Canadian Media brings out its weekly Newsletter Dec 6
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Humanitarian
Despite COVID-19 connectivity boost, world’s poorest left far behind
UN chief: COVID-19 laid bare barriers faced by 1 billion people with disabilities
Global displacement rising despite lockdowns that kept billions grounded
Natural disasters
The volcanic eruption followed by rain hinders Indonesia’s rescue efforts as the death toll rises
Fisheries & Oceans
New possibilities for life at the bottom of Earth’s ocean, and perhaps in oceans on other planets
2030 simulation limits carbon emission intensity to levels similar to today’s natural gas power plants
Agriculture
ILO and cooperatives raise awareness, promote labor rights on farms in Jordan
From the Field: Pioneer brings farming jobs to marginalized Bangladesh communities
Archaeology
At least 800 years old mummy unearthed near Lima in Peru
Extraordinary Roman mosaic and villa discovered beneath farmer’s field in Rutland, UK
Climate Change
Venice’s barrier against rising seas could jeopardize the city’s ecosystem
Refugees fight fires to preserve Mauritania’s environment
UNICEF study shows what the younger generation thinks about climate change
A tectonic shift in the Southern Ocean caused a dramatic ancient cooling event
Astronomy
Total solar eclipse plunges Antarctica into darkness
Hollywood
Halle Berry Signs Multi-title deal with Netflix Film as ‘Bruised’ Tops Global Charts
Entertainment- TIFF
Toronto International Film Festival appoints Cameron Bailey as its CEO
