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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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More RCMP in Alberta are wearing body cameras. But do they improve safety?
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January 5, 2025

More RCMP in Alberta are wearing body cameras. But do they improve safety?

Alberta RCMP have ramped up the use of body worn…

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Hockey Canada ticket donation program opens doors for kids, parents say
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January 5, 2025

Hockey Canada ticket donation program opens doors for kids, parents say

For Renee Larocque, buying tickets for her family to watch…

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Toronto Metropolitan University's new medical school aims to address Ontario doctor shortage
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January 5, 2025

Toronto Metropolitan University’s new medical school aims to address Ontario doctor shortage

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is poised to open its new…

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Canadian actor Michael J. Fox among those awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom by Biden
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January 4, 2025

Canadian actor Michael J. Fox among those awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom by Biden

“Michael J. Fox is an actor who has won five…

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30 years on, is Quebec headed for another independence referendum?
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January 4, 2025

30 years on, is Quebec headed for another independence referendum?

10 years ago, Jean-François Lisée predicted that Quebec’s independence movement…

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Jeff Baena, indie filmmaker and husband to actor Aubrey Plaza, found dead at 47
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January 4, 2025

Jeff Baena, indie filmmaker and husband to actor Aubrey Plaza, found dead at 47

Baena was found dead Friday morning at a Los Angeles…

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City of Hamilton under fire by local tiny homes companies for ordering shelters made in China
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January 4, 2025

City of Hamilton under fire by local tiny homes companies for ordering shelters made in China

The co-founder of an Indigenous-owned, tiny home manufacturer in Brantford,…

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These Ottawa landlords say they've fallen victim to the same 'professional' tenants
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January 4, 2025

These Ottawa landlords say they’ve fallen victim to the same ‘professional’ tenants

Edriam Salter covers her nose with her sweater as she…

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Peterman, Gallant go undefeated to win Canadian mixed doubles Olympic trials
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January 4, 2025

Peterman, Gallant go undefeated to win Canadian mixed doubles Olympic trials

Jocelyn Peterman and Brett Gallant left nothing to doubt at…

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