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Apple Martin denies bullying and expulsion claims.
Apple Martin posted on Instagram Stories saying claims she was expelled for bullying are "completely false." Vogue reports she attends Vanderbilt University and is due to graduate in May.
Jesse Jackson leaves a legacy of language and public service
Rev. Jesse Jackson died at age 84; he was a long‑time civil‑rights leader and an early Black presidential contender who popularized memorable phrases such as “I am somebody” and “Keep hope alive.”
America vs. climate change: U.S. EPA rescinds the endangerment finding
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has rescinded the 2009 "endangerment finding" that supported federal greenhouse gas rules, removing vehicle emissions standards; environmental groups and commentators have warned of health and political consequences. Farm Credit Canada has secured $5-billion in investor commitments for farming and food innovation over the next four years.
Ohana Development launches USD 4.1 billion Manchester City Yas Residences in Abu Dhabi
Ohana Development has launched the USD 4.1 billion Manchester City Yas Residences project in Abu Dhabi, and the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre announced digitisation of off‑plan registrations and bookings through its Madhmoun platform with mandatory escrow oversight.
Canada says it can broker a bridge between EU and CPTPP trade talks
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada can help 'broker a bridge' between the European Union and members of the CPTPP as leaders explore a possible new trade bloc, comments made after a Politico report that Canada is leading related talks; the remarks come amid global concern over U.S. tariffs.
Israeli military says more than 1,500 Canadians were serving in its ranks last year
The Israeli military reported that over 1,500 people with Canadian citizenship were serving as of March 2025, and the RCMP has an ongoing structural investigation into possible war crimes but has not launched the public reporting portal it had discussed.
French government reviews Nova Scotia sanctuary plan for two orcas
French officials met with the Whale Sanctuary Project in Paris to review a proposal to relocate two captive orcas to a coastal refuge in Nova Scotia, and said a final decision will be made by the end of March.
Stephen Colbert says network lawyers pulled James Talarico interview over FCC equal-time guidance
Stephen Colbert said network lawyers told the show not to air his interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico because of recent FCC equal-time guidance, and the segment was later posted online rather than on broadcast.
Local flooding possible in Mississauga and Brampton, officials advise avoiding waterways
Credit Valley Conservation says rain and melting snow could raise water levels near the Credit River starting Wednesday and has issued a flood outlook in effect until Friday; officials warn people to stay away from rivers, streams and other watercourses.
Nigeria and Kenya lead Africa's electric van assembly from Chinese EV kits.
Companies in Nigeria and Kenya are assembling electric vans locally from Chinese-made kits, while operators use lease and pay-as-you-drive financing to lower upfront costs and run costs.
Pennsylvania man cleared after 43 years denied bail in deportation fight
A Pennsylvania man whose 1980 murder conviction was overturned after 43 years was denied bail Tuesday and remains in immigration custody as he appeals a 1999 deportation order; the Board of Immigration Appeals agreed to hear his appeal based on what it called exceptional circumstances.
Carney unveils defence industrial strategy to reduce reliance on U.S. gear
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a defence industrial strategy aimed at boosting domestic suppliers to roughly 70% of military procurement and building capacity across 10 designated sovereign capability areas.
Future fire weather projections from CanLEAD‑FWI Version 1.0 are available.
A CanLEAD‑FWI Version 1.0 dataset on the Open Government Portal provides daily projections of six Fire Weather Index components and annual fire season length for Canada from 1950 to 2100 under the RCP8.5 scenario.
Canada inflation eases to 2.3% as gas prices fall
Canada's annual inflation rate slowed to 2.3% in January from 2.4% in December, with lower gasoline prices the largest contributor to the deceleration; core measures excluding food and energy also moderated.
Home ownership dream for one local family is about to come true
Rent Live Own will announce the winner of its Home for the Holidays campaign and will provide up to $12,000 in setup and down-payment support so the family can choose a home on the MLS or from the company's properties.
Iran meets U.N. nuclear watchdog in Geneva ahead of U.S. talks
Iran's foreign minister met the IAEA director-general in Geneva before a second round of indirect U.S.-Iran negotiations hosted by Oman, while Iran held naval drills as the U.S. moved additional carrier assets to the region.
Snowboarding's roots include Jake Burton, a lawn-mowing job and an Olympian's grandmother
The article links modern snowboarding to entrepreneur Jake Burton, noting an early lawn-mowing business that connected him with Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's family and helped lead to the Burton snowboard company's lasting influence at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Critical Minerals Push Drives High-Grade Exploration in BC's Golden Triangle
U.S. supply concerns and a recent international ministerial on critical minerals coincided with reports of renewed high-grade gold and polymetallic exploration activity in British Columbia's Golden Triangle.
Montreal's pothole problems may have solutions despite funding shortfalls
Montreal recorded a large rise in pothole complaints this winter, and local researchers say technical fixes exist; officials point to limited budgets and weather conditions as reasons permanent repairs are delayed.
Inflation falls to 2.3% in January while food prices rise, StatCan reports
Statistics Canada reports the consumer price index was 2.3% year-over-year in January, down from 2.4% in December; food bought in stores rose 4.8% compared with a year earlier.
New lunar samples from Chang'e-6 challenge the Late Heavy Bombardment
Analyses of Chang'e-6 samples show material tied to the South‑Pole Aitken Basin dates to about 4.25 billion years and prompt a recalibration of some crater ages by roughly 340 million years, leading authors to describe a gradual decline in impact frequency rather than a clear spike at 3.9 billion years.
Kivi Park outdoor prescription program shows healthy results
Kivi Park's Nature Prescription Program provided free park passes and early survey results report wide physical and emotional benefits, including improved sleep and social connection.
Warner Bros. reopens takeover talks with Paramount after Netflix waiver.
Netflix granted Warner Bros. Discovery a narrow seven-day waiver to allow talks with Paramount Skydance over unresolved deficiencies, and WBD now has until Monday to negotiate; the WBD board continues to recommend the Netflix buyout and a special shareholder meeting is set for March 20.
Canadian speed skaters Weidemann, Maltais and Blondin advance to team pursuit gold-medal final
Isabelle Weidemann, Valérie Maltais and Ivanie Blondin beat the U.S. in the women's team pursuit semifinal at the Milano Cortina Games and will skate the gold-medal final at 10:40 a.m. ET against the Netherlands, ensuring a medal.
B.C. Cancer to integrate rehab and exercise into patient care at diagnosis
B.C. Cancer has started a cancer physiatry program in Kelowna to provide integrated rehabilitation and exercise from the time of diagnosis, and Dr. Lauren Capozzi says the team received about 100 referrals in five months; the program cites a New England Journal of Medicine study linking structured exercise with improved colon cancer survival.
Colossal's Dire Wolves Are Fully Grown and Hunting Together
Colossal Biosciences reports its three dire wolves — Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi — have reached adult size and are hunting together while living as a pack under close supervision.
Geneva talks: Russian and Ukrainian officials arrive for U.S.-mediated meeting
Delegations from Russia and Ukraine arrived in Geneva for a U.S.-mediated two-day round of talks, with military chiefs present to discuss ceasefire monitoring; officials reported low expectations for immediate breakthroughs.
Sienna Continues Platform Growth in Ontario and British Columbia
Sienna Senior Living says it is continuing platform growth in Ontario and British Columbia and offers a full range of seniors' living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care and long-term care.
LA Mayor Bass says LA28 chief Wasserman should step down over Epstein-era ties
Mayor Karen Bass said Casey Wasserman should step down over published emails linking him to Ghislaine Maxwell, while the LA28 board has previously backed him after an outside review.
Casey House releases short film Big Fucking Deal about HIV stigma
Casey House has released a short film titled Big Fucking Deal that examines how stigma compounds for people living with HIV; a Casey House–commissioned study found 54% of Canadians say they do not feel they understand what it means to live with HIV today.
