RUSSIA/UKRAINE WAR
Russian attacks kill 6 in Ukraine exposing gaps in air defences
Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles, drones and guided bombs Sunday, killing at least six people and wounding dozens, authorities said, again highlighting Ukraine's shortage of U.S.-made Patriot air defence systems.Moscow has in recent weeks stepped up its use of ballistic missiles a...
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CYCLOSPORA OUTBREAK
Taco Bell in Canada says its lettuce is safe to eat
Taco Bell in Canada says the lettuce that has caused an outbreak of the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora in the United States has not been served at its locations.The company made the announcement in a social media post after Taylor Farms lettuce served at five Taco Bell restaurants in American states - Indiana, Ke...
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BLUE JAYS LEGEND
Duane Ward, former Blue Jays pitcher, World Series champion, dies at 62
Duane Ward, a two-time World Series champion and one of the most accomplished relievers in Toronto Blue Jays history, has died at 62.The Blue Jays said Sunday that Ward died of natural causes in Toronto. He had arrived in the city Friday ahead of the team's ceremony honouring its 1992 and 1993 championship teams but wa...
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RIDE FOR A CAUSE
Saskatchewan motorcyclist tackling 75-hour ride across Canada for men's mental health
A Saskatchewan motorcycle instructor is preparing to push his mind and body to the absolute limit this summer, embarking on a gruelling 6,000-kilometre cross-country trek to battle the rising crisis of men's suicide.In late August, Regina's Terry Alberts will kick off "The Long Haul for Mental Health," an ult...
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WCBL SKILLS COMPETITION
WCBL stars deliver ballpark bombs, bunts to kick off All-Star Weekend in Saskatoon
In the days leading up to All-Star Weekend for the Western Canadian Baseball League, Saskatoon Berries infielder Gael Salinas didn't do much in the way of bunting.Despite limited practice down the line, Salinas was among those crowned champions on a sweltering Saturday afternoon at Cairns Field for All-Star skills even...
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On the airwaves
Batoche Resistance Radio brings more eyes to Back to Batoche
The annual Back to Batoche festival is celebrating its 56th year as thousands from far and wide gather at the Batoche National Historic Site to celebrate Métis culture and traditions. Nearly 40,000 people gathering in one area can make widespread communication difficult, but Batoche Resistance Radio is set up to...
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Canada
Penticton RCMP investigate a Saturday assault that happened at an elementary school
VICTORIA - Penticton RCMP say they are investigating a Saturday night assault on the grounds of a local elementary school. Mounties say officers responded just before 11 p.m. to Queen's Park Elementary after receiving a report of an assault. Two people...
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West Kelowna RCMP say a 67-year-old drowned in Lake Okanagan during swimming event
VICTORIA - West Kelowna RCMP say a 67-year-old man drowned Saturday, while attempting to swim across Lake Okanagan. Mounties say in a statement that the senior was participating in the Swim Across the Lake event, when another participant found him unre...
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Canada to join multinational fighter program in observer role: reports
OTTAWA - Canada is widely expected to enter into a multinational, next-generation fighter jet program this week, though not as a full member. International news media have reported for months that Ottawa is poised to sign onto a program to make a sixth...
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5,000 firefighters battling blazes as Canada faces 'intense' wildfire season: Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney says more than 5,000 firefighters and nearly 300 waterbombers and other aircraft are battling blazes as Canada experiences one of the worst wildfire seasons on record. Carney said he visited federal workers in Ottawa on Sunda...
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BC Wildfire Service says fire near Pemberton, B.C. is now being held
VICTORIA - The BC Wildfire Service says the fire burning near Pemberton, B.C. has been held, but more than 100 wildfires continue to burn in the province. The new designation for the Signal Hill Wildfire, which was first discovered on July 15, means t...
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A look at the nearly 1000 active wildfires scorching Canada
Nearly 1,000 active wildfires are burning across Canada, according to the national wildland fire summary, including 35 new blazes reported Sunday. More than 200 fires are deemed out of control. The fires continue to prompt air quality warnings, which ...
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