CASTANET Ottawa
Ottawa news
- Health-care workers in Prince Edward County reach tentative agreement with public health unit
The union representing front-line health-care workers in Hastings and Prince Edward counties says it has reached a tentative agreement with the local public health unit after a 10-day strike.
- The city of Ottawa wants to hear your thoughts on tree girth
The city of Ottawa is seeking public input on a plan to bring the tree protection bylaw in the suburbs in line with the urban core.
- Thousand Islands Bridge maintenance could cause cross-border delays Wednesday
The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority is warning cross-border travellers of possible delays this week.
- One dead after driver strikes two pedestrians in Sandy Hill
Ottawa police say a woman in her 40s is dead after a driver struck her and another person in Sandy Hill.
- Impressive Senators pounce on Panthers 4-2
The Senators defeated the Florida Panthers 4-2 on Sunday for their fourth win in five games.
sports
- Ex-MLB pitcher, woman who accused him of assault in 2021, settle legal dispute
Former major league pitcher Trevor Bauer and a woman who accused him of beating and sexually assaulting her in 2021 have settled their legal dispute, Bauer's attorneys said Monday.
- David Beckham reflects on highs and lows in documentary, calls it an 'emotional rollercoaster'
David Beckham delves back into the hateful treatment he received following his infamous 1998 World Cup red card - and its impact on him - in a new Netflix documentary series pegged to the 10th anniversary of his retirement.
- Francis Lee, former Manchester City and England striker, dies at 79
Francis Lee, the former Manchester City and England striker, has died. He was 79. Lee's death was announced on Monday by City, where he was also its chairman in the 1990s after retiring from playing soccer.
- Raptors president Masai Ujiri on Knicks lawsuit: 'Go figure'
Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri is dismissive of a lawsuit brought against his team by the rival New York Knicks.
- Spain's women's team players Putellas, Rodriguez and Paredes appear before a judge in Rubiales probe
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas and two of her teammates on Spain's women's national team appeared before a judge Monday as witnesses in the investigation of former soccer federation president Luis Rubiales for kissing a player on the lips.
entertainment
- David Beckham reflects on highs and lows in documentary, calls it an 'emotional rollercoaster'
David Beckham delves back into the hateful treatment he received following his infamous 1998 World Cup red card - and its impact on him - in a new Netflix documentary series pegged to the 10th anniversary of his retirement.
- A second U.K. police force is looking into allegations of sexual offences committed by Russell Brand
A second British police force is looking into sexual offences allegedly committed by actor and comedian Russell Brand, British media reported Monday.
- Beyonce, like Taylor, is heading to movie theaters with a new film
A documentary chronicling Beyonce's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.
- Taylor Swift watches Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets at MetLife Stadium
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field. The 12-time Grammy Award winner arrived at MetLife Stadium about 40 minutes before kickoff Sunday night to watch Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs take on the New York Jets.
science & tech
- Sam Bankman-Fried must now convince a jury that the former crypto king was not a crook
For a while, Sam Bankman-Fried tried to convince politicians and the public that he was the next J.P. Morgan. Now, he has to convince a jury that he wasn't, in reality, the next Bernie Madoff.
- Scientist rediscover bat that hasn't been seen in 100 years
After first being captured over a century ago, scientists have re-discovered a species of bat that hasn't been seen since 1916.
- Endangered red wolf can make it in the wild, but not without `significant' help, study says
The endangered red wolf can survive in the wild, but only with "significant additional management intervention," according to a long-awaited population viability analysis released Friday.
- Man arrested in killing of Baltimore tech entrepreneur Pava LaPere was released from prison in 2022
The man arrested Thursday in the killing of a Baltimore tech entrepreneur was released from prison last year after serving a shortened sentence for a 2013 rape and was suspected in another rape days before the slaying last week, police said.
- Did the pandemic change the way we treat others? We want to hear from you
In a country known for its kindness, have Canadians started to change? Some say there's been a decline in the way we treat others since the pandemic. We want to hear your thoughts.
- Diwali fireworks advisory issued despite warnings it might be discriminatory: emails
An Environment Canada advisory that singled out Diwali fireworks as a reason to prepare for poor air quality last October was issued despite multiple warnings from some staff about it being discriminatory.
- Military withdraws final charge against Lt.-Gen. Steven Whelan
The Canadian military has withdrawn the one remaining conduct charge against Lt.-Gen. Steven Whelan, ending the court martial that was slated to run the rest of the week.
- Half of millennials and Gen Z living paycheque-to-paycheque in Canada while stressing about climate crisis: survey
Struggling under the rising cost of living and an ever mounting fear of the climate crisis, young Canadians don’t see a positive future for themselves right now, according to a recent national survey.
- Quebec public-sector unions continue to see strong support for strike mandates
Quebec's public sector workers continue to give their unions strong backing to go on strike if they're unable to successfully negotiate new contracts with the provincial government, the federations said at about the half-way point of the voting process.
- Brazil's government starts expelling thousands of people from two Amazon Indigenous territories
Brazil's government on Monday began removing people from two Indigenous territories in a move that will affect thousands who live in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
- UN Security Council votes to send Kenya-led multinational force to Haiti to fight violent gangs
The UN Security Council on Monday voted to send a multinational force to Haiti led by Kenya to help combat violent gangs in the troubled Caribbean country.
- Kentucky man linked to Breonna Taylor case arrested on drug charges
A Kentucky man who was the target of a series of police drug raids that led to the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor in 2020 has been arrested in Louisville on several drug-related charges.
- North Dakota state senator, his wife and 2 kids killed in Utah plane crash
A state senator from North Dakota, his wife and their two young children died when the small plane they were travelling in crashed in Utah, a Senate leader said Monday.
- 10 people are dead after Mexico church roof collapses. No more survivors believed buried in rubble
The collapse of a church roof during a mass in northern Mexico has killed at least 10 people and injured 60, and searchers said Monday that no further people were believed to be trapped in the wreckage.
- Federal Court of Appeal rules against Google in privacy law case
The Federal Court of Appeal has rejected an attempt by Google to overturn a decision that found the company's search engine is covered by Canada's privacy law, marking another victory for people seeking a digital 'right to be forgotten.'
- Arajet latest entrant to Canada's crowded budget airline market
Arajet, a discount airline based in the Dominican Republic, says it will launch flights between that country and Toronto and Montreal this fall.
- McDonald's, Wendy's defeat lawsuit over size of burgers
McDonald's and Wendy's have defeated a lawsuit accusing them of deceiving hungry diners by exaggerating the size of their burgers.
- Malaysians urged not to panic-buy local rice after import prices for the staple rise substantially
Malaysia's government on Monday reassured the country there is sufficient rice in the market and urged people not to hoard locally produced rice after recent panic-buying led to empty shelves in supermarkets and grocery stores nationwide.
- Homeowners brace for mortgage payment shock amid higher-for-longer rate outlook
From ultra-low interest rates that led to a huge spike in real estate demand to the speed with which interest rates shot up to levels not seen in a generation, it's been hard to keep up with the shifting landscape for mortgage holders.
travel
- Best Chinese food: 32 dishes every traveler should try
With one of the world's most diverse food scenes, China makes it nearly impossible to put together one single list that truly encompasses the "best" Chinese dishes.
- 20 best German foods
German food is rich, hearty and diverse. It's comfort eating with high-quality, often locally sourced ingredients.
- All the restaurants Stanley Tucci visited in season two of 'Searching for Italy'
After watching the wanderlust-inducing "Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy," you'll undoubtedly be hungry.
- This man built a plane for his family in his garden
It wasn't until he moved near to an airfield in the UK over a decade ago that mechanical engineer Ashok Aliseril Thamarakshan began to seriously consider learning to fly a plane.
- Ritz-Carlton's $6,400-a-week luxury superyacht cruise has finally set sail
Ritz-Carlton's highly-anticipated superyacht cruise has finally made its debut, three and a half years after its maiden voyage was originally scheduled to begin.
- The Italian village with the 'elixir' of healthy life
It's a place of terraced lemon groves, a paradoxically warm mountain breeze, and a powerful fat-killing gene carried by a few lucky residents.
life hacks
- Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Vehicle Recalls in Canada
According to Carfax, approximately one in five vehicles on Canadian roads have safety recalls, meaning the model’s vehicle manufacturer has identified a potential safety risk. However, many drivers are unaware that their car is affected. What is a Vehicle Recall? Recalls are safety related and can be issued to notify registered owners there may be The post Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Vehicle Recalls in Canada appeared first on GOOD HANDS Blog.
- 12 Ways to Prep Your Home for Fall
When it comes to preparing your home for the season, we typically focus on summer and winter maintenance. However, fall makes for a perfect opportunity to get your house in order ahead of winter. Don’t know where to start? Well, let the Good Hands Advice team provide you with some tips to help get you The post 12 Ways to Prep Your Home for Fall appeared first on GOOD HANDS Blog.
- 12 Fun Activities for the Family to Do This Fall
Despite being born in the summer, I must admit fall is my favourite season. The scenery at this time is unmatched and with the temperature slowly dropping it’s a great time to wear your most comfortable knitted sweaters and sip on some warm beverages (and yes, I am a sucker for a Pumpkin Spiced Latte The post 12 Fun Activities for the Family to Do This Fall appeared first on GOOD HANDS Blog.
food&drink
- You’re Supposed To Wash Your Bananas Before Peeling Them. Here’s Why.
Have you been doing it wrong this whole time?
- 10 Recipes That Lit Up Instagram In September
Tiramisu trifle, brioche French toast, chopped salad and a puff pastry pizza with a twist.
- 8 Chef-Approved Salad Dressings You Can Find At The Grocery Store
Bottled isn't always bad.
- 7 Signs Food Safety Experts Check Before Eating At A Food Truck
Well-run food trucks can (and should) maintain the same standards of hygiene, cleanliness and proper temperature storage as full-scale restaurants.
- 6 Dangerous Multicooker Mistakes, According To Food Safety Experts
Attention, fans of air fryers, slow cookers and electric pressure cookers.
lifestyle
- Did the pandemic change the way we treat others? We want to hear from you
In a country known for its kindness, have Canadians started to change? Some say there's been a decline in the way we treat others since the pandemic. We want to hear your thoughts.
- New study shows where you fall on new internet addiction spectrum
Researchers have come up with categories for people who are addicted to the internet and for those who are at risk.
- Mexico's rescue and drug-sniffing dogs start out at the army's puppy kindergarten
- Work starts on turning Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Austria into a police station
Work started Monday on turning the house in Austria where Adolf Hitler was born in 1889 into a police station, a project meant to make it unattractive as a site of pilgrimage for people who glorify the Nazi dictator.
- Chair hogs, dining divas and boorish boozers: Is cruising etiquette lost at sea?
When it comes to uncouth, uncultured and downright unacceptable behaviour on ships, experts in travel etiquette and cruising have seen it all. They share plenty of bad behaviours for passengers to avoid (and good ones they should emulate).