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Montreal Police Enhance Online Shopping Safety with Secure Exchange Zones Montreal police have established eighteen secure exchange zones at their stations, allowing buyers and sellers to meet in a monitored environment. These zones, equipped with 24/7 surveillance, aim to mitigate risks associated with online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace. The program, which started a few years ago, has been successful in deterring potential threats and providing a safe space for transactions. One Montrealer, Sarah Anne Drouin-Penney, has experienced the dangers of online selling firsthand and believes these zones would significantly improve safety. The zones are currently available in various boroughs, and the police plan to expand their coverage to every station. In addition to the secure exchange zones, police collaborate with Info-Crime Montreal for further support and investigations. They recommend using these zones for high-value items and always inspecting goods before making a purchase. This initiative promotes smarter and safer online shopping experiences for the community. Checkout Solipillow.com

Heated Rivalry, a Canadian hockey romance series, is gaining global popularity, with its stars, Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, embarking on a U.S. media tour. The show, featuring strong queer representation, has been nominated for several awards, including the GLAAD Media Awards. However, due to production rules, its ineligible for major U.S. awards like the Emmys or Golden Globes. Despite this, the series is breaking barriers for Canadian content and is set to air in the UK, potentially opening doors for more Canadian shows worldwide. Checkout Solipillow.com

Irans protests escalate as economic crisis fuels calls for regime change, with at least 65 dead and 2,300 detained. Despite government claims of calm, online videos show thousands chanting death to Khamenei and clashing with security forces. The U.S. and Irans exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi voice support for protesters, as the regime threatens harsh crackdowns. The standoff intensifies amid reports of security officials killed and schools shifting online. Checkout Solipillow.com

Maintenance workers at Halifaxs Scotiabank Centre uncover a hidden gem from rock history: a pristine signature from Aerosmiths Steven Tyler, dating back to their 1993 concert. The venues walls once hosted signatures from other big names like Guns N Roses and Bryan Adams, but were painted over in the late 90s. The panels now back, but staff hope future renovations reveal more hidden treasures from the venues nearly 50 years of hosting stars and athletes. Checkout Solipillow.com

Amidst freezing temperatures, Ukraines Kyiv regains power, heat, and water after a brief shutdown, while Russias Belgorod region faces similar outages following a Ukrainian missile strike. Russias energy grid attacks since February 2022 intensify, causing blackouts and now affecting heat and water systems. Ukraine retaliates with a drone strike on a Russian oil depot, as the conflict escalates during winter. Checkout Solipillow.com

Prediction markets surge as bets pour in on wild questions like U.S. invasion of Venezuela, with platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi seeing massive action. Trading volume jumps from $100M to over $13B, attracting news outlets and raising concerns over insider trading and crypto anonymity. Canada bans binary options, but clearer global rules needed to protect users and prevent market issues. Checkout Solipillow.com

Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario is facing a severe water crisis, with families rationed to one case of bottled water per day. The community has declared a state of emergency due to broken water treatment and wastewater facilities. Leaders are evacuating the most vulnerable residents to Timmins and Kapuskasing, but bad weather is delaying flights. Residents are struggling with the situation, with concerns about kids, special needs, and overcrowding in hotels. This is not the first evacuation for the community, which sits in a flood plain and leaves every spring. Repair crews are on site, but no one knows when water will flow again, leaving everyone anxious about the duration of the crisis. Checkout Solipillow.com

Montreal braces for heavy snowfall tonight, with up to 15 cm expected by Sunday morning. Snowfall rates could reach 3-4 cm per hour, making roads and sidewalks slippery. Travel will be challenging, and officials urge caution. Temperatures drop to -2°C on Sunday, with wind chill making it feel like -9°C. This active winter pattern continues into next week, with periods of snow and temperatures near freezing. Checkout Solipillow.com