During a Facebook town hall on Wednesday night, Premier Jason Kenney said the Alberta government is not going to make masks mandatory because he thinks rural Albertans would ignore it and would trigger a backlash and lower usage.

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New Zealand Covid protest grows after police draw back

Protester numbers outside New Zealand's parliament have increased as police scaled back efforts to clear anti-vaccine demonstrators involved in violent clashes a day earlier.

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Health Ministry warns against FAKE vaccination cards, says ‘It’s a futile attempt’

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry has warned against the use of fake vaccination cards to avoid being vaccinated against COVID-19.Dr. Anwar Hamdani, attached to the Health Ministry said information on all those who have been vaccinated are with the Health Ministry, and it is a futile attempt to evade being vaccinated.“Getting vaccinated is a social responsibility and therefore everyone must get vaccinated against COVID-19,” he said.At the same time, the Deputy Director-General of Public Health Services Dr.

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Conservatives reverse course on support, call for end to convoy blockades

Despite key party figures expressing support and posing for pictures with protesters, the Conservative Party is joining pleas to end disruptive blockades against COVID restrictions.

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford out of sight as protests mount pressure on province

Disruptive blockades protesting COVID-19 mandates are escalating in Ontario, prompting more calls for the province to take action. So why has Ontario Premier Doug Ford been mostly absent over the unrest? Eric Sorensen explains the possible strategy behind keeping a low-profile, as concerns grow over potentially politicizing pandemic strategy.

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Trucker protests: Ottawa police says majority of calls flooding 911 lines are coming from U.S.

Ottawa police on Thursday provided an update on their ongoing enforcement measures against trucker protests demonstrating against COVID-19 vaccine mandates throughout parts of the city.

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Australia changes definition of 'up-to-date' status for Covid-19 vaccines

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Trudeau calls on all parties to denounce ‘illegal’ trucker occupations, blockades

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held a meeting with leaders of opposition parties Thursday evening, where he said he briefed them on the latest developments of the trucker convoy protests and blockades.

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‘It’s a big joke for me’: Olympics athletes say they’re starved for food, information

Unhappy Olympic athletes are calling out organizers of the Beijing Games with a litany of complaints about everything from COVID-19 protocols to inadequate catering.

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Camilla 'honoured' in first comments since Queen Consort announcement and Charles' Covid

Camilla Parker-Bowles has broken her silence after she was handed the future title of 'Queen Consort' by the Queen on the eve of the Platinum Jubilee last weekend.The Duchess of Cornwall, 74, said she was "very, very honoured" and "very touched" to be bestowed the honour by Her Majesty while on a royal visit to Nourish Hub community food centre in West London.She went ahead with the public appearance after testing negative for Covid despite spending the previous evening with husband Prince Charles, who remained in self-isolation after contracting the virus for the second time yesterday (February 10).Charles, who is said not to be experiencing any symptoms of the virus, was forced on Thursday to cancel his visit the Great Hall at Winchester Castle and the unveiling of a statue of Jewish-British historical figure Licoricia of Winchester.It was also revealed that he had seen his mum the Queen two days before testing positive.Describing the situation, Camilla told Willie Hartley Russell, high sheriff for Berkshire: "He’s diagnosed now. Luckily (she’s negative).

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BGT in chaos as Simon Cowell tests positive for Covid and pulls out of auditions

Simon Cowell has been forced to pull out of Britain's Got Talent auditions after testing positive for Covid.The ITV entertainment show is back this year after being cancelled in 2021 because of the pandemic and auditions have been under way at the London Palladium.Due to his positive test result, the 62-year-old TV personality could not take his seat at the judge's table. Simon's spokesperson exclusively told Mail Online that the star is currently isolating at his London home after contracting the virus.His spokesperson said: "Simon was unable to attend filming today as he was isolating at home after testing positive for Covid-19." Simon was scheduled to be on the set of the talent competition on Thursday alongside his fellow judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams.A week before testing positive and withdrawing from the audition process, Simon was rushed to hospital after being caught in a horrific e-bike accident near his home in West London.The incident which happened last Thursday night saw Simon fall off his e-bike while reaching speeds of 20mph.This is the second e-bike accident the father-of-one experienced, just 18 months after breaking his back on an e-bike in Los Angeles.

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Bob Saget death: How often does an accidental blow to the head turn fatal?

PHILADELPHIA - Bob Saget's shocking cause of death has caused many to wonder how likely it is that an accidental blow to the head can turn fatal.The 65-year-old entertainer and Philadelphia native was found on his hotel bed at the Ritz Carlton in Orlando on Jan. 9.

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India reports 58,077 new Covid-19 cases, active tally falls below 7 lakh

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Drug trafficker ‘Abba’ killed in shootout with STF

COLOMBO (News 1st); A wanted drug traffickers knowns as ‘Abba’ was killed in a shootout with the Police Special Task Force on Thursday (10) night in Egoda Uyana, Moratuwa.The Police Special Task Force told News 1st that a raid was carried out at around 10 PM on Thursday (10) night after receiving a tip-off that a house in Egoda Uyana contained drugs.During the raid, a man had opened fire from inside the house and the Police Special Task Force had returned fire.The Police in a statement said, “One suspect opened fire at an STF Officer with a pistol, and the STF officer returned fire.”In the exchange of fire, a 27-year-old male identified as ‘Abba’ (Thelge Dilan Sameera Peiris) was killed and he is a known associate of a notorious drug trafficker operating from Dubai.One STF member was injured in the incident.Sri Lanka Police said two bullets fired by the suspect had hit the protective vest worn by the STF Officer, and he was rushed to the Panadura Hospital for treatment.Six other people who were inside the house were arrested by the Police Special Task Force.The Office of the Police Spokesperson said that ‘Abba’ had a murder case filed against him, as we as a case over stabbing a woman and causing serious injury.Further, another 31-year-old man was arrested from Moratuwa upon inspecting the residence of another suspect.Police said that this man has a case filed against him for transporting drugs along the expressway.

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CIA secretly collecting US citizen's private data, declassified documents state

In this photo illustration, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) logo is seen displayed on an Android mobile phone. WASHINGTON (AP) - The CIA has a secret, undisclosed data repository that includes information collected about Americans, two Democrats on the Senate Intelligence Committee said Thursday. While neither the agency nor lawmakers would disclose specifics about the data, the senators alleged the CIA had long hidden details about the program from the public and Congress.Sens.

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AstraZeneca acquires 'modest' profit of $4B from COVID-19 vaccine sales

LONDON (AP) - AstraZeneca recorded a big jump in revenue on Thursday as it begins to take a profit from its coronavirus vaccine for the first time.The company recorded full-year revenues of $37.4 billion, an increase of 38% from the year before at constant exchange rates. Part of the boost came from $4 billion in sales of its COVID-19 vaccine, developed with the University of Oxford.Despite rising revenue, AstraZeneca reported a pre-tax loss of $265 million due to costs from its purchase of U.S.

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Philadelphia carjacker swipes car with 3 kids inside, lets them out before ditching car, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say an armed carjacker hopped into a running vehicle with three children inside and later let the kids out and ditched the car. Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small said the children's mother left the car running on the 5300 block of Willow Street around 6 p.m.

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Shaun White misses gold in his final Winter Olympics

Shaun White of Team United States reacts during the Men's Snowboard Halfpipe Final on day 7 of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics at Genting Snow Park on February 11, 2022 in Zhangjiakou, China. BEIJING (AP) - In Shaun White’s farewell performance on Friday, Ayumu Hirano of Japan won an elusive Olympic gold in the halfpipe with a boundary-pushing final run.There was no doubt about the winner after Hirano's electric performance as the last rider to go. His run included an intricate and unprecedented series of flips and spins that pushed a sport obsessed with progression to new heights.

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Damaging health restrictions, freedom: Alberta government’s pandemic language rapidly changing amid convoys, protests and leadership reviews

The language of the UCP has seen a significant shift this week as it moves to drop COVID-19 restrictions in the province, with words like “damaging” and “freedom” being used much more often in public communications.

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Alberta government expects post-secondary institutions to drop vaccine and mask mandates

The University of Alberta is reviewing a letter from the advanced education minister, detailing expectations for post-secondary students to return to school in March — including dropping vaccine and mask mandates.

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B.C. COVID-19 numbers compared to January

Global’s Keith Baldrey looks a how B.C.’s COVID-19 numbers have improved since January.

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When will covid pandemic end? WHO’s chief scientist answers

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Why we need to know about origins of coronavirus? WHO on prevention from future pandemics

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Authorities find stockpile of illegal firearms in home of Pennsylvania father and son

FILE - Police lights are shown in a close up image. (Credit: FOX TV Stations) BETHLEHEM, Pa. - A Pennsylvania father and son were arrested after law enforcement agents uncovered a stockpile of unregistered fully automatic firearms during a search of the family's home. U.S.

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Bucks get Serge Ibaka; Donte DiVincenzo out in 4-team trade

MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Bucks traded for center Serge Ibaka from the Los Angeles Clippers in a four-team trade that also includes the Detroit Pistons and Sacramento Kings.To complete the deal, the Bucks traded guard Donte DiVincenzo to the Kings and forwards Rodney Hood and Semi Ojeleye to the Clippers. Milwaukee has also acquired a second-round draft pick from Sacramento, a second-round draft pick from Detroit and cash considerations from Los Angeles.In his 13th season, Ibaka is a three-time All-NBA Defensive First Team selection who has appeared in 884 career games (695 starts) with the Thunder, Magic, Raptors and Clippers.

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Crystal Hefner Opens Up About Her Mental Health Journey

Crystal Hefner has shared a new update in her mental health journey.

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COVID-19: 867 people in B.C. hospitals who have tested positive, 138 in critical care

B.C. health officials release a written report Thursday, Feb. 10, with the latest COVID-19 case numbers. Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey has analysis.

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What is Galentine’s Day? Everything to know about the popular holiday

Valentine’s Day. Some believe the holiday is just a marketing tactic spread by greeting card companies or is only for people who are romantically involved.Cue the solution to those worries: Galentine’s Day. But what is this unofficial holiday, who can celebrate the occasion and when is it? Gather up your gal pals, and find out the details below.According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, Galentine’s Day is a "day for women to celebrate their friendships with their lady friends." Essentially, the meaning of Galentine’s Day is Valentine’s Day for your gals.

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Remote schooling means snow days could become optional in NJ

MONTCLAIR, N.J. - Many New Jersey children may soon have to experience snow days from the inside looking out if some state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle get their way.Legislation before the state would give school districts the option of using snow days during inclement weather. But if the districts choose not to take a snow day, then the day away from the physical school building would be a remote learning day and it would count toward the state's 180-day education requirement.There's no denying that the unfettered joy of waking up to word of a snow day is a rite of passage for many kids.

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Ontario freezes funds from GiveSendGo trucker convoy fundraiser

The Ontario government says it has successfully petitioned a court to freeze access to millions of dollars donated through online fundraising platform GiveSendGo to the convoy protesting COVID-19 restrictions in Ottawa and at several border crossings.

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50 Cent ‘Reached Out’ To Ex Chelsea Handler Amid Recent Health Scare: He ‘Cares’ About Her

Despite 50 Cent and Chelsea Handler’s past relationship, the “In da Club” rapper still “cares” about the comedian. After the 56-year-old former late night talk show host was hospitalized following an undisclosed health scare on Feb. 4, 50 Cent – whose real name is Curtis Jackson – reached out to check up on his former flame.

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More than 50,000 boosters given yesterday; 446 community cases; 23 in hospital

The Big Boost continues today, promoting the booster dose to anyone over 18 who has had their second dose more than 3 months ago. Many vaccination centres will be open extended hours over the weekend to encourage people to get their booster.

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Delaware County hospital gives families one-week notice before closing hospice unit

RIDLEY, Pa. - Maureen Tribuiani said she knows her 87-year-old mother’s time is coming. It’s an indescribable pain, but one that was slightly alleviated knowing she was at least in good hands."We don’t know if it’s going to be weeks,or a month, or months, but she’s still at the end, and I want her happy and comfortable, and she was very comfortable there," Tribuiani said.She brought her mother, Mary "Mae" Doherty, to the 10-bed inpatient hospice unit at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park back on Jan.

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COVID-19: Copping says non-ICU hospitalizations in Alberta within normal capacity

Health Minister Jason Copping explains why the Alberta government chose to start loosening COVID-19 health measures immediately instead of waiting for numbers to come down.

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Alberta health minister explains decision to remove COVID-19 mask restrictions for children under 12

Health Minister Jason Copping explains the reasoning behind the removal of masking mandates for children under 12 in Alberta.

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‘Get a grip’: Premier Jason Kenney tells anti-maskers to stay home if they won’t wear a mask when required

Premier Jason Kenney spoke out Thursday night about people who won’t wear masks out of principle in places where they’re required, saying they should get a grip and not “go where you have to wear a mask.” Kenney shared his thoughts on a live Q&A on his Facebook page, where he was asked about an Edmonton server who was attacked during a confrontation over the city’s mask bylaw.

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Manitoba premier says his focus is on beating coronavirus, not dismal polling numbers

Brian Pallister brushed off the results of a recent survey that found he is the least popular premier in Canada, telling reporters it’s actually COVID-19 Manitobans don’t like.The Angus Reid survey results released Tuesday show Pallister’s approval rating sitting at 32 per cent, eight points back from the second-worst performing premier, Jason Kenney of Alberta. Record number of coronavirus deaths reported in Manitoba, but case numbers slowly dropping It’s the worst polling performance Pallister has had since being elected in 2016.“I think people don’t like COVID and that’s fine.

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Jason Kenney says COVID-19 vaccination will not be mandatory in Alberta

Premier Jason Kenney is assuring Albertans that there will be no mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations in the province.Kenney shared a portion of a live question-and-answer period he hosted earlier this week on his Facebook page where he insisted the province would not make any vaccinations mandatory.“COVID-19 vaccinations will not be mandatory, not in Alberta,” he said. “In fact, our government will amending the Public Health Act early next year, when the legislature comes back.

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COVID-19: Kenney wants Alberta’s R value to fall below 1

Premier Jason Kenney is calling for the Alberta’s R value to fall below one before restrictions are eased. A developmental biologist and epidemiologist explain what that means.

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Venezuelan refugee Kenney cited in COVID-19 news conference says interaction was less dramatic

A post shared by Food Truck & Restaurant (@arepasranch)De La Torre said Kenney got her feelings right.She said it’s true that the couple put their money into the business and closing the economy would be bad for them. But she understands it’s about people’s health, which is what she told Kenney.“What I said is, ‘There has to be a balance between the economy and the health.

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Jason Kenney explains why Alberta is not making masks mandatory

During a Facebook town hall on Wednesday night, Premier Jason Kenney said the Alberta government is not going to make masks mandatory because he thinks there would be a backlash.

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Jason Kenney says mandatory mask would trigger backlash

Premier Jason Kenney said the Alberta government is not going to make masks mandatory because he thinks rural Albertans would ignore it and it would trigger a backlash. Kim Smith explains on the noon news.

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Alberta-wide mask mandate would create backlash, Premier Kenney says

Facebook Live Wednesday evening where he took questions from Albertans about the new COVID-19 safety measures announced by the province on Tuesday.Changes to visitation in certain AHS facilities announced as Alberta reaches 500 COVID-19 deathsWhen asked in a written question “why rural Albertans don’t need a mask mandate,” Kenney said about 90 per cent of Albertans are already under some sort of a mask mandate, brought in by municipalities.He also said the majority of confirmed COVID-19 cases are in the Edmonton and Calgary areas.

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Legal experts question Premier Jason Kenney’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms assertion

A new wave of COVID-19 restrictions are coming into effect this week. While some critics say the premier didn’t go far enough, Jason Kenney defended his decisions – insisting he doesn’t want to violate the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

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COVID-19: Legal expert questions Premier Kenney’s Charter assertions when it comes to health restrictions

For weeks, the Kenney government has been resisting calls for stronger measures from doctors and the Opposition, citing concerns over how a widespread lockdown would impact small- and medium-sized business owners, and workers who would potentially lose their jobs.On Tuesday, he added another reason.“In so much of the debate… have (we) forgotten about the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?” the premier asked.Kenney argued governments should not start with the impairment of fundamental rights protected in the Charter, instead they should only be used as a final resort.“The Charter jurisprudence is very clear about this, that if governments are to impair Charter rights, it must be a minimal impairment to achieve a policy goal,” he said.According

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‘Alberta is not involved in a chase after zero’: Kenney explains why there aren’t harsher COVID-19 restrictions

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney explains why his government is hoping to avoid harsher public health restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing the Charter of Rights and Freedoms into the debate.

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Kenney asks all workers in Alberta who can to work from home

Premier Jason Kenney says the government of Alberta is leading the charge by asking its employees who can to work from home.

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Outlook improves but budget deficit $21.3 billion, Alberta finance minister says

Alberta budget 2020 mired in red ink, but government to put ‘even finer focus on job creation’ That’s almost $3 billion less than projected at the first update in August, but still exponentially larger than the $6.8-billion deficit announced by Toews when he first presented the budget in February.But Toews says there is hope on the horizon, while cautioning events are still fluid and the path back will be long.Revenue is expected to reach $41.4 billion, almost $3 billion higher than last quarter due to improved forecasts for resource and gaming revenues, investment income and federal transfers.

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