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Trump’s Dow-at-30,000 Dream Hurt America

Trump is Mark Twain’s king, the great American con man.




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Who Knows Where the Time Goes

We are all in a box, and in those boxes we are grieving.




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Consumer Sentiment

The University of Michigan's Consumer Survey Center questions 600 households each month on their financial conditions and attitudes about the economy. Consumer sentiment is directly related to the strength of consumer spending. Consumer confidence and consumer sentiment are two ways of talking about consumer attitudes. Among economic reports, consumer sentiment refers to the Michigan survey while consumer confidence refers to The Conference Board's survey. Preliminary estimates for a month are released at mid-month. Final estimates for a month are released near the end of the month.




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Life after trafficking - Mexico

For 10 years she was forced into prostitution by her husband. With the help of OM Mexico, Rocio is now building a new life.




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Victory over death in a cemetery - Zimbabwe

An OM team has a rare opportunity to share the Gospel with the Doma people at the funeral of a senior member of the community.




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44 positive cases of COVID-19 confirmed at Conestoga Meats: public health

Region of Waterloo Public Health says there are 44 positive cases of COVID-19 at the Breslau meat processing facility Conestoga Meats.



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Toronto officials report 180 new cases of COVID-19 as city prepares to partially reopen some businesses

Toronto officials reported 180 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, a figure that represents a dip when compared to the more than 200 cases announced daily this week. 



  • News/Canada/Toronto

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Scammers taking advantage of rising demand for pandemic puppies

The COVID-19 pandemic has meant a spike in demand for puppies and an opportunity for scammers who are charging inflated prices for dogs not ready to be adopted out or with missing or bogus papers.



  • News/Canada/Toronto

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Opponents of County Rd. 42 mega-hospital trying for another appeal

The Citizens for an Accountable Mega Hospital Planning Process are in court trying to get leave to appeal a ruling that dismissed their appeal to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal over the location of the mega-hospital.



  • News/Canada/Windsor

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Former provincial lab on Huron Church Road could have tested for COVID-19

Located on Huron Church Road, the lab was one of 12 such facilities run by the Ontario government, and processed tests for diseases like tuberculosis and West Nile virus. But it was demolished to make way for the Herb Gray Parkway.



  • News/Canada/Windsor

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For past 2 weeks, this Windsor resident handed out food and necessities to those without a home

Every few days for the past two weeks, Windsor resident Joseph Antone has loaded up his red pick-up truck with food, water, fruit and other essential supplies for people who need it most.



  • News/Canada/Windsor

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Community spread blamed for over half of Ontario's new COVID-19 cases, 'perplexing' top doctor

After several days in which fewer than 400 cases of COVID-19 were added to the provincial tally, Friday's report was up again, with 477 new cases reported.



  • News/Canada/Toronto

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Former teacher found guilty of professional misconduct, has teaching licence revoked

Former Windsor high school drama teacher John Nabben was found guilty on Thursday, May 7 of professional misconduct, and has had his teaching licence revoked. 



  • News/Canada/Windsor

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Windsor filmmaker shoots horror movie at home — starring his family

Making a film when you can't leave home means being creative — with everything from the scenery to your cast. C.J. Bernauer talked to Windsor Morning host Tony Doucette about his new short horror film, called 'You're It.'



  • News/Canada/Windsor

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Madagascar ships unproven herbal remedy for COVID-19 to several African nations

Madagascar is putting its self-proclaimed, plant-based "cure" for COVID-19 on sale and several countries in Africa have already put in orders for purchase, despite warnings from the World Health Organization that its efficacy is unproven.




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Putin presides over slimmed down Victory Day as coronavirus cases rise

Russia marked 75 years since the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in the Second World War on Saturday, but the coronavirus outbreak forced it to scale back celebrations seen as boosting support for President Vladimir Putin.




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Protesters demand closure of LG Polymers plant in India after deadly gas leak

Villagers placed the bodies of three victims of a deadly gas leak from an LG Polymers plant in southern India at the gates of the site on Saturday and demanded the factory be shut down immediately and its top management arrested.




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'Thanks for ripping me off': B.C. government, ICBC hit with $900M proposed class action lawsuit

A proposed class action lawsuit has been filed in B.C. Supreme Court which, if successful, could mean every ICBC-insured motorist and crash victim will be in line for a share of almost $1 billion. 



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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Turmeric spice and a sporty life inspire B.C. designers

Kevin Khungay played high school basketball. His friend's older brother Sunny Basran was his coach. Years later, their unique designs are worn by some of the sports biggest stars.



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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B.C. boy crashes Jurassic World wrap party in T-Rex costume

A young fan of the Jurassic Park film franchise sporting a Tyrannosaurus Rex costume got to meet some of the cast and crew who have been filming the latest instalment of the franchise in his hometown of Merritt, B.C.



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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Couple shaves their eyebrows as motivation to stay home during COVID-19 pandemic

Justin Young and Justine Manuel in Kamloops, B.C., shaved off their eyebrows as extra incentive to stay home and avoid socializing.




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Customers of Kamloops pharmacy asked to isolate, monitor for COVID-19 symptoms

Interior Health officials are asking people who went to the Save-On-Foods pharmacy in Columbia Place Shopping Centre in Kamloops, March 10, 13 and 14 along with March 16 to 21 to self-isolate following a positive case of COVID-19 at the store.



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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Timber Kings' reality TV star behind B.C. mill using pulp to make medical garments

Bryan Reid is known for building custom log homes on his HGTV reality show Timber Kings, and he’s also in the business of pulp — cedar pulp used to make medical garments,an effort critical during the COVID-19 pandemic.



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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B.C.'s farmers markets set to open, but with new physical distancing protocols

Farmers markets throughout B.C.’s Interior and South Coast are ramping up for their spring seasons, but COVID-19 has forced them to make some changes to how they operate. 



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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How some B.C. municipalities are handling the financial impacts of COVID-19

Municipalities across the province are re-evaluating their financial situations as COVID-19 continues to keep municipal facilities closed and has put other revenue streams on hold. 



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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Eyebrow-shaving couple takes on another isolation trend: at-home haircuts

A B.C. couple who shaved their eyebrows off in the spirit of forcing themselves to stay at home has tackled another isolation challenge — home haircuts. 



  • News/Canada/British Columbia

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Calgary man accused of murdering Saskatchewan farmer granted bail

A 23-year-old man has been granted bail, after being charged in the death of a Saskatchewan farmer with a wife and two kids whose body was found dumped north of Calgary.



  • News/Canada/Calgary

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Here are the latest COVID-19 statistics for Alberta — and what they mean

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, there are so many numbers flying around, it's hard to keep track. Here, we'll do our best to keep track for you, with new charts updated daily and the context surrounding the data.



  • News/Canada/Calgary

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Calgary inmate confirmed as 1st case of COVID-19 in an Alberta correctional facility

An inmate at the Calgary Remand Centre has tested positive for COVID-19, marking the first time a case has been reported at an Alberta correctional facility.



  • News/Canada/Calgary

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What the unemployment numbers hide: Listen to the latest West of Centre episode

Politicians, pundits and other thoughtful westerners chat about the priorities, preoccupations and politics of Albertans and others who are West of Centre in this podcast series hosted by CBC Calgary's executive producer of news, Kathleen Petty.



  • News/Canada/Calgary

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Alberta premier likely to target wage boosts to seniors' home workers

Employees in Alberta continuing care homes and seniors’ residences are the most likely recipients of a federal wage top-up intended for essential workers.



  • News/Canada/Edmonton

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Strength to overcome

During special Easter outreaches to women in red light areas, outreach workers go in the knowledge that Jesus is with them and His resurrection power gives hope, strength and life.




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A transformed heart

An Albanian man's heart is forever changed after suffering a heart attack and meeting Jesus in his recuperation.




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Investing time, not wasting it

For Roberto Ramirez, serving God in missions has been one step of faith after another.




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March 28 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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March 29 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 1 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 2 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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April 3 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 4 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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April 8 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 9 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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April 10 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 11 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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April 12 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 15 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 16 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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April 17 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com




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April 18 Grains Commentary: Terry Roggensack

Terry Roggensack, The Hightower Report




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April 22 Grains Commentary: Virginia McGathey

Virginia McGathey, www.VirginiaMcGathey.com