Kurios about Cirque du Soleil? We go behind the scenes of the acclaimed show

From CBC News. Between the awe-inspiring costumes, the jaw-dropping acrobatics and some creative problem solving, we explore what it takes to put on Kurios, a trademark Cirque du Soleil performance. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow…

Is this 3,500 year old armour good for combat?

From CBC News. Scientists tested replica Bronze Age armour on more than a dozen elite Greek marines. The soldiers roleplayed as warriors from Greece’s late Bronze Age, known as the Mycenaean civilization, to test the combat suitability of a 3,500-year-old suit of armour. #Greek #BronzeAge #Armour #CBCRadio #AsItHappens »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch…

Jasper wildfire ‘community’s worst nightmare,’ mayor says

From CBC News. A wildfire reached the mountainside townsite of Jasper on Wednesday evening, with flames consuming multiple buildings including the Maligne Lodge. Jasper Mayor Richard Ireland says residents feel helpless, but the community can ‘find a way to rebuild.’ Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/1.7274825 »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with…

Canada: Meet your Olympic flag-bearers

From CBC News. Six-time medallist sprinter Andre De Grasse and champion weightlifter Maude Charron will carry the Canadian flag during Friday’s parade down the Seine, the Canadian Olympic Committee announced on Wednesday. »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage:…

Netanyahu addresses U.S. Congress as Capitol Police pepper spray protesters outside

From CBC News. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of the U.S. Congress on Wednesday. He delivered a heated defence of his country’s ongoing assault on the Gaza Strip that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians since October. Netanyahu’s controversial speech, which several Democrats boycotted, came as protesters were pepper sprayed…

Should heat waves be named?

From CBC News. Edmonton has just experienced back-to-back heat waves, raising concerns that the risks of extreme heat aren’t taken seriously enough. CBC’s Stephanie Cram breaks down a growing movement to name and categorize heat waves in a similar way to hurricanes, in order to raise more awareness about heat safety. »»» Subscribe to CBC…

De Grasse, Charron chosen as Canada’s flag-bearers for Paris Olympics opening ceremony

From CBC News. Six-time Olympic medallist Andre De Grasse and Olympic weightlifting champion Maude Charron on Wednesday were named Canada’s flag-bearers for the Paris 2024 opening ceremony. Read more: cbc.ca/1.7273341 »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS Connect with CBC News Online: For breaking news, video, audio and in-depth coverage: http://bit.ly/1Z0m6iX Follow…