Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France’s far-right National Front who was known for fiery rhetoric against immigration and multiculturalism that earned him both staunch supporters and widespread condemnation, has died. He was 96. Jordan Bardella, president of the National Rally as the party is now known, confirmed Le Pen’s death in a post on social media platform X on Tuesday. A polarizing figure in French politics, Le Pen's controversial statements, including Holocaust denial, led to multiple convictions and strained his political alliances. Le Pen, who once reached the second round of

U.S. President Joe Biden says he is proud to call Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a friend as both men now prepare for their departures from leadership. Biden says he spoke with Trudeau on the phone Monday after the prime minister announced he would resign his post as soon as a new Liberal leader is chosen. The president will also be vacating the White House later this month when president-elect Donald Trump begins a second administration. In a statement Tuesday, Biden says the U.S.-Canada alliance is stronger because of Trudeau, even as his successor threatens 25 per cent tariffs against Americ

The Ontario government says it has launched an operation intended to beef up security along the border with the United States. In a news release, Premier Doug Ford says Operation Deterrence will "crack down on illegal border crossings and illegal guns and drugs." It comes as U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods unless Canada tightens border security, with an emphasis on fentanyl and illegal crossings. As part of the operation, Ontario says provincial police have an "emergency response team" of 200 officers focused on boosting border secur

As Liberal party brass begins to chart course for an expedited race to find Justin Trudeau's successor, potential contenders are weighing whether or not to join the fray -- including former central banker Mark Carney. The former Bank of Canada governor issued a statement Monday evening saying he is encouraged by support he has heard, and that he's considering his decision with family over the next few days. Former Montreal MP Frank Baylis declared his intent to enter the race in an interview Monday with The Hill Times. Party officials are expected to meet this week to begin the process for sel

A strong earthquake shook a mountainous region in western China near Nepal on Tuesday morning, killing at least ninety five people, state media said. State broadcaster CCTV cited the Ministry of Emergency Management for the death toll but did not give details on the casualties. The magnitude 7.1 quake struck in a mountainous area in the Tibet region, near the border with Nepal, at a depth of about 10 kilometers (6 miles), the U.S. Geological Survey said. China's earthquake monitoring agency recorded the magnitude as 6.8. The average altitude in the area around the epicenter is about 4,200 mete

There is a high possibility of an election in the spring after Parliament resumes its session in Canada. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced today that his party will vote to topple the government as soon as Parliament reconvenes. Jagmeet Singh stated that it doesn't matter who the leader of the Liberal Party will be, as the Liberals have disappointed the people and do not deserve another chance. He further mentioned that he will introduce a no-confidence motion against the government as soon as possible. It is worth noting that Jagmeet Singh held a news conference in Burnaby, where he reacted

The third case of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), similar to the coronavirus, has been reported in India. On Monday, a 2-month-old child from a Rajasthani family was confirmed positive in Ahmedabad, where the child is undergoing treatment. Earlier, two cases were detected in Karnataka: a 3-month-old girl and an 8-month-old boy, both treated in a Bengaluru hospital. HMPV infection causes symptoms resembling a cold or COVID-19 and predominantly affects young children. Following reports of HMPV cases, fear gripped the Indian stock market, leading to a significant drop. The Sensex closed 1,258

Premier David Eby has responded to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, expressing gratitude for Trudeau's service. Eby highlighted their collaboration on key issues, such as reducing child care costs for families. He emphasized the need for unity moving forward, particularly to protect Canadian workers and businesses from U.S. tariffs. Eby acknowledged that there may have been disagreements on certain issues but expressed appreciation for Trudeau's efforts during his tenure. It is noteworthy that the Liberals first formed a majority government under Trudeau’s leadership on October

Canada's main opposition leader, Pierre Poilievre, has criticized Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party. In a recently released video, Poilievre argued that Trudeau's resignation would not bring any meaningful change, as every Liberal MP and potential leadership contender has supported Trudeau’s policies over the past nine years. He claimed they are now attempting to mislead voters by introducing a new Liberal leader, continuing to exploit Canadians for the next four years. Poilievre stated that the only way to address Canada's challenges is through an election, where a Conser