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This country deserves a real choice in the next election,” Mr Trudeau said. “It has become clear to me that if I am having to ...

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The scheme is modelled partly on that of London, where since 2003 a daily charge (currently £15, or $19) has reduced the number of cars, improved air quality and funded transit upgrades. New York’s ...

Although the firm says that workers were willing participants in the zapping and safety measures were taken, it is not a ...