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Toronto Public Library Hits 14M Digital Checkout Milestone
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Toronto Public Library celebrates a significant milestone with 14 million digital checkouts in 2021, a 35% increase over the past five years. OverDrive is the primary source for e-books, audiobooks, and magazines, accessible through the Libby app. The librarys digital collections, curated by librarians, are transforming reading habits and making ancient texts free for everyone. The librarys online dashboard tracks these numbers, emphasizing the importance of balancing digital and physical resources. Checkout Solipillow.com
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Elderly Business Owner Saves Man in Freezing Emergency
01:50|Richard Gendron, a seventy-two-year-old Edmonton business owner, demonstrated extraordinary kindness during a freezing emergency. He found a man with a broken leg, assaulted and exposed to minus twenty degrees Celsius, and brought him into his shop. Despite the mans pleas for immediate medical attention, an ambulance was unavailable, so Gendron drove him to the hospital. Shaken by the slow response, Gendron is now creating a neighborhood emergency list, as he feels let down by emergency services. Checkout Solipillow.comIndigenous Social Worker Dies After Hospital Altercation
01:15|Tragic Death at Saskatoon Hospital: Indigenous Social Worker Dies After Altercation with Security Checkout Solipillow.comProtests, Counter-Protests in Toronto on Immigration
01:40|Tensions rise in Toronto as Canada First Movement protests mass immigration, drawing counter-protest and arrests. Group advocates for redirecting tax dollars to local needs, while counter-protesters welcome immigrants. City leaders warn against anti-immigration rhetoric, linking it to hate and racism. Checkout Solipillow.comMeet Axolotls: Vancouver Aquarium's New Superstars
01:34|Discover the fascinating axolotl at Vancouver Aquariums new exhibit, Amazing Axolotls. This permanent display, opening January 11th, features three immersive habitats, interactive panels, and a fun photo booth. Learn about their biology, Mexican roots, and conservation efforts. The aquarium, a leader in marine rescues, aims to inspire wonder and connect visitors with these endangered, limb-regenerating creatures. Checkout Solipillow.comUS Retaliates with Airstrikes in Syria
01:30|U.S. Retaliates with Airstrikes in Syria: Operation Hawkeye Strike Targets ISIS Following Deadly Ambush Checkout Solipillow.comVenezuelan Man Freed, Maduro Captured
02:02|Venezuelan man Diógenes Angulo, detained for posting opposition rally video, walks free after a year and five months in prison. Maduros capture by U.S. forces brings hope for political prisoners releases, but only eleven out of eight hundred nine have been freed. Prominent opposition figures remain imprisoned, while pro-Maduro supporters rally for his return from U.S. custody. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez criticizes U.S. action, and diplomatic ties between Venezuela and the U.S. are discussed. Checkout Solipillow.comCalgary Water Crisis: Save Litres, Stay Safe
01:45|Calgarys water system remains under strain following a major break, with officials urging residents to cut daily use by 25-30 litres. Repair work is progressing, but stage four restrictions remain in place as the city works on long-term solutions. Checkout Solipillow.comPascal Vincent Coaches North Division at AHL All-Star Classic
01:20|Pascal Vincent, coach of the Laval Rocket, is set to lead the North Division at the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic. With a strong 22-11-0 record, Vincent earned the spot by leading the division as of January 11th. The 54-year-old coach has a solid 70-30-3-3 regular season record with Laval and a 6-7 playoff record. This is a first for the Rocket, and Vincents Coach of the Year honors make him a fan favorite. Checkout Solipillow.com