Tag: conditions
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Unlike frigid conditions in 2003, weather forecast looks good for Heritage Classic – Winnipeg Free Press
[ad_1] EDMONTON – Temperatures were expected to be more comfortable for the NHL’s Heritage Classic on Sunday than they were for the event’s inaugural edition 20 years ago at Commonwealth Stadium. Oilers fan Brent Oliver braved the frigid conditions in 2003 and was excited to return for this year’s outdoor game between the Calgary Flames…
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Better weather conditions help slow down La Palma wildfire, Spanish authorities say – Winnipeg Free Press
[ad_1] MADRID (AP) — Spanish authorities said on Sunday more favorable weather conditions have helped firefighters slow down the advance of a wildfire on La Palma in Spain’s Canary Islands that has forced the evacuation of more than 4,000 residents. The blaze, which started Saturday, has affected an area of about 4,600 hectares (11,300 acres)…
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How AI might soon rescue consumers from signing up to unfair terms and conditions
[ad_1] Credit: Simona Pillola 2/Shutterstock Most of us buy goods on the internet without reading the terms and conditions. We take it as a given that the clauses in these standardized agreements are non-negotiable, and hope that they are in our best interests. Too often, however, this doesn’t seem to be the case. From laptop…
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Drying conditions return in Alberta, crews see more intense fire activity – Winnipeg Free Press
[ad_1] As more wildfire evacuees are being allowed to return home in Alberta, provincial officials warn that warm, dry conditions are returning this weekend in some areas. Melissa Story with Alberta Wildfire says the elevated fire conditions were anticipated and that crews on the ground are seeing more intense fire activity on the perimeters of…
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Mentha oil dropped on better sowing conditions and weak export demand
[ad_1] Mentha oil yesterday settled down by -0.6% at 961.6 on better sowing conditions in UP and Bihar and weak export demand. The recent period of rain in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar has been beneficial to planting efforts. The forecast of above-average rainfall in May would be beneficial to Mentha’s seeding efforts. Rising menthol imports,…
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PIP: Britons with respiratory conditions could be eligible for extra £748 a month | Personal Finance | Finance
[ad_1] People with respiratory conditions, such as severe asthma, could be missing out on an additional £748 a month in Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The benefit, distributed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is targeted to support people who have an illness or condition that makes it difficult for them to carry out…
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Pakistan Government Approves New Tax on Power to Meet IMF Conditions
[ad_1] Last Updated: February 11, 2023, 15:05 IST Among other measures, the country also agreed to raise 1 per cent the General Sales Tax (GST) rate, in just four months, from the current 17 per cent. (Photo: AFP File) Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, who had led the Pakistan side in talks, told the media on…
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PIP: Thousands of people may get up to £627 per month for 24 respiratory conditions | Personal Finance | Finance
[ad_1] Individuals can get PIP if all of the following apply: A person is 16 or over They have a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability They have difficulty doing certain tasks or getting around They expect the difficulties to last for at least 12 months from when they started. For those who…