WINNIPEG – Students and professionals can now access online learning resources on prenatal and child development free. The Science of Early Child Development, SECD for short, includes regularly updated living textbooks and modules that offer current research and links to practice through a convenient online platform, accessible via computer, tablet and smartphone. “We are making…
Mulroney Twins Capture Hearts at Royal Wedding
The joyful expressions of seven−year−old Canadian twins Brian and John Mulroney captured Internet hearts on Saturday as the boys took a star turn as page boys at the royal wedding. A photo of one the gap−toothed boys grinning widely as he carried Meghan Markle’s veil into St. George’s Chapel became an instant online sensation, and…
Wounded Soldier Gets World’s First Penis & Scrotum Transplant
WORLD NEWS – A soldier wounded by an IED in Afghanistan has received the world’s first complete penis and scrotum transplant at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Roselle Chen has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Assiniboine Zoo Opens Xtreme BUGS
WINNIPEG – A new attraction opened at the Assiniboine Park Zoo, Xtreme BUGS. The new attraction is included with regular Zoo admission. The Xtreme BUGS features 19 giant, animatronic bugs along the forested trail inside the Zoo. The exhibit takes you into a vivid, dynamic, and awe-inspiring new environment where you can experience how the…
VIDEO – Markle Walks Down the Aisle to Marry Prince Harry
WORLD NEWS – Tens of thousands of Canadians woke up early Saturday to watch the Royal Wedding, they were not disappointed. Meghan Markle, wearing a dress designed by Clare Waight Keller, walks down the aisle with Prince Charles to marry Britain’s Prince Harry. ‘You’re husband and wife:’ Harry and Meghan wed. Harry and Meghan seal…
Mulroney Children to Act as Bridesmaid & Page Boys at Royal Wedding
LONDON — All three of Ben and Jessica Mulroney’s children have been selected to be among the bridesmaids and page boys for Saturday’s royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Kensington Palace issued a list of six bridesmaids and four page boys on Wednesday. Four−year−old Ivy Mulroney will be among the bridesmaids while seven−year−old…
The Second Annual Reverse Job Fair Connect Employees to Business
WINNIPEG – The Second Annual Reverse Job Fair is being hosted by Project SEARCH Winnipeg. The event takes place Thursday May 17 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre. The fair will give employers the opportunity to meet candidates who are eager to help diversify workplaces and contribute to…
Fishing Season Opens in Parts of Manitoba
WINNIPEG – Fishing season in Manitoba is officially open in Southern Manitoba and will open in remaining areas on May 19th. Minister Rochelle Squires said in a release, no matter where you fish the province is asking people to respect the rules around moving watercraft, water-related equipment and firewood. “Manitobans are hooked on fishing, and…
Podcasters That Love Meghan and Harry
WORLD NEWS – These podcasters record every week from across the Atlantic to obsess over every detail about the upcoming royal wedding between Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. Rosanna Philpott has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Crocodile Attack Doesn’t Stop Bride To be
WORLD NEWS – A crocodile attacked Zanele Ndlovu as she canoed with her fiancé in Zimbabwe, ripping her arm so badly it had to be amputated. But the pair, due to marry just five days later, refused to allow the trauma to delay the ceremony. Scarlett Cvitanovich has more information in this Reuters News video…