1. Zelensky has reported that a Russian ballistic missile struck a residential area in Kryvyi Rih, resulting in the deaths of 10 children and 9 adults, with over 60 individuals injured, including an additional 12 children.

 As rescue teams worked to save lives, Russia conducted another drone attack on the same city, leading to one fatality and seven injuries. Zelensky expressed gratitude to allies for their support but criticized the U.S. Embassy for its "disappointingly weak" statement that did not specifically mention Russia. He is advocating for increased sanctions, additional Patriot missile systems, and global resolve, stating, "To stop the killing, we must not be afraid to name the killer."

In a separate development, Russia has accused Ukraine of launching 14 strikes on energy infrastructure within a 24-hour period, despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement established last month. The reported targets included significant areas such as Bryansk, Belgorod, and Smolensk, as well as Russian-occupied regions of Luhansk and Kherson. Moscow claims that Kyiv is intensifying its drone and artillery assaults. Although Ukraine has not officially responded, it previously announced a cessation of energy strikes on March 18. The U.S. ceasefire agreement, part of Trump's diplomatic efforts, now appears to be at risk. Additionally, a Ukrainian drone reportedly targeted a fiber optics facility in Mordovia.

🚨 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋: Cristiano Ronaldo has been named Man of the Match in the Al Hilal versus Al Nassr game. ✨

Are you aware that cassava varieties containing higher levels of dry matter (40-45%) and starch (80-95%) can greatly enhance farmers' income?

The mechanized planting and harvesting technology developed by IITA, featuring improved root varieties, contributes to greater food security and minimizes postharvest losses.

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A recent national survey reveals that a significant majority of Canadians are calling on Liberal leader Mark Carney to disclose his business assets and any potential conflicts of interest prior to election day.

The Leger poll, commissioned by the National Post, found that 67 percent of Canadians believe Carney should "voluntarily reveal his business interests" before voters head to the polls at the end of the month. Carney has faced increasing scrutiny for his refusal to disclose the assets placed in a blind trust after assuming the Liberal leadership. Although meeting the minimum legal requirement, he has claimed to the media that he has gone further by filing his disclosure with the ethics commissioner.

Throughout his career, Carney held several prominent positions in the private sector, including chairing Brookfield Asset Management until he transitioned into politics. Despite this, he has consistently dismissed suggestions of any lingering conflicts of interest. However, it's worth noting that in 2018, Brookfield entered into a 99-year, billion-dollar lease agreement for a New York City property from Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump.

The deal involved a total payment of USD $1.1 billion upfront. Carney retains $6.8 million in Brookfield options. Furthermore, while serving as the Governor of the Bank of England, Carney engaged in several high-profile meetings with senior officials from communist China, leading to various agreements between the two nations, including allowing foreign companies to operate within each other's borders. These dealings have led some to speculate that Carney may have numerous conflicts of interest, prompting calls for him to be transparent before voters make their choices. The Leger poll indicated that while 64 percent of Canadians believe their voting decision is final, one-third (33 percent) remain open to changing their minds. Only 17 percent think Carney should not disclose his assets, and another 16 percent are uncertain—meaning this issue could sway many undecided voters. This concern resonates particularly among current Liberal and NDP supporters, with a third of Liberal voters and over half (57 percent) of NDP voters indicating they might reconsider their choices. In contrast, 73 percent of Conservative voters believe their decision is final. Carney has often reacted defensively to reporters' inquiries about his potential conflicts of interest, even labeling such questions as "odd.

" However, he recently acknowledged that he would "probably" need to recuse himself from certain decisions due to these concerns. During a press conference focused on increasing defense spending in Iqaluit, Nunavut, Carney admitted that discussions would take place concerning areas in which he had conflicts. "Yes. We are having discussions, and a trust has been created. Along with the Ethics Commissioner, probably some screens will be put in place," he said. In response to Carney's acknowledgment, Conservative Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman insisted that he must "fully disclose his financial interests and all conflicts." "Canadians deserve to know before they cast a ballot," she stated. Conservative MP Micheal Barrett has also criticized Carney for his defensive demeanor towards reporters, urging him to disclose his assets "if he's got nothing to hide." "Canadians should easily be able to look up his disclosures, but he's waiting until after the election," Barrett remarked in a video shared on X.

"If he has nothing to hide, he could come clean today and inform Canadians about what's in his blind trust and what conflicts of interest may exist, yet it seems Mark Carney believes there's no need for transparency." Author: Quinn Patrick.

The 2025 schedule has been officially confirmed! Exciting developments for Motocross in Western Canada are on the horizon. Our ACM team, along with MRC and the Alberta tracks, has diligently worked to finalize the 2025 Alberta Championship Motocross schedule.

Due to some modifications in the Triple Crown Pro National series and the collaboration between our ACM team and @wildrosemx to host the WCAN in Calgary at the Wild Rose Motocross Association from July 4-6, we have updated the previously released schedule.

Rounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 will serve as Walton Amateur National Qualifier rounds. Please note that the WCAN will not be part of the championship series points race. Further details regarding the WCAN will be shared as we begin preparations for this exciting event.

Make sure you don't miss any of these thrilling competitions.

We are Alberta Moto! Join us for the races.

2025 ACM SCHEDULE
Round 1 & 2 - May 17-18 ANQ, Raymond
Round 3 - May 31, Calgary
Round 4 & 5 - June 28 & 29 ANQ, Whitecourt
WCAN Calgary - July 4, 5 & 6
Round 6 & 7 - July 12 & 13, Taber
Round 8 & 9 - August 23 & 24, Lloydminster AB/SK Shootout
Year-End Banquet Race - September 6, Location TBA

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Interest Rate Update:

At present, the mortgage market in Calgary is influenced by recent economic changes and shifting market conditions.

On March 12, 2025, the Bank of Canada lowered its Overnight Lending Rate by 0.25%, bringing it down to 2.75%. This reduction marks the seventh consecutive decrease since June 2024, amounting to a total decline of 2.25% from a previous high of 5%. As a result, major banks have revised their prime rates to 4.95%.

Mortgage rates in Calgary are currently competitive. For insured mortgages, five-year fixed rates are nearing 4%. Additionally, variable-rate mortgages have become more appealing, with rates available for qualified borrowers falling below 4%. Further reductions in rates are anticipated.

The combination of lower interest rates and an increase in housing inventory creates advantageous conditions for potential home buyers in Calgary. The broader range of available properties, along with decreased borrowing costs, improves affordability and enhances purchasing power.

For current homeowners, this environment presents opportunities to refinance at more favorable rates, which could lead to lower monthly mortgage payments.
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Thanks to the newly appointed Director of the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Maud Page, curator Louise Halpin, and Kate Dowland from the NSW Department of Education, the Governor-General had the opportunity to tour Art Express 2025 and engage with four of the talented artists featured in the exhibition—Oscar, Katie, Luis, and Finn.

The artworks, inspired by personal experiences and created for the 2024 High School Certificate Visual Arts examination, are striking, insightful, and emotionally resonant.

Now in its 42nd year, Art Express honors the voices of young creatives, committed arts educators, and the rich diversity of the Australian experience by showcasing exceptional HSC works.

🖌� Oscar's piece delves into the effects of our increasingly digital lives and the disconnection from nature, merging traditional Australian landscape painting with digital 'glitches'.

🎨 Katie has depicted her closest school friends in vibrant hues, celebrating their uniqueness, the strength of friendship, and the influence of our nearest companions during pivotal moments in our lives.

📸 As a Sudanese Australian, Luis provides a compelling critique of racial profiling and societal judgment through his striking and provocative photography, compelling viewers to confront ingrained biases.

🧵 Finn explores fashion and textiles as significant means of self-expression and identity, influenced by our nearest loved ones and role models, narrating a story about who we are.

We extend our gratitude to the artists for generously sharing their work with us and congratulate all 50 artists featured in the exhibition.

Art Express will be on display at the NSW Art Gallery until April 27, with regional exhibitions continuing across New South Wales until October.
Gov.G Mostyn
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Sam Cooper's brave and detailed journalism reveals a chilling truth:

The Chinese Communist Party has infiltrated Canada's electoral processes.

Our so-called "leaders" continually overlook these dangers across municipal, provincial, and federal spheres.

Is Canada at risk?

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In a remarkable achievement, Ronin, a five-year-old African giant pouched rat, has set a new world record by becoming the first rodent to locate over 100 landmines and other dangerous remnants of war in Cambodia.

Since 2021, Ronin has discovered 109 landmines and 15 unexploded ordnance items, according to a statement from the charity Apopo, which trains these remarkable animals. In Cambodia, millions of unexploded munitions remain buried after two decades of civil conflict that ended in 1998. The Guinness Book of World Records has acknowledged Ronin's "vital work," which significantly impacts the lives of locals who live in constant fear of the dangers that lie beneath their feet. Apopo, headquartered in Tanzania, currently trains 104 HeroRATS, as they are affectionately known. These rats are educated to identify chemicals present in landmines and other abandoned weapons. Due to their lightweight nature, they can explore areas without triggering the mines. The efficiency of these rats is impressive; they can survey an area equivalent to a tennis court in just 30 minutes, while a human with a metal detector might take up to four days to do the same job. Additionally, the rats are adept at detecting tuberculosis far more quickly than traditional lab methods. It typically takes around a year to train each rat for landmine detection tasks. Ronin's achievements in the northern Preah Vihear province have eclipsed the previous record held by Magawa, another rat who located 71 mines and was awarded a gold medal for bravery in 2020.

Since its inception 25 years ago, Apopo has cleared a total of 169,713 landmines and explosives worldwide, with over 52,000 of those in Cambodia. The organization also operates in other war-affected regions, including Ukraine, South Sudan, and Azerbaijan. Despite these efforts, an estimated four to six million landmines and other munitions still lie buried in Cambodia, according to the Landmine Monitor.

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