By Chris Zappone, The Sydney Morning Herald, April 22, 2016 US primaries: How the US election is changing the global economic debate Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton’s convincing party wins in the New York primary for their parties’ presidential nomination have accelerated what has already been a contest of historic proportions. What is remarkable isn’t… Continue reading How the US election is changing the global economic debate
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Norwegian fighter jet helps save dying patient
By Agence France-Presse in Oslo, The Guardian, April 22, 2016 Hospital staff call on air force F-16 to transport vital equipment from Trondheim hospital to patient 280 miles away Quick-thinking medical staff in Norway saved a patient’s life by calling in a fighter jet to whisk live-saving medical equipment from another hospital. They didn’t ask… Continue reading Norwegian fighter jet helps save dying patient
Earth Day 2016: five inspiring facts and how to do your bit
By Cara McGoogan, The Telegraph, April 22, 2016 On Friday, leaders from 160 countries will officially sign the Paris Climate Agreement on Earth Day 2016. The deal was thrashed out in Paris last December in order to stem global warming. The signing makes this year’s Earth Day one of the most important in years, and the organisers will… Continue reading Earth Day 2016: five inspiring facts and how to do your bit
Cameco cutting 500 jobs at Rabbit Lake uranium mine
By Francois Biber, CBC News, April 21, 2016 Company says low commodity prices forces mining company to suspend Rabbit Lake operations About 500 people are out of a job after Canadian uranium mining company Cameco, announced it’s suspending production at Saskatchewan’s longest-running uranium mine. On Thursday, Cameco released a statement outlining its plans to suspend operations… Continue reading Cameco cutting 500 jobs at Rabbit Lake uranium mine
Blogger maps every fishing hole, campsite and hiking trail in Sask.
By David Shield, CBC News, April 21, 2016 Andy Goodson spent more than a year compiling the massive map For more than a year, Saskatchewan travel blogger Andy Goodson has poured over satellite images and government maps to create a comprehensive list of every campsite, hiking trail and fishing spot in the province. “There’s an… Continue reading Blogger maps every fishing hole, campsite and hiking trail in Sask.
Saskatchewan NDP unveils critic positions
By CBC News, April 21, 2016 Opposition Leader Trent Wotherspoon responsible for economy, Cathy Sproule will be finance critic The Saskatchewan NDP caucus has unveiled its critics for finance, health, education and other portfolios. All 10 of the New Democrats are in the shadow cabinet. Opposition Leader Trent Wotherspoon will be critic for the economy… Continue reading Saskatchewan NDP unveils critic positions
Grieving family warns others of rare but deadly hantavirus
By Stefani Langenegger, CBC News, April 22, 2016 Hantavirus is fatal for 1 in 3 people infected Robyn Young’s family says the 26-year-old was sunshine personified — a radiant young mother with a smile for everyone. She was the kindest person Julia McIsaac says she has ever known. “Not because she’s my daughter, but it’s just… Continue reading Grieving family warns others of rare but deadly hantavirus
2 men arrested in Toronto for attempting travel to participate in terror group: RCMP
By The Canadian Press, April 21, 2016 TORONTO – The RCMP say they’ve arrested two men in Toronto after the pair allegedly attempted to travel to “international conflict zones” to participate in a terrorist group. A spokeswoman says Kadir Abdul and Samuel Aviles were arrested last Friday on peace bonds, which are court orders to… Continue reading 2 men arrested in Toronto for attempting travel to participate in terror group: RCMP
Inflation cools to 1.3% in March on cheaper gasoline prices
By CBC News, April 22, 2016 Gasoline prices were much cheaper in March than they were during the same month a year earlier Canada’s inflation rate slowed to an annual increase of 1.3 per cent in March, thanks in large part to gasoline prices that were much cheaper during the month than they were in… Continue reading Inflation cools to 1.3% in March on cheaper gasoline prices
Trudeau to sign Paris climate treaty at UN ceremony
By Catherine Cullen, CBC News, April 22, 2016 PM in NYC to put pen to paper with representatives from 160 countries, but Canadian plan months away Watch Live Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will address the United Nations at a ceremony in New York City this morning before formally adding his signature to the Paris climate agreement. CBCNews.ca… Continue reading Trudeau to sign Paris climate treaty at UN ceremony