CBC News: The National | Air defence overhaul, Single-use plastics ban, Buffy Sainte-Marie

Canada to spend $5 billion overhauling its air defences amid rising threats from Russia and elsewhere. Ottawa moves forward with banning more single-use plastics. Plus, Buffy Sainte-Marie on her persistent optimism and fight for change. 00:00 The National for June 20, 2022 00:51 Canada spending $5B to upgrade continental defence 04:20 Canada-U.S. talks on rising…… Read More

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Shady business: The illegal sale of skin-whitening creams

CBC’s Marketplace tests popular skin-lightening products sold in Canada to find out if the ingredients are as toxic as the marketing. Our investigation reveals some products contain alarming levels of harmful ingredients, including mercury, hydroquinone and steroids. Some of these chemicals are possible carcinogens and can cause severe skin issues with prolonged use.   To…… Read More

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Busting phone scammers: Police raids shine light on overseas call centres (Marketplace)

Marketplace journalists got exclusive access to an undercover RCMP investigation into major scam calls that have bilked Canadians of millions of dollars. For two years, we have zeroed in on scammers in Indian call centres targeting Canadians: posing as CRA tax agents, tech support workers or impersonating police and other government officials. Many of you…… Read More

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