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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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Conservatives increase pressure on Boissonnault to resign
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November 18, 2024

Conservatives increase pressure on Boissonnault to resign

Conservatives are ramping up pressure on Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault…

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The world's largest drawing is a love letter to Nigeria
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November 18, 2024

The world’s largest drawing is a love letter to Nigeria

At 1,004.7 square metres — or nearly as big as…

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Doctors met by security as they set up unsanctioned overdose prevention sites at Vancouver Island hospitals
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November 18, 2024

Doctors met by security as they set up unsanctioned overdose prevention sites at Vancouver Island hospitals

Doctors on Vancouver Island say they’re setting up unsanctioned overdose…

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Canada-U.S. border hours to change at 35 ports of entry in new year
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November 18, 2024

Canada-U.S. border hours to change at 35 ports of entry in new year

The Canada Border Services Agency says as of Jan. 6,…

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New survey finds Canadians are feeling anxious about immigration
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November 18, 2024

New survey finds Canadians are feeling anxious about immigration

Canadians are feeling increasingly uneasy about immigration and its role…

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Netflix under pressure to get Beyonce-NFL event right after technical struggles of Paul-Tyson fight
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November 18, 2024

Netflix under pressure to get Beyonce-NFL event right after technical struggles of Paul-Tyson fight

Netflix will host a Beyoncé halftime show as part of…

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Alberta to lift auto insurance rate cap, axe right to sue in crashes: Sources
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November 18, 2024

Alberta to lift auto insurance rate cap, axe right to sue in crashes: Sources

One major reform the UCP will announce soon could slash…

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Ontario Taylor Swift fans 'crushed' after losing thousands of dollars in alleged Eras Tour ticket scam
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November 18, 2024

Ontario Taylor Swift fans ‘crushed’ after losing thousands of dollars in alleged Eras Tour ticket scam

Halton police say 40 people have reported paying a third…

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Roblox unveils new parental controls, limits messaging for users under 13
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November 18, 2024

Roblox unveils new parental controls, limits messaging for users under 13

Video game maker Roblox said on Monday that it is…

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