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Lumbering Toward Change: Trump's Wood Industry Shift

March 2, 2025

The president recently made a big move to boost domestic lumber production. He signed a couple of actions aimed at increasing the amount of wood available in the U. S. and making it easier for companies to get their hands on it. One of the key points is to speed up the process of getting permits to

politics

Lumber War: Trump Targets Canadian Imports

March 2, 2025

The US President has decided to look into whether foreign lumber is being sold too cheaply in the US. This could lead to new taxes or limits on imports. Canada is the main target, as it sends a lot of lumber to the US. The US has already put taxes on Canadian lumber, but this new move could make thi

health

Flu Shots: How Well Did They Work This Year?

February 28, 2025

Influenza vaccines for the 2024-2025 season showed promising results in preventing flu-related illnesses and hospital visits. Kids and teens saw a 32% to 60% reduction in outpatient flu cases and a 63% to 78% reduction in flu-related hospitalizations. Adults weren't far behind, with outpatient flu c

crime

Searching for Justice: Hope in a Landfill

February 27, 2025

In a grim but hopeful turn of events, authorities in Manitoba, Canada, announced a significant development in a heart-wrenching case. They found what could be the remains of two Indigenous women, Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran. These women were tragically murdered by a serial killer. This discover

politics

Trump's Cabinet Meeting: A Fact Check Frenzy

February 27, 2025

During a recent Cabinet meeting, President Trump shared some surprising claims. He said the US gave Ukraine $350 billion in aid, while Europe only gave $100 billion. But experts say that's not true. Europe actually gave more, about $259 billion, while the US gave around $125 billion. The US did give

politics

NATO Drills Amid Trump's Ukraine Shift

February 26, 2025

Near Romania's border with Ukraine, NATO's Allied Reaction Force (ARF) recently held large-scale military exercises. These drills, known as Steadfast Dart 25, involved tanks, fighter jets, and other military units from nine allied countries. These exercises showcased NATO's ability to respond swiftl

science

A Horse in Canada Has a Rare Parasite

February 25, 2025

Horses around the world can be infected by many types of parasites. One of these parasites is a type of worm called a strongyle. There are 64 different types of these worms that can infect horses. These worms live in the horse's gut and can cause problems. Some of these worms are very common, but ot

health

Alone and at Risk: How Gender Plays a Role in Drug Use in Vancouver

February 24, 2025

Vancouver, Canada, is grappling with a major issue: deadly drug overdoses. Public health experts have been shouting from the rooftops about the risks of using drugs alone. When someone is by themselves, it's much harder for anyone to help if something goes wrong. But many people still do it. Why? We

sports

Ice Hockey's Big Showdown: A Surprise Hit

February 22, 2025

The recent hockey tournament, featuring Canada, the United States, Sweden, and Finland, exceeded all expectations. This one-off event, dubbed the 4 Nations Face-Off, was a trimmed-down version of a World Cup of Hockey. It was a massive success, drawing in tens of millions of viewers across North Ame

politics

Trump's Second Term: A New Era of Tough Talk and Action

February 22, 2025

Trump's second term has kicked off with a bang, showing the world that the United States is ready to take a tougher stance on global issues. Less than a month in, the administration has already made waves with its aggressive foreign policy. Trump is sending a clear message: the U. S. will not tolera