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CanadaApr 02, 2025

Poilievre Criticizes Trump and Carney During Election Campaign

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre targeted U.S. President Donald Trump and Liberal Leader Mark Carney during a campaign event in Toronto today. Poilievre criticized Carney as a weak leader and vowed that, if elected, he would take a firm stance against Trump. He stated that while he supports working with the U.S. to tighten border security, he will also demand that Trump take action to stop the smuggling of firearms from the U.S. into Canada. Poilievre further pledged to restructure Canada’s economy to reduce its dependence on the U.S. Additionally, he promised to eliminate the automatic
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IndiaApr 02, 2025

Majithia Accuses Government of Plotting an Encounter

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia has criticized the state government for reducing his Z-plus security, alleging that the government is planning an encounter against him, similar to what happened with Sidhu Moosewala. Majithia pointed out the contradiction in the Punjab Police’s stance stating that in January, they warned him of a security threat, yet now his security has been withdrawn. He demanded that DGP Gaurav Yadav issue a written statement confirming that there is no threat to his life. Majithia also declared that if anything happens to him, DGP Yadav will be personall
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CanadaApr 02, 2025

All eyes are on Trump today as trade war continues to dominate election campaign

All eyes are on U.S. President Donald Trump as he prepares to hit multiple countries with "reciprocal" tariffs. Liberal Leader Mark Carney is pausing his campaign to take part in meetings in Ottawa ahead of the expected tariffs. On top of the expected "reciprocal" tariffs, it's not clear whether a temporary pause on separate economywide duties on Canada and Mexico 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs, with a lower 10 per cent levy on energy — will be lifted today. Trump, who is expected to discuss his reciprocal tariff agenda at the White House around 4 p.m. ET today, said in early March tha
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BCApr 01, 2025

B.C. Residents Can Now Pay Flat Rate for Electric Heating and EV Charging at Home

B.C. residents can now opt for a flat rate for electric heating and electric vehicle charging at home, replacing the current system where rates vary depending on usage. Under the new plan, customers will no longer be charged more for using additional electricity or less for using less. BC Hydro announced that residents can apply for this fixed rate to potentially save on their monthly bills. The new system is particularly aimed at households with multiple members, where electricity costs can increase due to baseboard heating, heat pumps, and electric vehicle charging. The department stated th
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CanadaApr 01, 2025

U.S. lists Quebec's language law in annual report on 'foreign trade barriers'

The United States government has listed Quebec's French-language reform as a barrier to trade, as President Donald Trump prepares to impose new tariffs on Canada. The office of the U.S. trade representative released a report on Monday listing "foreign trade barriers" and included Quebec's Bill 96. It says U.S. firms have complained about a provision set to take effect on June 1 requiring companies to translate into French any part of their trademark on product packaging that contains generic terms or descriptions of items. The Quebec law did not appear on the 2024 edition of the list, but the
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CanadaApr 01, 2025

Poilievre Announces Approval of Key Energy Sector Demands

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has announced the approval of all five major demands from the energy sector, including lifting limits on oil and gas production. Poilievre described this move as a step toward ending Canada's dependence on the U.S. market and strengthening the country’s economy. During his election campaign in St. John’s, he also took aim at Liberal Party leader and his main rival, Mark Carney. Poilievre stated that Carney has promised to maintain a cap on the Canadian energy sector, which he claimed would result in the loss of 54,400 full-time jobs and a $21 billion h
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CanadaApr 01, 2025

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh Pledges to Protect Canada’s Universal Health-Care System

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, who is vying to become Canada’s next prime minister, has vowed to protect and preserve the country’s universal public health-care system. Singh announced that a future NDP government would implement the Canada Health Act to end the privatization of healthcare and ban the purchase of Canadian healthcare facilities by American companies. Singh also targeted Liberal Leader Mark Carney, accusing him of planning to cut healthcare spending upon returning to power. He noted that Carney had previously stated his intention to rein in government spending. It is worth menti
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WorldApr 01, 2025

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Conflict Again

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are once again at odds. Trump has accused Zelensky of attempting to back out of a mineral deal, stating that if Zelensky does not sign the agreement, Ukraine will face serious consequences. Trump claimed that Zelensky wants to renegotiate the terms of the deal, which he sees as a move toward backing out of the agreement. He further warned that if Ukraine maintains this stance, it will not be easy for the country to become a member of NATO. According to reports, large deposits of lithium are found in the snow-covered plains o
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IndiaApr 01, 2025

Sukhbir Singh Badal Furious Over Withdrawal of Bikram Singh Majithia's Security

Former Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal has termed the withdrawal of Bikram Singh Majithia's Z+ security by the Punjab government as a dangerous conspiracy. Badal stated in a post on social media that if any harm comes to Majithia or any of their leaders or workers, then Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Arvind Kejriwal, and DGP Punjab will be directly responsible for it. He also alleged that there is an attempt to falsely implicate Majithia in a drug case. Sukhbir Badal further claimed that senior officials of the Aam Aadmi Party government are openly threatening to kill Akali D

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CanadaJan 02, 2026

Some Haitian migrants arrested in southern Quebec deported to U.S. after asylum review

Some of the Haitian migrants arrested by RCMP officers in southern Quebec on Christmas Day have been deported to the United States after their asylum claims were reviewed by federal authorities. The Canada Border Services Agency says all 19 individuals had their claims assessed, and those found to be inadmissible under Canadian law were returned to the U.S. The agency did not specify how many people were deported following the review. Federal officials point to the Safe Third Country Agreement between Canada and the United States, which requires asylum seekers to make a refugee claim in the fi
IndiaJan 02, 2026

Former DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar denied bail by CBI court

Former Punjab Police Deputy Inspector General Harcharan Singh Bhullar has suffered a legal setback after a CBI special court in Chandigarh rejected his bail application. The order was passed on Friday following a detailed hearing in the case. During the proceedings, the court heard arguments from both the prosecution and the defence. The hearing took place after the court had earlier directed both sides to submit their replies and present their positions on the bail plea. Bhullar had also approached the Supreme Court seeking interim bail and a stay on the ongoing CBI proceedings. However, the
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CanadaJan 02, 2026

Abbotsford police say traffic enforcement will continue into 2026 amid safety concerns

The Abbotsford Police Department says traffic enforcement will remain a key focus in 2026, citing ongoing concerns about collisions linked to speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving on local roads. Police say these factors continue to contribute to serious injuries and fatalities, many of which are considered preventable. Officers are expected to continue a mix of enforcement and public education aimed at improving safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians across the city. According to figures released by AbbyPD, officers issued more than 4,900 traffic violation tickets in 202
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BCJan 02, 2026

Man injured as Surrey police probe two separate overnight shootings

Surrey RCMP are investigating two separate shootings that occurred within about an hour overnight in different parts of the city, leaving one man injured and prompting renewed public safety concerns. Police say officers were first called shortly before midnight to the Newton neighbourhood near 140B Street and 59 Avenue. When they arrived, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to hospital and is expected to survive. A second man was arrested at the scene, and investigators say the incident does not appear to be connected to the recent extortion-related cases in Surrey. A
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BCJan 02, 2026

Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Tumbler Ridge in northeastern B.C.

A snowmobiler has died after being caught in an avalanche in the Rocky Mountains of northeastern British Columbia, according to Avalanche Canada. The incident happened Tuesday in the Bullmoose area near Tumbler Ridge, where three snowmobilers were riding together. Avalanche Canada said the slide was remotely triggered from the bottom of the slope, highlighting the unstable conditions in the region at the time. One of the riders was fully buried by the avalanche and did not survive, despite rescue efforts by the other members of the group. No additional injuries were reported. Avalanche Canada