Cindy Blackstock says, Respect the human rights of First Nations children. The Canadian government says, We’ll see you in court.
The government has spent $8.3 million fighting against the human rights of First Nations children.
Category: News
The Iranian election of 2021 is irritating its citizens
A citizen of Iran, sits down with 8forty to discuss the state of elections in the country.
The IOC has prohibited athletes from expressing political views at Tokyo Olympics this summer
Olympic athletes will face discipline for taking a knee, raising their fist, or displaying any political logos.
Burnaby residents’ vaccine stories inspire hope and optimism
As of the 6th of June, 2021, over 60% of all Canadians have been administered at least one dose of the covid-19 vaccine, and 8% of the entirety of the population of Canada is fully vaccinated. That’s nearly 3 million people.
Mayweather’s demolition of Logan Paul is just the latest in a growing trend of celebrity boxing
The YouTuber held his own against the retired pro, following an entertainment trail blazed by other YouTubers in 2017.
Qatar accused of human rights abuses ahead of the 2022 World Cup
6,500 migrant workers have died in Qatar–more than in any other host country in the history of the tournament.
The 2021 Colombian Protests are the culmination of a long history of dissatisfaction with the government
The government’s new proposals are simply the straw that broke the camel’s back.
The fight against Harvard that may take down affirmative action
The case alleges discrimination against Asian Americans, and may soon be taken up by the Supreme Court.
Iranian government continues to falsify COVID-19 death count, information provided by hospital insider suggests
A nurse at the Khatam al-Anbia hospital provided 8forty with COVID death numbers that are hard to square with the government’s claims.
The film Songbird imagines what would happen if the pandemic got much worse
A Corrupt government, an extremely strict lockdown and a deadlier virus makes for a not-so-great year.
The Downfall of Kim and Kanye’s Relationship
The celebrity couple may be headed for a divorce for multiple reasons.
Cyclist Chris Bruckner breaks world records as he cycled through Canada
Chris Bruckner receives his award a year and a half later for accomplishing a new Guinness world record.
The Downfall of the Toronto Raptors
The Raptors have started with a depressing start but slowly creeping around the corner with a comeback to their bad start.
Why you should be worried about the new coronavirus mutation
The coronavirus is already dreadful as it is, but now it’s only going to go downhill.
Did this 1 in 7.5 trillion Minecraft speedrun actually happen?
Let’s see how a YouTuber’s reputation that took six years to build up, only took a few minutes to fall apart.
I interviewed an up and coming local streetwear designer to see what creating a brand is
A student from a BC high school has found early success creating his own clothing brand.
COVID-19 will continue to impact all of us economically long after reopening
The strict ‘stay at home’ orders enacted by many countries have prevented many people from going to work, but government programs are aiming to mitigate the economic harm.
Law enforcement may be banned from all schools within Vancouver
In a meeting on June 16th with the Vancouver Elementary School Teachers Association, a decision has been passed that all police would be banned from Vancouver schools until organizations have addressed the oppression of minorities and outbursts of protests.
How social media has turned attention into money
Social media trends lead to influencers making money from companies capitalizing on their growing fan base.
Dolan twins turn the loss of their father into an opportunity to help others
A documentary from the content creators pays tribute to their father and introduces their charitable efforts.
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