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EnglishMay 12, 2022

Sara Ali Khan gives glimpse of her trekking in Kashmir

Actor Sara Ali Khan is an avid nature lover and her recent Instagram post is proof of this. On Wednesday, Sara took to Instagram and shared a few mesmerising images from her ongoing vacation in Kashmir. In the pictures, she is seen wearing a top to bottom maroon sportswear. "Kashmir Ki Kali Is back to your Gali. Now trekking par Main Chali," Sara captioned the post. Sara's trekking images have garnered a lot of likes and comments. "Adorable," a social media user commented. "You look so beautiful," another one wrote. Meanwhile, on the work front, Sara will be seen sharing screen space with
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IndiaMay 12, 2022

Gen Naravane pays obeisance at Golden Temple

Former Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane, who has spent the majority of his more than 42 years of service with the Sikh troops of his battalion, on Wednesday paid obeisance to the Guru Granth Sahib at the Golden Temple in his first visit post-retirement visit. Gen Naravane retired on April 30 and has shifted to his newly-allotted accommodation in Delhi Cantonment since that day. "A Sikh Light Infantry officer having served for over 42 years in a Sikh Light Infantry battalion, former Army Chief Gen Manoj Mukund Naravane in his first visit outside Delhi post-retirement visited the Golden
AlbertaMay 12, 2022

Alberta government to amending its bereavement bill

EDMONTON - The Alberta government is amending its bereavement bill following criticism that it allowed leave for stillbirths and miscarriages but was silent on abortions. Labour Minister Kaycee Madu (KAY'-see MAH'-doo) has introduced a change to the bill that, if passed, would allow for three days unpaid leave in any pregnancy that doesn't end in a live birth. Madu says he has heard concerns from critics and other stakeholders to make the definition as broad as possible. Opposition N-D-P critic Sarah Hoffman says the change doesn't go far enough, and the United Conservative government must s
WorldMay 12, 2022

Canadian singer and activist Denise Ho among group arrested in Hong Kong: report

HONG KONG - Reports say Canadian singer and activist Denise Ho is one of at least four people who have been arrested in Hong Kong on suspicion of colluding with foreign forces to endanger China's national security. The U.K.-based human rights group Hong Kong Watch says Ho was detained by Hong Kong's National Security Police along with Cardinal Joseph Zen, lawyer Margaret Ng and scholar Hui Po-keung. The group says the arrests are apparently related to their rolesas trustees of the 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund, which provided legal aid to people who took part in 2019 pro-democracy protests that
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BCMay 12, 2022

Marriage proposal in B.C. legislature gets a 'Yes' from fiancée, cheers from MLAs

Politicians ask a lot of questions in British Columbia’s legislature, but for New Democrat member Rick Glumac, his question posed Wednesday was especially important. Glumac, the member for Port Moody-Coquitlam, stood in the legislature to acknowledge all the partners who support the unique work that politicians in the legislature do, saying it certainly isn’t a normal job.He noted that his partner, Haven Lurbiecki, was in the legislature’s gallery and he told her that every day she made the world better and filled his heart with love.Amid applause and cheers from his colleagues, Glumac a
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WorldMay 12, 2022

Egg-sized diamond fetches over $28M with fees at Geneva sale

Christie's auction house says an egg-sized white diamond known as ``The Rock'' has sold for the equivalent of 28.2-million dollars Canadian. The 228-carat pear-shaped stone is billed as the largest of its kind to go up for auction. The 228-carat pear-shaped stone, with its platinum pendant mounting, has a gross weight 61.3 grams (2.2 ounces) and dimensions of 5.4 centimeters by 3.1 centimeters (2.1 inches by 1.2 inches), making it about the size of a medium hen's egg. Also sold was the ``Red Cross'' diamond, a more than 205-carat fancy yellow stone, which fetched nearly 18.5-million dollars.
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BCMay 12, 2022

B.C. man who killed mother with an axe found not criminally responsible

A man from Gibsons who killed his sleeping mother with an axe has been found not criminally responsible because of a mental disorder. Kevin Webster had been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Moirin Webster on December 27th, 2020. BC Supreme Court Justice Geoffrey Gomery says Webster had suffered from schizophrenia for years and was ``psychotically driven'' by the paranoid belief that he was the target of a murderous conspiracy by his family. The judge said he agreed with the Crown and defence that it was appropriate to find Webster not criminally responsible and order him held
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BCMay 11, 2022

Police probe homicides of husband and wife in Abbotsford, B.C.

Police have identified a husband and wife, both in their 70s, as homicide victims in Abbotsford, B.C. Investigators say 77-year-old Arnold De Jong and 76-year-old Joanne De Jong were found dead in a home on Monday. A statement from police says it's unclear if the killings were random or targeted. Sgt. David Lee of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says they are releasing the names and a photo of the victims to further the investigation and identify other possible witnesses. The statement says homicide investigators are still collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and trying to b
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BCMay 11, 2022

VPD responds to youth violence

Police in Vancouver are warning parents about a disturbing trend involving teens that swarm a lone peer before punching and kicking them until they fall to the ground, then forcing them to kiss their attackers' shoes. The Vancouver Police Department says the demeaning bullying rituals are sometimes videoed and posted online. Sergeant Steve Addison says beyond physical harm, these types of incidents can cause deep-rooted emotional trauma, and parents should speak to their children about bullying and violence. He's asking parents to encourage their children to call police if they have informati

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AlbertaOct 09, 2026

Calgary Massage Therapist Faces Four More Sexual Assault Charges

A Calgary massage therapist is facing four additional sexual assault charges after four more alleged victims came forward. Police arrested 53-year-old Yuriy Zhivov in July in connection with an alleged incident during an appointment at Kinesio Massage Therapy, located on 17 Avenue SW, in August 2025. Following the release of information about the investigation, four additional victims contacted police, alleging that Zhivov had also committed criminal acts against them. As a result of the investigation, officers executed a search warrant at Kinesio Massage Therapy on October 1, 2026, and arrest
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BCOct 09, 2026

Poilievre Pushes Back Against Musk’s Call for Canadian Provinces to Separate

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has strongly criticized Elon Musk’s suggestion that Quebec, Alberta and Saskatchewan should separate from Canada, saying Canadians make their own decisions and should not waste time on foolish social media posts from people with no connection to the country. Speaking to reporters at a press conference in Burlington, Ontario, on Friday, Poilievre said the focus should remain on the real challenges facing Canadians, including rising grocery prices, the housing shortage and the future of the economy. He said Canada would not be affected by someone’s tweets
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IndiaOct 09, 2026

Gaurav Yadav Appointed Permanent Punjab DGP

The Punjab government has appointed IPS officer Gaurav Yadav as the permanent Director General of Police (DGP). He had been serving as the acting DGP since July 2022. With the appointment, Punjab Police will now have a permanent chief after operating under an acting DGP for nearly four years. The Punjab government had submitted a list of 14 IPS officers to the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the selection of a permanent DGP.
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AlbertaOct 09, 2026

Poilievre to Visit Alberta to Deliver Speech on Canadian Unity

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced that he will visit Alberta next week to deliver a speech on Canadian unity, just ahead of a referendum on Alberta separating from Canada. Speaking at a news conference in Ontario, Poilievre said he would also conduct more grassroots campaigning in the province. Asked about tech billionaire Elon Musk’s comments suggesting that Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec should separate from Canada, Poilievre said Canadians decide their own future. The premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan have dismissed Musk’s remarks.
CanadaOct 09, 2026

RCMP Union Raises Concerns Over Proposed Financial Crimes Agency

The RCMP union is raising concerns over Bill C-29, proposed legislation by the Canadian government to establish a new financial crimes agency to combat money laundering, online fraud and other financial crimes. Rob Farrer, president of the National Police Federation, told a parliamentary committee on Thursday that creating the new agency could further weaken the RCMP, which is already struggling with significant staffing and resource shortages. Under the government’s plan, 150 experienced RCMP investigators would initially be assigned to the new agency. Farrer objected to the proposal, argui