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Replacing Erin O'Toole exposes the Conservative Party's ever-deepening divides

In voting to remove Erin O’Toole as leader, the Conservative Party of Canada’s caucus has raised the thorny question of how the different groups within contemporary conservatism can co-exist and collaborate.

The Conversation · Feb 15, 2022

A Twitter investigation reveals what the 'freedom convoy,' Islamophobes, incels and Hindu supremacists have in common

The so-called “freedom convoy,” which began in January in Ottawa, has garnered international attention and sparked a flood of social media conversations.

The Conversation · Feb 15, 2022

Marriott Stock Gains On Q4 Beat

Marriott International Inc (NASDAQ:MAR) reported fourth-quarter FY21 sales growth of 105% year-on-year, to $4.45 billion, beating the analyst consensus of $3.98 billion. Comparable systemwide constant dollar RevPAR declined 19.0% worldwide, 15.3% in the U.S. & Canada, and 28.2% in international markets, compared to Q4 FY19. Total expenses rose 65.7% Y/Y to $3.8 billion.…

Benzinga · Feb 15, 2022

Ottawa police chief resigns as Canadian border protesters retreat

Ottawa's police chief resigned on Tuesday after criticism that he did not do enough to stop COVID-19 protests that have paralyzed Canada's capital city and forced Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to invoke emergency powers.

Reuters · Feb 15, 2022

Curling star Eve Muirhead on why she was 'fired-up' in Team GB's crucial Olympic win against Japan

Team GB romped to the first of the three straight wins they require for a top four place and a shot at a medal in the women’s tournament

Daily Record · Feb 15, 2022

Eve Muirhead keeps Team GB curling hopes alive with crucial win against Japan

Team GB romped to the first of the three straight wins they require for a shot at a medal

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2022

Helene Elliott: U.S. vs. Canada once again set to determine Olympic women's hockey supremacy

To the surprise of no one and the delight of anyone who can appreciate an impassioned rivalry no matter the sport, the U.S. and Canada will meet again to decide supremacy in women's Olympic hockey.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 15, 2022

Canada takes steps to freeze anti-vax protesters bank accounts

Canada has taken steps to freeze anti-vax protesters’ bank accounts as a wave of demonstrations sweep across the country.

Evening Standard · Feb 15, 2022

Expert Simon Calder answers your questions about travel from the UK as restrictions ease

“Expiry dates” for jabs, travel rules in Canada and Japan, and an alternative for high car rental rates in the US

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2022

Canada trucker protest - live: Ottawa police chief resigns as Trudeau triggers Emergencies Act

The Canadian government has threatened to freeze truckers’ personal and corporate bank accounts

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2022