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CBCSpeed limit rising on another section of 401 in Chatham-Kent
Another stretch of Highway 401 in southwestern Ontario will be getting a new speed limit. The provincial government announced Wednesday that the 110 km/h zone from Windsor to Tilbury is getting extended by seven kilometres.The area is one of 10 sections on 400-series highways that will see speed limits go up by 10 km/h. Highway 403 from Woodstock to Brantford is also on the list.The provincial government started raising 401 speed limits in some areas about five years ago through pilot projects,
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Altria tops first quarter sales on higher pricing, robust demand for smokeless alternatives
Like other tobacco giants, Altria has been revamping its portfolio of products to keep up with consumers switching from traditional tobacco products to vapes or other alternatives and as inflation-hit smokers switched to cheaper brands. The company's net revenue came in at $5.58 billion in the first quarter, topping analyst expectations of $4.71 billion, while profit on an adjusted basis came in line with expectations. Last year, Altria launched a lower-priced version of its flagship Marlboro brand and finalized its acquisition of e-cigarette startup NJOY Holdings, expanding its portfolio to include pod-based vapes.
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Iraq hangs 11 convicted of terrorism in latest mass executions, security officials say
Iraq had hanged 11 militants sentenced to death on terrorism charges, local security officials said on Thursday. The executions were carried out on Monday at a prison in the southern Iraqi city of Nassiriya and all those executed were Iraqi nationals, said a prison police officer and a local security official. They said the 11 men were convicted of joining the Islamic State militant group and taking part in "terrorist actions".
- The State
Using social media to demand the executions of public officials lands SC man in prison
The man called for killing law enforcement officers and their families, as well as taking judges and their families to be “brutalized in the streets,” the U.S. Attorney said.
- Evening Standard
FTSE 100 Live: Index surges on £31bn mining takeover move, US GDP in view, AstraZeneca surges
A £31 billion takeover pursuit and some robust blue-chip updates helped to boost the FTSE 100 index today. Anglo American, whose interests include De Beers and the giant Woodsmith polyhalite project in North Yorkshire, is the target of Australia’s BHP. Meanwhile, shares in Barclays, AstraZeneca and Unilever performed strongly after their first quarter updates.
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Gerry Turner's daughter criticizes fans' response to 'Golden Bachelor' divorce: 'Disheartening'
Gerry Turner's daughter, Angie, says the response to her father's divorce from Theresa Nist has been "disheartening."
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Two police officers deny assaulting 93-year-old disabled man in care home
The Sussex Police officers had attended the unit in St Leonards-on-Sea after a report of a resident with a knife threatening staff in June 2022.
- Evening Standard
Ezra Collective interview: ‘Politicians aren't gonna be the saviour of our communities’
They’re making history as the first jazz act to headline Wembley Arena, and Ezra Collective couldn’t be more thrilled. The London quintet tells Isobel Van Dyke why music is the soul of community
- The Canadian Press
Aircraft maker Bombardier reports Q1 profit and revenue down from year ago
MONTREAL — Bombardier Inc. reported a first-quarter profit of US$110 million, down from a profit of US$302 million a year earlier, as its revenue fell 12 per cent. The Montreal-based aircraft maker, which keeps its books in U.S. dollars, says the profit amounted to US$1.02 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, down from US$2.98 per diluted share in the same quarter last year. Revenue totalled US$1.28 billion, down from US$1.45 billion. The company says it delivered 20 aircraft for th
- The Canadian Press
Teck Resources reports first-quarter profit down from year ago
VANCOUVER — Teck Resources Ltd. reported its first-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago due in part to its reduced ownership in its steelmaking coal business as well as lower copper and zinc prices and higher costs. The Vancouver-based mining company says it earned a profit attributable to shareholders of $343 million or 65 cents per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31. The result compared with a profit of $1.14 billion or $2.18 per diluted share in the same quarter last year. R
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Shoppers say these Skechers Slip-ins are like 'walking on a cloud'
Over 800 people have rated them five-stars for their fit, comfort and durability.
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Rare Fort Worth history on display at this neighborhood store. Call for appointment
This museum-like presentation is a walk back in time. Discover dozens of items found around estate sales in this historical Fort Worth neighborhood.
- Evening Standard
28 Years Later: Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes and Aaron Taylor-Johnson join cast
The sequel to the original movie, which launched Cillian Murphy's career, could see him return, too
- The Telegraph
Duke of Edinburgh pays tribute to fallen Australian and New Zealand troops on Anzac Day
The Duke of Edinburgh has led the nation in commemorating Australia and New Zealand’s war losses during a dawn service marking Anzac Day.
- Investor's Business Daily
Dow Jones Futures Slide 200 Points On Meta Stock Plunge; Google, Microsoft Earnings Next
Stock Market Today: Dow Jones futures slid 200 points as Meta stock plunged on earnings. Google and Microsoft earnings are due next.
- BBC
SNP's power-sharing deal with the Scottish Greens collapses
It follows the government's decision to scrap key climate targets and its response to a review into gender services.
- BBC
Derry City handed suspended partial stadium closure
An independent disciplinary committee issue Derry City a suspended partial closure of the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.
- The Guardian
Teacher intervened in stabbing incident at Welsh school, brother says
Senedd member Cefin Campbell says brother Darrel acted instinctively in ‘very, very challenging situation’
- The Independent
Trump campaign accused of breaking federal law by hiding millions in legal payments
The Campaign Legal Center watchdog is asking the Federal Election Commission to investigate the payments immediately