Mammoths, Yukon wild horses lived thousands of years longer than believed: Canadian permafrost study
A new study analyzing soil samples and DNA from Canada's permafrost has found evidence that woolly mammoths and Yukon wild horses may have survived thousands of years longer than previously thought.
Canadian traveller forced to stay in quarantine facility after negative COVID-19 test
A Canadian traveller returning from South Africa says he was forced to continue staying in a federal quarantine facility even after receiving a negative test.
Conspiracy theorists believe Kyle Rittenhouse is suing Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg
Welcome to the Monday edition of Internet Insider , unfurling online threads of misinformation—one dumb conspiracy theory at a time. Sign up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. ONE DUMB CONSPIRACY Conspiracy theorists believe Kyle Rittenhouse is suing Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg A claim has been circulating across social media recently that Kyle Rittenhouse — who was recently found not guilty of murder after shooting and killing two people and injuring a third …
‘No one gets paid enough for this sh*t’: Viral TikTok shows ‘male Karen’ screaming at Chick-fil-A workers behind the counter
In a viral TikTok posted on Dec. 3, a man yells at Chick-fil-A employees from behind the restaurant's counter. "Give me my fucking food," he yells. Employees yell back at him, and one is held back by her co-workers. "No one gets paid enough for this shit," Caley (@notcaleyy), who posted the TikTok, wrote in its caption. She also commented on the video saying it was taken in Century City Mall in California. https://ift.tt/3lFy7Ok The video has been viewed over 2.4 million times since being posted over the weekend.…
Travellers who've forgotten to use ArriveCan app can now give details at the border
Travellers who can't access the government's ArriveCan app, or simply forget to fill it out, may start to receive some clemency at the border after Canada's public safety minister gave new instructions to border officials to allow people to provide their travel details in person.
'Scale of the flood damage is extraordinary,' B.C.'s deputy premier says as province moves forward with recovery
Three weeks after southern B.C. was hit by the first in a series of atmospheric rivers, the province's deputy premier says efforts are shifting from emergency response to recovery and debris management.
O'Toole asks House to investigate toxic workplace allegations against Shannon Stubbs
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole says he's asked the House of Commons to probe allegations that Alberta MP Shannon Stubbs created a toxic work environment for her staff.
'Not getting on a plane any time soon': Deportation decision delayed in Humboldt Broncos case
A decision on whether a former truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash should be deported to India likely won't be coming until the new year.
These satellite images show why there's concern about a Russian invasion of Ukraine
Satellite images captured over the last two months by Maxar Technologies show a buildup of Russian forces and equipment near Ukraine's border, giving evidence to fears from the U.S. intelligence community that an invasion is imminent.
Police watchdog to investigate Quebec City officer linked to two violent arrests
Quebec City police (SPVQ) said Monday there are reasonable grounds to believe a police officer has committed a crime in two incidents following a series of videos in recent days showing violent altercations with the public.
Fake Trump Christmas card showing him as a giant penis fools the internet
A fake Christmas card purportedly from former President Donald Trump is making the rounds. The card, in which Trump bears an uncanny likeness to an ejaculating penis, has the internet fooled. The card features Trump in a tuxedo, the cut of which makes his shirt appear rather phallic. A white silhouette of Santa Claus being pulled in his sleigh by the reindeer arches above his head, giving the appearance of ejaculation. If those clues weren't enough, his youngest son Barron isn't depicted alongside his other children and wife, whose…
Document calling on feds to 'apprehend' unvaccinated is fake, Ontario officials say
A document circulating online about 'apprehending' unvaccinated people in Ontario is fake and has been sent to police for investigation, the government says.
Body of missing B.C. woman found 5 years later, boyfriend charged with murder: victim's family
A B.C. man has been charged with murder following the discovery of his girlfriend's body five years after she disappeared, according to the woman's family.
Ontario not likely to wind down vaccine passport system in January if Omicron persists: health minister
Ontario's deputy premier says the vaccine passport system may not start to wind down next month as planned if the Omicron coronavirus variant proves itself a greater danger to the public than Delta.
Opposition pushes for diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics as Canada awaits U.S. decision
Opposition parties are ramping up calls for a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Winter Olympics as the federal government awaits Washington's move.
The Tragically Hip honours 1989 Ecole Polytechnique massacre victims with new 'Montreal' music video
Canadian rock band the Tragically Hip have released a new music video to honour the victims of the mass shooting at the Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal on Dec. 6, 1989.
P.S. Condoms brings the best condoms on earth to your mailbox
In a just world of adult sexual health, mail order condoms would arrive at the doorstep of every adult-aged American monthly. For free, with a “thank you” note for wrapping it up. Sadly, we don’t live in a perfect world. But thanks to P.S. Condoms , mail order condoms have become a reality. P.S. Condoms is more than just a business built around convenience. They’re genuinely trying to bring a better condom to the market. One that’s stronger and thinner than the competition while also eliminating that awful latex smell. The end result is …
Conservatives forcing a vote to create an Afghanistan response special committee
The Conservatives want to create a special all-party House of Commons committee to study the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban and the government's response, and will be forcing a vote on a motion calling for the prime minister to testify and turn over relevant documents.
Take steps to fend off ransomware attacks, federal ministers urge Canadians
Citing a dramatic increase in ransomware attacks, several federal ministers are urging Canadians to bolster their cybersecurity practices.
Warning: Liquid manure may be in the well water in parts of B.C.
B.C. has issued a warning about the risk of contamination in private drinking-water wells in flooded areas of Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
‘They were stealing from you and stealing from our customers’: Better.com CEO trashes 900 people he fired over Zoom
Late last week, the chief executive officer of Better.com fired 900 employees in a brief Zoom call. Vishal Garg, who also founded the mortgage company, then went on the anonymous reviewing site Blind to trash the people he'd just laid off. The layoffs come on the heels of Better.com receiving a $750 million investment . The company, often described as a $7.7 billion unicorn, announced that it was going public last June. After firing nearly 10% of his staff, Garg went on Blind and wrote that "at least 250 of the people terminated…
‘That’s literally fine’: Another McDonald’s worker shows what they do when a customer asks for ‘fresh fries’ in viral TikTok
A viral TikTok video shows another McDonald's worker demonstrating what they do when a customer asks for fresh fries. @nnennaaaaa6 filmed and posted a video that has accumulated 1.5 million views and over 34,000 likes. The overlay text, which commenters went after with all haste, reads, "pov: it's 9/11 & a customer asks for fresh fries." The worker scoops the fires and puts them back into the fryer to be warmed up. This action jives with numerous other videos in different McDonald's locations that show worker…
Federal government says Canada border testing contracts worth up to $631 million
The federal government has awarded three companies with contracts worth up to $631 million for COVID-19 border testing and other screening services.
Ontario reports 887 new COVID-19 infections, three additional deaths
Ontario is reporting 887 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, along with three additional deaths.
House of Commons set to get bill from Liberals changing drug, criminal laws
The federal Liberals are expected to introduce a bill in the House of Commons today that would revive a legislative push to repeal mandatory minimum penalties for drug offences.
C Y B E R S C O P E S: Your horoscope for Decmeber 2021
Ready to go on an adventure? Sagittarius season is here to broaden your mental, spiritual, and physical horizons. Ascending from the depths of Scorpio season, the fiery archer is ready to meet you outside the gates of the underworld. Travel light because this centaur waits for no one and the itinerary is packed. https://twitter.com/alicesparklykat/status/1462802353661386757 Ruled by Jupiter, the third and final fire sign of the zodiac is associated with expansion, luck, freedom, and exploration. Known as the cosmic archer, Sagittarius i…
Myanmar court sentences ousted leader Suu Kyi to 4 years
A special court in Myanmar's capital sentenced the country's ousted leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, to four years in prison on Monday after finding her guilty of incitement and violating coronavirus restrictions, a legal official said.
Dictionary.com anoints 'allyship' word of the year for 2021
Allyship, an old noun made new again, is Dictionary.com's word of the year. The look up site with 70 million monthly users took the unusual step of anointing a word it added just last month, though 'allyship' first surfaced in the mid-1800s, said one of the company's content overseers.
Stem cell-based treatment may help Type 1 diabetes patients produce insulin: Canadian study
A first-of-its-kind study involving researchers at the University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health shows that a stem cell-based treatment delivered through an implantable device can produce insulin in Type 1 diabetes patients.
Biden administration expected to announce diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics this week
The Biden administration is expected to announce this week that no U.S. government officials will attend the 2022 Beijing Olympics, implementing a diplomatic boycott of the games, according to several sources.
Melting Arctic Ocean ice allows killer whales to move in, threatens ecosystem
Melted sea ice in the Arctic Ocean has paved the way for killer whales to spend more time in these waters, but researchers worry that this could threaten species of prey in these areas, potentially throwing the ecosystem off balance.
B.C. expands disaster financial assistance program after flooding, landslides
British Columbia has expanded emergency financial assistance for people affected by extensive flooding and landslides over the last three weeks.
Chris Cuomo was accused of harassment days before CNN firing
A new allegation of sexual harassment against Chris Cuomo emerged just days before CNN announced it was firing the anchor amid an investigation into work he did defending his brother from similar harassment allegations.
‘Gamification of underpaid work’: TikToker allegedly exposes Amazon game board for warehouse workers
A TikTok video allegedly exposing an Amazon game board for warehouse workers has racked up nearly 1.8 million views. In the video, user @chutuo shows an “Achievements” screen with cartoon icons. Tasks are written out like a video game, including “Punctual” and “Picking Up Speed.” One tab encourages the employee to “Make History” and pick up 1 million units. https://ift.tt/3pvH6CN In another video, @chutuo identifies herself as an Amazon employee, though it's unclear if she is currently with the company. She captions the video,…
White supremacist group Patriot Front march through National Mall to ‘reclaim America’
A group of white supremacists staged a rally in Washington, D.C. on Saturday while chanting “reclaim America,” according to numerous social media posts. Videos show members of Patriot Front marching through the National Mall holding American flags and riot shields. Most donned white face coverings and sunglasses. No official estimates have been made, but several accounts say over 100 demonstrators were present. https://twitter.com/AndreaMcCarren/status/1467249119395782657?s=20 https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/1467259506048569349?s=…
‘Y’all are Karens’: TikToker says drunk woman hit her car in a Taco Bell drive-thru, sparking debate
A TikToker recently uploaded a video showcasing the aftermath of an alleged drunk driving incident. But viewers weren’t too pleased with how either party handled the situation. The video, uploaded by user @trappingod7752, shows three young women talking in a Taco Bell parking lot. It’s assumed by the TikToker and viewers that one of the women—a brunette wearing a leopard print coat—is drunk and that she rear-ended the car carrying at least two other people. While outside of their cars, the women discuss whether the police need to get calle…
Chanel ridiculed on TikTok over lacklustre US$825 advent calendar containing sticker sets, plastic bracelet
Chanel is facing widespread criticism on social media over the contents of its advent calendar, many of which appear to be cheaply made despite the item's hefty price tag.
Traffic injuries among youth did not change after legalization of cannabis: study
Before the legalization of cannabis, some who were opposed to the concept suggested that it could lead to more impaired driving, particularly among youth. That worry was unwarranted, according to a new study that found that legalization has not been associated with changes in traffic injuries in Canada.
Conservatives outraged after Rittenhouse Rye tells people to stop associating its whiskey with Kyle Rittenhouse
Heaven Hill Brands, the company behind liquors such as Evan Williams Bourbon and Burnett’s Vodka, issued a statement on Nov. 21 after learning individuals were buying its Rittenhouse Rye to toast the not guilty verdict of Kyle Rittenhouse . https://twitter.com/dinfontay/status/1467145824870281218?s=20 The company reiterated there was no link between the liquor’s name and the Rittenhouse verdict and said the case was “no cause for celebration.” Conservative outlets hit back at the brand as the controversy began to grow online. Breitbart c…
Viral TikTok shows school bus crashing into multiple cars, running from cops
Police arrested a man earlier in the week after he stole a school bus and barreled into a number of parked cars as authorities attempted to chase him down. The New York Police Department (NYPD) confirmed with the Daily Dot that the incident happened on Thursday near the Broadway Junction subway station in Brooklyn. The NYPD said officers were responding to reports of a stolen bus, but when they tried to enter the vehicle, the man inside began ramming through the streets of New York. https://twitter.com/CeFaanKim/status/14665161109043773…
This kilted Scotsman walked 8,000 km across Canada with his dog
A kilt-wearing Scotsman and his dog have completed an 8,000-kilometre fundraising walk across Canada.
U.S. Senate leader, presidential candidate Bob Dole dies at 98
Bob Dole, who overcame disabling war wounds to become a sharp-tongued U.S. Senate leader from Kansas, a Republican presidential candidate and then a symbol and celebrant of his dwindling generation of Second World War veterans, has died. He was 98.
Why do Canadians want to travel in 2022? Survey says mental wellness tops the list
According to a report on traveller trends from Expedia, in 2022, around two-thirds of Canadians are planning a 'no regrets' type of adventure for their next trip.
U.S. congressman posts family Christmas picture with guns, days after school shooting
A U.S. congressman on Saturday posted a Christmas picture of himself and what appeared to be his family, smiling and posing with an assortment of guns, just days after four teenagers were killed in a shooting at a Michigan high school.
Canada introduces temporary exemption for stranded travellers in South Africa
After expanding its travel ban to include 10 countries in southern Africa, the Canadian government has introduced a temporary exception for travellers who provide a negative PCR test within 48 hours of departing.
The U.S. is averaging more than 100,000 new COVID-19 cases a day, the highest level in two months
For the first time in two months, the U.S. is averaging more than 100,000 new COVID-19 cases each day.
Military repairing cracks in the tails of some CH-148 Cyclone maritime helicopters
The Canadian military's fleet of maritime helicopters is undergoing inspections and repairs after cracks were recently found in the tails of four CH-148 Cyclones.
OPP commissioner receives rare Indigenous honour
Ontario Provincial Police Commissioner Thomas Carrique received a rare offering of thanks from members of the province's Indigenous community for the department’s work on cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
Millions in damage and losses, years to recover: A B.C. family's flood story
The Sumas Prairie area of Abbotsford experienced the most severe and prolonged impact of devastating flooding following last month's atmospheric river, and now that evacuation orders in the area are being lifted in phases, property owners are getting a look at the full extent of the damage.
Trans Mountain Pipeline set to restart Sunday after nearly 3-week shutdown caused by storm
The Trans Mountain Pipeline plans to reopen Sunday for the first time since the devastating storm that struck B.C. in mid-November.
Omicron variant may have picked up a piece of common-cold virus
The Omicron variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 likely acquired at least one of its mutations by picking up a snippet of genetic material from another virus, possibly one that causes the common cold.
U.S. man abducted teen and drove her to Canadian border: police
A U.S. man allegedly trying to bring a 16-year-old girl into Canada against her will was denied entry, turned back and taken into custody, Vermont State Police said in a news release.
Canadian women less optimistic about gender equality at work despite increased awareness, survey says
Women in Canada are becoming more pessimistic about gender equality in the workplace, with a majority feeling the pace of change has been slow despite more awareness and they still aren’t being offered the same opportunities as men, according to a recent survey.
CNN fires Chris Cuomo for helping brother deal with scandal
CNN has fired anchor Chris Cuomo after details emerged about how he assisted his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as the politician faced sexual harassment allegations earlier this year.
‘Is it real?’: TikToker finds alleged Picasso painting with exhibition stamps at their local Goodwill
A video claiming to show a Pablo Picasso painting being found at a Goodwill store has gained 3.8 million views on TikTok. "Did someone just donate a real Picasso painting to Goodwill?" a text overlay on the video posted by @thriftorthat reads. The video shows the back of the painting, where a label has been affixed to it. The label reads, "Oil on canvas, Sylvette 1954." It goes on to comment on the cracking of the painting from age, exhibition and collection stamps being attached to it, and asks if any viewers might be a…
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