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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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Oilers forward Zach Hyman buys Ontario Hockey League's Brantford Bulldogs
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January 13, 2025

Oilers forward Zach Hyman buys Ontario Hockey League’s Brantford Bulldogs

The Brantford Bulldogs announced on Monday that the OHL team…

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Apple pushes back against proposal to abandon diversity programs
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January 13, 2025

Apple pushes back against proposal to abandon diversity programs

Apple’s board of directors recommended investors vote against a shareholder…

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Former England captain Casey Stoney named head coach of Canadian women's soccer team
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January 13, 2025

Former England captain Casey Stoney named head coach of Canadian women’s soccer team

Canada Soccer has hired Casey Stoney as head coach of…

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Oliviero Toscani, Benetton creative director behind provocative ad campaigns, dead at 82
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January 13, 2025

Oliviero Toscani, Benetton creative director behind provocative ad campaigns, dead at 82

Oliviero Toscani, the man behind the shock advertising campaigns that…

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Gaza ceasefire deal 'closer than it's ever been' with talks to be held Tuesday, official says
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January 13, 2025

Gaza ceasefire deal ‘closer than it’s ever been’ with talks to be held Tuesday, official says

A round of Gaza ceasefire talks will be held in…

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Why Alberta's courts have seen a rise in sexual violence trials
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January 13, 2025

Why Alberta’s courts have seen a rise in sexual violence trials

Hundreds more cases of sexual assault and sexual exploitation have…

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B.C. Realtor liable after buying house meant for client for himself, judge rules
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January 13, 2025

B.C. Realtor liable after buying house meant for client for himself, judge rules

A judge has ordered a B.C. Realtor to surrender the…

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Jets, tanks and bears: The last time the G7 came to Alberta, it was in the shadow of 9/11
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January 13, 2025

Jets, tanks and bears: The last time the G7 came to Alberta, it was in the shadow of 9/11

Canada’s top security officials are ramping up planning in Kananaskis,…

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The Liberal leadership contenders' uphill battle
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January 13, 2025

The Liberal leadership contenders’ uphill battle

As the Liberal leadership race narrows, how well do Canadians…

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