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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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Missing hiker found alive after more than 5 weeks in remote B.C. park
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November 27, 2024

Missing hiker found alive after more than 5 weeks in remote B.C. park

Sam Benastick was reported missing Oct. 17 after failing to…

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Jamieson Greer is Donald Trump's pick for U.S. trade rep in coming administration
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November 27, 2024

Jamieson Greer is Donald Trump’s pick for U.S. trade rep in coming administration

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump tapped attorney Jamieson Greer on Tuesday…

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Lucky Taylor Swift fan nabs 2 tickets in Vancouver for $16.50 each — but there's a catch
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November 27, 2024

Lucky Taylor Swift fan nabs 2 tickets in Vancouver for $16.50 each — but there’s a catch

A few lucky Taylor Swift fans in Vancouver managed to…

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Nova Scotia Progressive Conservatives to form majority government
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November 26, 2024

Nova Scotia Progressive Conservatives to form majority government

Nova Scotia voters handed Tim Houston’s Progressive Conservatives a second…

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Sask. NDP MLA says his trans children were the target of Premier Moe's proposed change room policy
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November 26, 2024

Sask. NDP MLA says his trans children were the target of Premier Moe’s proposed change room policy

Premier Scott Moe described the proposed policy as his ‘first…

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Bear cub snatched from a tree to pose for photos is free at last, and doing well
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November 26, 2024

Bear cub snatched from a tree to pose for photos is free at last, and doing well

A bear cub who was hauled out of a tree…

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Fighter dies following Edmonton-area MMA match
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November 26, 2024

Fighter dies following Edmonton-area MMA match

Alberta RCMP are investigating the death of a 33-year-old fighter…

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Drake launches 2nd legal action over Kendrick Lamar's song. What could happen next?
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November 26, 2024

Drake launches 2nd legal action over Kendrick Lamar’s song. What could happen next?

Drake has launched a second legal action against Universal Music…

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Economic impact of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Vancouver estimated at $157M
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November 26, 2024

Economic impact of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Vancouver estimated at $157M

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour will have an estimated $ 157-million…

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