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Is boiling a live lobster cruel? Why the debate is heating up

Is boiling a live lobster cruel? Why the debate is heating up

England is the latest country to introduce legislation to ban the boiling of live lobsters, turning up the heat on a long-simmering animal cruelty debate. CBC’s Tom Murphy breaks down the crustacean compassion divide and what it could mean for Canada’s multi-billion dollar seafood industry.

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Behind the scenes of Sinners, Oscar-nominated women are 'carrying the torch' for diverse, young filmmakers

Behind the scenes of Sinners, Oscar-nominated women are ‘carrying the torch’ for diverse, young filmmakers

Three women of colour who worked on the crew of Sinners are helping drive a significant shift in the film industry that’s allowing diverse newcomers to gain experience and recognition behind the scenes. Veterans like costume designer Ruth E. Carter who’ve broken barriers say they’re lighting the way for those who follow to make their own communities, lift each other up and create opportunities for each other.

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Alberta tables bill to reduce child access to sexually explicit images in public libraries
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April 2, 2026

Alberta tables bill to reduce child access to sexually explicit images in public libraries

The Alberta government is looking to make changes in all…

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Gaza family says toddler released from Israeli custody found with cigarette burn marks
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April 2, 2026

Gaza family says toddler released from Israeli custody found with cigarette burn marks

On March 19, the day before Eid al-Fitr, Osama Abu…

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Legault speaks on French in Montreal, Quebec identity in final question period as premier
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April 2, 2026

Legault speaks on French in Montreal, Quebec identity in final question period as premier

François Legault is attending his last question period at the…

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Bogus maple syrup from Quebec producer found on grocery store shelves
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April 2, 2026

Bogus maple syrup from Quebec producer found on grocery store shelves

Radio-Canada’s Enquête program has uncovered a major Quebec maple syrup…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

April 2, 2026

Five people charged with murder in death of Eabametoong First Nation man: OPP

Provincial police say five people, including two youths, have been…

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Canadian Premier League embracing global spotlight as 8th season begins
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April 2, 2026

Canadian Premier League embracing global spotlight as 8th season begins

With the FIFA World Cup coming to Canada and plans…

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If court halts separatists' referendum bid, they'll push Danielle Smith to approve it anyway
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April 2, 2026

If court halts separatists’ referendum bid, they’ll push Danielle Smith to approve it anyway

A First Nation’s injunction request, to be heard April 7,…

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Workers quit emergency care for Nova Scotia’s most vulnerable after CRA audit
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April 2, 2026

Workers quit emergency care for Nova Scotia’s most vulnerable after CRA audit

A private company that’s received more than $184 million in…

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Sports

April 2, 2026

Abdulhamid Ibrahim

Former Raptors Achiuwa, DeRozan lead Kings past Raptors 123-115

TORONTO — Precious Achiuwa had 28 points and 19 rebounds…

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