Jason Kenney may soon release Alberta economy reopening plan

Phillip Schofield has returned to This Morning after testing positive for coronavirus. The 59-year-old presenter had been forced to skip hosting This Morning and Dancing on Ice and admitted he was "bored out of his brain" while locked away in his home after testing positive for Covid seven days in a row.

Canada’s Meryeta O’Dine won the bronze medal in her Olympic debut at the Beijing Winter Games in women’s snowboard cross Wednesday.

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A review is set to be launched after four children were given Covid vaccine overdoses of more than twice the approved amount.

A Business Proposal has been pushed back by a week.Today (February 9), the show’s production team announced that the premiere of A Business Proposal has been pushed back by a week, attributing the delay to stricter COVID-19 protocols on the show’s set. The show will now premiere on February 28.“We have decided to inevitably postpone the first broadcast of A Business Proposal for a week due to COVID-19 in order to change the filming schedule and secure a safe production environment,” a representative from the show said, per Sports Chosun and translated by Soompi.“The first broadcast date has been changed from February 21 to February 28,” the representative added.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The EU has urged Sri Lanka to continue reducing the use of the PTA, and to undertake further practical and administrative steps to release on bail those detained under the PTA without charges.The European Union (EU) and the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka held their 24th meeting of the Joint Commission on 8th February 2022 in Brussels.During the meeting, Sri Lanka reiterated its objective to achieve measurable, tangible, and verifiable results on the ground in meeting its commitments.In this context, the EU welcomed the submission by the Government of Sri Lanka of amendments to the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - A juror in the Scott Peterson trial has been offered immunity before testifying at a hearing that could determine whether a new trial is granted, authorities said.Richelle Nice was Juror 7 in the trial that ended with Peterson's conviction for killing his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son. However, Peterson's attorney said Nice was guilty of juror misconduct because she failed to reveal during the jury selection that she had been beaten by a boyfriend while she was pregnant. He said Peterson deserves a new trial.The offer to Nice will come before she testifies at a Feb.

Convicted rapist and murderer Wayne Couzens has been placed in isolation after catching coronavirus in prison with reports suggesting he is "suffering badly".

Train services are set to increase again as ScotRail recovers from staff shortages following a Covid surge over the festive period.

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WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 1: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks during a news conference after a lunch meeting with Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill February 1, 2022 in Washington, DC. McConnell told reporters he disagrees with fo WASHINGTON - Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is going against the Republican National Committee calling the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Deputy Director-General of Public Health Services, Dr. Hemanth Herath has slammed the organizing of mass gatherings in the wake of the COVID-19 spread in the island.‘This is not something that needs to be said over again.

Truckers paralysing the Canadian capital in anger at Covid rules show no sign of backing down, as several of the nation's provinces announced it was time to roll back restrictions that count among the world's toughest.

First nasal spray for covid-19 treatment in India: For the treatment of adult patients suffering from Covid-19, pharma company Glenmark has launched Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (FabiSpray) in India. The nasal spray was launched by the pharma company in partnership with SaNOtize. "Phase 3 trial in India met the key endpoints and demonstrated reduction of viral load of 94 per cent in 24 hours and 99 per cent in 48 hours. Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (NONS) was safe and well-tolerated in COVID-19 patients. Glenmark to market NONS under the brand name FabiSpray," the company said in a statement.

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ladies tights such as pantyhose on your face could reduce the risk of getting Covid, more so than masks.A major risk identified with commonly worn face masks is that they do not fit tightly enough to block viral particles from being inhaled or exhaled significantly.Cambridge University researchers have tested seven hacks to improve the fit of masks.Their new study outlined DIY hacks people have used to make masks fit better, including using rubber bands or tape.They found the most effective tactic was to wrap pantyhose around the bottom half of the face or on top of a mask.Researchers have said that this could reduce the number of viral particles by up to seven times more than a loose mask on its own by sealing the gaps around the nose and mouth.They raised that the social and physical impact of wearing tights on your face in public was "unlikely to be tolerated for an extended period of time".Tight-fitting medical masks are great at blocking out the virus, but many describe them as uncomfortable.The study raised that the most common surgical or cloth masks are far less resistant to Covid.Cambridge researchers recruited four volunteers to try seven different mask hacks - the study looked at both surgical and KN95 masks.Other methods included tying the ear bands to make the masks fit more tightly or stuffing the gaps with bandages.Participants did seven minutes of various exercises designed to mimic real-world interactions such as talking, smiling, nodding and eating.The researchers measured how well the masks fit by monitoring the filtration efficiency and calculating a 'fit factor' score.Pantyhose and cloth tape were most effective, increasing the fit factor by 27.7 and 14.7.Surgical masks performed better if worn in

Epik High frontman Tablo has tested positive for COVID-19.OURS, Epik High’s management agency, confirmed the news through a press statement released earlier today (February 9).“Tablo experienced minor symptoms on February 3 and underwent PCR testing, and his results came back negative the next day (January 4),” the agency said, as translated by Soompi. “However, he voluntarily got tested again on February 8, and his results came back positive this morning.”The statement also noted that the rest of Epik High and staff members who were recently in contact with Tablo underwent rapid antigen testing following the hip-hop artist’s diagnosis.

New Zealand anti-vaccine mandate protesters faced off with police outside parliament today, as demonstrators camped inside the Wellington legislature's grounds vowed to stay "as long as it takes".

Director Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker joins Global News’ Linda Olsen to discuss how she is using her experiences growing up Black in Calgary and how that has inspired her art.

COVID-19 economic reopening plans, but Ontario’s timeline appears to lag noticeably behind others even though certain provinces had higher cases per capita during the third wave.“I think there is a paralysis, a fear of making mistakes based on the past,” political commentator Sarbjit Kaur told Global News.Calgary-based political strategist Zain Velji said Ontario Premier Doug Ford “probably paid a greater political consequence” in the second and third waves compared to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney.

Staff of Edmonton’s Heritage Festival, Taste of Edmonton and Roger’s Place are buzzing after Premier Jason Kenney announced Alberta’s three stage reopening plan Wednesday. Sarah Ryan has the details.

Alberta will be open for summer — that’s the message Premier Jason Kenney delivered Wednesday when unveiling the province’s three-phase economic relaunch and COVID-19 restriction relaxation plan.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has unveiled the province’s three-stage strategy to lift COVID-19 restrictions, with all measures potentially being gone by early July. Heather Yourex-West has the details of Canada’s fastest re-opening plan, which is set to start just weeks after the province became the country’s COVID-19 hot spot.

says the province’s plan to ease COVID-19 restrictions is “aggressive to the point of recklessness” and is setting the province up for a fourth wave.“The timing is really aggressive and going to a third stage with 70 per cent (of the population vaccinated) on a single dose, in which basically the province is completely open, is irresponsible,” said Dr. James Talbot, who is the co-chair of the Edmonton Zone Medical Staff Association’s COVID-19 committee.“Aggressive to the point of recklessness… I’m not surprised but I’m extremely disappointed.”Earlier Wednesday, Premier Jason Kenney revealed the province’s “Open for Summer” plan, which could see the majority of public health restrictions lifted by early July.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney details Stage 2 of the province’s “open for summer” plan, which he described as a “big step forward.”

Premier Jason Kenney answers a question about what can be expected at the Calgary Stampede if public health measures are relaxed.

Premier Jason Kenney says the province estimated that about 14 per cent of the population has natural immunity to COVID-19 when drafting the “open for summer” plan.

Premier Jason Kenney responds to a question about how fast Alberta’s plan to relax COVID-19 health restrictions in the province could happen.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says the mandatory indoor mask rule would be lifted as part of Stage 3 in the province’s plan to relax COVID-19 health restrictions.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces the province’s “open for summer” plan; a three-step approach that will relax most COVID-19 health restrictions.

Premier Jason Kenney outlines Stage 1 of Alberta’s “open for summer” plan, which includes increasing capacity limits for worship services and retail, limited outdoor social gatherings and reopening of personal services.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says Stage 3 of the “open for summer” plan will see “almost all health restrictions… gone.”

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney unveiled the three stages the province will go through as it lifts the various COVID-19 restrictions that have been in place since last year. Tom Vernon has the details on the noon news.

It’s expected Jason Kenney will provide an update on Alberta’s strategy for safely easing COVID-19 restrictions during a Wednesday morning news conference. Sarah Offin has details.

COVID-19, bringing the province’s active case total to 16,577.As of Friday afternoon, there were 638 people across the province receiving care in hospital because of the novel coronavirus. Of those people, 177 were in the ICU.

Jason Kenney says his government will be discussing plans for Alberta’s reopening this week and next. Sarah Offin has details on what a potential summer reopening would depend on.

On Monday, Premier Jason Kenney and Alberta chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw expressed concern about the rising active COVID-19 cases in rural communities. Julia Wong reports.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney updates the severity of the COVID-19 situation and its effects on the health-care system.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says the province could soon surpass the 50 per cent threshold for eligible Albertans receiving the first-dose of COVID-19 vaccine.

Hospitals in Alberta are reporting record high numbers of COVID-19 patients in intensive care, and there are fears the worst is yet to come. But as Heather Yourex-West reports, political unrest is stealing away Premier Jason Kenney’s attention from the public health crisis.

An emergency caucus meeting was held Thursday afternoon after United Conservative senior backbencher Todd Loewen publicly called for the resignation of Alberta Premier Jason Kenney. Tom Vernon has the latest.

United Conservative senior backbencher Todd Loewen is publicly calling on Alberta Premier Jason Kenney to resign. Kim Smith explains.

COVID-19 rapid testing kits through their local chamber of commerce.According to a Wednesday news release from the province, interested businesses can apply to receive the kits directly from their chamber.“This partnership gives businesses another leg up to move our economy forward,” Premier Jason Kenney said.“By making it easier to access rapid testing kits when and where they need them, we are providing businesses with a vital tool to protect their workers and the Albertans they serve.” Alberta increasing access to COVID-19 rapid testing program Local chambers will need to sign an agreement, then Alberta Health will provide rapid tests, along with a pre-approved screening plan.A chamber membership is not required, the province said, and

As Albertans are rolling up their sleeves in droves to get vaccinated, the province announced Monday it won’t give out any more first doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for the time being due to not knowing when more supply will arrive. Instead, the remaining does will be used to give partially-vaccinated people their second jab.

Premier Jason Kenney announces that over 190,000 COVID-19 vaccines were booked in Alberta on Monday, the first day of eligibility for those 12 and up.

Premier Jason Kenney explains how the province will be using an ad campaign to encourage Albertans to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 in the province.Premier Jason Kenney announced Tuesday that more public health measures would be implemented as Alberta has seen its highest case counts, hospitalizations and ICU admissions since the pandemic began.