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Sudbury college unveils 'Heart of Fire' Pavilion to ignite Indigenous connections

Collège Boréal has opened the Shkode “Heart of Fire” Pavilion in Sudbury, a new space dedicated to supporting First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities.



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Ford's plan to remove Toronto bike lanes will cost at least $48M: city staff report

The city estimates that it will cost $48 million to remove bike lanes in Toronto, a city staff report says.



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NextStar 'full speed ahead' with Windsor EV battery production amid Trump tariff uncertainty

Windsor, Ont.,'s massive electric vehicle battery plant expects to start producing cells by July — amid uncertainty surrounding possible automotive-related tariffs imposed by the U.S., as threatened by Donald Trump during his election campaign.



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Wallaceburg's historic connections to Canadian women's hockey highlighted in new book

Canada's first captain of a women's international hockey team is from the Chatham-Kent. It's the same community that held one of the country's first organized women's tournaments in 1968.



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Two born-and-raised Calgarians will play for Calgary's new women's pro soccer team

Calgary natives Sarah Keilty-Dilling and Grace Stordy will lace up for Calgary Wild FC's 2025 inaugural season in the newly formed Northern Super League.



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Q&A: What new right to repair laws mean for Canadians with products in need of a fix

New changes to Canada's Copyright Act are aimed at making it easier for people and independent repair technicians to fix the products they own. Afternoon Drive spoke with Alissa Centivany, an assistant professor at Western University and right to repair expert, who helped advise on the new legislation.



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Here's where Ottawa's draft budget will cost you more

Residents are set to pay more for a variety of city services next year if Ottawa's 2025 draft operating budget, tabled Wednesday, is adopted.



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What's behind the movement to battle 'woke' civic election campaigns in Saskatchewan?

Third-party organizations are spending money to take aim at city spending, waste and ‘wokeism.’ We take a closer look at why.



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Cynthia Block elected as Saskatoon's next mayor



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John Horgan's political legacy looms as large as his personal one

Politically, John Horgan's legacy will be defined by bringing the B.C. NDP two terms in power, and passing a range of affordability policies amid a spiking cost of living and international crises.



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'AwarePods' for women are satire, but new poll on safety fears shows why they aren't funny

In a world where women can buy a "Just in Case" sports bra with a hidden pocket for weapons, or download the "bSafe" app with a voice-activated SOS alarm, you'd be forgiven for not realizing the "AwarePod," as the Canadian Women's Foundation dubbed its new campaign, is satire.




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RCMP investigate 'disturbing' letters sent to B.C. teachers

Teachers and staff at an elementary school in Vanderhoof, B.C., have received what RCMP are calling 'disturbing' letters. They arrived just weeks after a rainbow crosswalk in the same community was targeted for vandalism.



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Apple's M4 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro is on sale for $2,999 & in stock

This popular M4 Max configuration packs a 32-core GPU and 1TB storage, making it a well-equipped model that's $200 off and in stock now.


Pick up this M4 Max MacBook Pro at a discount - Image credit: Apple

To grab the $200 discount, head over to Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama and enter promo code APINSIDER during Step 4 of checkout (step-by-step instructions can be found further down this page). This high-end retail spec features Apple's M4 Max chip with a 14-core CPU and 32-core GPU. It also has 36GB unified memory and a 1TB SSD to help future-proof the laptop.

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Apple & A24 sign Lena Dunham to write movie about FTX crypto implosion

Apple and A24 are working on a film adaptation about Sam Bankman-Fried and the FTX crypto scandal, with the script set to be written by Lena Dunham.


A representation of Bitcoin - Image Credit: Pixabay/Michael Wuensch

The two studios are in the early stages of developing the film based on the New York Times bestseller "Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon" by Michael Lewis. The book covers the rise of Bankman-Fried, followed by the eventual discovery of missing funds at the cryptocurrency exchange and subsequent fraud charges.

Lena Dunham has been attached to the film, reports Variety, having previously starred and produced the HBO series "Girls," as well as "Camping" and "Generation." Her work on "Girls" led to eight Emmy Award nominations, as well as one Golden Globe.


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iPad is still Apple's second biggest device despite long term decline

A new report claims that despite overall sales declining, Apple's iPad continues to sell steadily, and is second only to the iPhone.


iPad Air 2024

While the iPad dominates the US market, overall it's sales have been declining, and the latest models reportedly failed to reverse that trend. Nonetheness, the Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) says in a new report, that iPad sales are chiefly stable.

Apple does not release detailed sales data, so information such as CIRP's has to come from surveys. CIRP also does not give actual sales figures though, so its use solely of percentages is only illustrative of the differences between the iPad models.


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News24 Business | Carbon tax: Eskom to receive 'price neutrality' in phase 2

Treasury has published a discussion document on phase 2 of the carbon tax, which kicks in 1 January 2026




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Obama's Secret Service agent breached security to have an affair: Memoir

A Secret Service agent assigned to Barack Obama was breaching security while leading a double life, according to a memoir by the agent's former girlfriend.




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Republican calls Biden-Harris border policies 'a joke'

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Rep. Monica De La Cruz of Texas about securing a second term.




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Gun violence prevention groups to fight Trump's 'concealed carry reciprocity' plan

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to move back to the White House, he has said he will keep his promise to sign a nationwide "concealed carry reciprocity" law.




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Former Democrat Tulsi Gabbard is Trump's pick for director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard -- a military veteran who once sought the Democratic presidential nomination, was chosen by Trump to be his director of national intelligence.




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Trump's defense secretary pick once slammed him for 'shallowness' on foreign policy

Donald Trump this week tapped Pete Hegseth to be his secretary of defense -- despite the Fox News host having previously criticized him before he was elected in 2016.




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Trump 'challenging' Republican senators with controversial Cabinet picks: ANALYSIS

Donald Trump was elected with a mandate last week. He's now using it to challenge Republican senators to confirm his Cabinet picks.




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What 23andMe business troubles could mean for users' genetic data

The company is laying off 40% of its workforce and discontinuing its therapeutics division.




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Great Valley hosts art exhibit celebrating women's voices and experiences

Penn State Great Valley is hosting a special exhibit through Jan. 6 in collaboration with the Regional Center for Women in the Arts, featuring a vibrant collection of works by visionary artists dedicated to celebrating women's voices and experiences.




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New members join Penn State Beaver Advisory Board  

Penn State Beaver has welcomed two new members to its advisory board, Julia McDowell and Scott Mayhew. McDowell, a Penn State Beaver alumna, is vice president of the Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence for Highmark. Mayhew is the maintenance, turnaround and construction director for Shell Polymers at the company's Monaca site.




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News24 Business | Telkom wins order to raid company it says used stolen data to 'poach' clients

A source says over 1 300 customers have been lured away using data allegedly harvested by a franchise employee.




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News24 Business | Blockbuster game boosts Tencent's profit

Tencent's revenue rose 8% after the summer release of Dungeon & Fighter Mobile helped China's most valuable company resist a severe economic downturn.




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News24 Business | Prosus unlocks R36bn through Swiggy's India IPO, eyes PayU in 2025

Prosus, the consumer internet behemoth and Naspers subsidiary, says it unlocked $2 billion (about R36 billion) in value after the listing of Indian food delivery giant Swiggy on Wednesday.




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News24 Business | TFG's Bash buys Zando online domain

TFG's Bash platform, which is set to break even or be profitable two years earlier than forecast, has bought the South African domain name of the now-defunct online fashion retailer Zando.




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"Mrs And Mrs": Celebrity Chef Ritu Dalmia Gets Married In An Intimate Ceremony In South Africa

Chef Ritu Dalmia, one of India's most celebrated chefs, tied the knot on November 5, 2024.




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"Two Types Of Girls": Alaya F And Manushi Chhillar Bond Over Different Drinks

On Tuesday, Alaya posted a picture on her Instagram Stories, enjoying a day out with her BFF Manushi Chhillar.




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Viral: Internet Impressed By 14-Year-Old Boy Making Golgappa "Faster Than A Machine"

Viral Video: A 14-year-old street stall vendor made waves on the Internet with his superfast golgappa-making speed




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Hrithik Roshan's Sister Sunaina Reveals How She Lost Over 50 Kg And Changed Her Diet Habits

"I would basically eat everything and anything under the sun that is unhealthy," Sunaina Roshan reveals in her latest social media post.




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Love Sipping Soup? Don't Miss Trying This South Indian Bonda Soup This Winter

Soup Recipes: Bonda soup is a popular lentil-based soup hailing from Karnataka. To make it, medu vadas or urad dal bondas are soaked in a moong dal soup.




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5 Facts About Soy Milk You Bet You Didn't Know

Did you know that soy milk did not originate in the Americas or it is a preferred milk dairy-free option for baking? If you are everything about Soy milk, then you have landed on the right page.




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Chor Bizarre Is Back! A Look Inside The Iconic Restaurant That's Stolen Delhi's Heart Again

Eclectic interiors, bold cocktails, and flavours that pack a punch - Chor Bizarre has reopened, and it's better than ever.




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Ranveer Singh's Anniversary Post For Deepika Padukone Proves She Loves Desserts - See Pics

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone celebrated their 6th marriage anniversary




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Waack Girls OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Prime Video's Latest Drama Series

Waack Girls, a Prime Video Original series, will release on November 22. The drama follows six women in Kolkata forming a dance group focused on waacking. Created by Sooni Taraporevala, it explores their journey overcoming personal struggles and societal pressures. The series stars Mekhola Bose, Rytasha Rathore, and others, with a compelling mix of humor, drama, and dance performances.




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SpaceX Plans To Develop 'Marslink' Network To Provide Internet On Mars

SpaceX has introduced a Marslink concept, a satellite-based communication network around Mars, to support interplanetary data exchange for future Mars missions. NASA reviewed this and other proposals, including Blue Origin's Blue Ring orbital tug and Lockheed Martin's MAVEN-based network. The Marslink network would build on SpaceX’s Starlink technology, currently providing internet connectivity on Earth. NASA aims to enhance Mars exploration through partnerships, with both commercial innovations and its laser-based communication system for deep-space data transfer.




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Apple Reportedly Working on 'AI Wall Tablet' With Smart Home Controls and Apple Intelligence

Apple is said to be developing a new product that could function as a wall-mounted display, according to Bloomberg News. This display is expected to provide controls for smart home devices, as well as support for voice commands through Siri and will reportedly offer Apple Intelligence features. Here's everything you need to know about Apple's upcoming device.




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Global Fossil CO2 Emissions Hit Record High in 2024: Here's What You Need to Know

Global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels reached a record high in 2024 at 37.4 billion tonnes, up 0.8% from 2023, according to the Global Carbon Project. Despite progress in renewables and climate efforts, fossil fuel use has not yet peaked, raising concerns about reaching global warming limits. With 41.6 billion tonnes of CO2 projected overall, scientists stress immediate and deep emission cuts to meet climate targets and prevent further warming. Key regions show mixed trends, with India’s emissions up 4.6% and the EU’s emissions down 3.8%.




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SKY Reveals 'Sacrifice' For Tilak That Worked Wonders For India Against SA

Suryakumar Yadav showered praise on Tilak Varma and said that the youngster was capable of doing what he did in Centurion.




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"Thanks To...": Tilak Credits One Particular Member Of India For Ton vs SA

Coming in to bat at No. 3, Tilak slammed 107 in just 56 balls to notch up his first T20I century.




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'No Request' From BCCI Amid Media Claims On India's 'Secret' Training

It was also learnt that India A players have reported in Perth and will be part of the intra-squad match.




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"We Got A Bit Of History But...": Ponting Takes Fresh Dig At Gambhir

Former Australian cricket team Ricky Ponting took a fresh jibe at India head coach Gautam Gambhir amid their ongoing feud over the former's comments on Virat Kohli's recent form.




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"It Was Just Down To...": SA Captain's Candid Confession On Loss vs India

South Africa lost by only 11 runs to India in the third T20I in Centurion.




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"What A Father Would...": On Rohit's Availability vs Aus, Report Says This

India captain Rohit Sharma is not in Australia. There has been no official communication about the reason behind his absence




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"It Did Affect...": KL Rahul On Animated Chat With LSG Owner Sanjiv Goenka

India wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul has opened up on the animated chat between Lucknow Super Giants' owner Sanjiv Goenka during the 2024 IPL when LSG were hammered by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).




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"Hot, Hot, Hot Candidate": Ex-Pak Star Picks Gambhir's Successor As Ind Coach

Basit Ali believes that VVS Laxman has established himself as a 'hot' contender to become the next India coach following the win over South Africa in the third T20I encounter.




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"Countries Once Divided...": Afridi's Big Appeal Amid Champions Trophy Row

India conveyed its stance of not travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy, citing security concerns.