BC residents aid diabetes fight with record donation
Vancouver BC residents contributed 776461.23 to the Charles H. Best Fund for diabetes research at the Canadian Diabetes Association AGM in Montreal. The donation supports 1988 grants totaling 2.9 million and highlights islet cell trials and advances in laser therapy and insulin delivery benefiting Canadians with diabetes. Dr Meng Tan thanks BC for the support.
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Meng Tan
Cougar sighting reported near Moberly Lake and Saukea Reserve
A cougar was sighted last week between Harry Desjarlais and Fred Courtourilles at Moberly Lake and also on the flats at Saukea Indian Reserve. Cougars are rare in the area and tend to avoid people. They can be dangerous, especially when old or frail, so caution is advised.
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Moberly Lake
Harry Desjarlais
Fred Courtourilles
Flats
Saukea Indian Reserve
Violation of Human Rights in Burundi Targets Jehovah's Witnesses
A report from Burundi describes government actions aimed at eradicating Jehovah's Witnesses. Eight members in Gitega are jailed after a Bible study meeting. arrests occurred in Kayabwe and June as Witnesses were identified. One jailed member’s wife reports authorities reject appeals for release, claiming foreign funds destabilize the country. Authorities are accused of torture, seizures, and home evictions, with no crimes beyond faith.
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Jehovah’s Witnesses
Gitega
Kayakwe
Paul Ndabaneze
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