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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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Canadian crypto fugitive is seeking U.S. presidential pardon on criminal indictment, U.S. lobbying firm says
Star

March 18, 2026

Canadian crypto fugitive is seeking U.S. presidential pardon on criminal indictment, U.S. lobbying firm says

A Washington, D.C., lobbying firm says it is seeking a…

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Sports

March 18, 2026

Joshua Clipperton

New York Islanders jump on Maple Leafs early, down Toronto 3-1

TORONTO — Calum Ritchie had a goal and an assist…

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#TheMoment he made ice cream while running in Calgary
Star

March 18, 2026

#TheMoment he made ice cream while running in Calgary

Jonny Arnott tells The National about the moment he churned…

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Justice, National, Ontario/Quebec

March 17, 2026

Paola Loriggio

OPP report finds no evidence of wrongdoing for officers in Umar Zameer case

TORONTO — An investigation by Ontario Provincial Police has cleared…

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Ontario/Quebec, Politics

March 17, 2026

Allison Jones

Ford ‘keen’ on Niagara amalgamations; but his office says he’ll respect mayors’ will

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Tuesday he is…

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Sports

March 17, 2026

John Chidley-Hill

Rookie centre Collin Murray-Boyles could return on Raptors road trip

TORONTO — A day later, and Collin Murray-Boyles was still…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 17, 2026

No charges against Ontario resident who shot and injured alleged home invader: police

VAUGHAN — Police north of Toronto have decided not to…

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Entertainment, Arts, Ontario/Quebec, Social

March 17, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario to allow BYOB at cultural and community outdoor events

TORONTO — Ontario is expanding tailgating rules beyond sporting events…

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Ontario/Quebec, Politics

March 17, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario plans to open high-occupancy vehicle lanes to all outside peak traffic times

TORONTO — Ontario drivers may soon be able to use…

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