Alberta education minister releases new guidelines for school seclusion rooms
by EDMONTON — Alberta’s education minister says seclusion rooms in schools will not be banned, but only used as a last resort when a student poses …
U.S. Supreme Court’s Ginsburg honored for women’s, human rights work
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Inside an elite gathering in downtown Manhattan, investors discuss recession fears, yachts, and climate change — ‘whether you believe in it or not’
Inside a bright room lined with exposed brick on the third floor of a downtown Manhattan townhouse, members of the investment community sipped cucumber-and-mint-infused water …
Ecuador’s indigenous group says government talks on hold due to ‘persecution’
QUITO — Ecuador’s indigenous movement said on Wednesday that it paused talks with President Lenin Moreno because of the government’s “persecution” of the group’s leaders …
Butler misses Heat debut due to personal reasons
The Miami Heat debut of Jimmy Butler didn’t happen on Wednesday night after the prized offseason acquisition told the team he wasn’t available to play. …
Man, woman face charges in alleged fraud targeting Polish-speaking seniors
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Police west of Toronto say they’ve made arrests in an alleged fraud case that targeted Polish-speaking seniors. Read More …read more Source:: …
The US may still punish Turkey over Syria and Russian weapons — here’s how it can avoid making things worse
The US on Wednesday lifted sanctions recently imposed on Turkey after Ankara agreed to a permanent ceasefire in Syria. US lawmakers are considering additional sanctions, …
The FTC wants to shut down ‘stalkerware,’ apps that can hide inside people’s phones and spy on their activity
The FTC just brought its first case against a stalkerware app. “Stalkerware” is the term for consumer spyware that gives someone access to another person’s …
Franco exhumation a political game that debases his legacy, grandson says
MADRID — A decision by Spain’s government to remove Francisco Franco’s remains from a state mausoleum is simply an act of political opportunism ahead of …
35 musicians you should see live at least once in your life
There are several musicians that you cannot pass on if you have the chance to see them live. While tickets can be pricey, their performances …
9 iconic stadiums across the world that no longer exist
A good stadium can make or break a sporting event, which is why the best arenas are so well known to fans around the world. …
U.S. says supports Lebanese people’s call for action for economic reform
WASHINGTON — Lebanese people are “rightfully angered” with their government over its refusal to tackle corruption and Washington supports their right to demonstrate peacefully, a …
Tesla stock soars on third-quarter profit report
By Michael Liedtke | Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO — Tesla posted a surprising profit of $143 million in its latest quarter, raising hopes the electric …
Wild All-Star G Dubnyk sidelined after injury
Minnesota Wild goaltender Devan Dubnyk will miss Thursday’s game against the Nashville Predators with an upper-body injury, the team announced Wednesday. Read More …read more …
ATP roundup: Federer coasts into quarters in Basel
Top-seeded Roger Federer cruised to a 6-0, 6-3 victory over Moldova’s Radu Albot on Wednesday in the second round of the Swiss Indoors in Basel. …
Chiefs QB Mahomes returns to limited practice
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes returned to a limited practice session on Wednesday, just six days after dislocating his right kneecap against the Denver …