News and Opinion from the Bug!
WHO says that Canada has reported a herd of pigs in Alberta that are infected with Swine Flu (H1N1). “Canada on 2 May reported the identification of the A(H1N1) virus in a swine herd in Alberta. It is highly probable that the pigs were exposed to the virus from a Canadian farm worker recently returned [...]
A strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake has occurred near Vancouver Island, Canada. The epicenter of the earthquake is in the Pacific ocean about 95 miles from Port Hardy.
Trend News says ships from the United States, Canada and Poland will enter the Black Sea by the end of August. The ships are said to be on a peacekeeping mission.
Canada.com reports that the Canadian military is investigating a mysterious explosion along Canada’s Northwest Passage that killed several whales.
Breaking News: A Canadian passenger train has been quarantined in Foleyet, Ontario after a passenger fell ill and died. Other passengers on the train are also said to be ill. I believe the train originated in Jasper, AB and was bound for Toronto, ON. Read The Full Story At CTV
A strong earthquake hit Canada’s Queen Charlotte Islands early this morning. A 6.5 magnitude earthquake occurred at 3:01am local time. The earthquake was followed by 6.5 and 5.0 magnitude temblors. The earthquakes were situated along the Queen Charlotte Fault with the first 6.5 magnitude earthquake’s epicenter set at 51.299°N, 130.713°W.
“Canadian CF – 18 fighter jets helped plug a hole in U.S. air defences for almost two weeks this month after American jets were grounded as part of a crash investigation,” Canada East Online reports. Good story, thanks Canada. Navy Times reports that, once again, F-15 A,B,C, and D models are standing down, but this [...]
A jury has ruled that wolves killed 22-year-old Kenton Carnegie of Ontario, Canada. Full Story At CBC.com.
A report at Sky News says Russian bombers have repeatdly threatened US airspace. Full Story At Sky News.
Canada has softly rebuked Seoul over its negotiations with Taliban terrorists: CNEWS—”We do not negotiate with terrorists, for any reason,” said a statement issued by Bernier’s office. “Such negotiations, even if unsuccessful, only lead to further acts of terrorism.” …
