Russia Set to Launch New International Space Station Module
The Russian module for the International Space Station has been long-delayed but will launch later this month. The head of the country’s space corporation said today that the launch date has been pushed back several days. Roscosmos director Dmitry Rogozin tweeted that the module is scheduled to launch July 21 from the Russian launch facility […]
Spectators not Allowed at Olympics – Tokyo Still Under State of Emergency
The Tokyo Olympics set to start in two weeks has banned fans from watching events in person. The announcement was made Thursday by the Olympic Minister Tamayo Marukawa as regions in Japan are under a state of emergency. The decision came from the International Olympic Committee and Japanese organizers, so the games can only be […]
Tampa Bay Lightning Win the Stanley Cup 2 Years in a Row
After the win last night over the Montreal Canadiens, the Lightning took the series 4-1 to become back-to-back Stanley Cup champions. The NHL commissioner called over the entire Tampa team to touch, kiss, and hoist the Stanley Cup. It was a moment where everyone forgot about the pandemic and just felt pure joy. This exceptional […]
Over Half of Adults in Ontario are Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
More than half the adults living in Ontario have received two doses of a Health Canada approved vaccine. Specifically, on Thursday, officials noted that 51 per cent of people 18 and up are fully vaccinated. Around 79 per cent of adults in the province have been injected with at least one dose. Health Minister Christine […]
Fruit Crops ‘Cook’ on the Branches in Scorching B.C. Heat Wave
The heat wave that affected Western Canada last week had a devastating impact on fruit crops. In the Okanagan and Fraser valleys, lots of fruit crops were damaged from being stranded in the heat. According to farmers in B.C., up to 75 per cent of some fruits were too damaged to sell fresh. The regions […]
Suez Canal Releases Massive Cargo Ship After Settlement Deal
The Ever Given cargo ship is finally on the move after being held for over three months over financial disputes. Authorities in Egypt announced Wednesday that the vessel blocking the Suez Canal is released. The ship left the canal’s Great Bitter Lake, where it was stagnant for several months. The ship’s release comes after its […]
Shorter Working Week Trials in Iceland Considered an ‘Overwhelming Success’
Researchers in Iceland conducted a study to see the effects of a shorter working week on a group of people. The results were an “overwhelming success” according to the researchers. The trials were run by Reykjavík City Council and the national government. Public sector employers were used in two large trials between 2015 and 2019 […]
Canada’s Wonderland Open to Public for First Time Since 2019
Canada’s Wonderland has opened its gates to the general public this morning. It has been nearly two years since the amusement and water parks were forced to close due to the pandemic. Step 2 of the provinces’ reopening plan gave the amusement park the green light to open, so they took it. The park located […]
Where to Locate a Pop-up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in Toronto Today
There will be dozens of vaccination sites operating in Toronto today, with additional pop-up sites where people can get a shot without an appointment. Most of the clinics will be available to those 12 years and older who work or live in select postal codes. Many of the sites will also be offering second doses. […]
Ontario Education Minister Reveals What School’s Could Allow in September
As the government continues its reopening plan, they look to a normalized education experience for students in the province. This could mean the return of extracurricular activities, sports teams, and clubs could be offered at schools again. Stephen Lecce, the Education Minister said that schools will also return to full-time, in-class learning by September. During […]