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Foreign aid agency USAID in crisis as Trump, Musk threaten shutdown

Foreign aid agency USAID in crisis as Trump, Musk threaten shutdown

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is facing its greatest threat since its inception over 60 years ago, as President Donald Trump and his billionaire adviser Elon Musk spent the weekend impugning the agency that has contributed to Washington being the most critical source of foreign assistance around the world.

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Parents say social media app Snapchat gives kids access to illicit drugs

Parents say social media app Snapchat gives kids access to illicit drugs

An Ontario father says he’s struggling to keep his teen son away from drug dealers on popular messaging app Snapchat, and he’s not alone. The social media platform’s parent company, Snap Inc., is being sued by dozens of U.S. families who say the app’s disappearing messages make it hard for parents to supervise their kids’ online activity.

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Air Canada passengers repeatedly overcharged for baggage, but airline faces no fines
Star

June 2, 2024

Air Canada passengers repeatedly overcharged for baggage, but airline faces no fines

Rob Eedson of Ottawa figured he’d spring for a small…

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These musicians bought a seat for a cello worth $4.5M. Air Canada wouldn't let it on board
Star

June 2, 2024

These musicians bought a seat for a cello worth $4.5M. Air Canada wouldn’t let it on board

A pair of classical musicians, including famed British cellist Sheku…

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MPs question airline CEOs on carry-on baggage fees
Star

June 2, 2024

MPs question airline CEOs on carry-on baggage fees

Four airline CEOs will face questions about carry-on baggage fees when…

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WestJet tried to silence couple fighting for compensation after airline cancelled their flight
Star

May 5, 2024

WestJet tried to silence couple fighting for compensation after airline cancelled their flight

Anna and Russell Gurney knew something was wrong when their phones pinged…

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Cities are overheating. How do we cool them down? | CBC Radio
Star

April 22, 2024

Cities are overheating. How do we cool them down? | CBC Radio

Quirks and Quarks54:00Overheated – a Quirks & Quarks special about…

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Rooftop solar power is good for the environment, but it might not save you money | CBC News
Star

April 22, 2024

Rooftop solar power is good for the environment, but it might not save you money | CBC News

The cost of solar panels has plunged in the past…

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Trump says Zelenskyy wants to sign minerals deal in U.S., as reports suggest draft agreement reached
Star

April 11, 2024

Trump says Zelenskyy wants to sign minerals deal in U.S., as reports suggest draft agreement reached

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Ukrainian President…

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Sending troops to Ukraine 'on the table' to enforce a peace deal, says Trudeau in Kyiv
Star

April 11, 2024

Sending troops to Ukraine ‘on the table’ to enforce a peace deal, says Trudeau in Kyiv

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau paid a surprise visit to Kyiv…

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Ukrainians in Kherson survived Russia's occupation. Now, they're being hunted by drones
Star

April 11, 2024

Ukrainians in Kherson survived Russia’s occupation. Now, they’re being hunted by drones

When Dmytro stepped out into the morning sun last October…

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