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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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The U.S. claims a peace deal for Ukraine is close. But Kyiv and Moscow remain far apart
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January 12, 2025

The U.S. claims a peace deal for Ukraine is close. But Kyiv and Moscow remain far apart

As Washington ramps up its negotiations with Ukraine and Russia…

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Zelenskyy calls for European involvement in peace deal and post-war 'reassurance force'
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January 12, 2025

Zelenskyy calls for European involvement in peace deal and post-war ‘reassurance force’

What are the possible security guarantees?Is Trump’s peace plan the…

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Who is Kirill Dmitriev, the blacklisted Putin ally and a key player in Ukraine peace talks?
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January 12, 2025

Who is Kirill Dmitriev, the blacklisted Putin ally and a key player in Ukraine peace talks?

He’s blacklisted in the U.S., considered a close ally of…

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Canada joins world leaders saying Trump’s plan to end war in Ukraine needs 'additional work'
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January 12, 2025

Canada joins world leaders saying Trump’s plan to end war in Ukraine needs ‘additional work’

Prime Minister Mark Carney, along with more than a dozen…

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine facing 'one of the most difficult moments in our history' in wake of U.S. peace plan
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January 12, 2025

Zelenskyy says Ukraine facing ‘one of the most difficult moments in our history’ in wake of U.S. peace plan

Ukraine may face a hard choice at a pivotal point…

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Ukraine will work on peace proposal with U.S., Zelenskyy says
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January 12, 2025

Ukraine will work on peace proposal with U.S., Zelenskyy says

U.S. representative says war won’t end ‘militarily’”It is imperative to…

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Russia's largest air attack on Ukraine sets fire to main government building
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January 12, 2025

Russia’s largest air attack on Ukraine sets fire to main government building

Russia’s largest overnight air attack of the war set the…

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Victory Day in Russia is supposed to be about commemorating the past. Now it's also about rallying the public
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January 12, 2025

Victory Day in Russia is supposed to be about commemorating the past. Now it’s also about rallying the public

When Russia celebrated the 60th anniversary of the surrender of…

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U.S.-proposed ceasefire in Ukraine would 'give nothing' to Russia, says Kremlin aide
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January 12, 2025

U.S.-proposed ceasefire in Ukraine would ‘give nothing’ to Russia, says Kremlin aide

The ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia proposed by the U.S. would “give…

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