Outside of Sarnia’s Inn of the Good Shepherd, client Wyatt Mitchell said he’s come to depend on the in-house food bank. “I come here monthly. Sometimes I have to come here four or five times a week for lunch because they offer a meal a day,” said Mitchell. But the food bank itself is struggling. Right now, it serves about 2,200 people per month. And according to Executive Director Myles Vanni, it’s experienced a 20 per cent increase in usage, while at the same time a 20 per cent decrease in food donations. On top of that, Vanni said cash donations aren’t keeping pace with food costs. “Prior to COVID we would spend roughly maybe $5,000 a month on purchasing food. Now we’re finding months it’s maybe as high as $25,000 just to make sure we’ve got enough on stock. And even with that, there are mornings when we have to close the food bank early just because the number of people lined up to come in exceeds the food that we’ve got on the shelves,” explained Vanni. The Inn of the Good Shepherd is certainly not alone. According to a new report by Feed Ontario, Ontario’s largest collective of hunger relief organizations, food banks across the province are cutting services as demand outpaces resources. The report says more than one million people accessed a food bank between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024, an increase of 25 per cent over last year and 86 per cent since 2019-2020. In addition, Ontario food banks were visited more than 7.6 million times throughout the year, an increase of 31 per cent over last year. And further, two in five visitors had never accessed a food bank before, representing an increase of 43 per cent. The smaller of Sarnia’s two food banks is also facing increased pressure. River City Vinyard community shelter in Sarnia on Dec. 2, 2024. (Bryan Bicknell/CTV News London) River City Vinyard serves between 300 and 450 people per month, according to manager Audrey Kelway. But last month came a situation she said they had never experienced before. “So, we did have to close it a few times in November because we had nothing to give,” said Kelway. She said she hesitated to reach out to the community for donations, knowing there are many others struggling, themselves. In the meantime, both Sarnia food banks say they’re counting on the holidays to bring out the spirit of giving. “Now people have started. Usually at Christmas people get pretty generous, so we will start to get some more things,” said Kelway. Shopping Trends The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us. 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WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Sunday that the sudden collapse of the Syrian government under Bashar Assad is a “fundamental act of justice” after decades of repression, but it was “a moment of risk and uncertainty” for the Middle East. Biden spoke at the White House hours after rebel groups completed a takeover of the country following more than a dozen years of violent civil war and decades of leadership by Assad and his family . Biden said the United States was monitoring reports of the whereabouts of Assad, with Russian state media saying he had fled to Moscow and received asylum from his longtime ally. The outgoing Biden administration and President-elect Donald Trump were working to make sense of new threats and opportunities across the Middle East. Biden credited action by the U.S. and its allies for weakening Syria’s backers — Russia, Iran and Hezbollah. He said “for the first time” that they could no longer defend Assad’s grip on power. “Our approach has shifted the balance of power in the Middle East,” Biden said, after a meeting with his national security team. Trump said Sunday that Assad had fled because close ally Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, “was not interested in protecting him any longer.” Those comments on Trump’s social media platform came a day after he used another post to decry the possibility of the U.S. intervening militarily in Syria to aid the rebels, declaring, “THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT.” The Biden administration said it had no intention of intervening. The U.S has about 900 troops in Syria, including forces working with Kurdish allies in the opposition-held northeast to prevent any resurgence of the Islamic State group. Biden said he intended for those troops to remain, adding that U.S. forces on Sunday conducted “precision air strikes” on IS camps and operations in Syria. U.S. Central Command said the operation hit more than 75 targets. “We’re clear-eyed about the fact that ISIS will try and take advantage of any vacuum to reestablish its credibility, and create a safe haven,” Biden said, using a different acronym for the group. “We will not let that happen.” The Syrian opposition that brought down Assad is led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham , which the U.S. says is a terrorist organization with links to al-Qaida, although the group says it has since broken ties with al-Qaida. “We will remain vigilant,” Biden said. “Make no mistake, some of the rebel groups that took down Assad have their own grim record of terrorism and human rights abuses.” He added that the groups are “saying the right things now.” “But as they take on greater responsibility, we will assess not just their words, but their actions,” Biden said. 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Like Biden, Trump, who takes office in five-plus weeks, made a connection between the upheaval in Syria and Russia’s war in Ukraine , noting that Assad’s allies in Moscow, as well as in Iran, the main sponsor of Hamas and Hezbollah, “are in a weakened state right now.” Vice President-elect JD Vance , a veteran of the U.S.-led war in Iraq, wrote on social media Sunday to express skepticism about the insurgents. “Many of ‘the rebels’ are a literal offshoot of ISIS. One can hope they’ve moderated. Time will tell,” he said. Trump has suggested that Assad’s ouster can advance the prospects for an end to fighting in Ukraine, which was invaded by Russia in February 2022. The president-elect wrote that Putin’s government “lost all interest in Syria because of Ukraine” and Trump called for an immediate ceasefire, a day after meeting in Paris with the French and Ukrainian leaders . Daniel B. Shapiro, a deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Middle East, said the American military presence will continue in eastern Syria but was “solely to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS and has nothing to do with other aspects of this conflict.” “We call on all parties in Syria to protect civilians, particularly those from Syria’s minority communities to respect international military norms and to work to achieve a resolution to include the political settlement,” Shapiro said. “Multiple actors in this conflict have a terrible track record, to include Assad’s horrific crimes, Russia’s indiscriminate aerial bomb bombardment, Iranian-back militia involvement and the atrocities of ISIS,” he added. Shapiro also said “no one should shed any tears over the Assad regime.” As they pushed toward the Syrian capital of Damascus, the opposition forces freed political detainees from government prisons. The family of missing U.S. journalist Austin Tice renewed calls to find him. “To everyone in Syria that hears this, please remind people that we’re waiting for Austin,” Tice’s mother, Debra, said in comments that hostage advocacy groups spread on social media. “We know that when he comes out, he’s going to be fairly dazed & he’s going to need lots of care & direction. Direct him to his family please!” Tice disappeared in 2012 outside Damascus as the civil war was intensifying. “We’ve remained committed to returning him to his family,” Biden said at the White House. “We believe he’s alive, we think we can get him back but we have no direct evidence to that yet. And Assad should be held accountable.” The president added: “We have to identify where he is.” The U.S. has no new evidence that Tice is alive but continues to operate under the assumption that he is, according to a U.S. official. The official, who was not authorized to comment publicly, added that the U.S. will continue to work to identify Tice’s whereabouts and to try to bring him home. Associated Press writers Jon Gambrell in Manama, Bahrain, and Aamer Madhani and AP White House Correspondent Zeke Miller contributed to this report.Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Peterborough Telegraph, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you. A shock departure has left I’m a Celebrity fans ‘disappointed’ tonight. N-Dubz singer Tulisa became the third star to leave the jungle after another public vote. The former X-Factor judge was joined by ex-Strictly professional Oti Mabuse in the bottom two. It comes as a surprise after Barry McGuigan was made the favourite to leave in the bookies odds after narrowly avoiding departure on Sunday night. It has really put the cat amongst the pigeons and is sure to keep fans guessing all the way to the final. Keep up with the schedule for I’m a Celebrity in our watch guide for the coming week. Stay up-to-date with the latest UK news and culture with our free UK Today newsletter. The third eviction from I’m a Celeb has rattled fans, who took to social media to share their surprise and other reactions. It comes after Jane and Dean were the first two celebs to be eliminated from the show over the weekend. One fan wrote on Twitter: “Tulisa will be the queen in my eyes. I am so disappointed at this.” While another echoed: “Naaahhh who didn’t vote for Tulisa and Oti? People thought they were safe.” Another wrote: “Oti in the bottom and tulisa gone. I hate the British public.” And one person added: “Tulisa? I was sure she’d be in it to the final...” One declared it the ‘best camp’. They wrote: “Every person voted out from tonight onwards is going to come as a shock, genuinely can’t call it. They’re the best wee camp.” What did you make of the eviction on I’m a Celebrity tonight? Share your thoughts by emailing me: [email protected] .Utah's largest indoor prehistoric playground and interactive STEM connection; Mountain America Jurassic Jungle now open SANDY, Utah, Dec. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union announced its sponsorship of Thanksgiving Point's newest attraction, the Mountain America Jurassic Jungle , a brand-new five-story indoor play space where prehistory meets adventure. This state-of-the-art playground features dozens of interactive elements designed to engage and excite visitors of all ages. A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. "We are proud to expand our support for Thanksgiving Point in bringing Jurassic Jungle to life,” said Sterling Nielsen, president and CEO at Mountain America. "This incredible play space will undoubtedly become a cherished destination for families across Utah and beyond.” Jurassic Jungle offers a unique blend of fun and learning with attractions such as a five-story volcano slide, interactive dinosaur animatronics, and a variety of jungle challenges. Families can track down a T. rex, escape a volcanic eruption, and wrangle a pack of raptors, all while earning points to exchange for exciting prizes. "Jurassic Jungle is the perfect place for families to explore and learn together,” said McKay Christensen, CEO of Thanksgiving Point. "We are excited to provide a space where children and adults alike can immerse themselves in a prehistoric world filled with adventure and discovery. We couldn't have done this without the generous support of Mountain America Credit Union.” As the largest indoor prehistoric playground in Utah, Jurassic Jungle promises a fun-filled day for the entire family. Don't miss out on this exciting new attraction-get your tickets today! For more information about Mountain America Credit Union visit www.macu.com . For more information and to purchase tickets for Jurassic Jungle, visit Thanksgiving Point's website . About Mountain America Credit Union With more than 1 million members and $20 billion in assets, Mountain America Credit Union helps its members define and achieve their financial dreams. Mountain America provides consumers and businesses with a variety of convenient, flexible products and services, as well as sound, timely advice. Members enjoy access to secure, cutting-edge mobile banking technology, over 100 branches across multiple states, and more than 50,000 surcharge-free ATMs. Mountain America-guiding you forward. Learn more at macu.com About Thanksgiving Point Created in 1995 by Alan and Karen Ashton, Thanksgiving Point is where curious kids grow. Welcoming millions of annual visitors to learn, dine, play, and explore together, Thanksgiving Point's mission is focused on helping all Utah kids. At Thanksgiving Point's award-winning venues and events, kids of all backgrounds gain confidence and get curious about STEM concepts they can use throughout their lives. Thanksgiving Point is located at 3003 North Thanksgiving Way in Lehi, Utah. For more information, call 801.768.2300 or visit ThanksgivingPoint.org. CONTACT: Contact: [email protected] , macu.com/newsroom
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The internet has long been dominated by Google, a major company that has established its authority in online searches. However, a new contender, ChatGPT, is entering the arena. By utilizing advanced AI technology, ChatGPT offers users a fresh approach to online searching. Now, people must consider whether this new option can compete with the well-established presence of Google . The OpenAI language processing technology powers search in ChatGPT. Rather than a list of links, users are given conversational and direct answers to their questions in search in ChatGPT. The innovation represents a combination of deep learning and a natural understanding of the language to provide almost human-like responses. Such an approach emphasizes the need to make information concise, accurate, and contextual, with the desire to eliminate most of the pain points people may have in traditional search engines. The most defining characteristic of ChatGPT search is that it is conversational. It saves the users from the bother of searching multiple web pages to get an answer. Upon receiving a question, the system responds with the most simple and direct language possible. This conversation interaction gives an intuitive feel to the user, especially those who value time and efficiency. It also gives nuanced answers, so it's very easy to ask complicated questions that normally involve deep digging through many different websites . The ability of the AI to understand nuances and context makes it good at answering questions that involve depth or layers. For over two decades, Google has been the benchmark online search platform. Providing the right results at record speeds due to comprehensive algorithms combined with an index that is enormous in scale about web pages, Google complements the search capabilities in a way that includes features such as predictive text, image search, and voice queries. This integration with such an established ecosystem by Google that just works fluently across platforms like Gmail , Google Maps, and YouTube makes it a really strong competitor in the space of tech. Although dominant, Google's traditional approach to presenting search results has been criticized. Relying on ads and occasionally giving more importance to sponsored content than organic results frustrates users. In addition, finding specific answers typically requires multiple clicks and further exploration, which is often a time-consuming process. ChatGPT Search does its best to provide very fast, conversational answers. It will save users who want easy answers from time and trouble. The AI model is very good for specific searches, creative ideas, and learning. However, the depth and breadth of ChatGPT Search pale compared to Google. Its training data is only good for what it is, possibly not current and certainly not anything close to all-inclusive. On the other hand, Google has web crawling power that guarantees the freshest from the most diverse sources. Google’s robust ecosystem and established trust among users make it a tough competitor to displace. Features such as Google Scholar for academic searches, Google Images for visual content, and the Knowledge Graph for rich snippets provide unmatched versatility. ChatGPT Search is innovative but lacks those other additional tools. With the integration of ChatGPT Search, how people acquire information retrieval techniques has changed. It forms a step towards the most customized and interactive experiences in search, especially among professionals, students, or anyone seeking the most accurate answers quickly in an alternative way. It is expected to shift the competition into the innovations to be built at the research level in terms of searching. Further, AI advancements boost Google's search engines, so it introduces natural models similar to ChatGPT. Which may lead to better usability or various other features sometime from now. This could become the rule—the coexistence of all kinds of search engines be it traditional or AI power. Each one serves different needs. Google contains very exhaustive resources; on the other hand, its conversational and user-friendly cousin is ChatGPT Search. The choice will depend much on individual preferences and exactly on the requirements of a question. This gap can be reduced further with further developments in AI technology. However, ChatGPT Search will continue to be able to innovate its offerings, while Google's innovation will probably keep it on top for a long time. ChatGPT Search is going to reveal the power of AI in changing the face of things in the digital world. The gold standard for web search happens to be Google, and the alternative options are rising fast with alternatives such as ChatGPT Search. 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