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What you should know ahead of curling’s Rock League debut season

What you should know ahead of curling’s Rock League debut season

Thought curling season was over? Well, think again. Because even after an electric ride through the Grand Slams, Olympic trials, Olympics, Scotties, Brier and world championships, there is one event still to come. Rock League — a new professional curling outfit — will make its debut Monday at Toronto’s Mattamy Athletic Centre.

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Can AI apps replace teachers? Experts urge caution over school model

Can AI apps replace teachers? Experts urge caution over school model

Imagine school being two hours of core academics learned daily via an app, without teachers, and double that time spent on hands-on experiences. The unconventional model from a U.S. private school is sparking chatter and may benefit some, but Canadian experts say the approach blending GenAI with pre-existing methods warrants serious consideration about student privacy, well-being and what kids are actually learning.

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After 3 years of war, aid groups are struggling to bring in money for Ukraine
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February 12, 2022

After 3 years of war, aid groups are struggling to bring in money for Ukraine

Ukraine’s fight against Russia hasn’t gotten any easier with time….

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Microelectronics are illegally flowing into Russia. Why isn't Canada laying charges? | CBC News
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February 12, 2022

Microelectronics are illegally flowing into Russia. Why isn’t Canada laying charges? | CBC News

While Canadian authorities and the federal government are aware of…

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ANALYSIS | Thinking the 'unthinkable': NATO wants Canada and allies to gear up for a conventional war | CBC News
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February 12, 2022

ANALYSIS | Thinking the ‘unthinkable’: NATO wants Canada and allies to gear up for a conventional war | CBC News

NATO says it wants its members to develop national plans…

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ANALYSIS | The U.S. needs a few good allies. Does it still need Canada? | CBC News
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February 12, 2022

ANALYSIS | The U.S. needs a few good allies. Does it still need Canada? | CBC News

There’s a brief, delicious little vignette at the beginning of…

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Ukraine desperately needs surplus Canadian armour, ambassador tells MPs | CBC News
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February 12, 2022

Ukraine desperately needs surplus Canadian armour, ambassador tells MPs | CBC News

Ukraine’s ambassador to Canada says her country is in dire…

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Defence department spent more than $34 million on new sleeping bags now deemed unsuitable | CBC News
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February 12, 2022

Defence department spent more than $34 million on new sleeping bags now deemed unsuitable | CBC News

Despite the defence department spending more than $34.8 million on…

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One of the military's simplest procurement projects is being tied down by red tape | CBC News
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February 12, 2022

One of the military’s simplest procurement projects is being tied down by red tape | CBC News

Despite facing heavy pressure to ramp up military spending, the…

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Maverick Party looks to Bloc Québécois as inspiration to ensure western interests
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September 12, 2021

Maverick Party looks to Bloc Québécois as inspiration to ensure western interests

The Maverick Party, formerly known as Wexit Canada, advocates for…

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At least 26 killed, including children, after Israeli strikes reported in Gaza
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August 5, 2020

At least 26 killed, including children, after Israeli strikes reported in Gaza

Israeli planes launched strikes in Gaza on Tuesday, killing at…

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