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WorldDec 03, 2024

Israel says Hezbollah fires at disputed border zone in first attack since ceasefire began

The Israeli military said the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah fired into a disputed border zone on Monday, its first attack since a ceasefire took hold last week, after Lebanon accused Israel of violating the truce more than 50 times in recent days. Hezbollah said its attack was a warning to Israel over the alleged the ceasefire violations. The Israeli military said two projectiles were launched toward Mount Dov, a disputed Israeli-held territory known as Shebaa Farms in Lebanon, where the borders of Lebanon, Syria, and Israel meet. Israel said the projectiles fell in open areas and no injur
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CanadaDec 03, 2024

Trudeau to Meet Opposition Leaders on Tariff Issue

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is holding a meeting with all opposition leaders on Parliament Hill to inform them about the government's plan for the Canada-US border. Trudeau called the meeting after his recent discussions with former President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, four days ago, aimed at addressing the tariff issue. However, Canada has not yet received assurances that Trump will back down from imposing the tariffs. It is worth noting that the incoming US President has warned Canada and Mexico that if these countries fail to curb illegal immigration and drug tr
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WorldDec 03, 2024

Donald Trump Warns Hamas

US President-elect Donald Trump has warned Hamas that there will be serious consequences if the hostages are not released by January 20. Trump's statement came after a meeting with Sara Netanyahu, wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Sara Netanyahu met Trump on Sunday at the Trump International Golf Course in Florida. During the meeting, she discussed the Gaza conflict and the release of hostages with Trump. Hamas took more than 250 people hostage during the attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Some of the hostages have died, others were released, and about 100 are still in Hama
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CanadaDec 03, 2024

People coming to Taylor Swift's concert in Vancouver will have to pay a heavy price.

Parking and ride-hailing costs in Vancouver are climbing for those coming to see Taylor Swift's three concerts in Vancouver this week. Parking fees next to B-C Place have rocketed to more than 150 dollars on each of Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, while the cost of a short ride to the stadium with Uber has quadrupled on concert nights. Taking an Uber for the 1.3 kilometre trip from the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre to B-C Place costs less than 10 dollars on a standard weekday afternoon. The rideshare's app shows that scheduling an Uber for the same trip a few hours before the
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WorldDec 03, 2024

South Korean president declares emergency martial law, accusing opposition of anti-state activities

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an “emergency martial law,” Tuesday accusing the country’s opposition of controlling the parliament, sympathizing with North Korea and paralyzing the government with anti-state activities. Yoon made the announcement during a televised briefing, vowing to “eradicate pro-North Korean forces and protect the constitutional democratic order.” It wasn’t immediately clear how the steps would affect the country’s governance and democracy. Yoon whose approval rating has dipped in recent months has struggled to push his agenda against an opposi
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AlbertaDec 03, 2024

Alberta to end use of photo radar on provincial highways

Alberta's transportation minister says as of April 1 the province is ending photo radar ticketing on all numbered provincial highways. Devin Dreeshen says far too often, photo radar penalizes drivers without improving safety. The government also promises to review all the so-called ``fishing holes,'' with an aim to remove 70 per cent of the province's existing 2,200 photo radar sites. Photo radar will continue to be allowed in school zones, playground zones, and construction sites, but beyond these areas, local governments will have to submit their case. At intersections equipped with cameras
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CanadaDec 03, 2024

Canada mulling patrol changes at U.S. Border

Canada mulling patrol changes at U.S. Border Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc says his department is considering giving additional powers to the Canada Border Services Agency to patrol the U.S. Border. He also says the RCMP and CBSA are working on a list of new equipment that could help supplement their existing enforcement at the border. LeBlanc's comments come as Canada tries to quickly beef up border security following a threat by president-elect Donald Trump to impose punishing tariffs on Canada and Mexico over border security concerns. He and Trudeau were in Florida Friday dining w
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BCDec 02, 2024

Taylor Swift fans warned of fake ticket scams ahead of Vancouver concerts

The Better Business Bureau in British Columbia is warning Taylor Swift fans of scams ahead of the superstar's Vancouver concerts, highlighting one case in which a social media profile was allegedly hacked and used to sell fake tickets. It says $2,000 was stolen from fans hoping to attend the shows, which will be at BC Place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The warning comes after police in Toronto last month arrested a woman for allegedly selling about $70,000 worth of fake Swift tickets ahead of the concerts there. The Better Business Bureau says in a release that the case in B.C. was reported
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CanadaDec 02, 2024

Canada Post Strike Significantly Impacting Businesses

The ongoing Canada Post strike is having a significant impact on businesses, costing companies at least $76.6 million per day, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), which released this information in a statement on Monday. The CFIB stated that the 17-day nationwide strike by Canada Post workers has already resulted in an estimated $765 million in lost revenue for small and medium-sized businesses. The organization warned that if the strike continues, the sector could lose more than $1 billion by Wednesday. Approximately 55,000 Canada Post workers have been on st

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BCMar 10, 2026

Fire displaces about 100 residents from Mission retirement home

About 100 residents of a Mission retirement residence were displaced after a large fire broke out at the building Monday evening, according to the City of Mission. Emergency crews from the Mission Fire and Rescue Service, Mission RCMP and BC Emergency Health Services responded to Chartwell Carrington House shortly before 6 p.m. on March 9 after a fire started inside the retirement residence on 7th Avenue. First responders entered the building and helped elderly residents evacuate as flames spread. Residents were initially brought outside to the street, with some temporarily sheltered at a near
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BCMar 10, 2026

Abbotsford police searching for suspects after woman reports sexual assault

Police in Abbotsford say they are investigating after a woman reported she was taken to a rural area against her will and sexually assaulted by four men earlier this month. According to a release from the Abbotsford Police Department, the woman told investigators she was picked up by four men on Feb. 10 near the intersection of Cannon Avenue and Bevan Avenue in Abbotsford. Police say the woman reported that the men then drove her to the Sumas Mountain area and refused to let her leave the vehicle. Investigators say she was sexually assaulted at that location. The suspects are described as Sout
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CanadaMar 10, 2026

Former CBC anchor tells MPs broadcaster “silenced and intimidated” him

Former CBC television reporter and anchor Travis Dhanraj told a House of Commons committee Tuesday that the public broadcaster fostered a workplace culture where he says employees were “silenced and intimidated.” Dhanraj, who previously hosted the CBC program Canada Tonight, appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage as part of its study into the state of journalism and media in Canada. During his testimony, Dhanraj said the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation created what he described as a “toxic culture where intimidation went unchecked.” He said the b
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BCMar 10, 2026

Conservatives propose bill to remove barriers on interprovincial alcohol sales

Canada’s Conservative Party says it is pushing to remove federal barriers that limit the sale and delivery of Canadian alcohol between provinces. Conservative MP Dan Albas has introduced a private member’s bill that proposes amendments to the Canada Post Corporation Act. The changes would allow Canadian breweries, wineries and distilleries to ship products directly to consumers across provincial borders using Canada Post. Speaking at a news conference Tuesday morning, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said current rules make it harder for Canadian businesses to trade within the country
WorldMar 10, 2026

Bahrain says it intercepted 105 missiles, 176 drones amid rising Middle East tensions

Tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate following reported military actions involving the United States and Israel targeting Iran. Bahrain’s armed forces say the country’s air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed 105 missiles and 176 drones since Iran began what officials described as retaliatory attacks. According to a statement from Bahrain’s military, defence systems have been responding continuously to incoming aerial threats. Authorities said the interceptions took place as regional forces remain on heightened alert amid fears of a wider escalation across the Gulf