A father on trial for manslaughter testifies that he believed his 12-year-old son suffered from a common cold or winter bug before the boy collapsed and died from untreated Type 1 diabetes.Tragic Death of Joshua ThomasJoshua Thomas lost consciousness at his family’s home on Yarningale Road in Kings Heath on December 9, 2022, and passed away the next morning at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The boy developed diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a life-threatening complication from undiagnosed and untreated Type 1 diabetes, according to evidence presented at Birmingham Crown Court.Joshua’s parents, Damion Thomas, 48, and Tamara Thomas, 45, both qualified teachers, face charges…
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OTTAWA — NDP leadership contender Avi Lewis dismisses concerns over conflicts between Indigenous title claims and private property rights in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland, despite owning two properties there.Lewis stated Thursday that a B.C. Supreme Court decision from last summer, affirming the Cowichan Nation’s title over lands near Vancouver, presents no risk to private holdings. Although he has not reviewed the full ruling, he cited various analyses emphasizing the court’s protection of fee simple ownership.”The decision itself is very long. I’ve read lots of analysis of it, and my impression is, I think the court went out of its way…
Authorities in Atikokan have lifted a shelter-in-place advisory following a fatal shooting incident.Incident DetailsThe Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) issued the advisory Wednesday night after responding to reports of gunshots in the Don Park area. Officers at the scene discovered one person deceased.Update on SuspectsOPP provided an update around 2:15 a.m. Friday, stating that two suspects have been located and no longer pose a threat to public safety.Additional details remain unavailable at this time.
New Cupshe Collaboration LaunchJessie James Decker, the 37-year-old mother of four, showcases her impressive size-two figure in a fresh swimwear partnership with Cupshe, timed perfectly for spring. The new Cupshe x Jessie James Decker Casa del Sol collection bursts with vibrant hues, especially yellow and orange.Decker announced the launch on Instagram, sharing a video where she models the pieces. “My @cupshe co-design collection is officially LIVE!! Welcome to Casa del Sol, a place where everything faces the sun,” she captioned the post.The brand highlighted the drop on social media: “Y’all loved our collection last year, so we made this one…
Ottawa’s professional women’s soccer team has introduced a new majority ownership group, signaling fresh momentum for the club.Leadership TeamNick Sakellariadis chairs the Arcadia MapleLeaf Soccer group. A Harvard graduate with degrees in law and business, he brings extensive experience from investment banking and over a decade owning the Dayton Dragons, the Cincinnati Reds’ minor league affiliate in Ohio. The Dragons maintained a sellout streak throughout much of the 21st century. Sakellariadis’s group sold the team to Diamond Baseball Holdings last year, and he continues as co-executive chair.Michael Savit, a former Dragons co-owner, joins him alongside Ellen Shumway, who offers expertise…
Runners frequently launch snot rockets during jogs, raising questions about whether this habit is truly essential amid growing complaints in public parks this spring.During a recent 5K run, a jogger ahead pinched one nostril and forcefully exhaled, propelling mucus through the air. This common sight, known as a snot rocket, creates sticky hazards for park visitors.Science Behind Runny Noses in AthletesA 2017 study in the International Journal of Otolaryngology reveals that 27% to 74% of athletes experience rhinitis, or runny noses, during exercise. Rapid breathing draws in more air through the nose, which warms and filters it for the lungs.…
Travelers face a growing frustration as hotels and restaurants remove bathroom doors, replacing them with glass panels, curtains, or nothing at all. This design trend prioritizes open aesthetics over privacy, leaving guests exposed during personal moments. The #BringBackDoors Campaign Gains Momentum On November 25, 2025, researcher John Scott-Railton highlighted the issue on X, stating, ‘Hotel toilet privacy is disappearing.’ Replies poured in quickly, sharing similar experiences. Mark Valorian described a stay at The W in London: ‘The shower opens to the main room, and the toilet area connects to the living space, leaving no private spot to dress.’ Tom Fowler…
Jamie O’Hara abruptly left the talkSPORT studio during a heated exchange with Jason Cundy, who mocked Tottenham following their 3-1 home defeat to Crystal Palace. The loss marked Spurs’ fifth straight Premier League setback, heightening relegation concerns.Tottenham’s League Position SlipsIsmaila Sarr scored twice, with Jorgen Stand Larsen adding a third to hand Crystal Palace the win. Tottenham now sit 16th in the table, just one point clear of West Ham in 18th and Nottingham Forest in 17th. Fears mount that the club, still competing in the Champions League, could drop to the second tier for the first time since the…
BBC Breakfast presenter Ben Thompson has described a violent robbery in London that left him with a permanent wrist scar and a deep sense of insecurity in the city.The Violent RobberyThe 45-year-old broadcaster lost his £7,000 Rolex watch—engraved as a birthday gift from his partner—when a gang of six men tore it from his wrist in March last year. The attack occurred as Thompson and his friend, luxury perfumier Roja Dove, 69, exited the upscale Cecconi’s restaurant in Mayfair.Dove was shoved to the ground during the assault, and thieves snatched his diamond-encrusted Patek Philippe watch, valued at approximately £150,000. The…
Natural Resources Canada announces an investment of up to $40 million to develop a national digital library for drill core data. Mineral exploration firms and prospectors extract cylindrical samples, known as cores, from hard rock using diamond-tipped drills. Laboratory analysis of these cores reveals mineral compositions, guiding decisions on potential mining sites for critical minerals.Enhancing Access to Geological DataThe Canadian Digital Core Library aims to streamline access to digitized drill core information nationwide for researchers, government bodies, and mining companies. Gisele Roberts, director of research and innovation at Laurentian University, highlights how this resource supports efficient data sharing.Partners including Laurentian…