The global plastic waste crisis

Plastic waste has become one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. With the widespread use of plastic products across various industries, the accumulation of plastic waste has reached alarming levels globally. The improper disposal and inefficient management of plastic waste pose significant threats to ecosystems, wildlife, and human health.

Sports that combine with being in the water are extremely popular. Swimming, sailing, scuba diving allow you not only to keep fit, but also to connect with nature in some way. One very interesting sport that everyone should try at least once in their lives is windsurfing.

In a tragic incident, Chirag Antil, a 24 - year - old Indian student, was fatally shot in South Vancouver. The event unfolded late on the night of April 12th, when Vancouver Police were called to the scene after reports of multiple gunshots were heard.

Between 2010 and 2021, the City of Brampton incurred $38 million in severance costs, with a significant portion allocated during recent years. This expenditure comes into focus particularly due to the generous packages given to former senior leaders, as detailed in a city report. The report highlights the city’s financial commitments following the dismissal of several high - ranking officials.

In a groundbreaking legal move, four Ontario school boards have initiated lawsuits against major social media companies, Meta Platforms Inc., Snap Inc., and ByteDance Ltd., the parents of Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, respectively. These legal actions seek a combined total of $4.5 billion in damages, accusing the firms of causing significant harm to the mental health of students and disrupting the educational environment.

In the past five years since the legalization of cannabis in Canada, expectations were high for improved access for medical marijuana users. However, challenges persist, particularly in the realm of medical usage, where evidence and acceptance among healthcare professionals are lacking. This discrepancy has left many patients in a state of frustration and disappointment.

The Canadian federal government, under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, announced the launch of a national school food program with a budget of $1 billion. Aimed at providing meals to 400,000 children per year by the 2024 - 25 school year, this program intends to ensure that the most vulnerable children receive the best possible start in life. While the announcement has sparked interest, it also left many seeking more details about its operation and funding.

A 13 - year - old was charged following a crash involving a Lamborghini in West Vancouver, reported by local police. The incident occurred under challenging weather conditions, leading to the vehicle being totaled.

In the early hours of the morning, the MV Dali, a colossal container ship, was making its way out of the bustling port of Baltimore when disaster struck. As the ship sailed along the Patapsco River, something went terribly awry. Suddenly, the lights illuminating the 300-meter-long vessel flickered and then went out entirely. Moments later, they came back on, but the ship veered off course, heading directly towards one of the massive supports of the Francis Scott Key truss bridge.

After years of anticipation and continuous construction, the famous Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, not only a city symbol but also one of the most recognized churches worldwide, is finally nearing completion.