Leons Headlines Dec 10: The “most challenging year we’ve ever seen”. Salvation Army & Samaritan House face soaring demand & dwindling funds, a 45% rise in clients in 2024, as rising living costs & postal strike strain capacity.
-As the federal government lifts the GST on various items starting Saturday, small businesses face challenges updating tax codes on short notice, sparking concerns from the CFIB about potential costly mistakes & CRA scrutiny.
-Starting tomorrow for 48 hours, Purolator, UPS, and FedEx adjust services to handle delivery backlogs caused by the Canada Post strike.
-CN Rail reaches a tentative four-year deal with Unifor, representing 3K workers.
-City of Brandon & Wheat City Tennis & Pickleball have broken ground on a 35k sq. ft. indoor facility featuring pickleball & tennis courts, set to open in downtown Brandon Fall 2025.
-December 5, Police seized drugs, a firearm & a stolen motorcycle during a search in the RM of Whitehead, leading to the arrests 2 area men on trafficking & firearms charges.
-Also Dec 5, three Brandon residents were arrested for trafficking during a Highway 16 traffic stop.
-Derailed train closes Highway 16 north of the Trans-Canada Monday. None of the 11 train cars that derailed were carrying dangerous goods, RCMP say.
-Canada’s top 2024 Google search: the solar eclipse, followed by U.S. politics and the Euro Cup.
-Bruins visit Winnipeg tonight to face the Jets.
Luigi Mangione, 26, was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after being identified as the suspect in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. He was apprehended at a McDonald’s with fraudulent IDs and a passport, following a tip from a vigilant customer. What’s shocking is his life. A popular kid many describe as “personable and friendly”, for all intents and purposes “popular”, a Valedictorian, honor roll, 2 degrees including a masters degree and from a wealthy family.
And an HEIR to the family fortune too!
https://www.boredpanda.com/luigi-mangione-heir-family-fortune-created-by-grandparents
Of course the internet had a field day. The basement comedians were out with memes and the tweets were a plenty after his arrest.
Time Person of the Year Shortlist. Kate Middleton, 42, is shortlisted for Time’s ‘Person of the Year’ for sparking a dialogue on privacy and health.
How big is TOO BIG for a TV? A Walmart customer’s 98-inch TV was too large to fit in their house, sparking relatable online reactions.
Taylor Swift not only a great performer but apparently a great boss to. The star reportedly gave $197 million in bonuses to her Eras Tour performers and crew.
Careful of low blood sugar, hangry is a real condition! A woman threatened fast food workers with a gun after her fries were missing from her order.
Elf on a Shelf ideas. Adults have turned Elf on the Shelf into a platform for the season’s most mischievous pranks.
https://pleated-jeans.com/2024/12/09/funny-elf-on-the-shelf-pictures
Dishes so delicious, a DAY’S WORTH OF FAT and Calories in EACH PLATE! WOW. Here are the top 10 chain restaurants serve calorie-laden dishes, often exceeding daily recommended intakes.
https://www.eatthis.com/highest-calorie-restaurant-menu-items
Caution with Gift Cards. Remember to use them, and to read the terms and conditions. Gift cards come with hidden risks; buyers should beware during the holiday season. Here’s the 10 to watch out for.
