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The Canadian PressBillions of bottles: Canadian statistics paint grim picture of plastic litter problem
OTTAWA — New Canadian data suggest that over a nine-year period between 2012 and 2020, the equivalent of more 15 billion plastic bottles and as many as 14 billion plastic grocery bags became litter in Canada's environment. The data come as Canadian negotiators are at an Ottawa convention centre with peers from 174 other countries trying to hammer out a global agreement to eliminate plastic waste. The numbers are part of a new dataset Statistics Canada compiled to support the federal government's
- The Telegraph
Labour MP who accused Israel of genocide could have the whip restored within days
An MP suspended by Labour after accusing Israel of genocide in a post about Holocaust Memorial Day is set to have the whip restored within days.
- Investor's Business Daily
IBM Strikes $6.4 Billion Deal For HashiCorp, But 'Slower Start' To Year Dings Stock
IBM stock slipped after the computing giant reported first quarter earnings ahead of expectations, with sales slightly below.
- Engadget
Our favorite budget webcam is 20 percent off right now
The Anker PowerConf C200 webcam is 20 percent off right now via Amazon or directly from the company. This brings the price down to $48.
- The Independent
Watch as MeToo founder reacts to Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 conviction being overturned
Watch as MeToo Founder Tarana Burke reacts to Harvey Weinstein’s conviction being overturned. Weinstein's 2020 conviction for sexual assault and rape was overturned by New York's highest court on Thursday 25 April, reopening the landmark case that launched the #MeToo movement and highlighting the challenges of holding powerful men accountable. In a bitterly divided 4-3 decision, the state Court of Appeals said the trial judge made a critical mistake by letting women testify that Weinstein assaulted them, even though their accusations were not part of the charges he faced.
- The Guardian
Reform UK’s Blackpool byelection candidate denies wrongdoing amid charity probe
Charity Commission opens a ‘compliance case’ into the soup kitchen founded by Mike Butcher, following allegations about its use during his campaign
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Chipotle Q1 earnings: Three biggest takeaways for consumers
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) delivered a robust first-quarter earnings report, beating analyst expectations on both the top and bottom lines. Yahoo Finance Reporter Brooke DiPalma joins Wealth! to discuss the top three key takeaways that consumers should be aware of following the company's results. Yahoo Finance also spoke to Chipotle CFO Jack Hartung earlier this morning on the restaurant's earnings figures. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Wealth! This post was written by Angel Smith
- Kansas City Star
KC Royals recall pitcher Will Klein, give update on Alec Marsh, who was put on IL
Manager Matt Quatraro explained the Royals’ decision to place Alec Marsh on the 10-day injured list and recall right-hander Will Klein.
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Tarrant County DA appeals ruling that overturned Crystal Mason’s illegal voting conviction
Mason’s illegal voting conviction was overturned in March by the Texas Second Court of Appeals.
- Yahoo News
TikTok parent company ByteDance has no plans to sell app after Biden signed bill that includes potential ban. Here's the latest.
The company made the announcement on Thursday.
- Business Insider
Couple renovating their kitchen finds $75,000 treasure trove of 17th-century coins
A UK couple discovered a 17th-century coin trove worth $75,000 under the kitchen floor while renovating their farmhouse.
- PA Media: UK News
Tata confirms it will shut Port Talbot blast furnaces after rejecting union plan
Unions and Labour criticised the decision, warning it will have a devastating effect on the steel industry and Welsh economy.
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State troopers arrest man who barricaded himself inside home during armed standoff
A 22-year-old man was arrested by state troopers after an armed standoff in Milford overnight.
- PA Media: Money
Climate protesters target BP and Drax shareholder meetings
The energy companies both held their annual general meetings on Thursday.
- The Independent
Trump loses latest bid for new E Jean Carroll defamation trial
A federal court denied former president Donald Trump’s request to have a new trial related to the charges that he defamed writer E Jean Carroll, who accused him of sexual assault. The US District Court for the Southern District of New York handed down the denial on Thursday after Mr Trump had sought a new trial. In May 2023, a jury found Mr Trump liable for sexually abusing Ms Carroll.
- KETV - Omaha Videos
Man identified as victim of deadly house fire in Iowa
A 63-year-old man died in a house fire in Pottawattamie County, officials said.
- The Independent
SNP leader Humza Yousaf’s fate in the balance as former coalition partners say they will vote to oust him
The SNP leader future could be decided by ex-party colleague who he said was ‘no great loss’ when she defected to Alex Salmond’s Alba
- Miami Herald
‘When’s the wedding?’ Donald Trump Jr. posts about anniversary, and folks had questions
The couple have six kids between them
- Kansas City Star
Park worker saves ‘adorable’ puppy found stuffed in drawstring bag, Ohio cops say
Authorities said the distinct markings on the motorcycle helmet bag the puppy was left in could help identify a suspect.
- USA TODAY
Watch a little boy smile at hearing his parents speak with the help of cochlear implants
Three-year-old Nate had never heard his parent's voices clearly until he was fitted with cochlear implants.