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It happened on a… December 3

2019

Spotify say Drake the most streamed star of the 2010s with 28 billion streams.

1995

Goalie Patrick Roy fired by Montreal Canadiens GM Réjean Houle; traded 3 days later to the Colorado Avalanche for Jocelyn Thibault.

1984

“Do They Know It’s Christmas” single written by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure and sung by Band Aid is released in the UK.

In Bhopal, India, more than 2,000 people were killed after a cloud of poisonous gas escaped from a pesticide plant. The plant was operated by a Union Carbide subsidiary.

1968

Singer Presents…Elvis is a televised concert aired by NBC. It marked Presley’s return to live performance after seven years.

1967

In Cape Town, South Africa, a team of surgeons headed by Dr. Christian Barnard, performed the first human heart transplant on Louis Washkansky. Washkansky only lived 18 days.

1961

The Beatles meet future manager Brian Epstein.

1958

Opening of the Autoroute des Laurentides from Montreal.

1917

First train crosses the new Quebec Bridge.

1901

Gillette patented the KC Gillette Razor. It was first razor to feature a permanent handle and disposable double-edge razor blades.

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It happened on a… December 2

2020

The UK becomes the first western country to authorize a vaccine for COVID-19, the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine.

2019

FIFA Ballon d’Or: Barcelona striker Lionel Messi wins his record sixth award. He will add a seventh in 2021.

2014

Stephen Hawking claims that Artificial Intelligence could be a “threat to mankind” and spell the end of the human race.

2013

“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug”, 2nd film in the Hobbit series, directed by Peter Jackson, starring Martin Freeman and Ian McKellen, premieres in Los Angeles

2003

US reality show “The Simple Life” with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie premieres on Fox.

1995

Patrick Roy resigns from the Montreal Canadiens; suspended the following day by General Manager Réjean Houle; later traded to Colorado Avalanche.

1985

Robert Bourassa, with the slogan ‘la force de l’expérience’, leads the Liberals back to power in Quebec after 9 years of PQ rule.

1976

Fidel Castro becomes President of Cuba, replacing Osvaldo Dorticós Torrado.

1969

The Boeing 747 jumbo jet got its first public preview from Seattle, WA, to New York City, NY.

1941

Japanese Marshal Admiral Yamamoto sends his fleet to Pearl Harbor.

1933

Fred Astaire’s 1st film, “Dancing Lady”, released.

1927

1st Model A Ford sold, for $385.

1804

Napoleon was crowned emperor of France at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris.

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Flo Rida, Charlotte Cardin and Cypress Hill are gonna be at this festival in 2024

The FestiVoix de Trois-Rivières, one of the most eagerly awaited musical events of the summer, has just announced the first six artists who will set the stage ablaze from June 27 to July 7, 2024. This 31st edition is already shaping up to be a not-to-be-missed event, blending a variety of genres to satisfy all musical tastes.

World-renowned American rapper Flo Rida will make his long-awaited Trois-Rivières debut on Saturday, July 6 on the Fleuve Loto-Québec stage. With his greatest hits including Low, Wild Ones, Whistle, and My House, Flo Rida has been winning over crowds around the world for over two decades. In fact, he is one of the leading figures in international hip-hop and pop.

West Coast rap pioneers Cypress Hill will also set foot in Trois-Rivières for the first time on June 29. Hailed for their distinctive fusion of rap, rock and Latin influences, the Californian group promises a formidable stage performance. With iconic tracks such as Insane In The Brain, I Ain’t Goin’ Out Like That, and I Wanna Get High, Cypress Hill remains an essential pillar of hip-hop culture.

On Thursday, July 4, the Fleuve Loto-Québec stage welcomes international pop sensation Charlotte Cardin. Following the success of her Big Boy and Main Girl EPs, the Canadian singer propelled her career to new heights with the 2021 album Phoenix, placing her at the top of the nominations for the 2022 JUNO Awards. Her latest opus, 99 nights, released this autumn, confirms her status as a musical phenomenon.

Rock fans will be delighted on July 5 with the presence of +LIVE+. The band, which has sold over 22 million albums worldwide, promises a vibrant evening on the Fleuve Loto-Québec stage. With classics such as Lightning Crashes and I Alone, +LIVE+ left their mark on the 90s musical landscape with a unique sound blending rock, post-grunge and spiritual elements.

The final day of the festival, Sunday July 7, will feature an emotional performance by Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis. Known for hits like Waves, Be Alright and How do I say goodbye, Lewis has won over audiences worldwide and promises to close the FestiVoix in style.

As an added bonus, Quebec group Salebarbes will open the first evening of the festival on June 27 with their show À boire deboutte, offering a festive atmosphere on the banks of the St. Lawrence River.

In anticipation of this exceptional event, tickets are already available online, giving festival-goers the chance to reserve their place for an unforgettable musical experience. The FestiVoix de Trois-Rivières is set to rock the city with a diverse program that promises to thrill music lovers from all walks of life.

To find out more about the festival, or to purchase your tickets in advance, please visit the official Festivoix website.

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Trudeau’s government reached a historic agreement with Google, how did they do it?

Google and the Canadian government have reached a $100 million agreement on the controversial Bill C-18, also known as the Online Information Act.

After months of negotiations, Google will continue to provide Canadian information on its various platforms, as Google has reportedly agreed to pay Canadian media companies $100 million a year to help them comply with the agreement.

Details of the application and implementation of this settlement had not yet been revealed at the time of writing, while Minister St. Onge would make the official announcement on Parliament Hill.

Google had initially expressed serious concerns about the bill, which the company described as a link tax that, according to Google, would have threatened the basis on which search engines have operated for over thirty years.

Google threatened to remove Canadian news articles from its search results in protest at the proposed regulations. This would have had a considerable impact on the accessibility of online information for Canadians, after Facebook had implemented the same threats earlier this year.

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The announcement of this landmark agreement is a major development for Canadian information after a period of uncertainty, particularly over a future settlement with Meta, the giant behind Facebook and Instagram.

The agreement with Google was reached just before the December 19 deadline, when Bill C-18 will be implemented.

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Taylor Swift tops Spotify’s Wrapped in 2023

Spotify’s Wrapped campaign has been revealed as 2023 draws to a close. The result gives an insight into the year’s music and podcast trends… and the top artist of 2023 is Taylor Swift!

Are you surprised?

Taylor Swift was the most dominant artist on Spotify, winning the title of Spotify’s Best Global Artist and solidifying her dominance of the year 2023!

She dethrones Bad Bunny, who topped the Wrapped chart for the past three years!

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Swift’s success is largely due to her world tour, The Eras Tour, and to her fans around the globe, who contributed over 26.1 billion streams in a single year. The singer is also the most listened-to artist in the United States in 2023.

Spotify has also taken on the singer’s colors for its fans, who will see a new aesthetic when they listen to Swift’s music on the app!

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Swift will also send a thank-you note and a special card to her most loyal fans…

Wrapped also displays the most listened-to songs in the world.

Miley Cyrus’ Flowers tops the list… as the song has been listened to 1.6 billion times!

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This Is Me… Now: A musical and cinematic journey for J. Lo

Jennifer Lopez will make a triumphant return to music with the release of her ninth studio album, This is Me…Now, on February 16, 2024.

The album will be accompanied by a film, which can be viewed on Prime.

The album is a conceptual follow-up to 2002’s This Is Me…Then, which included the songs Jenny From the Block and Dear Ben. The star, known for his iconic presence in the industry, will offer an immersive experience that blurs the line between film and music.

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Lopez announced the new concept album with an explosive trailer. The album’s themes of love, pain and self-discovery are visually depicted in striking images!

The first single, Can’t Get Enough, will be released on January 10.

Are you ready for the return of J. Lo?

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It happened on a… December 1

2019

Earliest traceable patient, a 55-year-old man, develops symptoms of a novel coronavirus (Covid-19) in Wuhan, China.

1994

Lucien Bouchard struck by flesh-eating bacteria; doctors will be forced to amputate his left leg.

1988

Benazir Bhutto named 1st female Prime Minister of a Muslim country (Pakistan).

1984

American tennis icon Chris Evert wins her 1,000th career professional match.

“Beverly Hills Cop” directed by Martin Brest and starring Eddie Murphy and Judge Reinhold premieres in Los Angeles.

1982

“Tootsie” directed by Sydney Pollack and starring Dustin Hoffman and Jessica Lange premieres in Hollywood.

1971

John Lennon and Yoko Ono release “Happy Xmas (War is Over)” in US.

1955

Rosa Parks, a black seamstress in Montgomery, AL, refused to give up her seat to a white man. Mrs. Parks was arrested marking a milestone in the civil rights movement in the U.S.

1953

Hugh Hefner publishes 1st edition of Playboy magazine, featuring Marilyn Monroe as the magazine’s 1st centerfold.

1952

In Denmark, it was announced that the first successful sex-change operation had been performed.

1934

Leningrad mayor Sergey Kirov is assassinated and Joseph Stalin uses it as an excuse to begin his Great Purge of 1934-38.

1929

Game of Bingo invented by Edwin S Lowe.

1924

The Boston Bruins beat fellow expansion Montreal Maroons, 2-1 at Boston Arena; first NHL game to be played in the United States

1913

Ford Motor Co. began using a new movable assembly line that ushered in the era of mass production.

The first drive-in automobile service station opened, in Pittsburgh, PA.

1909

1st Israeli kibbutz founded, Deganya Alef.

1906

Cinema Omnia Pathe, world’s 1st cinema, opens (Paris)

1903

“The Great Train Robbery”, the 1st Western film, released.

1887

Sherlock Holmes first appears in print in “Study in Scarlet” by Arthur Conan Doyle.

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Lance Stroll seems very much in love with this reality star

Content creator and model Marilou Bélanger shares an adorable photo with her boyfriend, racing driver Lance Stroll, and the two look more in love than ever!

“So so proud of you boubi💚💚,” she teased alongside the beautiful photo.

Adorable!

The Canadian Formula 1 star just finished 10th in his Aston Martin at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, held on the Yas Marin circuit!

A good finish to the season for Lance, and Marilou looked absolutely delighted!

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Paris Hilton strikes back at trolls who attack her baby’s appearance

Paris Hilton has spoken out about a painful experience, according to People, fighting hateful online criticism of her baby’s appearance.

Paris Hilton chose to make a statement after receiving several negative comments on social media regarding the appearance of her son Phoenix, after the star posted a photo of him on Instagram.

According to People, Hilton explained that her instincts forced her to confront the online trolls after comments were made about her baby’s head.

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The star reportedly answered back to a TikTok user, who was having a little too much fun with little Phoenix’s appearance, shortly after the photo was published:

“There are some sick people in this world. My angel is perfectly healthy. And yes, of course he has been to a doctor, he just has a large brain.”

Paris Hilton also recently announced the arrival of her 2nd child, a daughter named London, somewhat to everyone’s surprise!

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It happened on a… November 30

2016

UNESCO adds Belgian beer to its Cultural Heritage List

1998

Exxon and Mobil sign a USD$73.7 billion agreement to merge, thus creating ExxonMobil, the world’s largest company.

1993

“Schindler’s List”, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Liam Neeson, Ben Kingsley, and Ralph Fiennes, premieres in Washington, D.C. (Academy Awards Best Picture 1994).

1986

Czech tennis star Ivan Lendl is first player to make over $10 million in career earnings.

1982

“Thriller”, 6th studio album by Michael Jackson is released (Grammy Award Album of the Year 1984, best-selling album of all time, Billboard Album of the Year 1983).

The motion picture “Ghandi” had its world premiere in New Delhi.

1979

Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” released, sells 6 million copies in 2 weeks.

1886

The Folies Bergère stages its first revue in Paris.

1872

The first-ever international football match takes place at Hamilton Crescent, Glasgow, between Scotland and England.