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Thunder Bay, Ont., cyclist takes on 800-kilometre ride through South Africa

Dave Campbell of Thunder Bay, Ont., is resting his legs after taking the ride of his life through the Western Cape of South Africa in the 800-kilometre bikepacking 'Rhino Run.' Here are some of the photos he shared from his six-day expedition at the end of October.



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Parents demand refunds after Thunder Bay, Ont., climbing gym locks doors

As a troubled local gym goes dark, some members and the landlord say they haven’t heard from the owner about the future of the business in Thunder Bay, Ont.



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Auditor finds federal critical minerals strategy lacking analysis of impact on climate, Indigenous people

A federal audit of Canada’s strategy to promote the extraction of critical minerals says the government isn’t giving due consideration to the potential impact of mining on the environment, biodiversity and Indigenous people.



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Corruption revelations, Trump presidency loom over this year's COP climate conference

The crowning achievement at last year's COP climate conference in Dubai was a global consensus on the need to "transition away from fossil fuels." This year, the conference had not even started yet before BBC News exposed senior organizers of using the event to arrange potential deals for fossil fuel expansion. The recent election of Donald Trump in the U.S. has added an additional layer of uncertainty to this year's meeting.




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Motorcyclist dies in weekend Kingsville crash

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say one person is dead after a Saturday afternoon single-vehicle collision in Essex County involving a motorcycle.



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Why a petrostate is hosting UN climate talks — again




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Motorcyclist dead after collision with SUV in Mount Albert, Ont.

One person is dead after a motorcycle and an SUV collided in Mount Albert, Ont., on Monday, Ontario Provincial Police say.



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'Team SOLIDWORKS' cyclists set $500,000 goal for cancer cure

Eighty riders pedaling hundreds of miles in Pan-Massachusetts Challenge




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'Morphing handcycle' provides new freedom of movement for disabled cyclists

Designed in SOLIDWORKS software, this lowriding sport machine becomes nimble highrider on demand




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U.K. consultancy's wireless lights designed in SOLIDWORKS help cyclists keep rolling safely at night

Gavin Thomson Design developed Bicygnals front and rear bicycle lights with integrated turn signals




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Roof for Two Uses SolidWorks Software to Design First-of-its-Kind Roof for Motorcyclists

FISHER/UNITECH Provides Tools to Create a Collapsible, Detachable Roof That Can Be Pulled Over a Motorcycle in a Few Seconds




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News24 Business | SA's climate billions: Less than 25% of the funding has flowed so far

As the COP annual gathering rolls around again, only a quarter of the funding pledged for SA's just energy transition has found its way into the country




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Climbing for the freedom of millions

Forty-seven women from all over the world are climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in Kenya this week to raise awareness of global injustices against women and children.




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Freedom Climbers complete first leg

The Freedom Climbers have completed the first leg of their trek up Mt. Kilimanjaro. They climb to raise awareness and funds to combat slavery.




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Freedom Climbers reach Kilimanjaro summit

After five days of strenuous hiking and altitude sickness, the Freedom Climbers rejoice at the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, fittingly called Uhuru (freedom) Peak.




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Women complete Kilimanjaro climb

Tired but jubilant, the Freedom Climbers arrive back safely in Loitokitok, Kenya, on 16 January.




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Climbing for the freedom of women worldwide

150 gathered for the first Freedom Climb Conference in September to learn how to become advocates for oppressed women and children around the world.




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Women embark on climb against modern-day slavery

Forty-five women from around the world begin their trek on 9 April to Mt. Everest Base Camp and summit of Kala Patthar Peak in Nepal.




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Freedom Climbers complete first few days

The Freedom Climb team completes the first few days of the journey to Mt. Everest Base Came and Kala Patthar Peak. Please pray for them.




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Freedom Climbers press on for the oppressed

The Freedom Climbers remain encouraged through increasing altitudes and dropping temperatures as they continue upward to Mt. Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar Peak.




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Freedom Climbers finish!

The Freedom Climb team has made it safely back to Kathmandu, and each climber is heading home.




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Freedom Climb expands to Freedom Challenge in US

The Freedom Climb becomes The Freedom Challenge to include more women in a movement to raise awareness, prayer and funds to combat slavery.




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Climbing for freedom in New Zealand

About 110 men, women and children climbed five volcanoes in Auckland in the Freedom Climb New Zealand on Saturday, 16 August.




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Free dental clinic

OM Guatemala responds to the situation of members within a poor area, whose poverty and lack of information, lead to bad dental hygiene.




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Cycling for transformation in Malawi

Over an eight-day period, 18 Ride2Transform cyclists travelled 690 kilometers, participating in a personal journey with the Lord and praying for the country of Malawi.




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Many reached during medical clinic in Chincha

A team of volunteers and doctors attended to over 300 people in a town almost destroyed by an earthquake in 2007.




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Freedom Challenge climbs Machu Picchu

Forty women climb Machu Picchu to raise awareness about human trafficking during a five-day Freedom Challenge trek in Peru.




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Climbing for the Jogini Girls in India

On 22 August, 150 people climbed in the inaugural OM Boonah Freedom Climb to raise awareness and funding for the Jogini girls of India.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I take better control of my finances?

In the spirit of Women’s Month in August, Tamryn Lamb, head of retail distribution at Allan Gray, shares a few lessons she has learnt over the years to help other women to take control of their finances.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I'm struggling to make ends meet. What should I consider before cashing out my savings?

JustMoney.co.za marketing manager Shafeeka Anthony lists the implications to consider before withdrawing savings or investments.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I'm in financial trouble. Can I get a loan from my provident fund?

A Fin24 reader facing financial hardship wants to know if it would be possible to get a loan from his provident fund.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I can't afford to pay for debt clearance certificate. What are my options?

A News24 Business reader has to pay R500 to receive a debt clearance certificate but is currently unemployed.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How do I initiate the process of prescribing my debt?

A News24 Business reader considering prescribing her debt looks to an expert for guidance on how the process works.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | Should I access my retirement fund or leave it untouched?

A News24 Business reader who resigned from her job with R300 000 accumulated in her retirement savings wants to know if she should access some of her funds.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What are the financial considerations of divorce?

Simon Dippenaar, founder and managing partner at Simon Dippenaar & Associates, looks at the financial consequences of divorce and what you should consider.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How does my insurer value my motor vehicle?

The Ombud for Short-term Insurance explains how motor vehicles are valued and what this implies for their cover,




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What exactly is gap cover and why is it important?

Three brokers discuss some of the common misunderstandings about gap cover.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest individually for each of my children. What are my options?

A News24 reader looks to an expert for guidance on the best investment vehicles for each of her children.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I don't have a credit history yet - how do I start?

A good credit score is not only necessary when you want to buy a house, car or to fund your studies - it can also save you money. Having no credit history can also count against you.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest. What questions should I ask the financial services provider?

The South African Association of Treasury Advisors highlights the importance of dealing only with an authorised financial services provider when making any investment.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | I want to invest but am fearful of losing money. How can I overcome this?

An investment writer at Allan Gray discusses how investors can overcome the fear of losing money.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How to deal with the aftermath of festive spending

There are roughly six weeks between an early December salary payment and January month-end. Consumers will likely spend more than at any other time – often on credit.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I avoid falling into a debt spiral this year?

TransUnion CEO Lee Naik shares five tips that could help to resolve financial strains.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How do interest rate hikes affect my finances?

Kondi Nkosi, country head at Schroders in South Africa, discusses interest rates and the role it plays personal finance and the greater economy.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | Money is tight. How do I go about keeping insurance within my budget?

Stian de Witt, executive head at employee benefits firm NMG Benefits, shares a few tips on how to keep insurance in your budget when times are tough.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | How can I financially prepare for life's unpredictable events?

George Kolbe, Head of Life Insurance Marketing at Momentum discusses the recommended ways to prepare for unexpected occurrences.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | What are my rights and responsibilities when it comes to insurance?

Wynand van Vuuren, client experience partner at King Price insurance, unpacks the rights and responsibilities of a consumer when it comes to insurance.




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News24 Business | MONEY CLINIC | My bank account is frozen. What can I do?

JustMoney explains why your bank account may have been frozen, and what you can do to solve the problem.




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News24 Business | Third-quarter unemployment rate decline outstrips expectations

South Africa's unemployment rate fell by more than expected in the third quarter, declining by 1.4 percentage points to 32.1%.




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Justices Decline Challenge to Exclusive Public-Employee Union Representation

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to take up a case that held the potential to deal a further blow to public-employee unions after last year's "Janus" decision.