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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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Live updates: Mark Carney sworn in as Canada's 24th prime minister
Star

October 12, 2024

Live updates: Mark Carney sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister

Will Trump and Carney speak soon? Possibly. Trump’s press secretary,…

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Mark Carney aims for smaller cabinet, team planning to drop over a dozen ministers: sources
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney aims for smaller cabinet, team planning to drop over a dozen ministers: sources

Prime minister-designate Mark Carney is aiming for a much leaner…

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After landslide victory, Mark Carney meets with Trudeau as transition to power begins
Star

October 12, 2024

After landslide victory, Mark Carney meets with Trudeau as transition to power begins

Prime minister-designate Mark Carney met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Monday…

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Mark Carney dominated the race to replace Justin Trudeau. Now what?
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney dominated the race to replace Justin Trudeau. Now what?

In something of a political blowout, Mark Carney was elected…

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Mark Carney says he's begun the process of renouncing Irish, U.K. citizenship
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney says he’s begun the process of renouncing Irish, U.K. citizenship

Liberal leadership hopeful Mark Carney says he’s written to the…

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Mark Carney has answered some questions — but many more remain
Star

October 12, 2024

Mark Carney has answered some questions — but many more remain

Near the end of Tuesday night’s Liberal leadership debate —…

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Liberal leadership: Here's where the candidates stand on key issues from housing to Trump tariffs
Star

October 12, 2024

Liberal leadership: Here’s where the candidates stand on key issues from housing to Trump tariffs

The four candidates vying to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau…

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Is the NDP in trouble? Party faces an uphill battle if snap election is called
Star

October 12, 2024

Is the NDP in trouble? Party faces an uphill battle if snap election is called

The 2025 federal election seemed to have all the makings…

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Did Mark Carney's campaign use AI to boost crowd sizes? We investigated
Star

October 12, 2024

Did Mark Carney’s campaign use AI to boost crowd sizes? We investigated

In online posts that were collectively viewed hundreds of thousands…

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