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Friday: World prays for “high tide” to raise monster in Suez

Latest word from the totally blocked Suez Canal is a desperate prayer for a “high tide” of some type that might lift the monster container ship Ever Given just an inch or two. Otherwise, the big ship may be there for weeks.

H&M Clothing bounced from Internet in China

You don’t want to make any business decisions in China that upset the mighty politburo. H&M has disappeared from the internet over there as the government raises pressure on shoe and clothing brands and announces sanctions against British officials in a spiraling fight over complaints of abuses in the Xinjiang region. CTV

European report asks “What’s organic food anyway?”

What is it really? And why does it cost so much more? You may well ask.

Great CGS Egg Smash Challenge raises cash for Easter Seals

CGS kids had a smashing time recently at the school with good sport Aiden raising cash for Easter Seals Canada. On this outing, some $520 was raised. Check out the action and learn how you can participate in your own egg smash.

Courtenay tells terrifying tale of huge truck attack on Mini

The woman who found herself trapped in her Mini Cooper as an enormous dump truck pushed it along the Gardiner Expressway has told her story in detail on her colourful Instagram page. Courtenay Erhardt, 26, was merging onto the westbound Gardiner at the ramp near Lake Shore Boulevard and Jarvis Street when a truck driver didn’t see her and slammed into her car. The terrifying ride that followed was captured from the window of a hi-rise. Listen to Courtenay’s story. Truck pushes mini onto Gardiner, tow guys slugfest on 401

Return to normal on Bayview? Saloon ready for patio dining

Some welcome signs of a return to normal as McSorley’s Saloon re-sets its patio for outdoor dining. Hurry up herd immunity. Still, third-wave fear and loathing is reasonable. Be safe everyone.

Successful first day reported at Thorncliffe vaccination clinic

Wednesday: Huge freighter goes sideways, jams Suez Canal

A container ship almost as long as the height of the CN Tower and twice as heavy is wedged across Egypt’s Suez Canal, having blocked all traffic in the vital waterway for more than a day — with no sign that it’s moving any time soon. CBC

Prince Harry gets 9 to 5 job with a coaching firm (sure)

George Segal dies after heart surgery

Truck pushes mini onto Gardiner, tow guys slugfest on 401

Many will blame the frustrations of the C-19 era for these crazy acts of frustration. But others may think the eternal unperfected state of the species is the cause.

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Fire survivor says “misunderstanding” led to death of boys

A survivor of the row house fire in Oshawa Monday has told City News that there was a “misunderstanding” amid the panic that ensued during the blaze. He says it led to the death of two boys in the fire early Monday. Their bodies were recovered overnight. In all, four people died in the blaze. They have been identified as Christian Sterling and Lucas Sterling.

Loblaw owner to sell off historic Weston Foods Bakery firm

BNN assesses the decision of George Weston Ltd. to find a buyer for its 139-year-old Weston Foods bakery division. In a release early Tuesday, the Toronto-based conglomerate announced it launched a process to divest its bakery unit after a strategic review conducted by its board of governors. It also announces that Loblaw President Sarah Davis will resign in May from that position. She will be replaced by Galen G Weston, who will hold all the top titles including Chairman and Chief Executive of George Weston.

Death of Bernice Wamala remains mystery as probe goes on

The death of Bernice Nantanda Wamala, 3, of Scarborough, remains a mystery as federal scientists, the coroner and police continue to investigate why the child became ill and died on March 6. It appears the probe has moved on from early suspicions about a breakfast food taken by the child. It was also consumed by a friend with whom Bernice had a sleepover, and although that child became ill, she survived.

CNE says it intends to keep Air Show aloft in 2021 season

The CNE has more or less doubled down on opening this Fall by expressing its determination to hold the Canadian International Air Show as usual. Directors have already said they hope and expect to open the big waterfront exhibition in full in 2021. Cross your fingers for the early arrival of herd immunity this summer and the freedom it will bring. Instagram

Friends, allies help Canada protest secret Communist courts

There’s been a remarkable public protest by high-ranking diplomats from all over the world in front of the Beijing court where Canadian Michael Kovrig is undergoing a secret trial this week. It’s a disgrace to the Communist autocracy. Then, disturbing violence in the UK as the government proposes to give police greater powers to enforce C-19 restrictions. Below that, AstraZeneca has reported the result of recent US studies. They’re good. And lastly, the new Netflix documentary on the college admissions scandal, Operation Varsity Blues. No connection to men’s and women’s sports at the U of T.