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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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Former special ops soldier says he faced 'retaliation' for reporting alleged killing of Afghan civilians | CBC News
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October 16, 2024

Former special ops soldier says he faced ‘retaliation’ for reporting alleged killing of Afghan civilians | CBC News

A former special forces soldier is suing the federal government,…

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A new bride at 18, she says he'd often force himself on her. It's not rape in India | CBC News
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October 16, 2024

A new bride at 18, she says he’d often force himself on her. It’s not rape in India | CBC News

Her wedding night at age 18 brings back painful memories…

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FIRST PERSON | I was surprised to find beauty in the aftermath of the Jasper fire | CBC News
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October 16, 2024

FIRST PERSON | I was surprised to find beauty in the aftermath of the Jasper fire | CBC News

Ted Bishop didn’t know what to expect when he returned…

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A pheasant hatchery, 10,000 old solar panels and a renewable energy dilemma | CBC News
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October 16, 2024

A pheasant hatchery, 10,000 old solar panels and a renewable energy dilemma | CBC News

Right now, Canada’s renewable energy infrastructure — both solar panels…

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Murder trial begins for U.S. tech consultant accused in death of Cash App founder Bob Lee | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Murder trial begins for U.S. tech consultant accused in death of Cash App founder Bob Lee | CBC News

The murder trial of a tech consultant in the stabbing…

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Lilly Ledbetter, icon in the battle for U.S. equal pay, dead at 86 | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Lilly Ledbetter, icon in the battle for U.S. equal pay, dead at 86 | CBC News

Lilly Ledbetter, an former Alabama factory manager whose lawsuit against…

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New lawsuits accuse Sean (Diddy) Combs of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

New lawsuits accuse Sean (Diddy) Combs of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor | CBC News

A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean (Diddy)…

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Can Jupiter's ice-covered moon host life? After delay, NASA's finally sent spacecraft to Europa to find out | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Can Jupiter’s ice-covered moon host life? After delay, NASA’s finally sent spacecraft to Europa to find out | CBC News

NASA finally launched a spacecraft from Florida on Monday onÂ…

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Public safety committee calls for emergency meeting on RCMP allegations against India | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Public safety committee calls for emergency meeting on RCMP allegations against India | CBC News

The federal standing committee on public safety and national security…

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