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Immunity passes could be an 'interim measure' on the way to reopening society, physician says

Testing Canadians for immunity to the novel coronavirus — and issuing passes to those immune to the disease — could be a stepping stone to fully reopening the country’s economy, an Ottawa-area physician says.



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Chris Hall: Health expert warns reopening provincial economies will be 'tricky'

Some provinces will begin reopening their economies next week, a move one public health expert described as a delicate experiment — because so little is known about how many people are immune, or how long any immunity to the COVID-19 virus might last.



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This is That presents 'The Christmas Letter'

After librarian Dorothy Shunt finds an old letter written to Santa hidden inside an encyclopedia, she becomes compelled to find its author. When she discovers that the letter was in fact written over 30 years ago by a boy with a wish, the story then becomes much more than just about a letter and a librarian.



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New Year's Revolution

Want to help build better world? Margaret Wheatley is training 'Warriors for the Human Spirit. Want to see the world in a new light? Riz Virk argues we are all living in a computer simulation.




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Rededicating England to Mary, Bernie Sanders as America's zaydie

Monsignor John Armitage talks about Christians in England rededicating their country to Mary; and whenever Talia Lavin sees U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, she sees a zaydie, the Yiddish word for grandfather.




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The haunted landscapes of Téa Obreht — from the Balkans to the American West

The Serbian-American writer spoke with Eleanor Wachtel about how death, afterlife and American West mythology inspired her novel, Inland.



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How Laura Cumming unearthed the truth about her mother's kidnapping, 90 years later

The Edinburgh-born art critic and biographer spoke with Eleanor Wachtel about investigating the real story behind her mother’s disappearance as a child in 1929.



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Bernardine Evaristo on black British identity and her Booker-winning novel, Girl, Woman, Other 

The award-winning British author spoke with Eleanor Wachtel about amplifying the voices of marginalized people through literature.



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Susan Choi's Trust Exercise is an intense coming-of-age story — with a surprising twist

In conversation with Eleanor Wachtel, the American author spoke about the novel's timely depiction of power dynamics, memory and consent.



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Maaza Mengiste on the untold story of Ethiopia's women warriors during Italian occupation

In conversation with Eleanor Wachtel, the Ethiopian-American writer spoke about writing historical fiction that looks at the real-life pride and power of an African nation.



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From Soviet Russia to Trump's America, Masha Gessen on the nature of power and morality

The Russian-American journalist, author, translator and activist spoke with Eleanor Wachtel about the abuse of power and rise of modern totalitarianism.



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Translator and writer Jennifer Croft on her extraordinary childhood and the places it's led her 

The American author and translator's memoir is a poignant exploration of language, sisterhood and overcoming personal tragedy.



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'I have found out who my heroes are': Scared and lonely, locked-down seniors praise staff

Seniors living in Ontario’s long-term care homes where some residents have been infected with COVID-19 say they are scared and lonely as many facilities enforce physical isolation to curb the virus, but they also praise staff and speak about resilience.




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The Dose bonus: I'm a kid. Can you answer my questions about COVID-19?

Dr. Goldman answers questions about the coronavirus from kids across Canada, with the help of Tai Poole, host of the CBC podcast Tai Ask Why, and Matt Galloway, host of CBC Radio's The Current




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Sidelined patients reject being 'collateral damage' because of COVID-19

Canada’s provinces and territories began postponing elective medical and surgical procedures days after COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. Patients fearful for their health say advocating for care may make a difference.




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'I'd rather sleep on the street': Homeless cancer patient scared to stay in Toronto's shelters amid COVID-19

Robert Boast, a homeless 60-year-old Toronto man with incurable prostate and colon cancer, told White Coat, Black Art that he is more frightened of catching COVID-19 than dying from cancer.




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PSW draws attention to 'burnt out' staff as COVID-19 compounds long-term care crisis

A personal support worker (PSW), who has worked for a decade in long-term care homes, told White Coat, Black Art the COVID-19 pandemic is a crisis on top of an already existing crisis for PSWs.




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Pragmatic philosophers: let's just focus on 'the best we can do'

Is there anything better than “the best we can do”? According to some pragmatic philosophers, it’s not about settling for less but constantly pushing for more, and more. IDEAS presents the case for a particular, ‘moderate’ brand of pragmatism that may be deeply valuable in times of uncertainty.




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'Finding wonder in the face of existential dread': Grandeur of the universe gives comfort to physicist

As the COVID-19 crisis trudges on, many are shifting their focus to the day-to-day struggles of living amid a global pandemic and away from an increasingly uncertain future.   




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Milton's Paradise Lost: a survival guide for a fractured world

When we first meet Adam and Eve in John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost, they live in a perfect world. But by the end, they're expelled into one that is marked by exile, war, illness and death. IDEAS explores what the poem says to us about how to grapple with an uncertain future — and if we can find our collective way back home.




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Gelber Prize winners blame 'politics of imitation' for extremism in Central Europe

Extreme leaders, inequality, and unhappy citizens: what happened to the promise of a new day in Eastern and Central Europe? From the fall of the Wall to this pandemic era, looking at the legacy of an ill-fitting “politics of imitation,” with 2020 Gelber Prize-winners Ivan Krastev and Stephen Holmes.




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'I had tears in my eyes': Archaeologist Jean Clottes on the joy of decoding prehistoric art

The songs and stories of prehistoric humans are gone. All that remains of their culture is their art. IDEAS contributor Neil Sandell introduces us to the French archaeologist Jean Clottes, a man who’s devoted his lifetime trying to decipher the rich, enigmatic world of cave art.




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'We're not doing enough': Doctor urges equal health care for the most vulnerable

Co-founder of Partners in Health Dr. Paul Farmer says the COVID-19 pandemic offers many lessons and opportunities for the world, including a chance to reorient how we think about who deserves access to a high standard of health care.




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Let's remove the blindfold from Lady Justice, argues Métis lawyer

Justice is not blind in Canada’s legal system, argues Métis lawyer Jean Teillet. She says it needs to view Indigenous people fully to render justice fairly.




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What's your reaction to the B.C. pipeline protests?

What began as a Wet'suwet'en blockade in northern B.C. shut down Via Rail and CN dead in their tracks this week.



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Who is responsible for the Wet'suwet'en blockade impasse?

Tensions persist across the country over the ongoing rail blockades protesting the Coastal Gaslink pipeline.



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Should medical assistance in dying be an option when the diagnosis isn't terminal?

This week, a bill proposes to widen eligibility for medical assistance in dying (MAID), including removing the requirement that someone's natural death be "reasonably foreseeable."



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COVID-19: What's happening in Canada's long-term care homes?

Long-term care homes are in crisis and reeling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Are the seniors in your life adequately protected?



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Are seniors safe in Canada's long-term care homes?

Nearly half of Canada's COVID-19 deaths are linked to long-term care homes. Do you have family members or loved ones at risk?



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Beursblik: Moody's verlaagt ArcelorMittal naar junkstatus

(ABM FN-Dow Jones) Moody's Investors Service heeft de kredietrating van ArcelorMittal verlaagd van Baa3 naar Ba1, wat gelijk staat aan een zogeheten junk status. Dit bleek vrijdagavond.




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Higher education catches the virus; India and Australia's stymied relationship; The Pick - books, film and audio

Even as universities scramble to stay alive, there is no lifeline from the government. What's gone wrong?




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Christopher & Lambe’s Opponents Revealed

The draw for the boxing has been made, with Bermuda’s Tyler Christopher and Andre Lambe both finding out their opponents for the CAC Games in Colombia. Lambe will take on Alexander Rangel Madariaga from Colombia, while Christopher will battle Luis Jose Rodriguez Fernandez from Panama in his first match up. Related Stories Video: Teresa Perozzi […]

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Photos & Video: Aries Center Celebrity Boxing

Aries Sports Center on the first floor at Windsor Place celebrated its first year of operation by giving back to the community, donating all of the proceeds from an event held today [July 28] to the Family Center. The day’s activities saw local ‘celebrities’ take part in short boxing matches, with Nadanja Bailey, Jah Simmons, […]

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Bascome & Lambe Win Fight Night Pro Matches

The hometown fans at last night’s [Jan 18] Fight Night event at the Fairmont Southampton were given plenty to cheer about, as multiple local fighters defeated their overseas opponents, including Nikki Bascome claiming another pro victory, while Andre Lambe won his pro debut in fine style. In front of a packed and enthusiastic audience, Nikki […]

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Nikki Bascome & Andre Lambe To Fight In March

Epic Entertainment is getting set to present its second boxing event of 2020 on Saturday, March 28th, with Bermuda’s Nikki “Nifty” Bascome to match up against Jamaica’s Devon Moncriffe, while Andre “Showtime” Lambe will fight Jamaica’s Torriano Nicholas. A spokesperson said, “It’s Going to Be Epic on Saturday, March 28 at the Fairmont Southampton hotel. […]

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"How can I be 60, when I still feel 28?" : Ageing as a state of mind

When writer Ailsa Piper was planning for her 60th birthday, she decided that instead of receiving presents from friends, she wanted 60 minutes of their time. What were their tips were for ageing wisely and making the best of every day?




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How to make yourself as "employable as possible" post lockdown

If a future employer asks you: "What did you do during lockdown?" Then "I watched a lot of TV" probably won't go down so well. Today, two career experts join us to talk about how to use your time in lockdown to build a solid career plan and make yourself as employable as possible.




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What is remdesivir and what's all the fuss about?

On today's show: * What's remdesivir? * Where does it come from? * What do we know about side effects? * What about that study from China that found it provided no benefit? * Is lifting restrictions now too risky? * What does all the research into SARS-CoV-2 mean for the common cold?




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Alone, Together: Don't Fight It

Your song for us this Friday comes from Lee who writes that 2018 was her annus horribilis. One song that helped was from The Panics. "His beautiful voice, great harmonies and lyrics are perfect for the current situation especially when we really don't know where this current situation will lead us."




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Michael Mosley on his new obsession: How to get a good night's sleep (using science)

Long before Michael Mosley became known for the 5:2 diet, he was obsessed with another topic — sleep. Dr Mosley returns to Life Matters to talk about his sleep tips, as well as what we can learn about sleep from some of our best-known celebrities, amongst them: Margaret Thatcher, Mark Wahlberg, and Keith Richards.





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What's behind the sudden uptick in coronavirus cases?

On today's episode: * Is the uptick in cases because of people travelling at Easter a few weeks ago? * Should I be worried about the increased number of cases? * Will salt in my homemade salami kill coronavirus? * We can't travel to other states yet. Isn't it a bit early to travel to NZ? * Is it possible Ebola and coronavirus can mutate into a more potent virus? And Norman has some news from a research paper about heart medication, which found it didn't worsen the disease for people who got it or make them more susceptible to it in the first place.




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Corona Tales — Joe's Just 4 Men

Radio National Fiction's presents Corona Tales — stories of family, friendship and even romance under the cloud of COVID-19. Phil Spencer is an Englishman, and he's never been really comfortable talking about love.