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WorldFeb 13, 2020

Cruise ship turned away in other ports anchors off Cambodia

A cruise ship turned away by other Asian and Pacific governments due to virus fears anchored Thursday off Cambodia, which is checking the health of its 2,200 passengers and crew. The Westerdam was unwelcome elsewhere even though operator Holland America Line said no cases of the COVID-19 viral illness have been confirmed among the 1,455 passengers and 802 crew members on board.The ship is anchored a kilometre (.6 miles) from the main Sihanoukville port and a team of health officials will conduct health checks and determine the disembarkation process, Preah Sihanoukville Gov. Kouch Chamrouen t
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BCFeb 13, 2020

John Horgan says anti-pipeline demonstrators need to respect the rights of others

B.C. Premier John Horgan says anti-pipeline demonstrators who prevented people from entering the legislature for his government's throne speech on Tuesday need to respect the rights of others. ``Peaceful demonstration is fundamental to our success as a democracy,'' he told a news conference today. ``But to have a group of people say to others you are illegitimate, you are not allowed in here, you are somehow a sellout to the values of Canadians is just plain wrong, and I want to underline that.'' Horgan said he cancelled a news conference on Tuesday because he wanted to take 24 hours to refle
BCFeb 13, 2020

Several demonstrators march through downtown Vancouver block traffic on the Granville Street bridge

Several hundred demonstrators marched through downtown Vancouver and blocked traffic on the Granville Street bridge today after they gathered outside BC Supreme Court to announce a challenge of an injunction. The injunction allowed police to clear away blockades at Metro Vancouver ports yesterday. Lawyers say they will dispute the injunction obtained by the Port of Vancouver, arguing they were not told about the court hearing and didn't have an opportunity to dispute the port's claims in the application. Natalie Knight told those gathered outside the court that the injunction violates protest
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IndiaFeb 13, 2020

14 feared dead in bus-truck collision on Agra-Lucknow expressway near Firozabad

At least 14 persons were feared dead when a bus collided with a truck here on the Agra-Lucknow expressway on Wednesday night. "A double-decker private bus rammed into a stationary truck on Agra-Lucknow expressway at around 10 pm in the night. The bus driver did not take notice of the truck and hit it from behind. There were 40-45 passengers in the bus. There are many casualties and several people got injured. Around 10-14 casualties may be there," Sachindra Patel, SSP, Firozabad said.The injured have been sent to the Saifai Mini PGI for treatment.
BCFeb 12, 2020

B.C. police watchdog investigates woman's death in fiery vehicle

RCMP have notified British Columbia's independent police watchdog about the death of a woman in a burning vehicle a day after she was arrested and released. Police say the woman was taken into custody at her home in North Vancouver on Tuesday after she allegedly threatened someone she knew. Mounties say in a release that the woman was to appear in court on a future date but the following day officers in Squamish, B.C., responded to a report about a vehicle engulfed in flames. The woman who'd been arrested the day earlier was found dead at the scene. The Independent Investigations Office will
CanadaFeb 12, 2020

Ontario: Unions plan to stage walkout, more than two-million students out of class

The contract dispute between Ontario's four major teachers' unions and Premier Doug Ford's Conservative government is about to escalate. The unions plan to stage a one-day walkout next Friday, a move that will leave more than two-million students out of class. One union president says the Ford government is decimating the education system. The education minister is calling the walkout an irresponsible choice.
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CanadaFeb 12, 2020

Trudeau to speak to federal ministers on B.C. protests

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Senegal today, wrapping up a trip through Africa, but he has been kept apprised of growing protests and blockades by opponents of the Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline across northern BC. Freight trains bound for the Port of Prince Rupert have been stalled for days by a blockade near New Hazelton, and Via Rail and CN both say blockades in BC, Ontario and Quebec are affecting the movement of thousands of passengers and tonnes of goods. Trudeau says while the federal government respects the right to peaceful protest, the rule of law must also be respected.
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WorldFeb 12, 2020

China's new virus cases fall again, deaths now exceed 1,100

The number of new cases of COVID-19 in China dropped for a second straight day, raising hopes the epidemic of the new coronavirus may be peaking. Chinese health officials report the outbreak has infected about 45,000 people and killed more than 1,100. Another 39 new cases have been confirmed on the Diamond Princess cruise ship quarantined at Yokohama, Japan but it's not clear yet if any of them are Canadians.The third person to be diagnosed with the virus in Ontario has tested negative two times in 24 hours and is no longer considered infectious.The Chinese Grand Prix set for Shanghai in Apri
CanadaFeb 12, 2020

Renowned Indian Journalist Ravish Kumar on Sver Wala Show: NRIs need to start asking relevant questions

Magsaysay Award winning journalist Ravish Kumar joined Vijay Saini in Sver Wala Show this morning.He said that Non Resident Indians (NRIs) living in Canada need to start asking relevant questions from Indian politicians when they visit and hold stadium-size events here.Kumar alleged that the BJP-led Indian government is treating Muslims the same way the Congress-led government treated Sikhs in 1984.

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CanadaOct 02, 2026

Poilievre to Introduce Emergency Motion Over Rising Diesel Prices

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says his party will introduce an Emergency Fuel Relief Motion in Parliament next week to provide relief from high diesel prices. Poilievre said Canadians are currently paying about 41 cents more per litre than the global average and 32 cents more than Americans, adding to the financial pressure on farmers, businesses and families. He blamed the Liberal government for delaying and blocking energy projects over the past 11 years, saying Canadians are now facing the consequences. The Conservatives say they will push for a vote on their Emergency Fuel Relief Pl
CanadaOct 02, 2026

Canada Seeks India’s Help to Arrest, Extradite Suspect in $22M Toronto Gold Heist

Canada has asked the Indian government to arrest and extradite Simranpreet Panesar in connection with the historic $22-million gold heist at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. Peel Regional Police believe the former Air Canada employee was a key figure in the alleged conspiracy and misused his position at the airline’s cargo warehouse to help steal the gold. According to a National Post report, India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) is separately investigating Panesar in connection with a hawala network, and he is currently barred from leaving the country. Canadian authorities are se
IndiaOct 02, 2026

Surjit Hockey Society Congratulates Indian Women’s Hockey Team on Historic Asian Games Gold

Jalandhar, October 2, 2026: The office-bearers and members of the Surjit Hockey Society, Jalandhar, have extended their warmest congratulations to the Indian Women’s Hockey Team for winning the Gold Medal at the Asian Games 2026, defeating defending champions China 1–0 in the final on October 2, 2026. Iqbal Singh Sandhu (PCS Retd.), CEO, Surjit Hockey Society; L.R. Nayyar and L.P.S. Khaira, Working Presidents; Ranbir Singh Tut, Secretary; and sports promoter Surinder Singh Bhapa congratulated the entire Indian team, players, coaching staff, support personnel and Hockey India for this rema
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CanadaOct 02, 2026

Bank of Canada May Raise Interest Rates This Month Amid Inflation Risks

The Bank of Canada may raise its policy interest rate this month as inflation risks continue to grow. UBS Global Research expects the central bank to increase the rate by 0.25 percentage points at its upcoming meeting, following seven consecutive decisions to hold it at 2.25%. UBS economist Abigail Watt expects another 0.25-point increase in January, taking the policy rate to 2.75%, which she considers the midpoint of the bank’s neutral range. Rates could then remain unchanged for an extended period. The forecast marks a shift from earlier expectations that the Bank of Canada would leave rat
CanadaOct 02, 2026

Canadian Student Enrolment Rises as International Numbers Decline

Canadian colleges and universities are seeing a sharp increase in domestic student enrolment as the federal government tightens restrictions on international students. According to the latest Statistics Canada data, the number of international students fell by 39,600, or 6.9 per cent, in the 2024-25 academic year — the largest decline since the 1990s. In contrast, domestic enrolment increased by 37,626 students, marking the fastest growth in 15 years and bringing domestic enrolment back to 2010-11 levels. Experts say the rise in Canadian students is providing some relief to post-secondary in