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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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Disaster, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

Latest blaze at Toronto condo towers extinguished, fire crews no longer monitoring

TORONTO — Toronto fire officials say they have extinguished a…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

Teen charged with murder after man dies following fight in Oshawa, Ont.: police

Police in Durham Region say a 16-year-old boy has been…

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Business, Economy, Ontario/Quebec, Transport

May 11, 2026

Christopher Reynolds

Pearson airport CEO defends current ownership model as feds explore privatization

As talk of privatization swirls, the head of Toronto’s Pearson…

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Despite profound loss, Martin Short's 'happy gene' on display in new documentary
Star

May 11, 2026

Despite profound loss, Martin Short’s ‘happy gene’ on display in new documentary

If there’s a thin line separating laughter and pain, then…

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Health, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario nurses launch constitutional challenge over lack of right to strike

TORONTO — The Ontario Nurses’ Association is launching a constitutional…

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IN PHOTOS | A tulip showcase in Canada's capital
Star

May 11, 2026

IN PHOTOS | A tulip showcase in Canada’s capital

The colourful tulips at Commissioners Park in Ottawa are on…

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Disaster, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

One person dead after fire at downtown Toronto community housing building

TORONTO — Fire officials say one person is dead after…

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National, Prairies/BC, Sports

May 11, 2026

Gemma Karstens-Smith

‘Final touches’ underway at FIFA World Cup venues in Vancouver, Toronto

Hard hats and orange cones have been a frequent sight…

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Health, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

May 11, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario allowing pharmacists to treat more conditions, administer more vaccines

TORONTO — Ontario pharmacists will soon be allowed to administer…

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