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CanadaMar 31, 2025

Additional sex assault charges laid against Calgary massage therapist

Calgary police say a massage therapist has been handed three more sexual assault charges on top of the one he already had. Donald Patrick Harris was charged earlier this month after a matter involving a client in January, where he allegedly touched the victim in a sexual manner without consent. Police say more victims have since come forward, leading to more charges against the 46-year-old man who had been working at Parkview Massage and Wellness. Investigators are reminding the public that there is no time limit on reporting sexual assault and that victims are to report it, even if
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IndiaMar 31, 2025

AAP Prepares for By-Elections in Ludhiana West Constituency

The by-elections for Punjab's Ludhiana West assembly constituency are expected to be held in May, prompting the AAP to intensify its election campaign. According to reports, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and party leader Arvind Kejriwal will be campaigning in Ludhiana for three days, starting tomorrow. Sanjeev Arora, AAP’s candidate for the Ludhiana West seat and current Rajya Sabha member, shared that Kejriwal will hold a rally against drugs in Ludhiana's Ghumar Mandi on April 2. He added that both Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal, along with the entire state leadership, wil
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CanadaMar 31, 2025

Mark Carney Unveils Plan to Build 500,000 New Homes Annually to Address Canada’s Housing Crisis

Amid Canada’s ongoing housing crisis, Liberal Leader Mark Carney has announced plans to build approximately 500,000 new homes per year and establish a new housing agency called Build Canada Homes. This agency will serve as a developer overseeing the construction of affordable homes across the country if Carney’s government returns to power. Carney stated that his government would double the number of homes built, which he believes will help lower housing prices. It’s important to note that house prices in Canada have risen significantly in recent years, with the average price of a home
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CanadaMar 31, 2025

Surrey Property and Road Taxes Set to Increase; Mayor Calls It the Smallest Tax Hike

Surrey property and road taxes are set to increase, with the city considering a 2.8 percent property tax hike and a one percent road levy increase. Mayor Brenda Locke stated that this would likely be the smallest property tax increase Surrey has ever experienced. The mayor emphasized that the city’s construction and amenities are crucial in these uncertain times, which is why efforts were made to keep the tax increase as low as possible. Mayor Locke also announced that the public will have the opportunity to comment on the proposal until April 11. After that, it will be reviewed by the Fina
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BCMar 31, 2025

British Columbia to Eliminate Consumer Carbon Tax

The British Columbia government is moving forward with the elimination of the consumer carbon tax. The province's Finance Minister, Brenda Bailey, has introduced a bill in the legislature to remove the 17-year-old tax for the public. Additionally, the payment related to the carbon tax that people will receive in April will be the final one. It is important to note that the consumer carbon tax has been in effect in BC since 2008. Its removal will result in a loss of approximately $1.5 billion to the provincial budget.
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BCMar 31, 2025

British Columbia Set to Cut Gas Prices with Carbon Tax Elimination

British Columbians could see a drop in gas prices starting April 1 as Premier David Eby's government introduces legislation in the legislature today to eliminate the consumer carbon tax. The move is expected to reduce gas prices by approximately 17 cents per liter and save residential natural gas consumers around $30 per month. However, passing the bill in the legislature on time may prove challenging. The BC Greens have expressed reluctance to support the bill without a replacement climate plan, while the BC Conservative Party has stated it will only support the bill if it does not further b
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WorldMar 31, 2025

Over 2,000 Dead in Myanmar After Powerful Earthquake

More than 2,000 people have died in Myanmar following a powerful earthquake that struck the country on Friday. In response to the devastating event, Myanmar's military leadership has declared a week of national mourning. The earthquake caused significant destruction, including the collapse of over 60 mosques. Additionally, the Thai government has launched an investigation into the collapse of a 33-story building under construction in Bangkok, which was also affected by the earthquake. Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister visited the site on Saturday and ordered a full investigation. The building,
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CanadaMar 31, 2025

Poilievre Announces Canada First Reinvestment Tax Cut

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced a new tax relief aimed at capital gains, called the "Canada First Reinvestment Tax Cut." Poilievre stated that individuals or businesses who sell their property and reinvest the profits within Canada will not have to pay any capital gains tax on those earnings. While campaigning in Ontario on Sunday, Poilievre explained that the purpose of this tax cut is to encourage Canadian investors to reinvest their profits domestically, thereby keeping more money within the Canadian economy. The Canada First Reinvestment Tax Cut will apply to any capita
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WorldMar 31, 2025

Pakistani Organization Nominates Imran Khan for Nobel Peace Prize

A Pakistani organization, the Pakistan World Alliance, has nominated former Prime Minister Imran Khan for the Nobel Peace Prize. The group has called for the imprisoned leader to be recognized for his efforts in promoting human rights and democracy. The Pakistan World Alliance was founded in December last year and is affiliated with the Norwegian political party Partiet Centrum. Each year, the Norwegian Nobel Committee receives hundreds of nominations before selecting the winner through an extensive eight-month process. Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan’s main opposition party, Pakistan T

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CanadaNov 06, 2026

Canada Allocates Nearly $30 Billion Over 10 Years to Tackle Homelessness

The Canadian government has allocated nearly $30 billion in Budget 2026 to tackle homelessness across the country over the next 10 years. Under the plan, the government will invest $11.2 billion over the next four years, followed by another $17.8 billion over the subsequent six years, to help people overcome homelessness. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne described the initiative as one of the government's key policy priorities. Champagne said the funding aims to provide permanent housing for people experiencing homelessness, build community-based mental health and addiction treatm
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BCNov 06, 2026

Missing Hunter Found Dead in B.C.'s Merritt Area

The body of a hunter who had been missing for several days has been found in the Merritt area of British Columbia. According to police, 57-year-old Klaus Farman Miles had gone hunting in the Douglas Lake area over the weekend but failed to return. A missing person report was filed on Monday morning after he could not be reached. Miles was last in contact with someone on Saturday. His van was later found abandoned near Glimpse Lake, prompting police and search-and-rescue teams to launch a search operation. Ground search teams and canine units were involved in the search. His body was recovered
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BCNov 06, 2026

Poilievre Faces Third Major Staff Departure as Deputy Chief of Staff Resigns

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has suffered another major political setback, with his deputy chief of staff, Aaron Wudrick, resigning from his position. This marks the third significant departure from Poilievre’s team within a year. In a letter sent to party members and colleagues, Wudrick said he was leaving politics to pursue opportunities in the private sector and spend more time with his family. His resignation will take effect on November 27. Wudrick had been part of Poilievre’s team for the past two and a half years, initially serving as director of policy before becoming deput
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BCNov 06, 2026

Pedestrian Critically Injured After Pickup Truck Collision in Prince George

A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a pickup truck in Prince George on Thursday morning. The victim remains in hospital. According to police, the incident occurred at around 9 a.m. near Domano Boulevard and McGill Crescent. The 54-year-old man was taken to hospital in critical condition. Police believe alcohol may have been a contributing factor in the collision. A 48-year-old driver was taken into custody at the scene. No names have been released so far. This is the second serious pedestrian-related incident in Prince George this week. Earlier, on Monday at around 4:30 a.
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BCNov 06, 2026

Powerful Storm Brings Heavy Rain to B.C., Yellow Alerts Issued for Metro Vancouver

Environment Canada has issued yellow-level weather alerts for several parts of Metro Vancouver as a powerful storm brings heavy rainfall and strong winds to British Columbia’s coastal region. According to the weather agency, up to 80 millimetres of rain could fall in elevated areas of the North Shore and near the southern Howe Sound. Areas in northeastern Metro Vancouver, including Coquitlam, could receive around 50 millimetres of rainfall by the evening. The agency says the rain is expected to gradually ease overnight. However, several more storm systems could move into the region early nex