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Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17

Monster storm across the US sparks threat of tornadoes and fire, killing at least 17

The threat of violent tornadoes in parts of the U.S. proved deadly as well as destructive as whipping winds moved east into the Mississippi Valley and Deep South on Saturday, with at least 17 people killed and scores of homes decimated.
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Carney orders review of F-35 fighter jet purchase from U.S.’s Lockheed Martin

Carney orders review of F-35 fighter jet purchase from U.S.’s Lockheed Martin

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked for a review of Canada’s plan to purchase a fleet of F-35 fighter jets. The deal with Lockheed Martin and the U.S. government is for 88 planes at a cost of about US$85 million each.
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Lewis Hamilton 8th in qualifying in Ferrari debut as Norris takes pole for F1 race in Australia

Lewis Hamilton 8th in qualifying in Ferrari debut as Norris takes pole for F1 race in Australia

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — McLaren locked up the front row in Melbourne for Sunday’s Australian Grand Prix, having dominated its rivals, including Red Bull, Mercedes, and Ferrari — whose drivers, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton , will start from
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Swiss ski star Odermatt secures overall and GS World Cup titles in race won by teammate Meillard

Swiss ski star Odermatt secures overall and GS World Cup titles in race won by teammate Meillard

HAFJELL, Norway (AP) — Swiss ski star Marco Odermatt didn't win the race, but he did earn two crystal globes and set a national record in Alpine skiing on Saturday.
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Eye to the future: Museum reno, expansion work 'coming along well'

Eye to the future: Museum reno, expansion work 'coming along well'

'The innovation gallery space allows us to bring back a whole bunch of artifacts that haven’t been on display for a while,' says Simcoe County Museum curator
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The power of greens: The best leafy vegetables for brain and heart health

The power of greens: The best leafy vegetables for brain and heart health

Packed with vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting properties, leafy greens are some of the most powerful foods you can eat—especially as you age. Discover the best greens to add to your diet and how they can benefit your overall health.
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THOMPSON, Rose Marie (nee Sheppard)

THOMPSON, Rose Marie (nee Sheppard)

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital on March 4th, at the age of 77 years.
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Canada's Homan beats Lithuania, falls to Scotland on opening day at women's worlds

Canada's Homan beats Lithuania, falls to Scotland on opening day at women's worlds

UIJEONGBU-SI — The Canadian team skipped by Rachel Homan split its first two games Saturday at the LGT world women's curling championship.
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Francesco Friedrich of Germany wins 16th world bobsled championship, taking 4-man in Lake Placid

Francesco Friedrich of Germany wins 16th world bobsled championship, taking 4-man in Lake Placid

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (AP) — Francesco Friedrich won every championship he could in bobsledding this season.
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Localized flooding possible as GTA faces wet, windy weekend

Localized flooding possible as GTA faces wet, windy weekend

TORONTO — With the Greater Toronto Area expected to see rain throughout the weekend, authorities are warning of potentially hazardous conditions near rivers or other bodies of water.
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