The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to share its sympathies and condolences to the people of Jamaica following the events of Hurricane Melissa.
The Blue Mountains has a strong connection with Jamaica through the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program. Every year, the Town benefits from the contributions of workers from Jamaica, who play an essential role in supporting the Town’s agricultural industry. On October 28, 2025, Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica, impacting its citizens and causing catastrophic damage across the island.
“We’re deeply saddened by the destruction and loss caused by Hurricane Melissa,” said Mayor Andrea Matrosovs. “On behalf of Council, I want to extend my heartfelt sympathies to the people of Jamaica and to the many Jamaican workers who are part of our community. The contributions they bring to The Blue Mountains are invaluable, and my condolences go out to all who have been impacted.”
The Georgian Bay Fruit Growers Association, following the advice of F.A.R.M.S. and the Jamaican Liaison Service, recommends that residents or members of the public who wish to support relief and recovery efforts in Jamaica make monetary donations to the official Government of Jamaica recovery portal online at https://supportjamaica.gov.jm.
Bill Kristol and General Mark Hertling discuss the wave of senior military officers forced out under Trump, the redeployment of forces toward Venezuela, and growing signs of unlawful or politically driven military actions that threaten alliances, strategy, and the rule of law.
3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed interstellar comet to visit our solar system, was discovered on July 1, 2025, by the NASA-funded Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) telescope in Río Hurtado, Chile.
Initially detected as a faint object at magnitude 18, it was quickly identified as an interstellar visitor due to its hyperbolic trajectory, with precovery images tracing its path back to mid-May 2025 from telescopes like NASA’s TESS and the Zwicky Transient Facility. Unlike the enigmatic 1I/ʻOumuamua, which lacked a coma, 3I/ATLAS revealed cometary activity almost immediately, including a fuzzy coma and subtle tail, confirming its icy nature and earning the “3I” designation as the third such object after 2I/Borisov in 2019.
The comet’s path originates from the direction of Sagittarius, having journeyed through interstellar space for potentially billions of years before entering our solar system at speeds exceeding 137,000 miles per hour. It reached perihelion—its closest approach to the Sun—on October 29, 2025, at about 1.36 AU, passing inside Mars’ orbit without posing any threat to Earth, from which it stayed at least 1.8 AU away. Physically, 3I/ATLAS features a small, icy nucleus likely under 1 kilometer in diameter, enveloped in a reddish coma of gas and dust up to 26,000 kilometers wide, driven by sublimation of water ice, carbon dioxide, and other volatiles. Observations revealed unusually high CO2 production rates (around 129 kg/s) and water vapor emissions, alongside rarer detections like atomic nickel vapor, painting a picture of a primitive body depleted in certain carbon compounds.
Scientific scrutiny has been intense, with contributions from Hubble, James Webb Space Telescope, and ground-based observatories like the Very Large Telescope, which detected cyanide and carbonyl sulfide in its coma. ESA’s ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter and Mars Express captured images during a close pass by the Red Planet on October 3, 2025, at 30 million kilometers, revealing a fuzzy nucleus amid a developing coma but struggling to resolve finer details due to the comet’s faintness. These findings underscore 3I/ATLAS’s significance as a window into extrasolar chemistry, possibly from a star system twice Earth’s age, though debates linger—astronomer Avi Loeb has speculated on artificial origins based on its trajectory, a claim largely dismissed by peers in favor of natural explanations. As it recedes post-perihelion, ongoing spectroscopy promises deeper insights into its isotopic makeup and the diversity of rogue wanderers in the galaxy.
Newly released 3I Atlas data coming out of China is raising major questions and confirming concerns many analysts including Avi Loeb have discussed for months. In today’s video, we break down what the data actually shows, why it matters, and how it fits into the larger global picture everyone needs to be paying attention to. This is not about speculation – we’re going directly into the numbers, the sourcing, and the broader implications.
Pawsome furiends! Share far and wide to find our furry friends a new home – Love, Frankie Malloy
Meet Pudge
Pudge is a 5 months old male Domestic Shorthair/Mix cat who weighs 2 kilograms.
Hi, I’m Pudge!
I’m a 5-month-old spirit cat – a gentle soul who’s trying so hard to be the confident, loving cat I know I can be. The world still feels a little big and uncertain sometimes, but I’ve made real progress, and I’m ready to keep growing with the help of someone patient, kind, and understanding.
When I first arrived, I was timid and undersocialized – quick to hide and unsure about humans. I’m still on the shy side, but every day I’m learning that love, safety, and even a little fun can come from the people around me. I just need someone who’s willing to go at my pace, to teach me that trust is something safe to give.
I might spend my first days watching quietly from a cozy hidey spot, but don’t let that fool you – I want to be brave. I’m motivated by tasty wet food, Churu tubes, and wand toys, and those are the best ways to coax me out and help me feel safe. With each gentle interaction, I grow more curious, more playful, and more open.
I get along well with other cats and would likely thrive with a confident feline friend to show me the ropes. I’m still not a fan of being picked up just yet, but I enjoy calm companionship and being near gentle people who respect my boundaries.
Everyone who meets me says my fur feels like velvet – soft, sleek, and impossible not to pet (once I’m ready for that, of course). I’m really hoping to find someone who sees past my shyness and understands the reward of helping a quiet, sensitive soul come into his own.
If you believe in second chances, soft landings, and the magic of watching a scared little heart grow brave – I might just be the cat you’ve been waiting for.
My adoption fee is $185 and includes my spay/neuter, internal and external parasite treatments, up-to-date vaccinations, and an ID microchip!
Come visit me at the GTHS and speak with one of the amazing Adoption Counsellors-they’d love to help you learn more about me and how to support a spirit kitten like me. We’re open for adoptions every day from 12:00pm-4:00pm, and I can’t wait to start my journey toward finding a safe, loving home.
Our resident chaos coordinator, “Frankie Malloy” is staging another animal-pocalypse, and this time it’s going down on a Wednesday (because why should weekends have all the fun?). Enjoy the video!!!
Meet Annie
Annie is a 2 years old female Large Mixed Breed who weighs 33 kilograms.
Hi, I’m Annie – and if you’re patient, kind, and have a soft spot for shy dogs like me, I just might be your perfect match.
I’m a 2-year-old girl with the most gorgeous eyes you’ve ever seen – that’s what everyone tells me, anyway. I don’t really like the spotlight, but when you get to know me, you’ll see how much love I’ve been waiting to share.
When I first arrived at the shelter, I was scared – really scared. I didn’t know where I was, who to trust, or what was going to happen next. I just wanted to stay in one safe spot and be left alone. I didn’t mean to be grumpy; I was just overwhelmed. But the people here didn’t give up on me. They gave me time, space, and so much patience. And slowly… I started to trust. I started to bloom.
Now, with the people I know, I’m playful, affectionate, and even a little goofy. I love my walks and I’m told I do really well on a leash – no barking at people, bikes, or dogs, just enjoying the fresh air and keeping pace. I still have more to learn, but I’m trying my best every day.
I’ve even had some fun off-leash play with another dog (a polite boy), and we had a great time playing chase and bowing to each other. That said, I can get a bit protective of high-value treats and food if other dogs are nearby – I just want to keep my goodies safe. For now, I’d do best as the only pet in the home while I continue to build confidence and learn to share.
I don’t know how I feel about cats yet, and because I’m still learning that the world isn’t so scary, I’d do best in a calm home without young children. If you have respectful kids over 13, that might be okay – as long as they can understand I need time and patience.
What I really need is someone who sees me – not just the shy dog I was, but the loving companion I’m becoming. Someone who understands that progress isn’t always fast, but it’s worth every step. Someone who will celebrate the little victories with me and gently guide me when I get a bit unsure.
If you’re experienced with fearful dogs, know a bit about reading doggy body language, and believe in the power of positive reinforcement, I think we could be a great team.
Because October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, my adoption fee is has been reduced to $300 to help me find my forever home that much faster. My adoption fee includes my spay/neuter, up to date vaccinations, dewormer and a microchip. If you want to learn more about me, please come visit the GTHS and speak with one of the amazing Adoption Counsellors! The GTHS is open for adoptions from 12pm-4:00pm, every single day of the week and they would be thrilled to introduce you to me! I can’t wait to meet you and am looking forward to starting my new life with my new family!
I may always be a little cautious – but I promise you, once I trust you, you’ll have my whole heart.
Pawsome furiends! Which adorable critter clips would make your heart go pitter-patter? Share your suggestions in the comments below! Whether it’s playful puppies, sleepy kitties, or bouncy bunnies, we’d love to hear what makes you smile! – Love, Frankie Malloy
On this episode of The David Frum Show, The Atlantic’s David Frum opens with reflections on the new Trump administration’s pattern of “politicized stupidity”: the willful refusal to understand abuses of power, including the destruction of the White House’s East Wing and the perceived sale of government influence disguised as private donations.
Then Frum speaks with his Atlantic colleague Tom Nichols, an expert on civil-military relations and a longtime scholar of U.S. defense policy, about President Donald Trump’s efforts to turn the military into a personal instrument of power. Nichols explains how the capture of the Justice Department, the firing of Pentagon lawyers, and the use of the National Guard against civilians are eroding the rule of law, and how a president can launch wars without congressional consent.
Finally, Frum closes with a reflection on Eugène Ionesco’s play Rhinoceros, a parable about conformity and courage, and what it means to remain human in a world where everyone else is turning into beasts.
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At Gateway Meat Market, the lineups are long, the prices are low and the vibes are high.
Priced to Thrill tells the tale of a grocery store that’s anything but ordinary. In the heart of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, there’s a grocery store unlike any other. A down-to-earth, high-energy, family-run institution where the deals are as legendary as the lineups. Gateway Meat Market isn’t just a place to shop; it’s a community lifeline. At a time when grocery prices are soaring, Gateway dares to do things differently. Source: CBC News Nova Scotia
This documentary takes viewers inside the fast-paced world of Gateway Meat Market. A passionate team of butchers, cashiers, and staff hustle day in and day out to keep prices low. Loyal customers drive from all over Nova Scotia and beyond, just to stock up.
Higher home heating prices. Pollution. Accelerating climate change. Water shortages. Indigenous rights violations. Who wants that?
Apparently the obscenely profitable fossil fuel companies, and unimaginative, short-sighted governments banking on outdated ideas to shore up the economy.
A government is judged on the markers of our current economic system: job creation, economic growth, bearable tax and interest rates and provision of essential services. It must also focus on the three to five years until the next election.
That means “success” is often measured by illusory short-term gain. A quick but outdated and inefficient way to boost job creation and economic growth is to exploit and sell raw “resources,” mostly for export — especially through forestry, mining and fossil fuel development.
This blinkered mindset has led to a growing push to expand production of fracked fossil gas (or liquefied “natural” gas, which is mostly the potent greenhouse gas methane), along with building infrastructure such as pipelines and ports. Governments, including British Columbia and Canada’s, often accept industry promises of money and jobs, and offer incentives including tax breaks, subsidies and infrastructure support.
Has industry lived up to its LNG promises? A David Suzuki Foundation report concludes that it hasn’t and isn’t likely to. “Running on Fumes: B.C. LNG’s Overhyped Promises, Risky Future and Public Costs” finds the fracked gas industry is plagued with many of the same issues and false promises as the mining industry: delays, under-delivery and tax regimes that undermine potential economic benefits.
Delays aren’t caused by red tape or regulation but by “investor decision-making and market conditions, a circumstance likely to worsen as a global supply glut deepens and decarbonization threatens the industry’s long-term outlook.”
The report finds tax policy changes have cut projected tax revenue in B.C. by 40 to 50 per cent for pipelines and LNG terminals. Additional incentives to lure more projects, including provincial sales tax exemptions, could wipe out most provincial gains. Municipal tax revenues are also not as promised: returns from LNG Canada’s construction period were just 25.8 per cent of estimates in the project’s environmental assessment application.
With much of the infrastructure manufactured outside Canada, job creation also falls short. “LNG Canada manufactured steel modules offshore that accounted for somewhere between 50 and 76 per cent of the direct impact it claimed it would have on Canadian GDP during construction.”
As well, “nearly 90 per cent of the LNG export capacity that appears to be moving forward is majority owned by multinational conglomerates and foreign state-owned oil companies, meaning that profits will likely be exported rather than reinvested within B.C. or Canada, creating both a structural dependency on volatile foreign markets and a persistent drain of wealth.” LNG Canada is a joint venture between Shell, Petronas (Malaysian government), PetroChina (Chinese government), Mitsubishi Corporation (Japanese-owned) and Kogas (South Korean government).
How does this affect consumers? “There is mounting evidence from the U.S., Australia and, increasingly, B.C. that growth in LNG export capacity has a tendency to raise domestic gas prices,” the report states.
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis says gas prices more than doubled in Australia once the LNG industry took off. Prices also rose in the United States. That’s because LNG can often be sold for more in foreign markets, which means more gets exported, driving up domestic prices. Using Deloitte’s price increase estimate, the report finds the average residential gas bill in Vancouver could go up by $188.39 in 2026 and continue to rise as the industry grows.
Proponents flog the stale idea that fossil gas can replace coal to generate electricity, but that no longer holds up when renewables are a far cheaper option. Subsidized LNG, which our governments are going with, can delay or lock out more cost-effective and cleaner renewables.
Writer Linda McQuaig hits on the likely reason for pushing fossil fuels: “The very thing that’s exciting about solar energy — its abundance and low cost — also makes it of little interest to investors. Sun (and wind) are so freely available all around us that it’s hard to hoard them and make big profits from them.”
The International Court of Justice has confirmed states are legally bound to prevent activities that worsen climate change. B.C. and Canada are violating that legal obligation and failing to protect the public interest.
David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with David Suzuki Foundation Senior Writer and Editor Ian Hanington.
In today’s extreme budget challenge, I’ll show you exactly what I bought and how I turned it into affordable breakfasts, lunches, and dinners—all with just $12 to spend.
When you’re down to your last few grocery dollars, it can feel overwhelming. I’ve been there—and that’s why I created this plan: to help you make simple, nourishing meals when you’re not sure what to feed your family next. I focused on filling, nutrient-dense staples like beans, lentils, and brown rice. These meals aren’t fancy, but they’re full of flavor, satisfying, and definitely better than spending it all on one fast food lunch. It’s not easy—but this proves you can survive on a tight budget. My own experiences shaped how I cook today, and my goal is to offer hope, support, and practical ideas for anyone facing similar challenges.
If this video helps you or someone you love, please share it. If you’re in a tough spot, don’t hesitate to reach out to food banks, churches, or local support programs. And if you’re in a position to give, please consider donating to your local food pantry—even small acts make a big difference.
🎉 A Big THANK YOU for 1 Million Subscribers! Six years ago, I was filming in our tiny kitchen—just trying to stretch meals using food stamps and WIC. I never imagined this would grow into such an amazing, supportive community. I’m so deeply grateful for every single one of you
Small modular nuclear reactors are being touted as a key piece of the future of clean energy and construction is now underway in Ontario on the first of its kind in the G7.
For The National, CBC’s Susan Ormiston breaks down what’s behind the hype and why some say Canada should proceed with caution.
The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are.
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