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WorldFeb 08, 2024

Ukraine appoints new army chief amid change in battlefield tactics against Russia

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has fired military chief Valery Zaluzny amid a nearly two-year war with Russia. His place has been given to the 58-year-old commander of the ground forces. According to reports, Zelensky told the army chief 10 days ago that he was being fired. President Zelensky said in a statement on social media that he met with the general and thanked him for protecting Ukraine for two years. The Defense Minister said that the war does not remain the same, so there has to be a change accordingly, which has been done under this strategy. Zelensky appointed General Za
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IndiaFeb 08, 2024

A meeting was held between Bhagwant and farmers, consensus was reached on many demands

Regarding the pending demands of the farmers of Punjab and Haryana towards the Centre, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has agreed on many demands in the meeting held in Chandigarh today. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that many important decisions were taken in this meeting, including many issues like withdrawing the cases against farmers during the Delhi Kisan Movement and taking strict action against companies manufacturing artificial seeds and medicines. Meanwhile, it has been agreed to withdraw the cases registered against the farmers during the farmers movement. The Chief Minister said th
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AlbertaFeb 08, 2024

Calgary's oldest grand theater on the brink of closure

Calgary's oldest grand theater teeters on the brink of closure. The theater celebrated its 112th birthday just two days ago, but today its executive director says it is only a short-term guest after a temporary deal with the landlord fell through. Opened in 1912, the Grand Theater was the cultural center of Western Canada for most of its life. Historian Don Smith says it was a center for the display of art. Smith lamented the tragedy of his golden days. The Grand was sold out 3 years ago. Its executive director tried to strike a deal with a new landlord to keep it afloat, but the deal fell t
israeli-strikes-kill-13-in-a-southern-gaza-town-that-could-be-the-next-target-in-the-war
WorldFeb 08, 2024

Israeli strikes kill 11 in a southern Gaza town that could be the next target in the war

Israeli airstrikes killed over a dozen people overnight and into Thursday in Rafah in the Gaza Strip, hours after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Hamas' cease-fire terms and vowed to expand the offensive into the southern Gaza town. More than half of strip's population has fled to Rafah, on the mostly sealed border with Egypt, which is also the main entry point for humanitarian aid. Egypt has warned that any ground operation there or mass displacement across the border would undermine its four-decade-old peace treaty with Israel. The overnight strikes killed at least 11 people, incl
the-general-elections-of-pakistan-have-been-completed-the-results-will-come-tomorrow
WorldFeb 08, 2024

The general elections of Pakistan have been completed, the results will come tomorrow

National and state elections in Pakistan today concluded amid suspension of mobile and internet services. Imprisoned Imran Khan exercised his right to vote through postal ballot. Voting is currently being counted. As per the trends so far, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam Nawaz were both leading in their respective seats in Lahore. Asif Ali Zardari, former president and father of Bilawal Bhutto, was leading in Sindh. The counting of votes is expected to be completed by midnight and the full results may be announced early Friday. Compared to the last 4 elections, th
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IndiaFeb 08, 2024

FIR filed against Bhana Sidhu's entire family

The case of YouTuber Bhana Sidhu is in the headlines in Punjab. The police have registered a case against 17 persons in Barnala for blocking the National Highway with the intention of besieging the house of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in favor of Bhana Sidhu. The police have also registered the names of Bhana Sidhu's father, brother, sister and Lakha Sidhana in this FIR and the clause of attempted murder has also been added. It is alleged that all of them brought about 200 people with them and blocked the highway. According to the FIR, this case has been registered by the Punjab Police its
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CanadaFeb 07, 2024

Immigration minister 'pissed off' that Canadians' families blocked from leaving Gaza

Immigration Minister Marc Miller says he's frustrated and "pissed off" that a list of people related to Canadians are being blocked from leaving the embattled Gaza Strip. Ottawa started accepting applications last month to reunite as many as 1,000 people in the Palestinian territory with extended family members in Canada. Canada has provided an initial list of pre-approved people to Israel and Egypt, who jointly control the only border crossing out of Gaza. Miller says he is exploring diplomatic options and doesn't want to give up, but he also doesn't want to offer families false hope that the
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AlbertaFeb 07, 2024

Danielle Smith meet with Ontario Premier Doug Ford today in Toronto

Alberta Premier Daniel Smith today met with Ontario Premier Doug Ford at his residence in Toronto. Smith is visiting Washington DC from today. Her visit is considered very important as she will meet with the US industry leaders and try to get new deals for Alberta. Premier Smith will also promote Alberta's energy sector on this visit. Smith said in a statement that Alberta has always been a partner of the United States and that both have similar goals in the energy sector. It is worth noting that the US has been a major trading partner of Alberta and Alberta has also been a major export of the
a-major-incident-in-srinagar-two-people-from-punjab-were-shot-as-targets
IndiaFeb 07, 2024

A major incident in Srinagar, two people from Punjab were shot as targets

In Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), two people from Punjab have been targeted and shot dead by terrorists. The incident took place at 7 pm, in which 31-year-old Amritpal of Amritsar died on the spot. Meanwhile, 25-year-old Rohit from Amritsar is injured and is undergoing treatment at a local hospital. Terrorists opened fire with an AK series rifle in Habba Kadal area of Srinagar. After the incident, the security forces have cordoned off the area and the search for the assailants is on.

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BCOct 14, 2026

Third Victim Dies After Pickup Truck Crashes Into Crowd in Delta

A 64-year-old woman, Gwenyth Brigit Dwyn, has died in hospital from injuries sustained when a pickup truck struck a crowd outside Tsawwassen Mills mall in Delta last month. Delta police confirmed her death on Wednesday, making her the third victim to die in the incident. The crash occurred on September 30, when a pickup truck drove into a crowd gathered to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Two elders from the Tsawwassen First Nation died at the scene, while Dwyn later succumbed to her injuries in hospital. A fourth injured person has been discharged from hospital and is recov
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BCOct 14, 2026

BC Conservatives Promise 60-Day Gap Between Provincial and Municipal Elections

BC Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson has announced that if his party comes to power, it will legally require a minimum 60-day gap between provincial and municipal elections in the future. Doerkson has promised to introduce the Respect for Local Democracy Act, describing it as one of the party’s top priorities. He argued that the current provincial election campaign has overshadowed municipal election campaigns, preventing local issues such as healthcare, public safety and the cost of living from receiving adequate attention. Criticizing BC NDP Leader David Eby, Doerkson said the NDP had a m
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BCOct 14, 2026

7 Charged in Toronto Crypto Exchange Owner Kidnapping, Including 3 Canadian Armed Forces Members

Toronto police have charged seven people, including three members of the Canadian Armed Forces, in connection with the kidnapping of a cryptocurrency exchange owner. A total of 82 charges have been laid against the accused, including kidnapping, extortion, firearms offences and drug trafficking, Police Chief Myron Demkiw said at a news conference on Wednesday. According to Demkiw, the incident began on July 25, 2026, when the victim was abducted at gunpoint near Finch Avenue East and Bayview Avenue in North York. The kidnappers allegedly handcuffed and severely tortured the victim to gain acce
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WorldOct 14, 2026

Energy Cooperation to Be Discussed During Marco Rubio’s Visit to India

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will depart on Saturday for a five-day visit to India and Uzbekistan, the U.S. State Department has announced. During his visit to India, Rubio will discuss energy cooperation and meet with government officials to exchange views on regional and global issues. According to the State Department, his itinerary includes Samarkand in Uzbekistan and Mumbai and Jamnagar in India. The visit comes as efforts to finalize a long-pending bilateral trade agreement between India and the United States have once again stalled. Officials from both countries indicated earlier
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IndiaOct 14, 2026

No One Will Be Spared in Parvinder Jhota Murder Case: CM Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has assured that no accused will be spared in the murder case of Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa. He has issued strict instructions to Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav to conduct a thorough investigation and get to the bottom of the case. Mann said the accused would face strict punishment. He added that if any conspiracy behind the murder comes to light, those involved in planning it would also be held accountable. Expressing his condolences to Parvinder Singh Jhota’s family, the Chief Minister said the loss of a young son was deeply painful and that such an inciden