCESS program has partnered the Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program and has seen over 500 participants come through the program.

  Health

  Mar 17
• Ukraine, allies seek support against Russia as Iran war shifts focus

  Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukraine's allies not to forget about his country, and suggested the U.S. and others should make use of Ukraine's anti-drone technology during the war.

  World

  Mar 17
• Kennedy Center board agrees to close for 2 years for renovations

  Trump has cited the need for repairs as a reason for the closure, despite the building undergoing a $250-million renovation in 2019.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17