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Everything you need to know about the Venice Film Festival

Everything you need to know about the Venice Film Festival

VENICE, Italy (AP) — Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars are heading to Venice, Italy, for the 82nd edition of the Venice Film Festival , which kicks off on Wednesday.
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Jeremy Allen White on taking 'a leap of faith' to play Springsteen in 'Deliver Me From Nowhere'

Jeremy Allen White on taking 'a leap of faith' to play Springsteen in 'Deliver Me From Nowhere'

NEW YORK (AP) — Jeremy Allen White grew up listening to Bruce Springsteen . He doesn’t even remember a time in his life when he wasn’t aware of his music.
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Gen Z's growing interest in financial advice and investing fuelled by social media

Gen Z's growing interest in financial advice and investing fuelled by social media

As soon as he turned 18, Matthew Robertson set up a tax-free savings account, downloaded personal finance apps on his phone and started listening to podcasts to plug himself into the stock market.
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Canada eyes deeper energy ties with Germany through critical minerals partnership

Canada eyes deeper energy ties with Germany through critical minerals partnership

BERLIN — Canada signed a critical minerals partnership with Germany on Tuesday that encourages the joint public financing of natural resources projects as Ottawa works to boost development and exports to Europe.
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Paraguay is fighting to preserve Guaraní, a language of roots and soul

Paraguay is fighting to preserve Guaraní, a language of roots and soul

LOMA GRANDE, Paraguay (AP) — When it came time to choose a wedding venue, Margarita Gayoso and her partner Christian Ojeda knew exactly where they wanted to go.
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Alberta seeking public input in establishing nuclear power industry

Alberta seeking public input in establishing nuclear power industry

CALGARY — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she expects the private sector to lead the way on potentially bringing nuclear power to the province, but her government would set up a Crown corporation if needed.
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The rise of Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte, by the numbers

The rise of Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte, by the numbers

It's back.
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Pop composer Andy Kim, rockers Triumph to join Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

Pop composer Andy Kim, rockers Triumph to join Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

TORONTO — Andy Kim, Jane Siberry, and rock trio Triumph are among the new class set to join the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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Beach on a budget: Greeks settle for day trips, priced out of iconic destinations

Beach on a budget: Greeks settle for day trips, priced out of iconic destinations

PORTO RAFTI, Greece (AP) — Bus coupon in hand, Diamantoula Vassiliou headed for the sea, determined to make the most of her brief beach excursion.
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Gardening's hidden benefits: How digging in the dirt could bolster mental well-being

Gardening's hidden benefits: How digging in the dirt could bolster mental well-being

If you spend any time gardening, you probably understand what I mean when I say it feels good — despite the lifting, sweating and straining involved.
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