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WorldJun 08, 2021

French leader Macron slapped in face on visit to small town

French President Emmanuel Macron has been slapped in the face by a man during a visit to a small town in southeast France. The incident on Tuesday prompted a wide show of support from politicians across the ideological spectrum. A video shows a man slapping Macron in the face and the president's bodyguards pushing the aggressor away as the head of state was quickly rushed from the scene in the town of Tain-l'Hermitage. The man appears to have cried out ``Montjoie! Saint Denis!'' a centuries-old royalist war cry, before finishing with ``A bas la Macronie,'' or ``Down with Macron.'' French broa
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CanadaJun 08, 2021

Canadian Armed Forces reports 16 military suicides in 2020

The Canadian Armed Forces says 16 service members took their own lives last year. That represents a slight decline from the 20 military suicides reported in 2019, which was the largest number in five years. The new figures nonetheless bring the total number of Canadian military personnel who have died by suicide over the last decade to 191. That is more than the 158 service members who were killed while serving in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2014. Military commanders have expressed concern about the mental well-being of those in uniform, particularly given the COVID-19 pandemic and a drop in the
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BCJun 08, 2021

RCMP in Chilliwack investigating two seemingly unprovoked stabbings

RCMP in Chilliwack are investigating two separate stabbings in the same area. One of the stabbings involved an 80-year-old man with dementia. Spokeswoman Sergeant Krista Vrolyk says the seemingly unprovoked incidents are extremely concerning and people should be aware of their surroundings, walk with someone else if possible, and report any suspicious activity. Police says a 58 year old man was stabbed on a street but managed to walk to a hospital, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. But the elderly man who was stabbed in the same area 45 minutes later remains in intensive
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CanadaJun 08, 2021

London incident that killed four Muslim family members a 'terrorist attack': Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the attack in London, Ont., that killed four members of a Muslim family and left one child in hospital was an act of terrorism.After observing a moment of silence for the victims, Trudeau spoke in the House of Commons and called the incident ``a terrorist attack, motivated by hatred.''Police say a man intentionally drove a truck into the family who were out for a walk on Sunday evening and he targeted them because of their faith.Trudeau says he's horrified by the attack and that his government stands in solidarity with the victims' loved ones during this ext
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IndiaJun 08, 2021

Punjab govt shouldn't have given vaccines to private hospitals: Chidambaram

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram claimed Punjab Government on impertinent vaccination drive. "When private hospitals were allowed to procure directly they were procuring and selling it at a higher rate. I agree that the Punjab government should not have given vaccines to private hospitals. But what is the proportion of vaccines they gave to private hospitals in few days when that policy was in force? Maybe 1 or 2 percent. They have corrected it now".
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BCJun 08, 2021

More second doses to put B.C. on 'good path' toward normal life: Dr. Reka Gustafson

British Columbia's deputy provincial health officer is encouraging residents to register for a second dose of vaccine as the province heads toward a return to normal life with declining COVID-19 cases and rising vaccination rates. Dr. Reka Gustafson says B.C. recorded 481 cases of COVID-19 and 12 deaths over three days while 199 people are in hospital. A total of 511 people were in hospital at the height of the pandemic, with 183 patients in intensive care. Gustafson says 72 per cent of residents 12 and over have now received a first dose of vaccine as the province pushes to get second doses
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CanadaJun 08, 2021

PM Trudeau horrified by the news from London, says Islamophobia has no place in any of our communities

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he stands with the Muslim community in London, Ont., and with Muslims across Canada in the wake of a vehicle attack that killed four people on Sunday. Trudeau says he's horrified by the news. He offered solidarity for the loved ones of those who were ``terrorized'' by the ``act of hatred,'' and expressed sympathy for the injured child. Trudeau says Islamophobia has no place in our communities. PM Justin Trudeau on Twitter: Tweet1 - I’m horrified by the news from London, Ontario. To the loved ones of those who were terrorized by yesterday’s act of hatred,
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CanadaJun 07, 2021

Conservatives are accusing PM Trudeau and his entourage of getting special treatment

The Opposition Conservatives are accusing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his entourage of getting special treatment because they are not staying at a designated quarantine hotel when he comes back from England. Instead Trudeau and his party will stay at a separate Ottawa hotel. Trudeau is travelling to the UK later this week to attend the G-7 leaders summit in Cornwall. The Public Health Agency of Canada says there might be security or other concerns behind the decision not to stay at an airport hotel for three days.
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CanadaJun 07, 2021

'Dark day:' Police say five pedestrians run down in London, Ont., targeted as Muslims

The mayor of London, Ontario says a man who allegedly drove a car into a family standing on a street corner committed an act of ``mass murder.'' Police say the victims were targeted because of their Islamic faith and they have assigned a special team of investigators who deal with hate crimes. Mayor Ed Holder says such an act of hatred must be followed by acts of compassion and solidarity with Muslims. Two women aged 74 and 44, a 46 year old man and a 15 year old girl were killed, and a 9 year old boy was seriously injured. Police have charged 20 year old Nathaniel Veltman with four counts of

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AlbertaJun 23, 2026

Edmonton Lifts Water Supply Alert After Stormwater System Stabilizes

The City of Edmonton has lifted the water supply alert that was issued on Sunday following several days of heavy rainfall. In an advisory released late Monday, officials said residents can return to their normal routines as the city's stormwater system has now stabilized. The recent downpours put significant pressure on multiple stormwater systems, raising concerns about flooding and sewer backups. In response, Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack and utility provider Epcor had urged residents to minimize their water use. Epcor spokesperson Martin Kennedy said the company responded to more than 600 cal
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Hearing Delayed in Halifax Newborn Death Case Pending Autopsy Report

Two people charged in connection with the discovery of a newborn's body outside Halifax appeared by video conference in Nova Scotia provincial court on Monday. Sukhpreet Singh, 23, and his wife, Ramandeep Kaur, 26, remain in custody and are charged with concealing the body of a child, indignity to human remains and obstructing a police investigation. The case was adjourned until July 24 as investigators await the results of an autopsy report. According to police, the investigation began on May 22 when a 23-year-old woman, described as a relative of Singh, arrived at a hospital in serious condi
WorldJun 22, 2026

Confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Congo rise to 1,003, death toll reaches 254

The number of confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 1,003, with approximately 254 deaths reported since the outbreak began, according to the country's Health Ministry. In a statement issued Sunday, the ministry said 100 people in Ituri province have recovered from the disease since the outbreak was declared on May 15, 2026. Another 365 patients remain hospitalized or are being treated in isolation centres. Health officials said tracing people who have come into contact with infected patients remains the biggest challenge in containing the outbreak. Accordin
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CanadaJun 22, 2026

Three dead, including police officer, in Montreal shooting during operation targeting armed suspect

A Montreal police officer, an armed suspect and a civilian were killed during a shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood on Monday while police were attempting to apprehend an armed individual. A second officer was taken to hospital in critical condition. According to the Montreal Police Service, officers were carrying out an operation involving an armed suspect when a violent confrontation broke out. Police have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting and said the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities issued an emergency alert through
WorldJun 22, 2026

13 killed, dozens injured in explosion at Qatar LNG facility

At least 13 people were killed and 66 others injured after an explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan liquefied natural gas (LNG) complex on Sunday evening, according to Qatari authorities. Officials said the blast occurred at the Barzan local gas supply facility and was caused by a technical malfunction. Emergency crews responded to the scene and an investigation into the incident has been launched. The explosion happened as operations at parts of the gas complex were being resumed following disruptions linked to an Iranian attack in March. Authorities have not released details about the specific sec