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Smuggler arrested with 300 tarantulas strapped to his body

Police in Peru have arrested a man caught trying to leave the country with 320 tarantulas, 110 centipedes and nine bullet ants strapped to his body.

With swastika flags and bellowed slurs, neo-Nazi marchers strode through Columbus. Ohio's governor and officials condemn it

Ohio officials have denounced a small contingent of neo-Nazis who paraded Saturday afternoon through a Columbus neighbourhood, waving flags featuring swastikas and shouting a racist slur, in the latest public demonstration by white nationalists in recent years across the United States.
Kevin Costner saw the fan outrage over his 'Yellowstone' character’s fate and he has thoughts

Kevin Costner has left 'Yellowstone,' and some viewers are not happy about it. The actor, who played the patriarch John Dutton on the hit series, addressed some backlash over his character’s exit.

Doctors say RFK Jr.'s anti-Ozempic stance perpetuates stigma and misrepresents evidence

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has pledged to tackle high rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and obesity as President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services. They’re goals that many in the public health world find themselves agreeing with — despite fearing what else the infamous anti-vaccine activist may do in the post.
Hospitality workers rally for higher wages as hotel costs soar during Swift tour

The sound of chants, whistles and drum beats filled the air outside a downtown Toronto hotel Thursday night as a crowd of hospitality workers gathered to demand salary increases amid skyrocketing accommodation costs during Taylor Swift’s concerts in the city.

Chair of Liberal Indigenous caucus says identity 'complicated' as members questioned

The chair of the Liberal party's Indigenous caucus says Indigenous identity is 'complicated' after questions have been raised about the claims of two Liberal MPs who currently sit with the group and one cabinet minister who is no longer a member.
What makes walking so great for your health and what else you need to do

Medical experts agree that walking is an easy way to improve physical and mental health, bolster fitness and prevent disease. While it’s not the only sort of exercise people should do, it’s a great first step toward a healthy life.

Man who allegedly staged bear attack arrested for murder in stolen identity scheme

A man accused of killing a person and staging it as a fatal bear attack in Tennessee was taken into custody in South Carolina over the weekend on murder charges, in what authorities described as a plot to steal the victim’s identity.
'Worst nightmare': Toronto mom pleads for return of son who was allegedly abducted

For the last seven-and-half months, Toronto resident Heather McArthur has been living out what she describes as her 'worst nightmare.' On Feb. 7, her then three-year-old son Jacob along with his father Loc Phu 'Jay' Le departed for what was supposed to be a week-long visit to Vietnam to celebrate the Lunar New Year with family, McArthur says.

Expert encourages Ottawa to rethink approach to dog parks after west end park fiasco

After months of controversy surrounding a dog park in Ottawa's west end, a solution has been reached to divide the park in half.
Why brain aging can vary dramatically between people
Children's book by chef Jamie Oliver withdrawn after criticism from Indigenous Australians
Flood survivors pelt Spain's royals with mud and premier is evacuated during a visit
Federal government to stop paying B.C. woman for job she doesn't have
If your Apple Watch alerts you to sleep apnea, here's what it means and what to do next
Ontario woman alleges sexual assault by junior hockey players; details what happened when she called police
Canada Revenue Agency fires 330 employees over CERB claims during pandemic
Should men and women eat different breakfasts? Study suggests they should
Here's the dirt on the germiest items in your day-to-day life
5 things not to say to a grieving friend
Tips on managing your financial stress
Frequent drinking of fizzy beverages and fruit juice linked to an increased risk of stroke: research
Lost your smell during a bout of COVID? Ontario researchers are working to reverse that
Why Will Ferrell wanted a doc about his friendship with a trans woman to release before the U.S. election
How to make the most out of your TFSA
'LibraryTok' can be a comfort during challenging times for librarians — and their fans
Toyota Motors, Mazda issue recalls for Canadian vehicles
SpaceX launches rescue mission for 2 NASA astronauts who are stuck in space until next year
Walz has experience on a debate stage pinning down an abortion opponent's shifting positions
Vance exuded calm during a tense debate stage moment. Can he keep it up when he faces Walz?

Northern Ontario Articles

Man severely injured saving his wife from a polar bear attack in the Far North

A man was severely injured Tuesday morning when he leaped onto a polar bear to protect his wife from being mauled in the Far North community of Fort Severn.
Insults on social media lead to real-life assault in northern Ont.

A Mississauga First Nation woman has been charged with assault after she took offence to comments about her on social media.
Five years after toddler's brutal death, Northern Ont. family struggles to find peace, justice

A North Bay family is struggling to find peace and justice as the five-year anniversary of the brutal death of toddler Oliver McCarthy approaches. 1
Suspect charged with murder in death of North Bay man

A 32-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a death in Magnetawan on Nov. 21. 1
Snow squall warning in the Sault, heaviest snowfall expected tonight

Sault Ste. Marie's run of severe winter weather will continue Tuesday, with Environment Canada issuing another snow squall warning. 1
Shooting on Manitoulin Island leads to attempted murder charges

Two people have been charged – one with attempted murder – following a shooting in Wikwemikong last week.
Ontario woman tries to use Visa prepaid gift card, realizes she had been scammed

An Ontario woman was 'shocked' to find out her unused $250 gift card was almost completely drained. 'My aunt gave me this gift card as a present and I was shocked to find out it was almost empty,' Catherine Uchida, of Mississauga, told CTV News Toronto. 1
Transport trucks collide head-on near Hearst, Ont.

One transport truck driver was seriously injured Saturday when two commercial motor vehicles collided head-on on Highway 11
Hannah Kobayashi declared a voluntary missing person after video shows her crossing into Mexico, police say

Hannah Kobayashi, the Hawaii woman who's been missing for more than three weeks after arriving in Los Angeles on a flight from Maui, has been declared a voluntary missing person, Los Angeles police said Monday. 1
Northwestern Ontario community fined for refusing to celebrate Pride Month

An Ontario town and its mayor have been fined a total of $15,000 for refusing to celebrate Pride Month. 1
One injured in Energy Court encampment fire Sunday in Sudbury

One person was taken to hospital Sunday evening in Sudbury when propane canisters exploded after someone tried to light a cigarette in an encampment in Greater Sudbury. 1
Gravenhurst left digging out after town's most significant early snowfall ever

The Town of Gravenhurst is in recovery mode after 140 centimetres of snow fell over the weekend, marking the town’s most significant early snowfalls on record. 2
Sudbury man, 68, killed in Lasalle Blvd. collision

A 68-year-old man was killed Friday evening in Sudbury when he was struck by a vehicle while he was walking on Lasalle Boulevard. 1
Chlorine leak leads to the evacuation of Sudbury school

An elementary school in Greater Sudbury ended classes for the day last week after an apparent chlorine leak.
Sexual assault trial of former Sudbury teacher delayed until 2025

The trial of a former teacher at St. Charles College in Sudbury has been delayed until the New Year. 2
Highway 11 lanes to reopen after snowstorm blasted Ontario's cottage country, stranding motorists

From road closures, power outages, weather declarations and nonstop shoveling, Muskoka residents have been faced with nearly a metre of persistent snowfall. 18
'Ally to the North': Ontario launches U.S. ad campaign amid Trump's tariff threat

Ontario is launching a U.S. ad campaign, touting the province as an 'ally to the North' ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s second term and under the threat of tariffs on all Canadian goods. 2
Ontario food banks cutting back amid 'unprecedented surge in demand'

About 40 per cent of food banks in the province have scaled back the amount of food they provide each visit amid “record-high demand,” according to a new report by Feed Ontario. 4
U.S. Postal Service suspends accepting mail bound for Canada due to strike

The U.S. Postal Service has temporarily suspended accepting mail headed to Canada due to the strike by Canada Post workers. 43
Man fined $10K for abandoning homemade barge in Lake Nipissing

A man from Lavigne, Ont., has been fined $10,000 for abandoning a homemade barge in Lake Nipissing.
Sudbury shelter for women, children and families forced to turn people away daily

The Salvation Army Cedar Place is a shelter in Greater Sudbury with 28 beds that has been at capacity for the last three years, forcing it to turn away hundreds of people in need of help. 1
Canadian team told Trump's tariffs unavoidable right now, but solutions on the table in surprise Mar-a-Lago meeting

During a surprise dinner at Mar-a-Lago, representatives of the federal government were told U.S. tariffs from the incoming Donald Trump administration cannot be avoided in the immediate term, two government sources tell CTV News. 17
Saultites keep digging as the snow keeps falling

Snowfall in Sault Ste. Marie seemed to be delayed this year, but the cruel joke by Mother Nature saw a single dump make up for weeks of fall-like weather. 2
Magic can't save 'Harry Potter' star Rupert Grint from a US$2.3 million tax bill

Former 'Harry Potter' film actor Rupert Grint faces a 1.8 million-pound (US$2.3 million) bill after he lost a legal battle with the tax authorities.
California man who went missing for 25 years found after sister sees his picture in the news 1
Renewed effort to find Iroquois Falls teen who went missing two years ago 1
Police presence ends on road in Iroquois Falls
Another 60 cm of snow possible in the Sault as severe weather continues 1
North Bay hospital getting new, 40-bed satellite site at Cartier Street 1
Northern Ontario site selected for nuclear waste underground repository 2
Cucumbers sold in Ontario, other provinces recalled over possible salmonella contamination
Black Friday sales stretch out for weeks: retail analyst 10
Two arrested following shooting on Manitoulin Island 1
Ongoing bed bug issue at a Timmins apartment building is 'like living in hell' 2
Ontario won't support making Truth and Reconciliation Day a holiday for now: minister
Irregular sleep patterns may raise risk of heart attack and stroke, study suggests
Trudeau Liberals' two-month GST holiday bill passes the House, off to the Senate 26
Greater Sudbury buys more property for new events centre 1
Advocates push Ontario, federal governments for change in dealing with IPV incidents 1
Canada Post strike could hurt Sudbury Food Bank fundraising effort 1
Heavy police presence ends in Wikwemikong, area being cleared
Province says upgrades to Northern Health Travel Grant coming Dec. 1 1
Northern MPP calls for Sept 30 to be stat holiday in Ontario 1
'Let me rot in Canada,' pleads Canadian ISIS suspect from secret Syrian prison 1
Impaired driver in Espanola, Ont., calls police on themselves
Man accused of firing at vehicles on Hwy. 401 arrested after attempted carjackings, shootings in Toronto’s east end 4
Australian parliament bans social media for under-16s with world-first law 3
Unique partnership produces diamond drilling common core graduates 1
Suspect ignited propane cannister explosion at ex-partner's residence in Kapuskasing, Ont.
HART Hub funding sparks fierce debate at Timmins city council 2
Liberals table GST holiday legislation, putting $250 rebate on backburner 26
Magic mushroom store in Sudbury, Ont., closes after visit by police 2
'They alone are responsible': No deal yet in Canada Post strike 43
Woman charged after North Bay victim sprayed with mace, stabbed

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