Imagine living in a world where blurry vision hinders your ability to work, learn, and fully experience life. Unfortunately, this is the reality for over 2.5 billion people worldwide who suffer from various forms of vision impairment. The lack of access to affordable eyeglasses and eye exams, particularly in impoverished rural communities, exacerbates the challenges Read More…
Just last month, Karrier One announced that it met financing goals and have established ten 4G terrestrial nodes in rural areas. They also announced that said nodes will be future-proofed for 5G. Karrier One offers DeWi (Decentralised Wireless) connections through a 5G blockchain network. It comes as a disruptive blow to Canada’s telecom industry, leveraging Read More…
Potential for Groundbreaking Neurological Advancements Amid Controversy In a significant development, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Elon Musk’s Neuralink company to conduct human trials. This approval marks a pivotal moment for the Neuralink project, which aims to develop advanced brain-machine interface technology to address neurological disorders and enhance human Read More…
As a result of the allegations of sexual abuse perpetrated by a Catholic priest on an eight-year-old child in Little Grand Rapids, Manitoba, the Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) has expressed profound devastation. This deeply disturbing incident has again shed light on the harrowing history of sexual abuse within the Church and its systemic cover-up of Read More…
The race for the Southdale constituency in the upcoming Manitoba election has taken an interesting turn with the entry of former Member of Parliament and mayoral candidate Dr. Robert Falcon Ouellette as the Liberal Party’s latest high-profile candidate. Currently held by PC Health Minister Audrey Gordon, the seat promises to be fiercely contested, with Ouellette’s Read More…
Poland’s recent decision to launch a probe into ‘Russian influence’ has sparked controversy within the country and among its European Union (EU) counterparts. The Polish Parliament, led by President Andrzej Duda, alleges a significant threat of Russian interference in Polish politics. However, the EU and opposition leaders have expressed their concerns, viewing this move as Read More…
The Greek Stoic philosopher Hecato once said: “Cease to hope, and you will cease to fear.” You would be hard-pressed to think of an activity that combines hope and fears more messily than job hunting. Anyone who has ever searched for a job knows what it feels like to hope for a particular job while Read More…
Citizens find themselves at a crossroads in the heartland of Canada’s oil-rich province, Alberta. The stakes could not have been higher for the people as they voted in a gruelling and often divisive election. The true animosity between the two prominent parties, Danielle Smith’s United Progressive Conservative (UCP) and Rachelle Notley’s New Democratic Party (NDP), Read More…
When approaching money from the perspective of needing it to buy or pay for our necessities, it becomes easy to see money as a valuable thing to warrant our major focus in acquiring it. In some cases, it becomes a dominating thing causing people to placed money ahead of their own families; spouse, children, parents… Read More…
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The Government of Canada has acknowledged the imperative to bolster and empower groups that execute initiatives for Canadians’ betterment. However, they often encounter obstacles when seeking financial support. In response, the government has introduced the Social Finance Fund, a venture designed to establish a resilient social finance ecosystem, extend the reach of social finance to Read More…
Nobody escapes the effects of time; we all get older. But getting older should not necessarily mean losing our mental acuity, happiness, or zest for life. As we get older, mental and physical health are equally important. It molds our attitudes, emotions, and behaviors, affecting how we respond to pressure, interact with others, and make Read More…
On Sunday, Turkey’s Supreme Election Council (YSK) officially confirmed Recep Tayyip Erdogan as the winner of the recent presidential election, securing 52.14% of the votes. His main opponent, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, garnered 47.86% of the votes. While Erdogan declared victory and praised Turkey’s democracy, the narrow margin of victory, coupled with widespread dissatisfaction among the populace, Read More…
Halifax Mayor Mike Savage and the Regional Council have declared a state of emergency in the communities affected by the wildfires in Nova Scotia. Uncontrolled wildfires are burning in several parts of the southwestern region, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Over 3,300 acres of land have been consumed by the fires, causing significant damage Read More…
Money can be a scary subject for many people and more so when a person is coming from a background where money was not abundant. As a result, a scarcity mindset is developed with the belief that the money acquired today is more precious than life itself. Sometimes the opposite could also happen where people Read More…
Recently, Candice Bergen, the former Conservative MP and current Co-Chair for the Manitoba PCs made appalling comments about Manitoba youth and children, labelling them as “entitled” and accusing schools and universities of “brainwashing” them. While Bergen issued a statement claiming her comments were taken out of context, this incident further exacerbated the strained relationship between Read More…
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has issued a dire warning about the devastating consequences of a recent cut in food rations for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. Due to critical funding gaps, the World Food Programme (WFP) has been forced to further reduce already dwindling food assistance, with the new cuts taking effect from 1 June Read More…
As the Alberta provincial election looms just two days away, the province is experiencing a significant surge in early voter turnout. Historically, an increase in early voting has often been regarded as an early indicator of a potential government change. The upcoming election presents Albertans with a critical choice: to move forward from the Daniel Read More…
Amang Goes to the Village is a Model Children’s Story Amang, a goat whose adventures are classical animal idioms that express human experiences where a choice must be made between options, freedom, and subjugation. Due out May 27, Namse Udosen’s newest book is in the league of classic children’s stories. But this is common to Read More…
Canada, with its vast coastline, is a seafood lover’s paradise. The Atlantic Provinces and British Columbia’s West Coast offer exceptional seafood dishes that celebrate the country’s maritime heritage. In this showdown, we delve into the battle of flavours, exploring the best seafood dishes from each region and determining which coast reigns supreme. Canada’s Atlantic Provinces: Read More…
A European Investment Bank (EIB) delegation recently embarked on a week-long visit to Uganda to engage with key stakeholders and discuss potential investment opportunities in the country. Led by Edward Claessen, the Head of the EIB Regional Hub for Eastern Africa, the delegation aimed to explore avenues for collaboration and growth, supporting the European Union’s Read More…
In a recent interview, Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, publicly declined to obtain NSICOP (National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians) Top Secret Security Clearance. Poilievre’s remarks have stirred controversy, particularly as he suggested that two Conservative Party Members of Parliament (MPs), Alex Ruff and Rob Morrison, already have access Read More…
