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Al Gore calls UAE hosting COP28 'ridiculous,' slams oil CEO appointed to lead climate talks

Climate advocate and former Vice President Al Gore on Sunday called into question the decision to hold the COP28 climate talks in the United Arab Emirates, a leading producer of the world’s oil.

A gigantic new ICBM will take U.S. nuclear missiles out of the Cold War-era but add 21st-century risks

The $96 billion Sentinel overhaul involves 450 silos across five states, their control centres, three nuclear missile bases and several other testing facilities. The project is so ambitious it has raised questions as to whether the Air Force can get it all done at once.
Minnesota grocery store clerk dies after customer impales him with a golf club, police say

A Minneapolis store clerk died after a customer beat him and impaled him with a golf club, police said. The 66-year-old clerk was attacked Friday at the Oak Grove Grocery, a small neighborhood store in a residential area near downtown Minneapolis. A 44-year-old suspect is jailed on suspicion of murder.

CBC considering 'all possible measures' in wake of concerns over cuts, exec bonuses

Top CBC executives said Friday they are considering options to manage the broadcaster's financial pressures, including taking a look at "senior executive compensation," following plans to slash 10 per cent of the public broadcaster's workforce.
2 U.S. men fined $5,100 after fishing trip in northern Ontario

A very successful fishing trip in northern Ontario has cost two U.S. men thousands of dollars after they pleaded guilty to having more than the legal limit of Walleye.

Law Society of B.C. disbars former lawyer after sexual assault conviction

A former Nanaimo lawyer has been disbarred for sexual misconduct that occurred when he was practising in Abbotsford in 2018.
Observers see OPEC 'panicking' as COP28 climate talks focus on possible fossil fuel phase-out

Veteran negotiators at the United Nations climate talks Saturday said that the push to wean the world from dirty fossil fuels had gained so much momentum that they had poked a powerful enemy: the oil industry.

1 in 9 Canadian adults have had long-term symptoms from COVID infection: StatCan

About one in nine Canadian adults have had long-term symptoms from COVID-19 infection, according to a Statistics Canada report issued Friday.
Trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers Tamara Lich, Chris Barber adjourned until 2024

The criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' leaders Tamara Lich and Chris Barber adjourned Thursday after more than 30 days of evidence and arguments, and is expected to resume in January.

'They deserve justice': New MMIWG2S+ specialty license plates available across Manitoba

Manitoba’s newest specialty license plates raising money for charity are now available to help families of MMIWG2S (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit).
Ont. woman pleads guilty to defrauding doulas
Poll shows Wab Kinew has highest approval rating among Canadian premiers
As Trump burns through cash, powerful Republicans are rallying behind a surging candidate
Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame gives Graney award to Buck Martinez
'Meta took a bad decision': Canada's heritage minister says about Online News Act fallout
This Canadian couple used surrogacy to have a child. Here's what they want you to know
Former Sask. hockey coach found guilty of sexual assault and assault
Here's what parents and youth can do to prevent or deal with sextortion
Here is what Canada's drug shortage situation looks like right now
Advice on dealing with 'quiet hiring' in the workplace
Alberta town to put proposed bylaw banning symbols such as Pride crosswalks, flags to plebiscite
Ontario court upholds mandatory math test for new teachers
Big-box retailers are rethinking their self-checkout strategies. Here's why
World's largest iceberg breaks free, heads toward Southern Ocean
'I haven't said I would be resigning' over carbon pricing, Guilbeault tells Senate
Report reveals five-year effect of P.E.I. guaranteed income
Defence minister insists budget cuts won't affect military members
Washington asks India about alleged assassination plot against U.S.-Canadian activist
Major Canadian grocer says expanded price freezes will happen amid new plans to stabilize food prices
Bill to tackle online hate 'absolute priority' for feds, but advocate decries delays

Northern Ontario Articles

Another driver charged with stunt driving on Hwy. 11

A driver is accused of travelling more than 70km/h over the speed limit on Highway 11 on Friday, provincial police say. 6
'People are confused': Survey suggests Canadians need education on Charter rights

While one-third of Canadians say they have read the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, many fail to distinguish between its text and that of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, a new survey suggests.
Commercial vehicle driver from Quebec driving impaired on Hwy. 11, police say

A 65-year-old driver from L'Île-Cadieux, Que. is facing multiple charges following an incident on Highway 11 Wednesday evening. 8
Canada has a secretive history of adoption, and some want it brought to light

In a theatre in St. John's, N.L., a murmur spreads through the audience as people timidly raise their hands. They have been asked if they saw their own stories reflected in the film they just watched -- 'A Quiet Girl.'
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LCBO reveals what Ontarians drank the most this year

When it came to what Ontarians brought home during their liquor runs at the LCBO, the company said customers went for options that gave them more bang for their buck. 1
North Bay to hear ‘Lights, camera, action’ more often

The provincial government is providing more than $4.4 million for film and television projects in the North Bay area. 3
'No one else has done this on the planet': Guilbeault insists emissions cap delay is due to novelty

Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault says the delay in announcing details of his government’s proposed oil and gas sector emissions cap is due to its uniqueness and to wanting to get it right. 14
Marathon Conservative carbon tax filibuster ends after nearly 30 consecutive hours of House votes

The Conservative-prompted filibuster in the House of Commons ended Friday night, after MPs spent nearly 30 hours voting non-stop on the government's spending plans. 10
Timmins lawyer being investigated for misconduct

An assistant Crown attorney in Timmins is facing a Law Society Tribunal related to allegations of misconduct.
Long-time Sault hockey coach, volunteer honoured

A long-time volunteer, coach and trainer in Sault Ste. Marie is being honoured. 15
North Bay police overwhelmed by bikes in storage

Stolen bikes remain a major problem in North Bay – but area police are changing their bicycle policy and will no longer collect discarded bikes without knowing who the owner is. 4
12-gauge sawed-off shotgun seized in Moosonee investigation, 3 charged

Three Moosonee residents between the ages of 28 and 40 are facing multiple firearms-related charges after provincial police received a tip about a 12-gauge sawed-off shotgun in the community. 2
Buckingham Palace releases this year’s Christmas card

Buckingham Palace released an image of the Christmas card that King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be sending out this year.
Toys purchased with telethon donations delivered to families

Volunteers pack and deliver toys to recipient families in Sudbury following donations to CTV Lions Children’s Christmas Telethon. 18
Kids shop for the holidays with Sault cops

Many more presents will be under the tree for a number of Sault Ste. Marie families thanks to local law enforcement. 3
Elon Musk restores X account of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones

Elon Musk has restored the X account of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, pointing to a poll on the social media platform formerly known as Twitter that came out in favour of the Infowars host who repeatedly called the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting a hoax.
At COP28, sticking points remain on fossil fuels and adapting to climate as talks near crunch time

Negotiators have been urged to narrow down their options so they can agree on how to save Earth from disastrous levels of warming and help vulnerable societies adapt to weather extremes as the clock runs down on United Nations climate talks. 14
Here's what Ontario experts say you need to know about the cost of the holidays

There is some optimism in the tea leaves this holiday season even as high prices and interest rates pinch the pockets of Ontarians – that’s the message from industry experts. 2
One person found dead in Sault fire, police investigating

Residents in Sault Ste. Marie should expect to see a police presence near a fatal fire in the city Friday. 3
North Bay police investigating incident that triggered high school lockdown

There were some tense moments in North Bay on Friday after information that a weapon was possibly at a local high school prompted a lockdown and police response. 3
Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700 million, 10-year contract with Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani has opted to stay in southern California, and the Toronto Blue Jays have missed out on landing a generational talent. 5
Tougher rules likely mean fewer international students will come north

The federal government announced this week that international students who apply for a study permit will need to show they have more than $20,000 to cover their tuition and living expenses. 6
Mideast ministers in Ottawa to discuss Israel-Hamas war with Joly, Trudeau

A group of foreign ministers from the Palestinian Authority, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye are in Ottawa today for a quietly planned meeting with Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly to discuss attempts to end the Israel-Hamas war.
Infant death in Wawa being investigated by police

An investigation is underway after an infant with no vital signs was brought to a northern Ontario hospital, Ontario Provincial Police say. 3
Canada is deporting more people faster, drawing concern from migrant advocates 1
Toxic drug summit wraps up in Sudbury 1
Ontario auditor: at least 99 patients placed in LTC homes without their consent 1
More caffeinated energy drinks pulled from shelves: Here's what was recalled in Canada this week
Province provides $9M to help junior miners find critical minerals 3
2 Ontario men charged after allegedly producing recruitment videos for listed terrorist entity 1
Science North CEO responds to auditor’s report on science centre 2
Man fatally shot by police amid domestic disturbance in Newmarket: SIU 2
Good news for Sudbury in 2024, rest of Canada will struggle: economist 1
No charges for North Bay, Ont., school bus driver accused of sexually assaulting 3-year-old student 6
Driver ticketed for hauling trailer with dolly strapped to in place of wheel
Fatal crash on Highway 17 involving horse and buggy, commercial vehicle 7
Information of hundreds of drivers trafficked in auto-theft ring involving ServiceOntario employees: police 4
North Bay police use drone, thermal imaging to catch suspect on the run 4
Report says relief coming for Canadian grocery prices in 2024 1
Cindy Woodhouse is new National First Nation Chief, Dean Sayers out in 2nd round 6
Check of a parked car uncovers drugs and cash in West Nipissing 2
Science North struggling with $10M in cost overruns, poor planning, auditor says 4
International agency comes to aid of French River Food Bank 1
Fake Red Cross reps going door-to-door seeking cash, North Bay police warn 3
Ontario G driving test changes done without safety evaluations, auditor finds 4
Thunder Bay cop charged with assault, breach of trust
Lack of official strategy affecting northern Ontario health-care: Auditor General report 7
Two North Bay Battalion players aim to crack Canada’s World Juniors lineup 1
Driver charged after video captures near-miss of head-on collision 7
Calls for action in Sudbury to stop violence against women 1
Cherished, 400-pound bell stolen from Sudbury-area church 1
'I am begging you': Father of shooting victim urges senators to pass Canadian gun bill
Fatal snowmobile crash on James Bay coast winter road 4
Domestic violence victim in North Bay doesn’t have to testify in front of former partner in court, judge rules 17
OLG: Don’t buy lotto tickets as stocking stuffers for kids 1
Sault police officer charged with two counts of sexual assault 3
Temporary funding from Vale means Sudbury supervised consumption site to remain open 5
Snowmobile driver with no helmet crashes into passenger vehicle in Timmins 3
Spike in pet attacks prompts Sudbury councillor to call for stricter penalties 1
New Liskeard man charged with attempted murder in shooting 1

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