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Under dark Manitoba skies, the Perseid meteor shower dazzled viewers with up to 100 meteors an hour — a rare spectacle amplified by the new moon. Meanwhile, August 18th marked the historic 86th anniversary of the Thousand Islands Bridge’s dedication, symbolizing U.S.-Canada cooperation, and echoed with major media milestones. Locally, Winnipeg’s Julia Brown takes the helm as Executive Director of The Garry Theatre in Selkirk, set to reopen in late September with community-focused passion. And in a heartfelt gesture, the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority’s $5 Club donated to a scholarship fund honoring Ethan Cruz Fiddler, a young St. Andrews graduate remembered through education and legacy.

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Alberta’s tech minister is hitting the road again to address public concerns over a $13-billion AI data center project by Meta set for Redwater. Following backlash in Lacombe over water use and energy costs, Glubish vows strict safeguards to protect local resources — but distrust remains. Premier Danielle Smith will join the virtual town hall on August 27th, with another in-person meeting planned for Grande Prairie next month, as the government tries to balance big investment with community trust.

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This weekend’s Winnipeg scene is packed with fun: Country Rising kicks off Friday with mechanical bulls and country stars, while Saturday brings the spicy Tacos and Tequila Festival with T.I. and lucha libre. For a chill vibe, Wienerfest celebrates dachshunds with races and rescue dogs. Mocktail Week offers 16 bars serving creative non-alcoholic drinks. Bonsai lovers can admire 150 trees at the annual display, and libraries host kid-friendly events like Cree rhymetime and Duplo playtime—all perfect for families and festival-goers alike.

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North Korea fired over ten short-range ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan, a direct response to the U.S. and South Korea’s decision to cut short their joint military drills — a move Trump had ordered amid his “good relationship” with Kim Jong Un. The launch, just one day after the drills were scaled back, signals Pyongyang’s defiance and may test new missile tech, following a pattern of provocations tied to diplomatic or military shifts. Kim Yo Jong dismissed the reduced drills as meaningless, pointing to other exercises and Seoul’s nuclear submarine plans. Meanwhile, China urges Seoul not to pick sides, pushing Washington to ease its hostile stance toward Pyongyang — as Beijing deepens ties with North Korea through high-level meetings.

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Mark Sutcliffe’s re-election bid hinges on his claim of delivering 90% of his 2022 campaign promises — but the reality is nuanced. While 86 pledges are marked “done,” 75 are “done and ongoing,” 11 remain unfulfilled, and 27 were pivoted. Taxes rose as promised initially, but jumped higher later; fees like garbage collection spiked more sharply. Public safety saw wins in hiring and ambulance response times, but downtown crime didn’t improve as hoped. The LRT remains troubled: bearing issues persist, phase two opened partially, phase three funding is uncertain, fares rose after a freeze, and electric buses are delayed. Roads got more funding, cycling paths expanded, and snow clearing improved. Housing progress is lagging — only 30% of the 100K-unit goal is complete — though starts rose last year. Environmentally, he met plastic bans and launched a roundtable, but tree planting fell far short (only 320K of a million), retrofitting stalled, and the all-electric fleet deadline keeps slipping.

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Hamilton’s public health department says the July air pollution event, while noticeable and possibly irritating, likely won’t cause major long-term health issues. Dr. Bart Harvey explains that the soot was mostly carbon already present in the air, not a new pollutant. But the bigger concern? Ongoing air pollution in Hamilton is linked to serious illnesses like heart disease and lung cancer, responsible for 55 deaths in 2018. Researchers found toxic chemicals in past soot samples tied to coal burning — especially dangerous for kids. While officials can’t control outdoor air, they urge washing off grime and produce to stay safe.

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This weekend, the Mole Mobile rolls into Winnipeg for free skin cancer screenings at three Walmart locations—Taylor Ave, Empress St, and Portage Ave—where certified dermatologists will check suspicious moles on a first-come, first-served basis. Last year’s initiative already caught 5 melanomas and 15 potentially cancerous spots among 135 screened patients. Early detection saves lives, especially when specialist wait times stretch months. Dermatologists urge you to know the ABCDE rule: Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolution—and if something looks off, get it checked. With sun-tanning making a comeback (and every tan being skin damage), prevention through sunscreen and avoiding peak sun hours remains your best defense. Don’t miss your chance—screenings run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

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Costco Canada’s pulling back Greek Gods honey and plain organic yogurt over possible mold — if you bought it between June and August, don’t eat or share it, return for a refund. Meanwhile, Manitoba’s Grand Beach Provincial Park is heating up with ocean-like dunes and full amenities for your freshwater beach fix. In a major bust, Thompson RCMP arrested three men linked to a cocaine stash, cash, and guns — facing serious charges including trafficking and firearm offenses. And new survey data shows half of Canadians hold negative views on Islam, while positive opinions toward Judaism have also dipped since last March.

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A shocking murder case unfolds as 28-year-old Frederick Baker pleads guilty to second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Bronson Kequahtooway. The victim, found stuffed in a garbage bin behind Wellington Avenue, was first shot in the thigh with a sawed-off shotgun — but it was the second wound, a headshot from a .22 rifle, that killed him. While Baker took responsibility for the initial shot, the rifle fire remains unaccounted for, with Eric Morrissette still facing charges. The attack occurred after Kequahtooway forcibly entered Baker’s Simcoe Street home; Baker and Morrissette, armed and arriving shortly after midnight, opened fire within seconds. Baker then directed others to dispose of the body — too heavy for the garbage truck, it was left tipped over in an alley until a citizen discovered it the next morning. Baker now faces a life sentence with no parole for ten years, with sentencing set for November.

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A parent’s raw emotional breakdown after an unexpected beach run-in with their ex-husband and his new partner—where the kids’ excitement clashed with the parent’s pain—reveals how messy co-parenting can be. The ex’s dismissive attitude stirs anger, while advice reminds listeners that such encounters are rarely intentional and that kids can bond with step-siblings if it feels right—but honesty with your own kids is key. Meanwhile, another listener recounts a humiliating high school reunion where their ex lied about being “cousins,” sparking outrage—and a reminder that dishonesty in relationships is often a sign you’re better off without them.

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