Residents of Alberta town vote in favour of bylaw banning rainbow flags, crosswalks

Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist known for her intimate vocal style, passed away at the age of 88. She rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like "The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face" and "Killing Me Softly With His Song," becoming a prominent figure in both music and civil rights movements. Flack's legacy as a versatile and influential artist is remembered by her many admirers and fellow musicians. Full Article

Chantal Kreviazuk confirmed changing the lyrics of O Canada in response to Trump, sparking debate on the appropriateness of altering the national anthem. Critics argue that changing the anthem undermines its respect and significance, urging singers to leave the words unchanged or refrain from performing it altogether. The controversy raises questions about the boundaries of artistic expression and national pride in relation to the anthem. Full Article

The editor's blog at CBC News was used to address the controversy surrounding a special cross-border edition of Cross Country Checkup, which sparked outrage among Canadians due to its program title and proposed question about Canada becoming the 51st state. Despite the backlash, the show aimed to facilitate a conversation between Canadians and Americans, allowing them to share their perspectives on the current state of relations between the two countries. Ultimately, the program addressed the...

Tim Dolighan's cartoon from February 24, 2025, is featured in the article, highlighting a humorous and satirical take on a current event or issue. The video accompanying the cartoon failed to load, but viewers are encouraged to refresh their browser or access other videos from the team. The cartoon is likely to provide a lighthearted perspective on a relevant topic, offering a unique and engaging commentary through visual storytelling. Full Article

TSN insider Darren Dreger speculated that St. Louis Blues goalie Jordan Binnington could be traded, with the Edmonton Oilers being a potential destination, following Binnington's standout performance for Team Canada. St. Louis GM Doug Armstrong is reportedly open to moving Binnington, who has a modified no-trade clause and two years left on his $6 million per year contract. The Blues, in a retooling phase, are also considering trading team captain Brayden Schenn, with younger players...

The Toronto Zoo has determined that "human error" played a role in the death of a deer pig. The incident was captured on video, but the footage failed to load. The zoo is currently investigating the incident and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. Full Article