Author Archives:
Joe Biden's debate-rematch quandary: How do you solve a problem like The Donald?
WASHINGTON, Wash. - Viewers might be watching television through their fingers Thursday night - not the latest gory Halloween thriller, but the two men vying to be the next president of the United Sta...
Oct 21, 2020
Possible COVID-19 exposure in Sask. communities including P.A.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is alerting the residents of possible COVID-19 exposures at businesses in multiple communities including Prince Albert.The SHA is instructing those who were at ...
Oct 21, 2020
Trump the dancer? His moves to 'YMCA' at rallies are a hit
TUCSON, Ariz. - He adjusts his coat. He gazes out at the crowd. And then he goes for it. President Donald Trump, a man who is famously particular about his appearance, is fully embracing doing a dad d...
Oct 21, 2020
P.A. power lifter breaks two world records
Michael Martin has been to a number of powerlifting competitions all over the world, but breaking not one but two world records last weekend at a competition in Regina, exceeded even his own expectati...
Oct 21, 2020
Feds say 100,000 rapid COVID-19 tests have arrived, being distributed to provinces
OTTAWA - Procurement Minister Anita Anand says the first shipment of rapid tests for COVID-19 has arrived in Canada but their eventual destinations remain shrouded in mystery. Canada signed a deal wit...
Oct 21, 2020
Canadian 'keeper Erin McLeod happy in Iceland, looks to help others stay positive
After enduring a COVID-19 outbreak that kept the Orlando Pride from taking part in the NWSL's Challenge Cup, Erin McLeod is enjoying life on and off the field in Iceland. But as always, the veteran Ca...
Oct 21, 2020
Canada receives shipment of 100,000 COVID-19 rapid tests: procurement minister
Procurement Minister Anita Anand says Canada has received a first shipment of 100,000 rapid tests for COVID-19. Anand confirmed the delivery of the ID Now kit, which can provide results in as l...
Oct 21, 2020
Montreal-based company launches global map of methane concentrations
MONTREAL - A Montreal company has unveiled what it boasts is the most accurate map of global methane concentrations ever made. On Wednesday, GHGSat unveiled Pulse, an interactive map available for fre...
Oct 21, 2020
From Detroit to Oakland, pandemic threatens urban renewal
DETROIT - Downtown Detroit was returning to its roots as a vibrant city centre, motoring away from its past as the model of urban ruin. Then the pandemic showed up, emptying once-bustling streets and ...
Oct 21, 2020
Mighty Heart to take run at ending Triple Crown drought in $400,000 Breeders Stakes
TORONTO - Mighty Heart will start his run for the Triple Crown from the No. 8 post Saturday. The Queen's Plate and Prince of Wales champion was named the even-money favourite in the draw Wednesday for...
Oct 21, 2020
