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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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Deadline looms for Air Canada and its pilots to reach a deal | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

Deadline looms for Air Canada and its pilots to reach a deal | CBC News

The countdown is on for Air Canada and its pilots…

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Air Canada says it hasn't cancelled flights today over pilot talks, but some operations affected | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

Air Canada says it hasn’t cancelled flights today over pilot talks, but some operations affected | CBC News

Air Canada says some operations will start to be affected…

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Springfield, subject of baseless pet-eating claim spread by Trump at debate, receives bomb threats | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

Springfield, subject of baseless pet-eating claim spread by Trump at debate, receives bomb threats | CBC News

The city of Springfield in Ohio announced its city hall…

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Singh won't say if NDP climate plan will include consumer carbon tax | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

Singh won’t say if NDP climate plan will include consumer carbon tax | CBC News

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh won’t say whether he would keep…

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3 stabbed, standoff continues in Kingston | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

3 stabbed, standoff continues in Kingston | CBC News

Police in Kingston, Ont., say they’ve closed Montreal Street near…

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Acetaminophen among medication recalled from Canadian pharmacy brand | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

Acetaminophen among medication recalled from Canadian pharmacy brand | CBC News

Health Canada has issued a recall for vitamins and medication…

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Ottawa resident who died last month had rare mosquito-borne virus | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

Ottawa resident who died last month had rare mosquito-borne virus | CBC News

Ottawa Public Health says a resident who died in August…

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ANALYSIS | While voters may have tired of him, Trudeau looks forward to a 'choice' election | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

ANALYSIS | While voters may have tired of him, Trudeau looks forward to a ‘choice’ election | CBC News

If Justin Trudeau has chosen to stay on as leader…

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ANALYSIS | How Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris might impact the U.S. presidential election | CBC News
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September 12, 2024

ANALYSIS | How Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris might impact the U.S. presidential election | CBC News

Taylor Swift’s massive popularity, and the intensive fandom she inspires,…

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