The Associated Press OSLO The Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, which helped build democracy in the country after the 2011 revolution, has received the Nobel Peace Prize. This year’s award was collected at a ceremony in the Norwegian capital by members of four organizations, representing unions, industry, trade and human rights. […]
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By Aya Batrawy The Associated Press RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Outside of the Saudi capital, in one of the country’s most conservative provinces, Jowhara al-Wably is making history. She’s running in this weekend’s elections. Saturday’s vote for local council seats marks two milestones for Saudi women like al-Wably: Not only can […]
By Maria Cheng The Associated Press LONDON There’s good news for grumpy women: Being happy apparently has no effect on how long you might live. That’s the conclusion of the latest attempt to find out if happy people live longer. Previous studies have linked happiness to longevity but researchers now […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO A new poll suggests that two-thirds of millennials are investing their money, but that most feel they don’t have adequate knowledge for the task. The poll done for CIBC (TSX:CM) found 67 per cent of Canadians aged 18 to 34 reported have investments including stocks, GICs, […]
By Dee-Ann Durbin The Associated Press DETROIT Japanese brands dominate the insurance industry’s rankings of the safest vehicles for the 2016 model year. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety said Thursday that 48 vehicles earned its highest rating of “Top Safety Pick Plus.” That’s up from 33 a year ago. […]
By Anne D’Innocenzio The Associated Press NEW YORK The mobile payment wars are heating up. Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the world’s largest retailer, said it’s testing its own mobile payment system that will allow shoppers to pay with any major credit or debit card or its own store gift card through […]
Joey Payeur Some of the old names are throwing out of new spots. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the fact all three Muskie curling teams will be a handful for anyone they go up against this season. Coming off a terrific campaign last season that saw all three […]
Joey Payeur Nick Wreggitt and his troops were feasting on the delight of a clutch win—until he received a message that induced an instant case of widespread heartburn. It was a buffet of dissatisfaction that the head coach of the Fort Frances Midget ‘AA’ Canadians and his squad were left […]
Joey Payeur Having played and coached hockey for several decades, as well as being an administrator, Wayne Strachan has been around long enough to understand the dangers inherent to the sport. One of those risks which has bolted to the forefront of late is the issue of concussions, especially in […]
Heather Latter The Rainy River District School Board won’t be purchasing cameras to mount on the outside of school buses to deter drivers from blowing past them when their signal signs are flashing. Trustee David Kircher told those on hand for last Tuesday night’s meeting that the suggestion of external […]
Heather Latter Fort High and Rainy River High School joined together to produce this year’s radio play, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” which will be broadcast on B•93.1 The Border later this month. “Fort Frances High School drama students formed a partnership with 93.1 The Border radio station last year to […]
Heather Latter The Fort Frances Wellness Committee didn’t get the outcome it was hoping for in the recent “Tbaytel for Good” competition after being unable to garner enough votes to move onto the semi-final round. The group was seeking funds for upgrades to the fitness facilities at the Memorial Sports […]
