B.C.’s severe rainstorm has claimed at least one life. The body of a Lower Mainland woman has been recovered from a landslide on the Duffey Lake road near Lillooet.

As Emad Agahi reports, B.C. is surveying the damage as it deals with the aftermath of that atmospheric river that pummeled the province..

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South Africa criticizes Britain’s ‘rushed’ travel ban over new COVID-19 variant

COVID-19 variant “seems to have been rushed”, as even the World Health Organization is yet to advise on the next steps.Scientists have so far only detected the B.1.1.529 variant in relatively small numbers in South Africa, Botswana and Hong Kong, but they are concerned by its high number of mutations which could help it evade the body’s immune response and make it more transmissible.Britain on Thursday temporarily banned flights from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Lesotho and Eswatini from Friday after its detection was announced.

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Watchdog 'very concerned' about safety of patients at Greater Manchester Mental Health Trust where 3 young people died

A watchdog is "very concerned" about the safety of people using the services of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Trust.

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B.C.’s Coquihalla Highway could open to commercial traffic by January 2022: minister

B.C.’s Ministry of Transportation said Thursday they are cautiously optimistic that commercial traffic could be moving on the Coquihalla Highway in about two months’ time, by late January.

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More than 18,000 vaccine doses administered yesterday; 173 cases; 78 people in hospital - 7 people in ICU

There were 18,092 first and second vaccine doses administered yesterday, made up of 6,319 first doses and 11,773 second doses. To date, 92% of eligible people in New Zealand have had their first dose and 85% are fully vaccinated.

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Montgomery, Ala. facing fine, lawsuit over Confederate name drop

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama's capital city last month removed the Confederate president's name from an avenue and renamed it after a lawyer known for his work during the civil rights movement.Now the state attorney general says the city must pay a fine or face a lawsuit for violating a state law protecting Confederate monuments and other longstanding memorials.Montgomery last month changed the name of Jeff Davis Avenue to Fred D. Gray Avenue.

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More than 50 miners, rescuers dead after Siberian coal mine blast

MOSCOW - A devastating explosion in a Siberian coal mine Thursday left 52 miners and rescuers dead about 250 meters (820 feet) underground, Russian officials said.Hours after a methane gas explosion and fire filled the mine with toxic fumes, rescuers found 14 bodies but then were forced to halt the search for 38 others because of a buildup of methane and carbon monoxide gas from the fire.

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These countries recognise India's COVID-19 vaccination certificate. Full list

India's COVID-19 vaccination certificate, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) informed late on Thursday. These 15 new countries include Australia, Bangladesh, Belarus, Georgia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Nepal, Nicaragua, Philippines, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, Turkey and Ukraine

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Hundreds of staff facing termination with HHS vaccination deadline less than a week away

COVID-19 vaccination policy at one of Hamilton’s two major hospital networks are just days away from being fired, according to its president.In a letter to staff on Thursday, Hamilton health Sciences head Rob MacIsaac revealed the consequences for those not being vaccinated without a legitimate reason have essentially been narrowed down to a notice of termination.“However, this termination notice may be rescinded if employees become fully vaccinated by Jan. 26,” MacIsaac said.

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Six countries to move onto Scotland's red list amid fears over new Covid variant

New travel restrictions will be put in place for six counties amid concerns over a potential 'vaccine evading' variant.

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1 person killed in massive pileup on QEII near Ponoka

One person was killed in a pileup of semi trucks on the QEII Thursday morning, when freezing rain slicked over roads and highways in and around Edmonton. Dan Grummett reports live from the crash scene near Ponoka.

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'Worst Covid variant so far' lands South Africa back on UK red travel list

Covid variant described as the "worst we've seen so far" rages on across the world.Health Minister Sajid Javid has confirmed from noon tomorrow, flights from South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini and Zimbabwe will be temporarily banned and UK travellers must quarantine.UK scientists have raised the alarm on Thursday night over the new B.1.1.529 variant, which they described as the "worst we've seen so far".

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Six African countries to be put on travel 'red list' as scientists raise alarm over 'worst ever' covid variant

Six African countries will be put on England's travel 'red list' imminently due to concerns about a new covid variant officials said is the 'worst one we’ve seen so far'.

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Ontario opposition call for rapid tests sooner as more schools close due to COVID-19

COVID-19 tests for Ontario students sooner as more schools close due to cases of the virus, but the education minister says the situation is under control.Government figures as of Thursday said 16 schools were closed due to COVID-19 outbreaks or other operational considerations.Nearly 700 of the province’s 4,844 schools — or just over 14 per cent — had a reported COVID-19 case.In light of the school closures, Ontario Green Leader Mike Schreiner called on the government to make rapid tests free and accessible now, rather than wait for the December holiday break as planned.

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Freezing rain wreaks havoc on roads in Edmonton region, several fatal collisions Thursday morning

freezing rain warning was issued for about four hours on Thursday for the Edmonton region, as overnight rainfall turned to deadly ice on area roads and highways.Environment Canada said a band of freezing rain moved east through Edmonton and surrounding areas, prompting a warning to be issued just after 6 a.m.The warning for the Capital region ended just after 10 a.m. as the system moved on.

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Smokey Robinson urges people to take preventative measures against COVID-19: 'Protect yourself'

Smokey Robinson has urged people to 'protect' themselves and their loved ones after a near-death battle with 'real killer' COVID-19.The Motown legend, 81, was hospitalized for 11 days last year, after contracting the coronavirus, and feared he would never sing again.And the Tears of a Clown hitmaker has admitted it's been 'a really tough' thing to 'overcome' and he hopes by sharing his story, he will help others.

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1 killed, 1 hurt in West Philadelphia car crash, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Police say a man was killed when two cars collided at an intersection in West Philadelphia late Thursday night.The fatal crash happened when a Nissan driven by a 44-year-old man collided with a Hyundai driven by a 26-year-old man at the intersection of 45th and Chestnut streets just before midnight, according to investigators. Both men were taken to Penn Presbyterian Hospital for treatment.MORE LOCAL HEADLINESPolice say the 44-year-old man died from his injuries around 3:30 a.m.

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Motorcyclist killed in crash at intersection in Tioga, police say

TIOGA - The driver of a motorcycle was killed when police say he collided with a vehicle at an intersection in Tioga early Thursday morning. Police say the fatal crash happened near the 3500 block of North Broad Street around 3 a.m. A 47-year-old motorcyclist was heading south on Broad Street when he struck a vehicle driving eastbound on Tioga Street, according to police. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESEmergency medical responders took the unnamed man to Temple Hospital where police say he died. No arrests or charges were reported immediately following the deadly crash. ___ DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APP | FOX 29 WEATHER AUTHORITY APPSUBSCRIBE: Good Day Digest Newsletter | FOX 29 Philly on YouTubeAdvertisementFOLLOW: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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Tearful Mark Wright says Covid 'tore his family apart' but makes brother's baby news more special

While four of Mark Wright's family members battled Covid in hospital, he was at home with his mum.

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Ontario reports 748 new COVID-19 cases, 4 more deaths

COVID-19 cases on Thursday, as the counts continue to rise week over week. The provincial case total now stands at 614,270.For comparison, last Thursday saw 711 new cases and the previous Thursday saw 642.

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Scottish Government announce 2,932 new covid cases and 20 deaths in last 24 hours

The Scottish Government has confirmed there have been 2,932 new Covid-19 cases in the latest 24 hour period.

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Kids, pregnant women among 27 migrants killed crossing English Channel

CALAIS, France (AP) - Children and pregnant women were among at least 27 migrants who died when their small boat sank in an attempted crossing of the English Channel, a French government official said Thursday.Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin also announced the arrest of a fifth suspected smuggler thought to have been involved in what was the deadliest migration tragedy to date on the dangerous sea lane.In their immediate response to the sinking, French authorities initially gave slightly differing figures on the numbers of dead, from at least 27 to 31. The figure that Darmanin used Thursday morning on RTL radio was 27.Darmanin said authorities are working to determine the nationalities of victims from the sinking on Wednesday.

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More restrictions may be needed before Christmas - Tánaiste

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said that Covid-19 case numbers are starting to plateau, but added that he would like to see them fall in the run up to Christmas.

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B.C. floods: Highway 1 Chilliwack to Abbotsford to reopen

Progress has been made on Highway 1 road closures is expected to reopen to traffic between Chilliwack and Abbotsford on Thursday. Aaron McArthur has the details.

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Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: All 3 defendants found guilty of killing unarmed Black man

After more than 11 hours of deliberating, a jury has found three Georgia men guilty of murdering Ahmaud Arbery.

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B.C. floods: Highway 8 corridor devastation

One of the areas hardest hit by the catastrophic flooding in B.C. was the Highway 8 corridor between Spences Bridge and Merritt.As Emad Agahi reports, residents feel they have been largely forgotten.

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Covid-19 update: 9,119 new cases reported; active tally lowest in 539 days

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Thanksgiving Eve at Philadelphia International Airport with travel rebounding from last year

PHILADELPHIA - After so many people spent last Thanksgiving at home due to the pandemic, holiday travel is back in full swing.It’s an exciting time for travelers who missed holidays with family last year because of the pandemic. With more people vaccinated and travel open, people like Susan Phillips decided to fly home from Utah where she is a teacher.

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Camden County residents extra thankful as they make last minute Thanksgiving preparations

HADDON TOWNSHIP, N.J. - The stress of preparing the Thanksgiving meal is here and for many, the day was spent running out for staples and maybe a stop at the bakery for the good stuff.Just hours away from enjoying a Thanksgiving feast, people, like Tummona Fisher of Pennsauken, are running out to grab last minute items and reignite holiday traditions. Many are celebrating with their families for the first time in two years."It’s kind of surreal to actually be out and about," Fisher said. "Last year was a shocker."MORE HEADLINES:On Thanksgiving Eve, stores like McMillan’s Bakery in Haddon Township, New Jersey, were bustling.

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More than 18,000 vaccine doses administered yesterday; 178 cases; 77 people in hospital - 8 people in ICU

There were 18,623 first and second vaccine doses administered yesterday, made up of 6,600 first doses and 12,023 second doses. To date, 92% of eligible people in New Zealand have had their first dose and 84% are fully vaccinated.

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Care in the community model for caring for people who get COVID-19 in the future

Health Minister Andrew Little, Associate Health Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall, and Minister for Social Development Carmel Sepuloni will update the media today at 11.15 am today.

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Trio guilty of killing Ahmaud Arbery. What now?

BRUNSWICK, Ga. - The killing was captured on video and shared around the world: Ahmaud Arbery running toward and then around an idling pickup truck before its driver blasted him at close range with a shotgun.Soon after Travis McMichael fatally shot Arbery on Feb. 23, 2020, his father, Greg McMichael, told police how the pair had armed themselves, chased the young Black man and trapped him "like a rat." Neighbor William "Roddie" Bryan told officers he joined the pursuit and helped cut off Arbery’s escape.After a 13-day trial at the Glynn County courthouse in coastal Georgia, a disproportionately white jury found the three white men guilty of murder.

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Full House Star Jodie Sweetin Lost 37 Lbs During The Pandemic From Starving Herself

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Lawsuit claims hazing injured California high school football player

SANTA ANA, Calif - A lawsuit claims a player on a highly ranked Southern California high school football team suffered traumatic brain injury, gashes and a broken nose in a locker room hazing ritual in which players punch each other until one gives up.The Orange County Superior Court lawsuit was filed Tuesday by the player’s family against Mater Dei High School and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, alleging a wide range of negligence, violation of the California penal code and intentional infliction of emotional distress, Southern California News Group reported.Mater Dei said in a statement to SCNG: "An independent, thorough investigation was conducted.

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Malice murder vs. felony murder: A look at the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial charges

WASHINGTON - A jury Wednesday convicted the three men charged in the death of Ahmaud Arbery on multiple counts, including malice murder for one defendant, in the fatal shooting that became part of a larger national reckoning on racial injustice.The jury found Travis McMichael guilty of all charges, including malice murder. Greg McMichael was found not guilty of malice murder but guilty of all the rest of his charges.

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More COVID-19 vaccine bookings for children in Ontario as health units prep for child-friendly clinics

COVID-19 vaccine appointments were booked for kids between the ages of five and 11 as of Wednesday morning.The figure covers the provincial booking system and doesn’t include other bookings made through local public health units, pharmacies and primary care offices offering the shots.The province opened bookings for kids in that age group on Tuesday morning.Ten children who are patients with SickKids hospital in Toronto became the first in the province to receive the pediatric Pfizer-BioNTech doses on Tuesday afternoon.

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Thanksgiving 2021: Firefighters demonstrate dangers of deep frying turkey

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Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: Reaction to guilty verdict floods social media

GLYNN COUNTY, Ga - Reaction to the guilty verdicts in the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial flooded social media minutes after the jury’s decision was announced Wednesday afternoon. Gregory and Travis McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan were found guilty on most counts in the 2020 death of Arbery. The McMichaels told police they suspected Arbery was a fleeing burglar when they armed themselves and jumped in a pickup truck to chase him on Feb. 23, 2020.

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TD 'appalled' by people not wearing masks on trains

Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe said he was "appalled" to see many people not wearing masks when he was on the train recently.

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Expert says 'previously healthy people' aged in their 30s are dying with virus weekly

A Professor of Anaesthesia and Consultant in Critical Care at Beaumont Hospital has said previously healthy people aged in their 30s are dying each week with Covid-19.

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Ontario Health says healthcare impacts less likely during current COVID wave

COVID-19 patients by January, but the head of the agency overseeing the health system says a provincewide reduction in services is less likely to happen during this wave of the pandemic.Dr.

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Almost 80% of Canadians say inflation will make everyday things less affordable, Ipsos poll says

In Ipsos polling exclusive to Global News, almost 80 per cent of Canadians say they are concerned inflation will make everyday things less affordable. When it comes to rising costs, 24 per cent of Canadians say they are already out of money and cannot handle a rapid increase in household necessities.

4 killed in wrong-way Northern California crash were family on vacation

Brittney, Tony, and their three kids; Marianna, Antonio, and Julian were on their way to the Grand Canyon for Thanksgiving vacation when they were killed on I-80. Courtesy: GoFundMe NORTH HIGHLANDS, Calif - Four people, including two children, killed in Northern California after a wrong-way driver crashed head-on into their vehicle on Interstate 80 were members of a family headed to the Grand Canyon on vacation, their relatives said.Brittney and Antonio Montano, both 29, their 9-year-old daughter, Marianna, and 5-year-old son, Antonio Jr., were killed in the crash Saturday in Nevada County.

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Ontario reports under 600 new COVID-19 cases, 7 more deaths

COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, as the count drops below 600 for the fist time in a week. The provincial case total now stands at 613,522.For comparison, last Wednesday saw 512 new cases and the previous Wednesday saw 454.

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India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

B.C. floods: Woman killed in Duffey Lake Roads slide, at least two more people missing

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