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Seismic change in Botswana as party that ruled for 58 years loses power

Seismic change in Botswana as party that ruled for 58 years loses power

GABORONE, Botswana (AP) — Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi conceded defeat in the general election Friday, in a seismic moment of change for the country that ended the ruling party's 58 years in power since independence from Britain in the 1960
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In the news today: Alberta premier braces for crucial party vote

In the news today: Alberta premier braces for crucial party vote

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...
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Canada's youngest dangerous offender, who sexually assaulted baby, seeks prison leave

Canada's youngest dangerous offender, who sexually assaulted baby, seeks prison leave

A convict who became Canada 's youngest designated dangerous offender after sexually assaulting a three-month-old baby is seeking escorted leave from prison to attend Indigenous cultural ceremonies in Vancouver.
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Ride-share giant Uber bans customer after Alberta driver shares racist rant video

Ride-share giant Uber bans customer after Alberta driver shares racist rant video

EDMONTON — Ride-share giant Uber has banned a customer from its app after one of its drivers posted a social media video showing him enduring a racist tirade.
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How will the outcome of the U.S. election affect financial markets?

How will the outcome of the U.S. election affect financial markets?

Whichever candidate wins the U.S. president election next Tuesday, experts say investors will be relieved to shed some uncertainty over what kinds of policies to expect.
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Canadian election watchers to gather in bars, homes to watch polarizing U.S. vote

Canadian election watchers to gather in bars, homes to watch polarizing U.S. vote

TORONTO — Canadians engrossed in the drama of the U.S.
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Botswana president concedes defeat in election, ending ruling party's 58 years in power

Botswana president concedes defeat in election, ending ruling party's 58 years in power

GABORONE, Botswana (AP) — Botswana President Mogweetsi Masisi conceded defeat in the general election Friday, in a seismic moment of change for the county that ended the ruling party's 58 years in power since independence from Britain in 1966.
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Union issues strike notice in B.C. port labour dispute, employers say

Union issues strike notice in B.C. port labour dispute, employers say

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's ports may again be disrupted by a labour dispute, as employers say they have received 72-hour strike notice from the union representing foremen.
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Penguins beat Ducks 2-1 in overtime to end losing streak

Penguins beat Ducks 2-1 in overtime to end losing streak

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored his second goal of the game 2:35 into overtime as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-1 on Thursday night to end a six-game losing streak.
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Sports scoreboard for Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024

Sports scoreboard for Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024

Thursday's Scoreboard NHL Washington 6 Montreal 3 Toronto 4 Seattle 1 Edmonton 5 Nashville 1 Pittsburgh 2 Anaheim 1 (OT) Carolina 8 Boston 2 Philadelphia 2 St. Louis 1 San Jose 3 Chicago 2 --- AHL Calgary 6 San Diego 2 --- NFL N.Y.
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