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By Neil Armstrong Pride Contributing Writer ONTARIO, Canada – The recent introduction of new legislation by the government of Ontario will, if passed, strengthen its role in immigrant selection to help meet the province’s future labour market needs and support ...

By Miriam Gathigah Kenya Correspondent NAIROBI, Kenya (IPS) – Lupita Nyong’o’s Oscar victory for her supporting performance in the critically acclaimed film, “12 Years a Slave”, has raised hopes of a much-needed boost to Kenya’s fledgling entertainment industry. Nyong’o’s global ...

NC – According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, the highest reported rates of some sexually transmitted infections are in young people. However, cases of chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis are increasing among both younger and older Canadians. The increases ...

By Neil Armstrong Pride Contributing Writer The reception area of the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts was recently transformed into a locale of epicurean pleasure when chef, Selwyn Richards, launched his cookbook, The Art of Cooking — Soul of ...

NC – To pet owners, our furry friends are people too. We go through the joys of raising them much like we do our children—and in return, they bring us endless happiness and unconditional love. We learn our pets’ individual ...

Dwain Wellington Rattray Pride Contributing Editor There are those among us who are not-so-fondly labeled as Grammar Nazis or the Grammar Police. Eyes are rolled and quiet sneers of derision follow, when corrections or comments are made concerning correct language ...

Submitted by Dr. George Traitses  Diabetes is a severe health condition that can cause life-altering and even life-threatening problems, such as slow wound healing and nerve disorders. It can also complicate problems in muscles, bones, and joints. Diabetes results from ...

4 oz. short crust pastry 1 cup water 2 eggs 1 tbsp. sugar Vanilla essence 3 tbsp. coconut 1 cup milk Preparation: Line the pan with pastry. Mix the milk and water together and, separately, beat the eggs and sugar ...

2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. salt, plus more for serving 1 tsp. malt vinegar, plus more for serving 1 gallon canola oil 2 pounds russet potatoes, preferably Russet Burbank 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets Preparation: Combine ...

5 cups vegetable broth 3 cups leftover cooked carrots 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground cumin ½ tsp. ground coriander ½ tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground allspice ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper ¾ cup plain low-fat yogurt ½ cup (about ...