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BCJan 07, 2021

Calgary man, B.C. woman killed after stopping at side of highway in B.C.

The RCMP say a Calgary man and B.C. woman have been attacked and killed after stopping on the side of a highway just west of Creston, B.C. Police say the victims were found at around 7 p.m. Wednesday just a few kilometres outside Creston at a pullout on Highway 3 in southeast B.C. Both had been stabbed and police say the suspect is reported to have fled in a vehicle belonging to one of the victims. A statement from the Mounties says a 40 year old Calgary man was pronounced dead at the scene and a 25 year old West Kootenay woman was rushed to hospital but could not be revived. The stolen vehic
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BCJan 07, 2021

Man with gang ties is victim of targeted shooting in Surrey, B.C. say police

Investigators are appealing for witnesses, dashcam video or other surveillance tape as they investigate the first homicide of the year in Surrey, B.C.A statement from the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team identifies 24-year-old Gary Kang as the man fatally shot at his home in Surrey's Morgan Heights neighbourhood early Wednesday.The statement says Kang was known to police, had a history of gang activity and his death is linked to ongoing conflict in Metro Vancouver. Police believe more than one suspect was involved in the attack.They say they are also exploring possible connections betwe
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IndiaJan 07, 2021

Protesting farmers hold tractor march at Ghazipur border

Farmers' protest against the farm laws entered 43rd Day on January 07. Protesting farmers held a tractor rally at four borders of Delhi including Eastern and Western peripheral expressways. The tractor march is a rehearsal of the mega show on January 26. Ghaziabad District ADM Shailendra Kumar Singh said, "Earlier the farmers were to take out tractor rally till Palwal but now they will go only till Noida and return to Ghazipur. Sufficient police force deployed, video recording being done."
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BCJan 07, 2021

625 new COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths reported in B.C.

British Columbia's health minister and provincial health officer urged people to look after their mental health and well-being as the province reported 625 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday. The province also reported eight additional deaths from COVID-19, bringing the death toll to 962. The new numbers bring the province's total number of cases since the pandemic began to 55,254, with 6,343 active cases. Health Minister Adrian Dix and Dr. Bonnie Henry say in a statement that this time of year can be difficult for people, and COVID-19 can compound those difficulties. The pair urged people to
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CanadaJan 07, 2021

From midnight tonight, air travellers coming from abroad will have to show proof of negative COVID-19 test results

Transport Minister Marc Garneau says as of midnight tonight, air travellers coming from abroad will have to show proof of negative COVID-19 test results. He says this new interim order will provide an additional layer of protection for Canadians and travellers. At the same time, a ban on people flying in from the UK is being lifted. The ban came in after a new more contagious strain of COVID-19 appeared in Britain.But Health Minister Patty Hajdu acknowledges some people may have difficulty in getting tested for the illness within the required time frame. Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Phil
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CanadaJan 07, 2021

PM Trudeau says Canadians are deeply disturbed and saddened by what is happening in Washington

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has taken a low-key approach to the pro-Trump violence in Washington. Trudeau spoke about the situation in a radio interview today on News 1130 in Vancouver. He says his government will continue to make sure Canadians are well served in their relationship with the US. Trudeau also expressed hope that everything will return to normal shortly. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadians are deeply disturbed and saddened by what is happening. World leaders are condemning the storming of the US Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump. Leaders expressed shock
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WorldJan 06, 2021

Trump supporters storm the Capitol building; Biden says "it's not a protest, it's insurrection"

The reason thousands of Donald Trump supporters stormed the Capitol building is because senators were meeting to certify the votes of the Electoral College that affirmed Joe Biden as president elect. Today Biden made a statement saying "it's not a protest, it's insurrection." He is demanding that President Trump make a televised address to urge his supporters to stop the violence. Trump asks supporters to leave the US Capitol building US President Donald Trump has made a video telling violent protesters who support him to leave the US Capitol building, while at the same time repeating that h
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BCJan 06, 2021

City councillor's decision to travel internationally was disappointing and irresponsible: Lisa Helps

Victoria's mayor says a city councillor's decision to travel internationally over the holidays was both disappointing and irresponsible given the sacrifices so many have made because of COVID-19. Lisa Helps says there can't be two sets of expectations, one for the public and another for elected officials. Councillor Sharmarke Dubow, who is now in quarantine in Vancouver, tweeted that he made a poor choice to travel to Somalia over the holidays and he apologized to his constituents. He said he had been planning the trip for years and it was the first time he had returned since fleeing civil wa
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BCJan 06, 2021

One person dead in shooting in Surrey

Surrey has recorded its first fatal shooting of 2021. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says in a post on social media that a man who was known to police died early this morning. Few details have been released but I-HIT says the man was in his home in the Morgan Heights neighbourhood when he was attacked. Surrey recorded four fatal shootings between November 29th and December 30th last year. It included three targeted attacks, but investigators have not linked any of those homicides or this morning's latest slaying.

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CanadaApr 08, 2026

Ontario MP Marilyn Gladu leaves Conservatives to join Liberals

Ontario MP Marilyn Gladu says she has left the Conservative caucus and will sit with the Liberals under Prime Minister Mark Carney, becoming the fifth member of Parliament to cross the floor since November. Gladu confirmed the move in a statement, saying she will support the government’s agenda going forward. The reasons for her decision were not immediately detailed, and it is not clear whether she will take on a formal role within the Liberal caucus. Floor crossings do not trigger a byelection under federal rules, meaning Gladu will continue to represent her Ontario riding as a Liberal MP
AlbertaApr 08, 2026

First Nation chief challenges Alberta separation petition in court, citing treaty rights

The chief of a First Nation seeking a court injunction against a citizen-led petition on Alberta’s potential separation from Canada says legal action was necessary to defend treaty rights. Chief Sheldon Sunshine of Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation said the constitutional challenge targets the province’s citizen-initiated referendum process, which he argues could affect First Nations without proper consultation. According to statements made at the start of the hearing, Sunshine said the case is about ensuring treaty obligations are upheld. A court hearing began Tuesday and is expected to include a
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BCApr 08, 2026

Poilievre communications director Katy Merrifield to step down this week

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s communications director, Katy Merrifield, is stepping down from her role, according to an internal email sent to the Conservative caucus on Tuesday. In the message, Merrifield said her last day in the Opposition Leader’s Office will be Friday. She also outlined changes to the senior communications team, stating that Micah Green will take over as communications director and Sam Lilly will become media relations director. Merrifield said both appointments were made at her recommendation. Merrifield joined Poilievre’s team in 2025, around the time the
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CanadaApr 08, 2026

Carney, European leaders welcome reported U.S.–Iran ceasefire, call for broader diplomatic talks

Prime Minister Mark Carney and nine European leaders say they welcome a reported two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, according to a joint statement released Wednesday. The statement follows remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said Tuesday that an agreement had been reached after tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route. Trump had earlier warned of severe consequences if negotiations to reopen the waterway failed. According to Trump’s social media posts, discussions between the United States and Iran are expected to include reconstruction ef
WorldApr 08, 2026

U.S., Iran agree to two-week ceasefire amid reports of Pakistan, China mediation

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire following approximately 40 days of conflict, according to statements attributed to U.S. President Donald Trump and media reports. The pause in hostilities is expected to halt attacks involving the United States, Israel and Iran during the agreed period. Trump said the decision followed appeals from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the country’s military leadership. Reports also indicate the arrangement was facilitated through Pakistan’s mediation, with last-minute diplomatic involvement from China. These claims ha