A grassroots effort aims to protect vital records detailing abuses at Indian Residential Schools by urging Parliament to intervene before destruction deadlines loom.Call to Preserve Historical RecordsAnishinabek Mukwa Dodem has launched a petition to the House of Commons, demanding the preservation of all residential school records held by federal, provincial, institutional, or ecclesiastical custodians. Tommi Hill, a Bear Clan member registered with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation in southern Ontario, warns that deleting these documents risks erasing the memory of those who perished. “They delete some of these records [and] the people that died there, they’re going to…
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Canada’s ‘red flag’ orders aim to enhance community safety by swiftly removing legal firearms from individuals at risk of harming themselves or others. Introduced following the 2020 Portapique, N.S., mass shooting—the deadliest in Canadian history with 22 fatalities—these measures became federal law over two years ago. Yet, their effectiveness remains unknown due to a lack of comprehensive tracking on their application.Recent Tragedy Sparks QuestionsThe February incident in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., where a shooter killed eight people before taking her own life, highlighted potential use of these orders. Authorities seized several firearms from the shooter’s family home under red flag provisions,…
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons can claim £30 in free cashback this week by spending just £5 or more online through TopCashback. New customers qualify for this bonus, but the offer ends soon. How the £30 Cashback Deal Works New TopCashback members earn the £30 bonus after making a qualifying purchase from one of thousands of partnered retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons. Purchases must total at least £5, and members have up to three years (1,095 days) from signup to complete one. Urgent Deadline to Sign Up The promotion closes tomorrow, March 6, at 11:59pm, or after 10,000…
Premier League Darts Returns to Cardiff Amid Humphries’ StrugglesLuke Humphries remains winless in the 2026 Premier League Darts as the tournament heads back to Cardiff for Night Five. Neither Humphries nor Luke Littler, whom he dethroned at last year’s O2 finale, has claimed a nightly victory yet this season.Memorable Nine-Darters in Brighton’s Night FiveLast year’s Night Five in Brighton delivered thrilling action. Humphries and Rob Cross both achieved nine-dart perfection but suffered defeats in their matches. Humphries stunned the crowd with a nine-darter in the second leg of his quarter-final against Cross, yet Cross rallied with seven 180s to win…
Former Carlton president Luke Sayers allegedly claimed to the AFL that his estranged wife, Cate Sayers, was “mentally disturbed” and battled bipolar disorder to distance himself from a scandal involving a lewd image.Allegations in Court DocumentsCourt documents filed in Victoria’s Supreme Court outline Cate Sayers’ defamation lawsuit against her ex-husband. She contends he falsely accused her of accessing his X account without permission and posting a photograph of his penis in January 2025.The filings assert that Sayers shared details of her private life, including sexual history and medical information, to depict her as unstable, untrustworthy, erratic, and a potential risk…
A Los Angeles judge has renewed a domestic violence restraining order against Alice Evans for five years, delivering a significant victory to actor Ioan Gruffudd amid their ongoing custody and support dispute. Court Decision Details Judge Michael Convey announced the ruling after a seven-day trial, noting Evans’s ‘concerted, focused, intentional and caustic campaign of denigration’ against Gruffudd and his wife, Bianca Wallace. The judge highlighted how Evans’s threats and intimidation caused Gruffudd to fear for their physical safety and isolated him from their daughters, Ella, 16, and Elsie, 12. Evans remained calm during the hearing, while Gruffudd showed little emotion.…
Simple Focaccia Elevated with Confit Garlic and TomatoesEven novice bakers achieve luxurious results with this straightforward focaccia recipe. Bread baking requires minimal skill here, delivering fluffy, savory loaves infused with premium flavors. Confit garlic and tomatoes transform basic dough into a sophisticated crowd-pleaser, perfect for dinner parties.Prepare the dough ahead overnight for convenience. Final baking fills the kitchen with enticing aromas just as guests arrive. The result boasts a golden crust, oily richness, and irresistible taste.Confit Ingredients3 heads garlic, peeled and separated250g cherry tomatoes3 cups olive oil3 sprigs fresh rosemaryDough and Topping Ingredients7g dry yeast2.5 cups lukewarm water2 tablespoons honey…
Bruce Pearl, former Auburn Tigers basketball coach, openly acknowledges favoritism in securing the head coaching position for his son, Steven, after stepping down last fall.Pearl’s Departure and Son’s RisePearl guided Auburn to the Final Four last season but fell short against national champions Florida. In mid-September, he transitioned to an ambassadorial role at Auburn University. Steven Pearl, who lacks prior head coaching experience and played college basketball under his father at Tennessee, assumed the role.Direct Admission of NepotismAs Auburn battles for an NCAA Tournament spot, Bruce Pearl confirms his involvement. “Right now, Auburn is on the bubble,” Pearl states. “They…
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas proposes a city-wide plebiscite to question the portion of property taxes directed to the provincial government. City council discussed responses to the latest provincial budget during a special meeting.Provincial Budget Impacts Calgary ResidentsThe Alberta government unveiled its 2026 budget last week, featuring a $9.4 billion deficit and a $200 million rise in property taxes allocated for education. This year, the province anticipates collecting $3.6 billion in education property taxes, with $1.2 billion from Calgary and $639 million from Edmonton.Combined with the city’s approved 1.6 percent property tax increase from last year, typical Calgary homeowners face an…
The Arctic Winter Games kick off in Whitehorse on Sunday, with organizers estimating total costs at $9.5 million. Tracey Bilsky, president of the host society, explains that these funds cover venues, athlete transportation, food, facility upgrades, staff salaries, office space, and sports equipment.Funding BreakdownThe event draws around 2,000 participants and relies mainly on government support, supplemented by private donations. The Yukon government contributes about $4 million, the federal government provides $2.6 million, and the remainder comes from the city and private sources.Projected Economic ImpactOrganizers project $9.9 million in tourism revenue, based on 2020 modeling from the Canadian Sports Tourism Alliance—the…