Introduced to Newfoundland in 1878 for meat, a booming moose population of roughly 110,000 is severely overbrowsing local forests, prompting ongoing management and hunting quotas.
Newfoundland's introduced moose population, which grew rapidly due to ideal conditions and lack of predators, has had a profound impact on the island's forests, leading to over-browsing and necessitating management to balance habitat and population sizes.
Over a century ago, a few moose introduced to Newfoundland for hunting multiplied into one of North America's largest populations, profoundly reshaping the island's forests. Wildlife managers now balance moose numbers with habitat capacity, using a 2022-2026 plan to prevent over-browsing and vehicle collisions.
Healthcare workers in Newfoundland and Labrador were promised a paid day off via email, only to discover it was a cybersecurity test to track clicks. The 'cruel hoax' targeted already overworked and burned-out staff, leading to disbelief, anger, and at least one resignation.
Healthcare workers in Newfoundland and Labrador received an email promising a "June Holiday" as a reward for overtime, only to discover it was a cybersecurity test to track clicks. The hoax sparked anger and disbelief among already overworked and underappreciated staff, with union leaders calling it "cruel" and "disrespectful."
