Welsh Paddleboard Guide Sentenced for Fatal River Tragedy

April 23, 2025, 10:21 am

A former Welsh police officer-turned-paddleboard guide has been handed over a decade behind bars after gross negligence during a river tour that tragically claimed four lives. The sentencing serves as a stern reminder that even adventurous jobs come with stark responsibilities.

torontosun.com / Paddleboard guide who led 4 people to deaths on Welsh river gets 10 years

winnipegfreepress.com / Paddleboard guide who led 4 people to their deaths on Welsh river imprisoned for 10 years

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Auction of Shakespeare’s first editions expected at multi-million dollar price

April 23, 2025, 8:21 am

A rare collection of the first editions of Shakespeare’s plays is headed for auction, with estimates hitting up to $6 million. Sotheby’s is stirring excitement among collectors by emphasizing the historical importance of these priceless literary works in a high-stakes art market.

torontosun.com / First editions of Shakespeare’s plays could fetch $6 million at auction

winnipegfreepress.com / A set of first editions of Shakespeare’s plays could fetch $6 million at auction

citynews.ca / A set of first editions of Shakespeare’s plays could fetch $6 million at auction

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Debate over Mark Carney’s climate plan faces tough scrutiny

April 23, 2025, 5:21 am

Facing mounting criticism in the run‐up to the federal election, political pundits and local stakeholders are dissecting Mark Carney’s climate proposals. Critics lambaste his plan for proposing to ditch the oil and gas emissions cap, arguing that such measures could jeopardize economic stability while the Liberals cheerfully reassess their approach.

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Ukraine peace talks in London

April 23, 2025, 12:20 am

In London, Ukrainian, US, and European officials convened to advance diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the protracted conflict. The renewed talks aim to harness collaborative strategies to halt the devastation of war. Some might say the process mirrors a high-stakes, diplomatic chess game on an international stage.

torontosun.com / Trump says Zelenskyy is prolonging war by resisting calls to cede Crimea

ledevoir.com / Washington presse Kiev et Moscou de trouver une issue à la guerre en Ukraine

winnipegfreepress.com / Officials from Ukraine, US and UK meet in London in latest push to stop the war

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IMF Warns of Slowing Global Economy Amid Trump Tariffs

April 22, 2025, 9:20 am

The International Monetary Fund has downgraded forecasts for the U.S. and global growth amid President Trump’s tariff measures, citing rising economic uncertainty that has forced a drop in predicted growth from 3.3% to roughly 2.8%. The warnings add an extra layer of irony to the trade tensions that no one seems able to resolve.

Bluesky: @nationalobserver.com

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torontosun.com / Gold soars to new high as economic uncertainty deepens

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