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Scientists warn Canada 'way behind the virus' as bird flu explodes among U.S. dairy cattle

April 30 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

While federal officials say there's still no sign of a dangerous form of bird flu appearing in Canadian dairy cows, scientists warn limited surveillance means Canada might not be staying ahead of an explosive H5N1 outbreak impacting dairy cattle south of the border.

More stores are ditching self-checkout amid theft and customer complaints

April 30 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

It was predicted that the all-self-checkout format would eventually become the norm. But, instead, several big box chains in Canada and the U.S. continue to ditch self-checkout machines at a number of their stores. Some experts and retailers say, in many cases, theft is the main culprit.

Ottawa plans to launch controversial firearms buyback program during election year

April 30 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

Ottawa is planning to roll out a mandatory buyback program for military-style firearms during the 2025 election year, after the program was delayed by Canada Post's refusal to participate, sources say.

Asoka makeup trend inspired by Bollywood is shining a spotlight on South Asian beauty

April 30 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

There's a new makeup trend taking social media by storm, with videos racking up billions of views and influencers going viral just for trying it, and Canadians have some of the most popular versions.

Columbia students occupy NYC campus building in pro-Palestinian protest

April 30 , 2024 at 06:15:34 a.m. EDT • :

Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York early Tuesday, barricading the entrances and unfurling a Palestinian flag out of a window in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide.

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April 30 , 2024 at 04:16:57 a.m. EDT • :

WATCH | Should Quebec catch up to other provinces and raise speed limits on highways?

April 30 , 2024 at 04:00:00 a.m. EDT • :

Canada is scaling back temporary foreign workers. Critics say the program needs an overhaul

April 29 , 2024 at 08:52:25 a.m. EDT • :

Protesters at McGill pro-Palestinian encampment are staying put despite warning for them to leave

April 29 , 2024 at 10:09:47 p.m. EDT • :

Poilievre hints to police he would use notwithstanding clause to change justice laws

April 29 , 2024 at 07:48:29 p.m. EDT • :

Arrest made in White Rock, B.C., waterfront homicide case

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