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CANADA.COM

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    canada.com

  • An end to Oakland and Auckland airport mixups?
    An airport in the California city of Oakland is proposing a name change that would help stop it being confused with a city 10,000 km away in the South Pacific. The air hub in San Francisco Bay is regularly confused with a similar-sounding terminal in Auckland, the largest city in... Read more »
  • Spain's ‘Shade tax’ could cost diners $15 for seeking relief from sun
    Sheltering from the sun in Spain could soon leave unsuspecting vacationers in the shade — at least financially. Under a new law being introduced in Andalusia, one of the country’s hottest and driest regions, restaurateurs will be allowed to charge an extra levy for diners who want to sit outside... Read more »
  • ‘Smooch cabins’ on German trains  put premium on privacy
    New frosted-glass compartments on Germany’s high-speed trains that promise privacy for “confidential conversations” have been dubbed “smooch cabins” by its biggest-selling newspaper. The tabloid Bild noted the opaque windows provide perfect cover for couples seeking an intimate moment while hurtling along Germany’s new-look Intercity Express (ICE) trains. Roughly two metres... Read more »
  • Seeing how jamón gets made in the heartland of Spanish pork
    ARACENA, Spain – “How do you like the ham?” asked Manolo Romero de la Ossa, the owner of Casas, a popular restaurant here in Andalusia. All week long around the village of Jabugo, my wife and I had been eating jamón Ibérico de bellota, the sweet, nutty, salty and creamy... Read more »
  • 'Coolcation’ trend sends overheated vacationers north to Sweden
    Sweden is cashing in on the “coolcation” phenomenon with a 21 per cent increase in search inquiries among overseas travellers, it’s tourism board reports. Deemed by Condé Nast Traveler magazine to be one of the key trends for this year, “coolcationing” emphasizes travel to destinations with less blistering temperatures and... Read more »
  • A trip to the last Blockbuster on Earth
    BEND, Ore. – My family used to go to Blockbuster every Friday. Walking to the store on 19th Street and First Avenue in Manhattan, we’d wander through the aisles of DVDs, negotiating what to rent for our weekly ritual of making pizzas and watching movies, and I’d try to sweet-talk... Read more »
  • The marvels of Melbourne
    There is plenty to see and do in Australia’s must-see destination... Read more »

THE TEXAS TRIBUNE

EXPATICA SAOEDIE-ARABIË

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NEW EUROPE

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CHICAGO SUN TIMES

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    Chicago Sun Times

  • Horoscope for Saturday, April 27, 2024
    Moon AlertThere are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions. The moon is in Sagittarius.Aries (March 21-April 19)Feelings of escapism might push you to travel suddenly or do something different. Certainly, you can explore your own neighborhood or your own city to grab a little adventure and excitement. With Venus... Read more »
  • Columbia protesters say they're at an impasse with administrators, will continue anti-war camp
    Pro-Palestinian demonstration encampment at Columbia University on Friday.Yuki Iwamura/Associated Press NEW YORK — Columbia University students who inspired pro-Palestinian demonstrations across the country said Friday that they reached an impasse with administrators and intend to continue their encampment until their demands are met.The announcement after two days of exhaustive negotiations... Read more »
  • Chris Flexen deals as White Sox snap seven-game losing streak
    White Sox starter Chris Flexen threw five scoreless innings in Friday’s win over the Rays.Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images White Sox starter Chris Flexen delivered his best start of the season, throwing five scoreless innings in a 9-4 victory Friday against the Rays. He allowed two hits and three walks while striking... Read more »
  • Cubs visit Fenway Park for the first time since 2017: 'Awesome, historic'
    BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 26: Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates with manager Craig Counsell after scoring a run against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning at Fenway Park on April 26, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. Maddie Meyer/Getty BOSTON – Cubs president of baseball operations Jed... Read more »
  • How Cubs' Shota Imanaga helped steady a rotation tested by injuries
    Cubs starting pitcher Shota Imanaga throws against the Boston Red Sox on Friday. Michael Dwyer/AP BOSTON — Cubs vice president of pro scouting Andrew Bassett dropped a book with Japanese characters across the cover on president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer’s desk Thursday.Hoyer couldn’t read it. The pages inside were... Read more »
  • Hundreds join pro-Palestinian protests at Chicago universities; Northwestern encampment continues for 2nd night
    University of Chicago students, faculty members and their supporters protest and march around the South Side campus on Friday.Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times Students and faculty from several Chicago colleges and universities held pro-Palestinian protests Friday in an effort to show solidarity with demonstrations that have been roiling campuses across the country, including... Read more »
  • Arrest warrant issued for Aurora man charged with killing Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca
    Officer Luis Huesca, a six-year veteran of the Chicago Police Department, was killed early Sunday. At the police academy, he was a classmate of Officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso, who was killed in the line of duty last year.Chicago Police Department An arrest warrant was issued Friday for an Aurora man charged... Read more »

CENTRAL MAINE

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    Central Maine

  • 31st New England Pan Festival set for May 4, 5
    Steel drum bands from throughout Maine and New Hampshire plan to gather to perform and celebrate the unique sounds of the steel drum, also known as the steel pan, or pan. The two-day festival, hosted by Augusta’s own Vintage Steel — a local community steel pan ensemble of retirees, kicks... Read more »
  • Maine Pottery Tour set for May 4, 5
    The Maine Pottery Tour is set for Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, throughout the state. This self-guided tour features more than 70 pottery studios, the largest tour to date, across the state which will open their doors, welcoming visitors to step into the world of handcrafted ceramics. The... Read more »
  • Spring Pops Concerts set for May 3, 4 in Winthrop
    The performances will feature the KPAC Chorus, Wind Ensemble & Jazz Band.... Read more »
  • Death Notice: Chris Jeffrey Burgess
    Burgess, Chris Jeffrey 64, April 19, 2024, at home. ...... Read more »
  • Death Notice: Gareth Henry Gilman
    Gilman, Gareth Henry 83, of Athens, March 24, 2024. Service, Mt. Rest Cemetery, Athens, July 13, 2 p.m. ...... Read more »
  • Obituary: Chris Jeffrey Burgess
    BELGRADE - Chris Jeffrey Burgess, 64, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at his home. Chris was born on Oct. ...... Read more »
  • Death Notice: Jacka Louise Beckwith
    Beckwith, Jacka Louise (Manelick) 83, Feb. 11, 2024, in Auburn. Committal ceremony, Maine Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, Augusta, May 2, noon. ...... Read more »

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WINDSOR STAR

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  • Dilikens will not veto Windsor council's decision on downtown revamp
    Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens says he will respect council’s decision on new plans to revive downtown — including his proposal to pay for it by reopening the city’s budget. In an interview on Friday, Dilkens told the Star he will not veto any council-approved amendments to a mayoral decision on... Read more »
  • Brown-John: Colonel Talbot — SW Ontario's first autocratic despot
    By: Lloyd Brown-John In both politics and organizational theory the exercise of power is key. Power may be exercised with consent, through consensus building, through force of will and even through simple coercion or force. We have recent examples of power being exercised with force, including Vladimir Putin’s Russia, Kim... Read more »
  • Demand softens for Windsor area industrial space
    Demand in the Windsor industrial real estate market slowed in the first quarter of 2024 with the availability rate creeping above the national average to 3.85 per cent. There was a rise of 101 basis points in the availability rate compared to the final quarter of 2023 and the year-over-year... Read more »
  • What you need to know about Windsor's 'strong mayor' powers
    On Tuesday (April 23), Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens announced new initiatives to revitalize downtown. To pay for it, he’s re-opening the city’s recently approved 2024 operating budget and adding $3.2 million in new spending. The move, which would see municipal property taxes rise another 0.7 per cent — to 4.61... Read more »
  • Julien's House opens in Windsor, helping more people deal with grief
    After struggling through grief and loss with no one to talk to, it’s bittersweet comfort for Kaitlyn Dyer to know that no one else must endure the same.   Julien’s House, a charity providing grief support, celebrated the formal ribbon cutting Friday for the Nick Dyer Clubhouse in Windsor.  The... Read more »
  • Amherstburg to explore public boat ramp at Walter Ranta park
    Over staff warnings about the high cost, Amherstburg council voted this week to study ways to proceed with a public boat launch at Walter Ranta Memorial Park.  The decision came during a council meeting Monday after Rodney Ferriss, president of the AMA Sportsmen Association, spoke of the need. An administration report... Read more »
  • Local roundup: Piroski to return as head coach of 73's
    Tony Piroski will return as head coach of the Essex 73’s for the 2024-25 season. The 69-year-old Piroski came out of  coaching retirement in December to guide the 73’s to within a single victory of capturing the Bill Stobbs Division title in the Provincial Junior Hockey League. “No matter what... Read more »

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