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WorldJul 24, 2025

Plane with 49 people disappears from radar over Russia's Far East

A plane carrying 49 people has disappeared from radar over Russia’s Far Eastern Amur region, local officials said Thursday. Forty-three passengers, including five children, as well as six crew members were on board the flight from the city of Blagoveshchensk on the Russian-Chinese border to the town of Tynda, regional Gov. Vasily Orlov said.
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BCJul 23, 2025

Cochrane RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing mother and daughter

Cochrane, Alta. - Cochrane RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating missing mother and daughter. 30-year-old Ashley Bartley and 4-year-old Marlie Myers were last seen in Cochrane on July 12, 2025. They may be travelling in a white 2021 Chevrolet Spark, bearing Alberta licence CWH 6991. They are also linked to a brown Chevrolet Silverado bearing Alberta licence CTK 2994. It is believed they may be in the Vancouver area and there is concern for their wellbeing. Ashley is described as: 5 foot 4 inches tall and 130 poundsLong, brown hair and brown eyesLast seen wearing a white t-shirt, sho
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CanadaJul 23, 2025

Trump administration is treating Canada like an enemy: Doug Ford

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said on the final day of the Canadian premiers' meeting that the Trump administration is treating Canada like an enemy. After a day of talks focused on domestic issues such as bail reform and health transfers, Canada's premiers showed unity against US President Donald Trump's threat of a trade war. Asked if he would be content to wait until 2026 to renegotiate the Canada-US-Mexico agreement, Ford said, "I have no problem, but I can't trust Trump." Ford said Trump keeps changing his mind. Let us tell you that Canada's premiers are wrapping up their three-day meetin
AlbertaJul 23, 2025

Alberta pays out $143 million to company over coal policy reversal

Alberta is paying out more than $140 million to end one of five lawsuits launched against it over its coal mining policies. A notice published online by Atrum Coal says the company has agreed to end its lawsuit and surrender its land back to the province in exchange for the payment. The company says it received just under $137 million last week and will receive another $6 million after it completes some reclamation work. Atrum was one of two companies suing the province that announced last month that settlements were reached, but the other,Evolve Power, has yet to share details.
BCJul 23, 2025

Richmond man sentenced for contravening Securities Act

Vancouver – A Richmond resident has been sentenced after being found guilty of trading in securities without being registered and trading in securities without filing a prospectus, following an investigation by the BC Securities Commission (BCSC). Richard Yung Shyang Chen was convicted and fined $4001 on July 4 at the conclusion of a trial in Vancouver Provincial Court. Chen, a registered mutual fund dealing representative, promoted and facilitated two trades in investment contracts that were outside the scope of his registration, while also working as a bookkeeper for the organization offer
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BCJul 23, 2025

Three people trapped in B.C.'s Red Chris mine, Premier David Eby says

Three miners have been trapped underground at British Columbia's Red Chris copper and gold mine. B.C. Premier David Eby released the news at the end of the premiers' gathering in Ontario. Eby said to the best of the government's knowledge the workers are uninjured and in a refuge area at the mine in B.C.'s northern Interior. The premier said they are in contact with the mine's owner which is working with world-leading mining rescue experts. "B.C. miners are the best in the world. Our rescue teams are exceptional, and they will be working overtime to bring these workers home safely to their fam
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WorldJul 23, 2025

Trump's biggest ever trade deal with Japan worth $550 billion

The biggest ever trade deal between the US and Japan has been announced by Donald Trump himself. This deal includes $550 billion in Japanese investment and a 15 percent tariff. Trump claims that this deal between the two countries will create millions of jobs, while this has never happened before. He also says that 90 percent of whatever benefit will be gained from it will go to the US. President Trump says that all the obstacles to the trade deal have been removed. Now the US will be able to access the Japanese markets in a better way. Trump also said that Japan has also agreed to impose
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CanadaJul 23, 2025

Fitness hearing for Adam Kai-Ji Lo, accused of 11 murders at Vancouver festival

The man accused of ramming an SUV into a crowd and killing 11 people at the Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day festival is set to appear in court today, with a judge determining if he's fit to stand trial. RJ Aquino, the chair of festival organizer Filipino BC, says the court proceedings could prove "traumatizing" for victims and members of the Filipino community. He says many have expressed anger and frustration since the April 26 attack and still find it difficult to cope with the tragedy almost three months later. Thirty-year-old Adam Kai-Ji Lo faces 11 charges of second-degree murder, after police an
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CanadaJul 23, 2025

Trump announces more trade deals as deadline looms for higher tariffs on Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump announced more trade deals this week as his deadline for Canada and the United States to negotiate a new economic and security partnership draws closer. Trump said Tuesday that the United States had made deals with Japan and the Philippines. The White House also provided more information on the framework of a deal with Indonesia that Trump had announced earlier this month. The announcements come just over a week before Trump’s latest duty deadline, and as pressure mounts on many of America's largest trading partners. Trump has sent letters to multiple nations, inc

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WorldDec 19, 2025

EU approves 90 billion euro loan package to support Ukraine through 2027

European Union leaders have agreed to provide Ukraine with a 90 billion euro interest-free loan aimed at supporting the country’s military operations and stabilizing its economy over the next two years. The decision was confirmed Friday by European Council President Antonio Costa following late-night negotiations among member states. In a statement posted on social media, Costa said the funding package for 2026 and 2027 reflects the bloc’s long-term commitment to Ukraine as it continues to defend itself against Russia’s invasion. Details on how the loan will be financed have not yet been
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IndiaDec 19, 2025

Supreme Court declines interim bail to Majithia, issues notice to Punjab government

The Supreme Court of India has declined to grant interim bail to senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a disproportionate assets case, while issuing a notice to the Punjab government seeking its response to his bail plea. A bench of the top court directed the state government to file its reply within four weeks. The matter has been listed for further hearing on January 19, after the state submits its response. Majithia is facing charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act, with investigators alleging he amassed assets worth more than Rs. 540 crore beyond his known sourc
AlbertaDec 19, 2025

Alberta plans 2026 pilot to raise speed limits on select rural highways

The Alberta government says it will move ahead in 2026 with a pilot project that would increase speed limits to 120 kilometres per hour on certain rural divided highways across the province. Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen said the decision follows public feedback gathered through an online survey earlier this fall, when the province asked Albertans whether speed limits should be raised on divided highways. According to the government, about 59,000 people responded, with 68 per cent expressing support for higher limits. Currently, many rural divided highways in Alberta are capped at 110
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BCDec 18, 2025

Coquitlam RCMP warn residents after spike in home break-ins targeting back doors

Coquitlam RCMP are urging residents to take extra precautions after a recent increase in residential break and enters across the city, many involving similar methods and locations. Police say the incidents have raised concern among investigators due to their frequency and pattern. Mounties report receiving about 21 complaints of residential break-ins since November 23. In most cases, suspects entered homes through rear sliding glass doors, with incidents largely occurring between mid-afternoon and late evening, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Police note that homes backing onto green spaces, trails, or
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BCDec 18, 2025

Burnaby RCMP seek public help to identify suspects in South Burnaby package theft

Burnaby RCMP are asking for the public’s help to identify three people believed to be involved in a package theft at a South Burnaby home earlier this month. Police say the incident happened just before noon on December 1, when a dark-coloured SUV stopped outside a residence. Investigators allege a male suspect briefly exited the vehicle before two female suspects approached the front door and removed multiple delivered packages, placing them in the back of the SUV before driving away. Mounties say package thefts typically increase during the holiday season, with residents across Burnaby and