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Author of ‘No Regrets’ says story of unemployed grandmother inspired him to give back

When Hector La Fosse and his wife Sylvia saw the story of an unemployed grandmother and her 15-year-old grandson this week, they said this was what they were looking for.

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Quebec workers pay tribute to Grace Dart patient attendant who died of COVID-19

Workers at the understaffed and overwhelmed Grace Dart Extended Care Centre take a moment to pay tribute to their fallen colleague Victoria Salvan on Friday.

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Bonspiel physicians to donate plasma as part of clinical trial for possible COVID-19 treatment

A Calgary doctor is organizing plasma donations from a group of health-care workers who contracted COVID-19 after attending a bonspiel in Edmonton last month.

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COVID-19: Struggling B.C. wedding industry urges couples to postpone, not cancel

Businesses belonging to B.C.’s vibrant wedding industry are searching for ways to remain afloat with a summer of diminishing ceremonies ahead under the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Small businesses face uncertain future after Calgary Stampede cancellation

One of the most iconic images linked to the Calgary Stampede, and the city itself, is a white hat.

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Coronavirus: Toronto creates task force to safely reopen the city

As of Friday, Toronto had nearly 4,400 positive and probable cases of COVID-19. Physical distancing efforts are still very much in effect in the city, but work is well underway to gradually reopen once it’s safe. Matthew Bingley reports.

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Kelowna physician echoes warning about hidden cost of COVID-19

A healthcare expert is calling it the hidden cost of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Lethbridge students find new way to celebrate graduation

Lethbridge students who won’t be getting a graduation ceremony due to the COVID-19 pandemic are finding a new way to celebrate the occasion with unique photoshoots. Emily Olsen reports.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Pence says 5.1 million people tested for COVID-19 in U.S.

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Orange County Superintendent shares plans for graduation ceremonies

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Superintendent Dr. Barbara Jenkins shared the latest plans for graduation ceremonies.

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Edmonton volunteers step up during COVID-19 pandemic: ‘Your time is always valuable’

Volunteers in Edmonton are finding ways to continue to give back to their community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Number of COVID-19 patients in B.C. hospitals dips below 100 for first time since March

The number of B.C. patients hospitalized with COVID-19 dropped below 100 Friday, for the first time since late March.

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St. Joseph’s looking at how it will restart services, procedures postponed due to pandemic

St. Joseph’s Healthcare is looking into the next phase of pandemic management, which includes bringing back procedures and services that were cancelled due to COVID-19.

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How eateries are coping during COVID-19

Restaurants and cafes have taken a hit since the pandemic began, with some closing their doors completely. And those that are still operating are working with a skeleton staff.

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Coronavirus: Situation in Quebec long-term care homes remains critical

Last week, a longtime patient attendant at the Grace Dart Extended Care Centre in Montreal’s east end died after contracting COVID-19. Many other workers in the health care sector have also gotten ill from the virus putting an enormous strain on the health network.

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Coronavirus: Military arrives at some GTA long-term care homes

Canadian forces officials have now met with five long-term care homes to assess their needs. As Catherine McDonald reports, it’s not clear when soldiers will starting helping out, but families with loved ones battling COVID-19 are pleased.

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Alberta confirms 297 new cases, 5 deaths from COVID-19 on Friday

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, issues her COVID-19 update for April 24, 2020.

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‘This virus is incredibly challenging to control’: Hinshaw

Dr. Deena Hinshaw explains why the province needs to limit gatherings to control the spread of COVID-19.

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Dr. Hinshaw defends provincial shut down of large events amid COVID-19 pandemic

Alberta’s top doctor, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, defends the province’s announcement to continue the ban on mass gatherings, including summer events and festivals.

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Supermarkets and shops that deliver prescriptions for free during coronavirus outbreak

It's more important than ever that people get access to vital prescriptions during the coronavirus outbreak.

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COVID-19 no media update today, 25 April

There is no live media conference today (25 April 2020).

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Trophy hunter who shot giraffe 'proud' of sick vid as she taunts Ricky Gervais

An American big game hunter who was slammed by hundreds of people online including comedian Ricky Gervais has posted a new video of her slaughtering a giraffe.

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Coronavirus: Trudeau says fed may increase health-care funding to provinces

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the government will have to consider increasing health-care funding after seeing the toll the novel coronavirus has taken on the country.

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‘There are 100 people sharing 1 bathroom’: What it’s like being a refugee during the COVID-19 pandemic

Many of the approximately 25 million refugees worldwide are facing a double crisis: on top of fleeing war-torn countries, they’re now facing scarce basic necessities, like soap and clean water, to fend off COVID-19.

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Wife of fallen Moncton Mountie reaches out to victims of N.S. shooting

The wife of an RCMP officer who was killed in the Moncton shootings almost six years ago is reaching out to provide support for the victims’ families and first responders in Nova Scotia.

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Joanna and Chip Gaines on the farm! A look inside their charming country home

Joanna Gaines has been very active on Instagram ever since self-isolation began.The home improvement specialist of Fixer Upper fame has been staying with her husband Chip and their five kids at their idyllic farm in Crawford, Texas, which is a suburb of Waco.The 1,700 square foot Victorian style home sits on 40 acres of land which the family uses for farming and other recreational activities. On Thursday Joanna shared an image from the grounds with the caption, 'A walk on the wild side.' The good life:Joanna Gaines has been very active on Instagram ever since self-isolation began.

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Anne Douglas celebrates her 101st birthday with a car parade amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Her husband movie icon Kirk Douglas died February at the age of 103.And less than three months later, Anne Douglas celebrated turning 101 years old with a car parade with her friends and family.Her grandson Cameron Douglas documented the happy occasion as he stopped by her home to wish her a happy birthday. Birthday queen:Anne Douglas celebrated turning 101 years old with a car parade with her friends and family on ThursdayCameron shared a snap of Anne as she waited in her driveway wearing a purple suit and pearls in her wheelchair, with her pup next to her.Cameron, who is the son of Michael Douglas and Diandra Morella Douglas (née Luker), was in the drivers seat with partner Viviane Thibes and their daughter Lua, two, in her car seat.

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Wheel of Fortune contestants wins over $56k but goes back to her job as an ER nurse

Wheel of Fortune contestant Arzo Mehdavi won big on Thursday's episode of the show, which was filmed before she went back to her job as a ER nurse, where she is currently treating COVID-19 patients in Hayward, California.Despite striking it lucky, Mehdavi remained in her position as the country began to lockdown amid the emerging pandemic.Mehdavi took home more than $56,000 in prizes and cash, and was later paid a surprise visit by the host of the show Vanna White, after learning that Mehdavi has been working on the frontlines fighting the spread of coronavirus.

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Wheel of Fortune contestants wins over $56k but goes back to her job as an ER nurse

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Mission: Impossible films seven and eight release days delayed amid COVID-19 pandemic

The next film in the Mission: Impossible franchise starring Tom Cruise, the seventh installment, was supposed to hit theaters July 23, 2021 with the eight film released on August 5, 2022.But, due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Paramount has delayed the release of both movies, according to Variety.Mission: Impossible 7 has been moved by four months to a new theatrical release date of November 19, 2021 with Mission: Impossible 8 pushed back three months to November 4, 2022.

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Mission: Impossible films seven and eight release days delayed amid COVID-19 pandemic

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Nick Cordero's wife Amanda Kloots reveals he's tested negative for COVID-19

Nick Cordero's wife Amanda Kloots received both good and bad news about his recovery on Friday as the Broadway star continues his battle against COVID-19.The 41-year-old actor had his leg amputated on Saturday after suffering blood flow issues and the mother-of-one is still waiting for him to wake up after he was taken out of sedation almost three weeks ago.But on a brighter note, Amanda said in an update on Instagram stories that Nick now seems to be rid of the virus.'Good news, dada had two negative COVID tests! Yay!' She said in a video while holding their young son Elvis.

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Kelly Osbourne hugs brother Jack in emotional video after testing negative for Covid-19

It was an emotional reunion for Kelly Osbourne when she finally saw her brother Jack, after a coronavirus scare forced them to separate.

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Watch Post Malone's Nirvana Tribute Concert - Stream Video Now!

Post Malone is livestreaming a concert from his home RIGHT THIS SECOND and you can watch it below.

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Bucks County woman asks for prayers for husband with COVID-19 on ventilator

Bucks County woman asks for prayers for her husband while he is on a ventilator suffering for COVID-19. FOX 29's Joann Pileggi reports.

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High school student makes clear face masks to help deaf and hard of hearing communicate

Eric Kim, a high school student in Portland, Ore., says he is "really happy to have found something specific that I can do for the community during these dangerous time." (Credit: Eric Kim)

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Trump adds confusion on COVID-19 treatments as US deaths top 50,000

Direct sunlight, injected disinfectants, heat. Those were some of the remedies for coronavirus infection President Donald Trump mentioned during yesterday's White House task force briefing. Today the manufacturers of Lysol and Dettol cleaners, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), issued statements and warnings contradicting Trump's remarks.

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WHO, partners unveil massive COVID-19 vaccine, treatment effort

The World Health Organization (WHO)—backed by several world leaders and global health groups—today launched an initiative to fast-track the development and scale-up of COVID-19 vaccines and drugs and make them available to nations who need them the most.

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Mesmerising neon waves crash on empty Mexican beach amid coronavirus crisis

Mesmerising neon blue waves washed up on an empty Mexican beach as the country's tourism sector was decimated by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Lindsay Lohan dreams of the day she'll be invited to film Mean Girls sequel

Lindsay Lohan says she's dreaming of the day that she gets invited to star in a Mean Girls sequel.

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Firefighter who survived COVID-19 brings insight to med students

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – An Orlando instructor says demand for medical personnel is high right now and his experience on the job has put things into perspective for his students.

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Morgan Freeman Shares Message Of Hope Amid COVID-19 Pandemic: ‘Social Distancing Is Not Stopping Us From Coming Together’

Even in a pandemic, Morgan Freeman’s voice remains a beacon of hope.

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New and emerging COVID-19 outbreaks in Hamilton include St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Barton St. Jail

Hamilton’s medical officer of health says COVID-19 has appeared in several new institutional settings in Hamilton.

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Reservations to Saskatchewan’s provincial park campsites to begin May 4

Saskatchewan residents and visitors will be able to reserve a spot at a provincial park campsite as of May 4 while camping becomes available on June 1.

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3 workers at Ferrero Rocher plant in Brantford, Ont. test positive for coronavirus

The company that makes Nutella, Tic Tacs and Ferrero Rocher chocolates for North America has shut down two departments at its plant in Brantford Ont., after three employees tested positive for the new coronavirus.

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