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Walmart Canada said on Thursday it is investing about C$6.5 billion ($4.51 billion) to build new stores and expand its supply chain, marking its biggest ever investment since opening its first store nearly 30 years ago.U.S. retail giant Walmart's Canadian branch, which plans to expand its footprint, added it would be building dozens of new stores starting with five new supercenters in Ontario and Alberta by 2027.

Walmart Canada to invest more than $4 billion to expand stores, supply chain

Mladen Antonov/ AFP/ Getty ImagesIn January 2020, Thai authorities were amongst the first to have to grapple with a worrying new disease. The frontlines included the country's shopping malls.In January 2020, a new strain of pneumonia that has been worrying Chinese scientists and doctors suddenly becomes a global problem.

January 2020: The scanners used to stop Covid's deadly spread

Which running headphones are best?Running is challenging enough without the added pain of your headphones slipping off your head or falling out of your ears. Running headphones are specially designed to stay in place while running or when engaging in other forms of vigorous exercise.This guide will give you all the information you require to find the best running headphones.

The best running headphones that won’t slip or fall

LONDON (AP) — The BBC has apologized to staff members who felt unable to complain about the conduct of actor and comedian Russell Brand because of his status after an internal review found that concerns about his behavior weren’t handled appropriately.The investigation by Peter Johnston, the BBC’s director of editorial complaints, identified eight complaints about Brand, including allegations that he had sex on BBC premises and exposed himself in the studio.

BBC apologizes to staff who felt they were unable to raise concerns about comedian Russell Brand

CNN —Iman Helles, a displaced mother sheltering in a facility run by the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza, fears that she will now be “thrown out to the streets” with her three children.Israel’s ban on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) came into effect on Thursday, and Helles relies almost fully on the organization to support her family in the devastated enclave.

‘We rely on God, then on UNRWA’: Palestinians fear drastic effects as Israeli ban on UN agency comes into force

Some household chores are so simple they seem impossible to ignore—but a man online has one he just can't seem to do.A video on TikTok showed a woman who was left stunned after discovering that, instead of using the trash can, her boyfriend had been secretly stuffing his used toilet rolls behind their bathroom mirror.

Horror as Woman Discovers What Boyfriend Does With Toilet Rolls

BANGKOK (AP) — Five Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas since its Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel were released on Thursday.They were among 31 Thais taken by the militant group, of whom 23 have already been released. Another two have been confirmed dead, and the status of one remaining person is not clear.

How did so many Thai farmers end up held hostage by Hamas?

HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong culinary institution is acknowledging that changing times bring changing tastes and has found a hit in adding American pistachios to the range of flavors in its famed dumplings.The Kwan Hong Bakery last year began offering the new flavor alongside the traditional peanut and red bean fillings that are the heart of the sweet, deep-fried pastry, which is hand-filled and folded like the wide range of sweet and savory dumplings known in the local dialect as “kok zai.”

AP PHOTOS: Move over peanuts, pistachio is the latest trend for Hong Kong New Year treats

Ffion WynneBBC Sport Journalist in MelbourneWomen's Ashes: One-off Test, Melbourne (day one of four) England 170 (71.4 overs): Sciver-Brunt 51; King 4-45Australia 56-1 (22 overs): Sutherland 24*; Bell 1-21Australia trail by 114 runsEngland are already on the back foot in their attempt to avoid a 16-0 clean sweep in the Women's Ashes, having been bowled out for 170 on day one of the one-off Test.Leg-spinner Alana King took 4-45 as England crumbled inside 72 overs at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. All-rounder

England's woes continue as Australia dominate day one of Test

Tiny frogs seem to skim the water’s surface, but high-speed video reveals their secretGraduate researcher Talia Weiss observes a cricket frog, whose unusual locomotion lets it appear to skip across the water's surface.If you flick a flat stone toward a pond at just the right angle, it skips across in a series of smooth jumps. Inch-long cricket frogs also seem to skitter over the surface of water with physics-defying grace. But when Talia Weiss, then a bioengineering graduate student at Virginia Tech, filmed

Watch a Frog Walk on Water with High-Speed Belly Flops

Striking a harmonious balance between work and family enhances well-being and productivity. Discover how Jennifer Hyman’s insights can inspire your journey.**Balancing Act: Finding Harmony in Life**Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, has become a prominent voice in the discussions surrounding work-life balance.

Achieve Work-Life Balance: Jennifer Hyman’s Secrets to Success

THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Greece arrested a Turkish man after discovering dozens of firearms and other weapons stashed on his boat when he fell ill and lost control of the vessel, authorities said Thursday.The coast guard said they responded to reports Tuesday of a motorized boat drifting outside the port of Alexandroupolis, near Greece’s border with Turkey.

Greece arrests a Turkish man after search of a drifting boat turns up large weapons stash

Jan. 30 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump's choice to direct U.S. intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, faces a Senate panel that is divided over its position on her nomination in a confirmation hearing on Thursday.Nine Republicans and eight Democrats make up the Senate Intelligence Committee.

Tulsi Gabbard, seeking intelligence lead role, faces Senate panel

Plus: The husband who abandoned me has no place to liveDEAR HARRIETTE: You had a great answer to “Delivery Room,” the woman whose husband wanted to invite his whole family to observe their baby’s birth.You could also suggest that she offer to consider — only consider!

Harriette Cole: He wants his whole family in the delivery room? Fine, if he’s pantsless.

What was behind Stu Jackson's warning shot?Late last week, an unusual, pithy press release was published. The urgent 100-word statement was about "the future of college athletics," and curiously enough, it was authored by one of the 12 members of the men's basketball selection committee.

One commissioner is ringing alarm bells about a possible power conference takeover of the NCAA Tournament

“This is clearly a high anxiety moment,” says former US National Institutes of Health (NIH) director Monica Bertagnolli, who finished her term on 17 January. Since her departure, an onslaught of directives from the administration of US President Donald Trump, a Republican, have sown bewilderment and anxiety throughout the US scientific community, including at the NIH, where research-grant reviews and all external communications have been halted. Many researchers fear that this tumult will continue if the

‘High anxiety moment’: Biden: ’s NIH chief talks Trump 2.0 and the future of US science

An American Airlines jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members crashed into a U.S. Army helicopter while descending toward Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C.The collision, which happened in the evening of on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, led to an extensive emergency response as rescue teams searched the Potomac River for survivors.

Reagan Airport Plane Crash: Experts Warn 'We're Ignoring the Real Threat'

Actor Bill Farmer who has voiced Goofy since 1987, answered this query in an interview in 2020.Many of us grew up watching "Goofy" in Disney cartoons, assuming he was a dog. But according to Bill Farmer, who has voiced the character for over 37 years, that’s not exactly true.

Actor who voiced 'Goofy' for 37 years revealed that the character isn't really a dog

WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT. A mermaid animator performing at an aquarium in China was seen suddenly being attacked in the water by a giant fish which got its jaws around her head as spectators looked onHorrific footage shows the moment a woman swimming in an aquarium was suddenly attacked by a fish which attempted to lock its jaws around her head.Spectators were looking on when suddenly the mermaid animator was attacked by the giant fish. It opened its jaws around the Russian performer's face but luckily

Horror moment giant fish attacks 'mermaid' in aquarium locking jaws around head in front of crowd

Plus: RFK Jr.'s plan to squash Big Pharma, J.D. Vance vs. the bishops, and more...FREEZE: With the exceptions of Social Security and Medicare benefits, the federal government has paused issuing grants, loans, and all other forms of financial assistance.

No More Government Assistance

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WASHINGTON – The fatal airline crash at Washington’s airport – the first U.S. passenger plane crash since 2009 – became the first major test of President Donald Trump's new administration. It came on Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's first day on the job.“Safety is our expectation," Duffy told reporters Thursday morning in response to the crash.

Trump and new Transportation chief face first major test after deadly DC plane crash

Headed into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s first Senate confirmation hearing, many observers expected the longtime conspiracy theorist to face tough questions about his many outlandish ideas — and he did. It was also widely assumed that Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services would try to distance himself from his lengthy record of anti-vaccine activism — and he did that, too.

At confirmation hearing, RFK Jr. trips over his ignorance

Guatemala City, Guatemala CNN —Six months ago Francisco Fortín was attacked by gangs wielding machetes in his home country of Honduras, he said, an act of violence that cemented a decision to quit his impoverished and trouble-plagued homeland.Last Sunday, with wounds on his chest, leg and back healing, he and his partner Annie finally left and crossed into Guatemala.

Trump realities drive migrants to reroute their American Dream

The US Naval base at Guantanamo Bay is about to get a new chapter added to its notorious history.The facility in Cuba has long attracted the ire of human rights groups who accuse Washington of using it as an outpost outside the reach of US law to shield from scrutiny alleged abuses of the asylum process and in the war on terror.

Trump’s Guantanamo migrant plan evokes a dark history

Superstar singer Rihanna made her first appearance at the trial of her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, and may have outshined key testimony in the caseRapper A$AP Rocky arrives at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)LOS ANGELES (AP) — The most important testimony at the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky got second billing as the defendant’s partner and the mother of their children sat quietly but shined bright like a diamond in the

Rihanna appears at trial of A$AP Rocky and outshines key testimony on alleged shooting

NASA's two stranded astronauts conducted their first spacewalk together Thursday, stepping outside the International Space Station nearly eight months after their arrival.Why It MattersThe prolonged stay of NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore aboard the ISS underscores the challenges of human spaceflight. Their unexpected 10-month mission highlights Boeing's ongoing struggles with its Starliner capsule, raising serious questions about its future in NASA's commercial crew program.

NASA's Stranded Astronauts Take First Spacewalk Together

Find the perfect Valentine's gift during Blue Nile's saleGift something luxurious this Valentine's Day. (iStock )Jewelry is a classic Valentine’s Day gift for a reason: it’s luxurious, thoughtful and timeless. It can serve as a lasting symbol of your love and commitment.

Blue Nile’s Valentine's Day sale: Dazzle your Valentine with one-of-a-kind jewelry

Quick LinksDeep down, car lovers are always rooting for every new startup. Whether they're producing something you'd actually want to drive or not, more success stories mean more options and a healthier automotive ecosystem. But the industry has always been a tough one to break into, and the list of startups that failed to go the distance could fill a phone book, so the success of Scout Motors has been nothing short of remarkable.

What Scout's Early Success Teaches Other Truck And SUV EV Startups

CNN —Music’s biggest night is happening Sunday and the lineup of scheduled performers is pretty impressive.The Grammy Awards air live from Los Angeles and will be hosted again this year by Trevor Noah. There has already been excitement about potential performances, thanks to the nominations.

All artists performing at the Grammys so far

Florida is one of the most ecologically diverse states in America. It is home to more than 8,000 natural lakes, over 4,000 animal species, and three ecoregions, and at least 22 million people call it home. Its sunny weather and picturesque landscapes make it a prime destination for those seeking a serene escape by the water.

9 Best Lakeside Towns in Florida

As winter‘s chill lingers, savvy gardeners know that now is the perfect time to lay the groundwork for a stunning spring display. By planting certain bulbs and seeds in January, you can ensure your garden bursts into life with vibrant colors as soon as the weather warms.

These 5 plants need to be planted this weekend for a blooming garden this spring!

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often should you wash your hair and more.