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Trucker protests: Demonstrators gather in Ottawa for 3rd weekend in a row

Day 16 of what the prime minister and police are calling an illegal occupation in our nation’s capital. All available officers are being deployed to enforce safety and to encourage protesters to leave, but the disruption continues.

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Fledgling Chapelhall FC are boosting players' mental health in county village

Chapelhall FC will kick their first league ball during the summer, having been borne of a hunger for the game in the village but, more importantly, to help struggling players with their mental health battles.

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‘Increasingly severe’ penalties for convoy protesters who break law, feds warn

trucker convoy protesters who break the law will be “increasingly severe” as an occupation in Ottawa extends past two weeks and blockades spring up across the country.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau convened a meeting Saturday with ministers and senior officials to see how protests, occupations and blockades can be brought “under control.”“I convened the Incident Response Group again today – we went over the efforts underway to address the illegal blockades and occupations,” Trudeau said on Twitter.

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Navy seizes 2 Indian trawlers and detains 12 Indian fishermen for illegally entering Sea of Sri Lanka

COLOMBO (News 1st); In an operation conducted in seas north of Talaimannar in the dark hours of 12th February 2022, Sri Lanka Navy managed to seize 02 Indian trawlers with 12 Indian fishermen, whilst poaching in Sri Lankan waters.Sri Lanka Navy is conducting regular patrols and operations to curb illegal fishing activities in Sri Lankan waters, considering the impact of foreign fishermen poaching in Sri Lankan waters on the local fishing community and the sustainability of fishery resources of Sri Lanka.Meanwhile, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne visiting the North Central Naval Command to review its operational readiness on 12th February 2022, gave necessary directives to beef up the operational efficiency of fleet units and naval establishments of the Command.Further, he emphasized the importance of curbing all forms of illegal activities including illegal fishing practices and ensuring the security of Sri Lankan waters.

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Pandemic scandal of almost 8,000 Scots children made homeless

Thousands of children were made homeless during the pandemic, according to shock new figures branded a “national disgrace.”

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Police: Man shot in the head and killed in Eastwick

Philadelphia Police investigate after a man was shot at least three times in the head and killed. EASTWICK - Philadelphia Police are investigating after a man was shot in the head and killed.Officials say the shooting happened on the 8100 block of Grovers Avenue, in Philadelphia’s Eastwick neighborhood, Saturday night, just before 7:30.Responding officers found the man, who was in his late 20s or early 30s, with at least three gunshot wounds to his head.MORE HEADLINES:Medics pronounced the man dead at the scene.Investigators say no weapon has been recovered and no arrests have been made.___Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or texting PPD TIP (773847).

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Anti-vaccine mandate protesters force closure of Pacific Highway border crossing

Transportation officials said the main route to one of B.C.’s busiest border crossings was closed Saturday, amid the latest protest convoy by opponents of vaccine mandates and other COVID-19 measures.

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Covid-19: India reports 44,877 new Covid cases, daily positivity rate at 3.17%

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Covid-19: New antibody drug to fight Omicron receives US FDA authorization

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Trucker protests: Protesters vow to protect National War Memorial in Ottawa after removal of fencing

Purported veterans and supporters of the so-called “Freedom convoy” removed fencing protecting the National War Memorial in Ottawa on Saturday. A police officer can be seen telling the demonstrators they would be responsible for taking care of the memorial, according to Global News’ Abigail Bimman, who was on the ground at the time.

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Convoy vehicles break through RCMP barricades as B.C. border crossing effectively closed

#FreedomConvoy #vancouver#military pic.twitter.com/XhnXUyDUaY— WaiverHunter (@WaiverHunter) February 12, 2022RCMP spokesperson Sgt. Elenore Sturko said late Saturday afternoon a group of vehicles, including a large truck with a military-style paint job, broke through a police blockade and over a median heading the wrong way on the northbound side of the road.It appears to be some type of, maybe military surplus … it’s not anything with the government of Canada, it’s a vehicle that is painted and lifted and looks to be a military type style, and that was one of the first vehicles to break over the median and past police barriers,” Sturko said.UPDATE #BCHwy15 – CLOSED in both directions between 8th Ave and 1st Ave due to a public demonstration.

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More than 49,000 boosters given yesterday; 810 community cases; 32 in hospital

The sharp increase in new cases today is another reminder that, as expected, the highly transmissible Omicron variant is now spreading in our communities as we have seen in other countries.

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Traffic Alert for motorists using Colombo – Horana Rd

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police announced that the movement of traffic will be restrict along the Colombo – Horana Road as a result of the development of the Bokundara Bridge in Piliyandala.From the 13th of February 2022 until further notice, two lanes will be open for vehicles to travel to Colombo from 6 AM to 3 PM daily, and one lane to travel to Horana during that time.Further, from 3 PM to 6 PM, two lanes will be open to travel to Horana while one lane will be open to travel to Colombo.In addition, from 6 AM to 9 AM and 4 PM to 8 PM, all heavy vehicles, excluding passenger transport buses, will not be allowed to enter these roads.Sri Lanka Police requested the general public to use the following alternatives to avoid inconveniences.* Horana to Colombo : Proceed to Galle Road from Piliyandala and then move to Colombo.* Horana to Werahera : Proceed to Ratmalana via Galle Road and then use Borupana Road to access Werahera* Colombo to Horana : Proceed to Maharagama from Boralesgamuwa and use the Maharagama Piliyandala Road.

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Trucker convoy protesters gather in Toronto for second straight weekend

Protesters supporting the trucker convoy movement that has occupied Ottawa and Windsor demonstrated in Toronto for a second consecutive weekend. It comes after the province declared a state of emergency in relation to the ongoing blockades.

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TD Bank freezes two personal accounts that received over $1M for trucker convoy

protesters fighting the Canadian government’s pandemic measures, a bank spokesperson said on Saturday.The demonstrations, dubbed the “Freedom Convoy” by Canadian truckers opposing a vaccination mandate for cross-border drivers as well as other pandemic restrictions, are now in their third week. They have gridlocked the capital Ottawa and blocked U.S.-Canada border crossings, damaging trade between the two countries.Early on Saturday, Canadian police began clearing protesters blocking a key bridge linking Canada and the United States.

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Senators introduce bill to address social media harm, addiction

In this photo illustration, the social medias applications logos, Twitter, Google, Google+, Gmail, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat are displayed on the screen of an Apple iPhone. (Photo Illustration by Chesnot/Getty Images) Two U.S.

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Philadelphia's first gun buyback kicked off Saturday

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia’s first gun buyback of 2022 kicked off on Saturday.The event was led by Bilal Qayyum with Fathers Day Rally Committee along with leaders from the Philadelphia City Council.For every gun that was turned in, no questions asked, the person was given a $100 gift certificate to a local grocer.One person turned in ten guns alone. In total, 28 guns were turned in Saturday – 24 handguns and 4 long guns. "A lot of guns and the police would tell you this, that are on the streets today, ended up legal guns in someone house, someone broke in and took that gun.

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Gas prices continue to rise in NJ amid crude oil price hikes

TRENTON, N.J. - Gas prices continue to rise sharply in New Jersey as crude oil prices increase amid ongoing global tensions related to uncertainty over Russia’s intentions toward Ukraine. AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gas in New Jersey on Friday was $3.56, up 12 cents from last week. Drivers were paying an average of $2.64 a gallon a year ago at this time. The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $3.48, up six cents from last week. ___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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Police investigate non-fatal shooting of Delaware teenager

NEW CASTLE, Del. - Police in Delaware are investigating the shooting of a teen in New Castle County. New Castle Police say they received a report of a shooting Friday afternoon in the community of Sophia’s Place West. Officers arrived and found a 16-year-old boy with gunshot wounds to his upper and lower extremities. A good Samaritan had been rendering aid before police arrived. The boy was taken to the hospital and reported in stable condition. Police are investigating and asking the public to contact them if they have relevant information.___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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Group of men assault, rob man of nearly $30K in Northeast Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - Police are investigating after four men broke into a home and assaulted a man in Northeast Philadelphia. The incident happened at approximately 2:30 a.m. on the 6900 block of Horrocks Street. Police say four unknown men, two of which were armed, forced entry through the basement door. They then assaulted a 41-year-old man and took approximately $28,000 ($10,000 in coins, $10,000 in checks, and $8,000 in cash) in various currency from the man.

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EastEnders' Maisie Smith reveals one piece of advice she would have given her younger self after previously opening up about mental health

EastEnders star has been getting close with her fellow co-stars, including Dragons Den star Sara Davies, Gordon Ramsay's daughter Tilly, and fellow actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, who made history last year as the show's first ever deaf contestant. Today (12 February) she shared a video of her spending time with CBBC TV presenter Rhys Stephenson in the dressing room before a show at London's 02 arena.

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Man dies after being shot inside car in Southwest Philadelphia, police say

PHILADELPHIA - A man has lost his life after a shooting in Southwest Philadelphia. The shooting happened around 11:30 p.m. Friday on the 6000 block of Woodland Avenue. Police say the 29-year-old man was shot once in the left armpit inside a Nissan Altima.

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CDC proposes change to opioid prescription guidelines

CDC officials said."We began to hear how the guidelines were being misused and misapplied" said the CDC's Christopher Jones, a co-author of the draft guidance.The proposed changes, contained in a 229-page draft update in the Federal Register, would roll back some suggested limits on the drugs. Their publication opens a 60-day public comment period.

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Convoy protesters tear down fence protecting National War Memorial

Protesters from the so-called “freedom convoy” in Ottawa have torn down a fence that had been put around the National War Memorial to protect it from further desecration.

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Quebec expresses hope soldiers will stay in care homes until September

Since April, members of the Canadian Armed Forces have been playing a critical hope helping staff in long-term care facilities grappling with COVID-19 outbreaks.

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Quebec, province hardest hit by health crisis, tops 50,000 coronavirus cases

Quebec has reached another grim milestone in the novel coronavirus outbreak as cases topped 50,000 on Friday.

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Quebec’s strained care homes need new workers to be trained

Quebec Premier François Legault wants Canadian troops deployed to long-term care homes to stay until September, but it likely won’t happen.

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Coronavirus: Quebec looks to hire 550 orderlies from abroad to staff long-term care homes

Quebec, a hot spot for the novel coronavirus, is hoping to bolster staffing in its hard-hit nursing homes by hiring 550 orderlies from abroad.

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Quebec officials to provide update on coronavirus response

Quebec officials are expected to provide an update on their response to the novel coronavirus health crisis as the province continues to lead the country in cases and deaths.

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Details of US$200M loan offered to Cirque du Soleil will be revealed — but not yet: Quebec minister

Criticized by the opposition for its lack of transparency surrounding a US$200-million loan offered to Cirque du Soleil, Quebec’s Legault government has committed to revealing the details of the agreement if the money is given to the entertainment company paralyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Quebec long-term care homes grappling with major challenges: military report

A 60-page report from the military on the condition of Quebec’s long-term care homes released by the government on Wednesday points to three major challenges in the facilities: staffing shortages, management of personal protective equipment and how hot zones related to the novel coronavirus are handled.

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Asylum seekers confused by Quebec government’s messages on immigration

Refugee claimants and advocates say Quebec Premier François Legault’s promise Monday to consider pushing for residency status for asylum seekers in the province is causing confusion, arguing that his pledge doesn’t go far enough.

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Asylum seekers confused by Quebec Government’s mixed messages

Refugee claimants and advocates are reacting with disappointment to Premier François Legault’s promise Monday to consider pushing for residency status for asylum seekers. They say the premier’s message is causing confusion and that his pledge doesn’t go far enough.

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Quebec minister expected to outline plan to reopen shopping malls amid COVID-19 pandemic

Quebec’s economic development minister is expected to lay out the details of the plan to reopen shopping malls on Tuesday as the province continues to lift lockdown measures designed to contain the novel coronavirus.

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Coronavirus prompts Quebec to put off premiers’ meeting

Quebec is postponing the Council of the Federation meeting it was set to host this summer because of COVID-19.

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Coronavirus: More testing, fewer cases as Quebec enters new phase of deconfinement

Premier François Legault says his government is comfortable with the way deconfinement is progressing with the daily number of confirmed COVID-19 cases slowly decreasing despite increased testing.

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Quebec officials to provide update on coronavirus measures from Montreal

Quebec Premier François Legault is expected to provide an update on the province’s response to the novel coronavirus pandemic from hard-hit Montreal on Monday.

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Coronavirus: Will Quebecers have access to public pools this summer?

As the province continues to slowly reopen and resume some summer activities, many are wondering if public swimming pools are part of that equation.

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COVID-19: Education ministry floating possible back to school scenarios for September

With the school year ending early for most children in Quebec, the province is now tasked with trying to figure out what the school year will look like in the fall.

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Coronavirus: Quebec Premier François Legault distributes masks outside Montreal Metro station

Quebec Premier François Legault was at the Cadillac Metro station Friday morning distributing reusable face coverings to those who need them.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Quebec gives green light for day camps to open this summer

Quebec Premier François Legault has announced that as of June 22, day camps across the province will be able to open, with restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Montreal officials to announce new measures to support merchants as they reopen

Montreal businesses closed since late March due to the coranavirus pandemic are getting set to reopen on Monday.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Quebec’s summer day camps to reopen June 22

During Thursday’s COVID-19 briefing, Quebec Premier François Legault said that summer day camps for children are set to reopen on June 22 amid the coronavirus pandemic, with added safety measures such as social distancing.

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Coronavirus: Legault heads to hard-hit Laval as reopening date looms for businesses, daycares

Quebec Premier François Legault is back in the Greater Montreal area on Thursday amid the novel coronavirus pandemic to meet with Laval officials and health authorities.

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Kanesatake Mohawks blocking access to Oka provincial park as grand chief cites COVID-19 fears

The mayor of Oka, Que., says members of the neighbouring Mohawk community of Kanesatake are blocking access to a provincial park that was supposed to partially reopen today.

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Quebec officials to address coronavirus response as gradual reopening continues

Quebec officials are expected to provide an update on the province’s novel coronavirus response on Wednesday as it continues to soften restrictions.

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Tired, frustrated nurses protest outside premier’s office in Quebec City

A small group of nurses from the FIQ union held a lunchtime protest outside the National Assembly on Tuesday. They say the sanitary emergency declared in Quebec has stripped them of their rights. Global’s Raquel Fletcher has more.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
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Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

Is Quebec ready to manage a second wave of COVID-19?

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