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IndiaMay 30, 2022

Moose Wala murder plot hatched in Delhi's Tihar Jail?

The murder plot of Sidhu Moose Wala is suspected to have been hatched in Delhi's Tihar Jail, as a phone number in connection with the singer's killing has been tracked back to the jail, according to sources. A few days ago a criminal namely Shahrukh was arrested by Delhi Police. He was found to be using a messaging app to communicate from jail with Canada-based gangster Goldy Brar, who has claimed responsibility for the death of the singer. Since Brar is a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Delhi Police Special Cell suspecting the involvement of the gang is questioning gangster Bishnoi and h
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IndiaMay 30, 2022

Sidhu Moose Wala murder: Inquiry ordered into singer's security reduction, commission under HC judge to probe case

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday ordered an inquiry into the decision to reduce the security of Punjabi singer and Congress leader Sidhu Moose Wala, who was murdered in broad daylight on Sunday. The Chief Minister's Office, in a statement, said, "The Chief Minister has already ordered an inquiry at the highest level to enquire into the aspects of security reduction and fix responsibility." Mann "categorically" said that all the aspects of security reduction of the late singer are under scrutiny and the responsibility of lapse, if any, will be definitely fixed. Sidhu Moose Wala wa
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IndiaMay 30, 2022

Sidhu Moose Wala's killing: Revenge for Vicky Middukhera's killing?

Delhi Police suspect that the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala could be a result of the killing of Vikramjit alias Vicky Middukhera. According to the Delhi police special cell both Moose Wala and his manager were involved in the murder of Vicky in August last year. Special Cell of Delhi Police recently became aware of the nexus of notorious gangster Neeraj Bawania and Tillu Tajpuria. Bawania and Tajpuria teamed up with different gangsters Kaushal Chaudhary, Davinder Bhambia, and Lucky Patial from Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. The Delhi Police had arrested a
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WorldMay 28, 2022

Texas Governor says he was ``misled'' about the police response

Texas Governor Greg Abbott says he was ``misled'' about the police response to the shooting at the elementary school in Uvalde, and he's ``livid.'' In his earlier statements, the governor told a news conference, he was repeating what he had been told, and the information was inaccurate. Abbott said the response needs to be ``thoroughly, exhaustively'' investigated. 21 people were killed Tuesday when an 18-year-old gunman barricaded himself in a fourth-grade classroom at Robb Elementary School in the southwestern Texas town.
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BCMay 28, 2022

Suspicious object found along a road in Kelowna confirmed to be an explosive

RCMP say a suspicious object found along a West Kelowna road has been confirmed to be an explosive. The Mounties say they received a report of a suspicious object on the shoulder of Bartley Road yesterday morning and called their Explosives Disposal Unit. They say the experts confirmed it was an explosive device and destroyed it. An investigation is ongoing.
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BCMay 28, 2022

New SkyTrain, electric buses part of B.C.'s $2.4B for transit in Metro Vancouver

The BC government says it will contribute $2.4 billion to improve transit and infrastructure in Metro Vancouver. It says the funds are part of its commitment to cover 40 per cent of the 10-year vision outlined by the regional mayors' council on transportation. A statement from the province says the biggest projects on the list include building a Surrey-Langley SkyTrain line and the electrification of bus fleets. Ridership is rebounding but still sits at 70 per cent of pre-pandemic levels and TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn says the funds will ensure transit continues to serve residents after a chal
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BCMay 27, 2022

Premier Horgan and his western and territorial counterparts want the federal government to open the purse strings to improve health care

Premier John Horgan says he and his western and territorial counterparts want the federal government to open the purse strings to improve health care. Horgan, who is at the Western Premiers Conference underway in Saskatchewan, says health-care services are not sustainable as the country emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic. He says provinces want a 28-billion-dollar boost in health transfers, pushing the federal share of health-care costs to 35 per cent from the current 22 per cent. Health-care issues launched the conference this morning but the premiers and territorial leaders are also schedul
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BCMay 27, 2022

Vancouver police say woman arrested after allegedly abducting two children

Police say a woman has been arrested in connection with the abduction of two children in Vancouver. Const. Tania Visintin says the woman took the seven- and nine-year-old sisters from their mother's home last night, but they are now safe. She said earlier the woman was known to the family but there was no indication that either child had been harmed or was in imminent danger. Investigators believed there was no concern for the safety of any other children in the Strathcona neighbourhood.
AlbertaMay 27, 2022

Judge denies bail for protester charged in southern Alberta border blockade

A judge has denied bail for a man charged with conspiracy to commit murder at a border blockade in southern Alberta. Chris Carbert, who is 45, appeared by video in Court of Queen's Bench in Lethbridge today to hear the decision after a bail hearing last Friday. Reasons for Justice Johnna Kubik's ruling are protected by a publication ban. Carbert and three other men are accused of conspiring to kill police officers at a blockade near Coutts, Alta., in protest of COVID-19 vaccine mandates and other pandemic restrictions. One of the men, Christopher Lysak, was denied bail in March. Anthony Olieni

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BCAug 11, 2026

B.C. Wildfire Official Warns of Arson Risk as Major Fires Intensify

British Columbia Wildfire Service Director Cliff Chapman has raised concerns over the current wildfire situation in the province and warned about the risk of deliberately set fires. Speaking at a press conference alongside Forests Minister Ravi Parmar and Emergency Management Minister Kelly Greene, Chapman said the wildfire service is working closely with the RCMP to investigate any suspicious fires. The department has also partnered with Crime Stoppers to help identify those responsible for deliberately starting fires. Chapman said four major wildfires currently burning across B.C., including
CanadaAug 11, 2026

More Than 29,000 Canadians Sign Petition Calling for Removal of U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra

More than 29,000 Canadians have signed an online petition calling for the removal of U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra over allegations of political interference in Canada and controversial public statements. The petition is expected to be presented in the House of Commons this fall by Green Party Leader Elizabeth May. It was launched by a Calgary woman, who alleges that Hoekstra’s statements have undermined Canada’s sovereignty. The petition calls on the Canadian government to declare Hoekstra persona non grata under the rules of the Vienna Convention and remove him from Canada. It
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BCAug 11, 2026

B.C. Man Charged After Police Find More Than 14,000 Child Exploitation Images and Videos

A 37-year-old man has been charged following a police investigation in Surrey, B.C., that uncovered more than 14,000 images and videos related to child sexual exploitation. According to police, the investigation began in May 2025 after they received reports that a suspect was possessing and accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material online. A search warrant was executed at a Surrey residence in August 2025, where investigators discovered thousands of images and videos. Police say the evidence led to charges against Wade Bruce Craig for processing and accessing child sexual exploita
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CanadaAug 11, 2026

Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Enter Final Stage as Possible Deal Takes Shape

Canada-U.S. trade talks appear to be entering a critical final stage, with Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer potentially presenting the outline of a possible deal to President Donald Trump by Monday. The discussions are part of efforts to avoid new 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian exports that are set to take effect on August 19. LeBlanc met with Greer in Washington on Tuesday, marking their third meeting in three weeks. According to reports, the two countries are discussing a potential agreement under which Canada could agree to some U.S. demands in ex
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BCAug 11, 2026

68-Year-Old Woman Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in North Burnaby

A 68-year-old woman has died after being struck by a vehicle in North Burnaby. According to Burnaby RCMP, the incident happened at around 6:30 p.m. Monday in the area of Pender Street and McDonald Avenue. Police said the Burnaby woman suffered serious injuries in the collision. She received medical attention at the scene and was rushed to hospital, where she later died due to the severity of her injuries. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. Burnaby RCMP is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. Investig