Leons Headlines Sept 24: A 16yr old accused in last June’s sword attack at a Brandon high school now faces 3 counts of attempted murder, with the Crown seeking an adult sentence after upgrading earlier charges.
-MB Hydro’s technical & clerical staff ratify a 3yr collective agreement, with wage increases totaling 12% by 2027.
-The unused outdoor rink on Egan St in Boissevain will be demolished this fall due to safety concerns; community already maintains an upgraded rink at nearby Kin Park.
-Police are investigating fires & vandalism at the Wpg constituency offices of two MB cabinet ministers, though no political motive has been confirmed.
-MB minimum wage rises to $16 in October, Nunavut leads the nation at $19.75. Newfoundland and Labrador are lowest at $15.00 per hour.
-Wheat City Lions’ potato sale in Brandon offers 50-pound bags for $15, raising nearly $50K for charity since 2020.
-A body was found outside an elementary school in St. Boniface neighborhood of Wpg, but police say the death doesn’t appear criminal & there’s no threat to the public.
-An emotional Jimmy Kimmel returned to late night after his show’s suspension, tearfully thanking colleagues, critics, & the public for the support.
-Shares of Tylenol maker Kenvue rebounded sharply in premarket trading after falling 7.5% following US announcement of unproven links between Tylenol, vaccines, and autism.
-Amateur football officials in MB say they were blindsided by the CFL’s sudden announcement of sweeping field & rule changes.
-Jonathan Toews sees 1st pre-season action in Wpg colours, as Jets fall 3-2 to Oilers.
-After clinching a playoff berth, the Blue Jays post-season tix go on sale Thursday.
Roseanne Barr criticized ABC’s decision to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel after a brief suspension, calling it a “double standard” and comparing his swift return to her own firing in 2018 over a tweet that led to her sitcom’s cancellation. She expressed frustration at being permanently labeled a racist while Kimmel faced only a short suspension for controversial remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, highlighting his past use of blackface and accusations of hypocrisy.
Canada’s battle isn’t late-night TV, it’s ostriches: Canada’s CFIA is preparing to cull 400 ostriches at a BC farm after an outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza, despite some birds appearing healthy. The farm owners and supporters argue the surviving ostriches may have immunity, sparking a heated legal and public debate.
No Rapture? Not so fast. Predictions about the Rapture on September 23–24 have stirred curiosity, but the fine print suggests the world isn’t ending quite yet. Social media reactions and memes highlight both skepticism and humorous takes on the doomsday warnings.
Gen Z hacks homeownership with “co-buying”. Young Canadians are teaming up to buy homes together, sharing costs and responsibilities to make homeownership more attainable. This “co-buying” trend reflects Gen Z’s creative solutions to skyrocketing real estate prices.
Costco’s massive chocolate Advent calendar. Costco is selling a giant chocolate Advent calendar, perfect for holiday fans looking for a festive treat. However, there’s a catch—availability is limited and it may sell out quickly.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1976866/costco-lindt-chocolate-advent-calendar-locations
