Singapore trains toilet cleaners to be restroom specialists
Singapore launches a three day pilot course for 51 cleaners to become restroom specialists, taught by Japanese experts. The program aims to professionalize cleaners, boost wages, and expand to a 64 hour course with certification. World Toilet College founder Jack Sim says plans include training all 5000 toilet cleaners and raising monthly wages from 472 to 598 dollars.
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State record flathead catfish lands at Yankton cafe
AP PHOTO Davin Holland and his cousin Madison Holland pose with a 63.5 pound state record flathead catfish caught June 18 near Captain Norm's cafe and bait shop in Yankton South Carolina. Holland used a 10 pound test line and needed assistance to land the fish. The U S Fish and Wildlife Service aquarium will try to keep the fish for display.
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City extends Medicine Hat community inclusion project
Medicine Hat extends the community inclusion project to December 20 2006 at a cost of 35000 dollars. A coordinator position approved in October 2004 began June 20 2005 on a one year term. Council accepted an evaluation report and approved the extension, directing completion of pending tasks and development of a community inclusion policy to align with laws and bylaws and explore further efforts beyond legislation.
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Truck stolen from Tilley Brook Campground in Brooks
Brooks RCMP report a 2004 white Dodge Ram with Redneck Contracting on the side windows was driven away by unknown persons from Tilley Brook Campground early Monday. A slip tank is in the back. Call (403) 362-6004 with information.
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Edmonton fan injured after police strike on Whyte Avenue
Kristin Wilson, 20, says she suffered a concussion and neck injuries when a police officer struck her during Stanley Cup playoff celebrations on Whyte Avenue in Edmonton. A doctor diagnosed the concussion and she will have neck X rays this week. She also needs dental work on three teeth. Wilson spent the past week in bed, drinking soup and milkshakes through a straw. Her father has hired a lawyer and she plans to file a lawsuit, though no formal complaint has been filed yet.
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Guantanamo Supreme Court review of tribunals decision
In a photo reviewed by U.S. military officials guards stand inside Block A of Camp 5 at Guantanamo Bay Cuba. The Supreme Court is expected this week to rule on legality of President Bush’s plan to create U.S. military tribunals for detainees at Guantanamo the first such tribunals since World War II.
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Tow trucks towed to 60 kmh pass in Saskatchewan
Starting July 1 Saskatchewan drivers must slow to 60 km/h when passing tow trucks with amber lights flashing on highways. The rule mirrors the 60 km/h requirement for emergency vehicles and highway workers. Fines begin at 140 dollars. SGI runs radio and billboard campaigns and new highway signs warn drivers to slow for stopped tow trucks and emergency vehicles.
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Canada tightens rules on cattle tissue in animal feed
Ottawa moves to ban risky cattle parts from all animal feed and from pet food and fertilizers to curb mad cow disease and reopen beef markets. Chief veterinary officer Dr. Brian Evans says the measures will accelerate BSE elimination and bolster international trade confidence.
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US to deploy Patriot missiles in Japan for first time
Tokyo and Washington agreed to place advanced Patriot interceptor missiles on American bases in Japan amid North Korea missile test fears. Bush urged Pyongyang to heed warnings, noting no communication on intentions. Forensics and archaeology teams in Iraq examine mass graves as prosecutors build cases against Saddam Hussein. In Afghanistan, Capt. Marilynn Chenette leads a village medical outreach with Canadian, American, and Afghan troops delivering care from helicopter landings to aid dozens of villagers.
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