Karen Pauls

Karen Pauls

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CBC national news reporter in Manitoba and wherever life takes me. Always looking for good stories. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/author/karen-pauls-1.3347157 Tips? karen.pauls@cbc.ca IG: karenpaulscbcnews

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Rocky Dhillon is a believer in a controversial addictions treatment he took in Mexico last year. “What's more likely to kill me? #Ibogaine or cocaine or alcohol?” Some say it’s a solution to the opioid crisis. My story: www.cbc.ca/newsinteract...

cbc.caSome say this psychedelic could change the opioid crisis. But its health risks hinder testingProponents of the controversial drug ibogaine say it resets the brain to its pre-addictive state and takes away symptoms of detox, withdrawal and cravings. However, it also has serious and well-docume...
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Most Albertan voters have sided with the province on its questions relating to immigration, but have rejected constitutional reforms in a controversial referendum this week. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caSmith scores slim majority on immigration questions, Albertans reject constitutional changes | CBC NewsMost Albertan voters have sided with the province on its questions relating to immigration, but have rejected constitutional reforms in a controversial referendum this week.
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The government of Canada has issued advice to all embassy and consulate staff to avoid appearing with U.S. midterm candidates, according to a source with knowledge of the notices. #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

cbc.caCanadian diplomats based in U.S. advised to avoid appearing with midterm candidates | CBC NewsThe government of Canada has issued advice to all embassy and consulate staff to avoid appearing with U.S. midterm candidates, according to a source with knowledge of the notices.
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The mother of one of the men killed in a deadly fire at an Alberta military base says her son was a bright light who wanted to serve his country. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca‘We will remember’: Tributes pour in for soldiers killed in fiery incident at Alberta military base | CBC NewsTributes are pouring in from across the country for the four soldiers killed in a fiery incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright after they were identified Sunday.
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Ukrainian officials said this week that military-grade Starlink terminals stopped working in Ukraine when mounted on fast-moving objects, interfering with Ukrainian drones that rely on them for onboard guidance over Ukrainian territory. www.cbc.ca/news/world/s...

cbc.caIf Washington can influence Starlink in Ukraine, what does that mean for everyone else? | CBC NewsThe potential ability of the U.S government to affect the operation of a Starlink related satellite system may have also raised questions about Washington's power to affect commerical users of the sys...
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An Israeli advertising agency has placed ads seen by millions of internet users that have left them open to spyware attacks, according to a new report from the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab. www.cbc.ca/news/world/i...

cbc.ca'Recipe for disaster': Israeli firm used ads to enable espionage, report says | CBC NewsAn Israeli advertising agency has placed ads seen by millions of internet users that have left them open to spyware attacks, according to a new report from the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab.
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Unlike the Brexit vote, which led to the U.K. leaving the European Union, Albertans will be asked Oct. 19 to choose one of two options: for the province to stay in Canada, or to hold a second binding referendum on separating from the country. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caA Brexit scholar travelled to an Alberta separatist meeting. Here’s what he took away | CBC NewsMuch of what has transpired in Alberta as the referendum approaches reminds Brexit scholar Ian Cooper of parallels to the United Kingdom leaving the European Union.
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Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk launched to the International Space Station (ISS) 11 days ago for a six-month mission in space. On Tuesday, in his first Q&A with reporters while in space, he said so far, he's "having a blast." www.cbc.ca/news/science...

cbc.caCanadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk says he's 'having a blast' on the International Space Station | CBC NewsIn his first Q&A from the International Space Station, Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk talks about relearning how to sleep, eat and work in space.
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Canadian travel to Las Vegas continues to crater amid U.S. President Donald Trump's attacks on Canada, and the tourism slump in Sin City has become a major midterm election issue. www.cbc.ca/news/world/c...

cbc.caCanadians are staying away from Las Vegas — and it's becoming a Nevada election issue | CBC NewsCanadian travel to Las Vegas continues to crater as President Donald Trump's near-daily insults to the country drag on, and the resulting economic slump in Sin City has become a major midterm election...
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Russia has violated an energy ceasefire announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, ‌Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday, urging Washington to step in to ensure that Moscow abided by the terms of the putative agreement. www.cbc.ca/news/world/z...

cbc.caZelenskyy urges U.S. to pressure Moscow to respect 'energy ceasefire' as attacks continue | CBC NewsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says "energy ceasefire" announced by U.S. President Donald Trump can be "a major step toward ending ​the war if the Americans truly step in now." The Kremlin sa...
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U.S. President Donald Trump says it's time for Ukraine to get a new president, suggesting current Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not done enough to end his country's war with Russia. www.cbc.ca/news/world/r...

cbc.caTrump says Ukraine should get a new president, blames Zelenskyy for U.S. diesel prices | CBC NewsU.S. President Donald Trump says it's time for Ukraine to get a new president, suggesting current Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not done enough to end his country's war with Russia.
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Republican U.S. lawmakers joined religious leaders and international observers on Friday in opposing a Pentagon plan to livestream an execution by firing squad, while U.S. President Donald Trump said he has not yet decided whether to allow the live feed. www.cbc.ca/news/world/v...

cbc.caVance, Republican lawmakers and religious leaders oppose Pentagon plan to livestream an execution | CBC NewsRepublican U.S. lawmakers joined religious leaders and international observers on Friday in opposing a Pentagon plan to livestream an execution by firing squad, while U.S. President Donald Trump said ...
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith was definitive Friday when asked whether she’d commit to not holding another referendum on Alberta separation should a majority of Albertans vote to remain in Canada on Oct. 19. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca‘Not as long as I’m premier’: Danielle Smith rules out 2nd separation referendum if Albertans vote to remain | CBC NewsAlberta Premier Danielle Smith was definitive Friday when asked whether she’d commit to not holding another referendum on Alberta separation should a majority of Albertans vote to remain in Canada on ...
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The Canada-U.S. trade war has reshaped Canadians' view of their country, somewhat rekindled coast-to-coast-to-coast unity and dominated federal and provincial elections. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caHow could the latest round of tariffs in the Canada-U.S. trade war play out? | CBC NewsExperts say last month's trade war escalation between Canada and the U.S. may be felt less in empty store shelves than in higher prices, fewer choices and longer waits for some products.
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Manitoba is trying to position itself to capture a share of Ottawa's commitment to increase defence spending — with the ultimate goal of becoming an aerospace and military hub. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.ca'We've just been blown away,' U.K. defence association says during visit to Manitoba | CBC NewsManitoba is trying to position itself to capture a share of Ottawa's commitment to increase defence spending — with the ultimate goal of becoming an aerospace and military hub.
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The elusive former head of Manitoba's lone law school — who'd been in the wind since being disbarred 2½ years ago — racked up millions in debt in Switzerland before he was recently picked up by police in France. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caDisgraced former Manitoba law dean racked up millions in Swiss debt ahead of France arrest, documents suggest | CBC NewsThe elusive former head of Manitoba's lone law school — who'd been in the wind since being disbarred 2½ years ago — racked up millions in debt in Switzerland before he was recently picked up by police...
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The United States is set to ban a select number of Canadian imports starting Tuesday, in the next escalation of a trade war that has already led to steep tariffs on goods from both sides. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caThe incoming U.S. import bans on Canadian alcohol, whey, molasses and motorcycles, by the numbers | CBC NewsThe United States is set to ban a select number of Canadian imports starting Tuesday, in the next escalation of a trade war that has already led to steep tariffs on goods from both sides.
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The federal government has announced a preliminary agreement for the acquisition of six GlobalEye detection aircraft that would be built in Canada by the Swedish firm Saab in collaboration with Canada’s Bombardier. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

cbc.caOttawa signs preliminary deal with Swedish firm Saab for 6 GlobalEye aircraft | CBC NewsThe federal government has announced a preliminary agreement for the acquisition of six GlobalEye detection aircraft that would be built in Canada by the Swedish firm Saab in collaboration with Canada...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney says he studied the possibility of U.S.-led military action in Canada. In a lengthy New York Times interview published Wednesday, Carney suggested it would be irresponsible not to prepare for what he called "extreme tail risk." www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caCarney tells NYT he studied risk of U.S.-led military action in Canada | CBC NewsPrime Minister Mark Carney says he studied the possibility of U.S.-led military action in Canada. In a lengthy New York Times interview, he declined to discuss in detail what that examination involved...
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Kevin Cheveldayoff knows there's an #NHL -sized spotlight on the trade demand from all-star goalie Connor Hellebuyck, but the Winnipeg Jets general manager has no intention of rushing anything. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caJets waiting to 'get this right,' not rushing to trade star goalie Connor Hellebuyck | CBC NewsKevin Cheveldayoff knows he's under the pressure of an NHL-sized spotlight around the trade demand from all-star goalie Connor Hellebuyck, but the Winnipeg Jets' general manager has no intention of ru...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney says a "deeper partnership" between Canada and Europe is necessary to hedge against great powers encroaching on the sovereignty of smaller nations. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

cbc.caCarney nods to Trump, says Canada, Europe not 'fair-weather allies' in speech to European Parliament | CBC NewsPrime Minister Mark Carney says a "deeper partnership" between Canada and Europe is necessary to hedge against great powers encroaching on the sovereignty of smaller nations.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed opening a path for Canada to become the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe. www.cbc.ca/news/world/e...

cbc.caEU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member | CBC NewsEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed opening a path for Canada to become the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald T...
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A new round of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods took effect just after midnight on Tuesday, adding 50 per cent levies to 110 products ranging from specific cheeses to motorboats, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and furniture.  www.cbc.ca/news/busines...

cbc.caTrump's latest round of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods now in effect | CBC NewsA new round of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods took effect just after midnight on Tuesday, adding 50 per cent levies to 110 products ranging from specific cheeses to motorboats, all-terrain vehicles (A...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada plans to begin discussions for a "unique alliance" with the European Union — but not membership — as he gears up to address the European Parliament this week. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

cbc.caCarney says Canada planning to discuss 'unique alliance' with EU, but not membership | CBC NewsPrime Minister Mark Carney says Canada plans to begin discussions for a "unique alliance" with the European Union — but not membership — as he gears up to address the European Parliament this week.
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A dire warning from an outgoing researcher at Anthropic that AI could "kill all humans" by the end of the decade gained widespread attention last week and led to public outcry over the dangers posed by the technology's rapid development.  www.cbc.ca/news/science...

cbc.caBreaking down the dire warnings about AI's risks to humanity — and what experts says should be done about it | CBC NewsA dire warning from an outgoing researcher at Anthropic that AI could "kill all humans" by the end of the decade led to public outcry over the dangers posed by the technology's rapid development. It's...
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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday described the unfolding tension between Canada and the United States as a "strange" sight to behold, drawing a comparison to his own country's fight with neighbouring Russia. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caZelenskyy describes Canada-U.S. tensions as 'strange,' draws comparison to Ukraine and Russia | CBC NewsUkraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday described the unfolding tension between Canada and the United States as a "strange" sight to behold, drawing a comparison to his own country's fight wit...
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“We bow to no one,” former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien said to an audience that included Pete Hoesktra, the U.S. ambassador to Canada. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

cbc.caJean Chrétien says ‘we bow to no one’ in stirring 9/11 speech in Gander, N.L. | CBC NewsFormer Canadian prime minister Jean Chrétien drew thunderous applause on Friday during a fiery and patriotic speech in Gander, N.L, where many had gathered at a sports arena to commemorate the 25th an...
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Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's still in regular contact with U.S. President Donald Trump despite the ongoing trade rift and some unsavoury remarks from administration officials. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

cbc.caCarney says he's still regularly speaking with Trump despite latest trade rift | CBC NewsPrime Minister Mark Carney says he's still in regular contact with U.S. President Donald Trump despite the ongoing trade rift and some unsavoury remarks from administration officials.
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Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is telling Americans their northern neighbours are feeling "wounded" and "confused" over how Canada and its economy became a key target for U.S. President Donald Trump.  www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

cbc.caPoilievre tells U.S. TV Canadians are 'wounded' and 'confused' to be in America's crosshairs | CBC NewsConservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is telling Americans their northern neighbours are feeling "wounded" and "confused" over how Canada and its economy became a key target for U.S. President Donald T...