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Protesters and police clashed Monday at the University of Texas in a confrontation that resulted in dozens of arrests, and Columbia University began issuing suspensions as colleges around the U.S. begged pro-Palestinian demonstrators to clear out tent encampments as commencement ceremonies approach.  As protests continue across U.S., Texas police use …

While federal officials say there’s still no sign of a dangerous form of bird flu appearing in Canadian dairy cows, scientists warn limited surveillance means Canada might not be staying ahead of an explosive H5N1 outbreak impacting dairy cattle south of the border.  Calls for active surveillance on both sides …

Conservative MPs are pushing Ottawa to release details of its agreement with Honda Canada to build a sprawling electric vehicle operation in southern Ontario — disclosure they say is necessary to ensure Canadians get all the jobs in the multi-billion-dollar project.  ‘Canadian workers are being sidelined without consequence,’ union says …

There’s a new makeup trend taking social media by storm, with videos racking up billions of views and influencers going viral just for trying it, and Canadians have some of the most popular versions.  The videos from around the world have racked up tens of millions of views. There’s a …

Flutter Statement Jewelry offers handcrafted statement accessories made by skilled Filipinas Kultura showcases Filipino design excellence Kultura Filipino Design Studio: Made in the Philippines returns this year as a celebration of community, uniting brands with a shared dedication to highlighting Filipino culture. With over 70 participating brands, including guest labels, …

With pay transparency laws now in effect in B.C. and passed in P.E.I., Newfoundland and Ontario, companies are called upon to include salary ranges with job postings. But advocates say some employers post such wide pay ranges it counteracts the spirit of legislation designed to help close the pay gap.  …

Concerned about “engagement and learning skills” in her school’s Grade 9 math class, a principal in Brockville, Ont., emailed a letter to parents promising a crackdown on cellphones in the classroom.  Teacher’s test demonstrates barrage of incoming messages during class time. Concerned about “engagement and learning skills” in her school’s …

Allegations of improper medication reviews at Shoppers Drug Mart, and corporate pressure to hit billing targets for them as outlined in a recent CBC News investigation, has prompted some to take a closer look at the Ontario government program.  Health minister says all programs, including MedsCheck, continually assessed. Marg Davies …

FOOTBALL PITCH. A design perspective of the artificial-grass football field that will soon rise at the Victorias National High School campus in Victorias City, Negros Occidental. It will be the first 11-a-side synthetic turf soccer pitch to rise in Western Visayas. (Screenshot from Victorias City government video) BACOLOD CITY – The City of Victorias in …

Miss Eco International 2024 winners/Miss Eco International via Instagram  MANILA, Philippines — Angelina Usanova of Ukraine was crowned Miss Eco International 2024 at the close of the coronation rites in Triumph Luxury Hotel in Cairo last April 28. Philippine delegate Chantal Elise Schmidt was proclaimed as 1st runner-up. The Cebuana …