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Notre-Dame Cathedral Reborn: A Testament to Resilience and Restoration

  After five years of meticulous reconstruction, the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral is set to reopen its doors to the public on December 8, 2024. The reopening ceremony will take place on December 7, marking a significant milestone in the cathedral's history. The fire on April 15, 2019, caused extensive damage to the historic cathedral, collapsing its iconic spire and causing significant harm to its roof, stained-glass windows, and interior artworks. Despite initial doubts and estimates that the restoration could take up to 40 years, French President Emmanuel Macron's ambitious goal to complete the reconstruction within five years has been achieved. The restoration project, costing around $737 million, was funded by donations from 340,000 individuals across 150 countries. The project involved the efforts of 2,000 artisans and 250 companies, who worked tirelessly to restore the cathedral to its former glory. The new roof and spire have been built using 1,500 trees, including the ta...
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Nearly Two Dozen Arrested Following Gunfire in Toronto’s West End

 

Toronto police have arrested almost two dozen individuals after an exchange of gunfire erupted in the city’s west end late Monday night. The incident occurred around 11:20 p.m. near Queen Street West and Sudbury Street.

According to police reports, multiple firearms were seized during the arrests. Fortunately, no one was shot, although an unmarked police car was struck by gunfire. One person was taken to the hospital as a precaution but did not sustain any injuries.

The investigation has led to the closure of the busy Queen Street West route during the morning commute, causing significant disruptions. Police are expected to provide more details later today.


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