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Union applauds city’s first step to full safety shields for Transit drivers

The union for Winnipeg Transit workers is thrilled the city has taken a step toward installing full enclosures to protect drivers from being attacked. “This will give closure to what […]

  • Winnipeg Transit Union pleased with city's decision to install full enclosures for drivers.
  • $2.75 million allocated for full-shield dividers after councillors' motion.
  • Pilot project to equip nine buses with full shields while preparing for fleet-wide installation.

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Canada unveils new Ukraine support package during Zelenskyy visit

Canada offered support on Thursday, September 10, 2026, to boost Ukraine’s air defences and help replenish its drone stocks, as the countries pledged to deepen their alliance during a visit by…

  • Canada unveils C$350 million support package for Ukraine
  • Prime Minister Mark Carney assures Ukraine of Canada's support
  • 30% of new Canadian drones directed towards Ukraine battlefield

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Israel prepares for effects of 'Godzilla' El Niño with Health Ministry drills

El Niño typically peaks around December, but Israelis could see more rain and flooding in early autumn because of the strength of this year's weather event.

  • Health Ministry in Israel conducted a drill for Godzilla El Niño effects.
  • El Niño could be the strongest on record, potentially raising global temps over 1.5°C.
  • Drill tested readiness for floods, snowfall, wind, and health impacts like rabies.

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Is tourism 'bubble' turning Japan's sacred Mount Koya into a 'theme park'?

KOYA, Wakayama -- On the solemn mountaintop in Koya, Wakayama Prefecture, a sacred Buddhist site popular with inbound visitors to Japan, a walk throug

  • Mount Koya, a Buddhist site, has become a tourist hotspot.
  • Lodging prices have surged, with some costing over 400,000 yen per night.
  • The influx of tourists has reduced the number of temple parishioners.

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Traditional crafts artisans team up in Kyoto-Vienna exhibits

KYOTO (Kyodo) -- Following an exhibition held in Kyoto during the 2025 Osaka Expo, traditional artisans from Vienna and Kyoto are strengthening ties,

  • Vienna and Kyoto artisans collaborate in Kyoto exhibition during Osaka Expo 2025.
  • Traditional crafts like Kyoto-style paper umbrellas and Nishijin-ori silk showcased.
  • Austrian carpenter inspired by Japanese kintsugi art after transport damage.

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2nd suspect arrested in 2022 murder of Ding Ping Wang, also charged in separate shooting

Toronto police say they’ve arrested a second suspect in the 2022 shooting death of Ding Ping Wang and have also charged him with attempted murder in a separate, non-fatal shooting months later.

  • Toronto police arrest second suspect in 2022 Ding Ping Wang murder.
  • Justin Longshaw charged with first-degree murder in Wang's death.
  • Christopher Atkins-Price charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder.

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Generic over-the-counter pain reliever recalled due to ‘foreign material’

A generic over-the-counter pain reliever sold in pharmacies across Canada is being recalled due to what the manufacturer says is the presence of “foreign material.” Teva Canada Limited says one lot of…

  • Canadian recall initiated for Novo-Gesic Forte 500 mg acetaminophen tablets
  • Lot #100083040 batch contains phenolic resin or epoxy
  • Consumers advised to stop use and return to pharmacy
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