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CanadaMar 19, 2025

Ottawa condemns China for executing Canadians

China's embassy in Ottawa is confirming that Beijing executed Canadian citizens earlier this year. It's not clear how many Canadians were executed, although the Canadian government says they did not include Abbotsford, B.C. native Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, who was sentenced to death for drug smuggling by a Chinese court in 2019. In a media statement, the Chinese embassy says the death penalty cases involving Canadian nationals were based on "solid and sufficient" evidence, adding Beijing has "zero tolerance" for drug crime. Global Affairs Canada says it "repeatedly called for clemency for the
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WorldMar 18, 2025

President Vladimir Putin Agrees to Limited Ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a limited ceasefire in Ukraine, including a 30-day halt in attacks on Ukraine's energy sector and infrastructure. This decision follows a 90-minute conversation between President Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, who discussed the potential for peace in Ukraine. According to reports, the ceasefire will begin with a suspension of military activity in the Black Sea, followed by discussions on a complete ceasefire and long-term peace. A Russian official confirmed that Putin has ordered an immediate halt to attacks on Ukraine's energy and infras
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WorldMar 18, 2025

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 413 Palestinians and shatter ceasefire with Hamas

Israel launched airstrikes across the Gaza Strip early Tuesday, killing at least 413 Palestinians, including women and children, according to hospital officials. The surprise bombardment shattered a ceasefire in place since January and threatened to fully reignite the 17-month-old war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes after Hamas refused Israeli demands to change the ceasefire agreement. Officials said the operation was open-ended and was expected to expand. The White House said it had been consulted and voiced support for Israel's actions. The Israeli military ordered peo
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WorldMar 18, 2025

Stuck astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are finally on their way back to Earth

NASA's two stuck astronauts are finally on their way home after more than nine months in space. Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams left the International Space Station in a SpaceX capsule early Tuesday, checking out with the cosmonaut and astronaut. The capsule is due to splash down in the evening off the Florida coast, weather permitting. Their return will close out a dramatic marathon mission that began with a bungled test flight of Boeing's Starliner capsule last June. They expected to be gone just a week or so when they launched and eventually had to switch to SpaceX to get back.
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WorldMar 17, 2025

Trump Administration Initiates Deportation Under Alien Enemies Act; 261 Venezuelans Deported to El Salvador Prison

US President Donald Trump has initiated deportation proceedings under the 227-year-old Alien Enemies Act, resulting in the deportation of 261 Venezuelan immigrants to a supermax prison in El Salvador. The US government took action under this law, alleging that the deported individuals were members of a drug trafficking gang. Notably, the deportation took place despite a US court having stayed the deportation order for these individuals. Trump administration officials stated that the flight had already taken off by the time the court order was issued. The deported Venezuelan citizens were dres
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Putin Agrees to U.S. Proposal for 30-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to the U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. However, he emphasized the need to address the root causes of the conflict to achieve long-term peace. Putin expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for his efforts to resolve the Ukraine crisis and also extended his thanks to other global leaders, including those from India and China. During a news conference in Moscow on Thursday, Putin stated that Russia supports the ceasefire but believes there are many issues that need to be discussed. Putin highlighted the importance of creating a m
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IndiaMar 12, 2025

Entering India Without Valid Passport Could Lead to Up to Five Years in Jail

The Indian government has introduced the Immigration Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, which includes stricter penalties for illegal entry into the country. According to the bill, anyone found entering India without a valid passport and documents could face imprisonment of up to five years and a fine of up to 5 lakh rupees. The bill also stipulates that individuals who illegally bring, house, or settle a foreigner in India could face a penalty of up to three years in prison, a fine ranging from 2 to 5 lakh rupees, or both. It will now be mandatory for all foreigners to possess a valid pa
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WorldMar 12, 2025

Pakistani security forces battle to free about 300 hostages aboard a hijacked train

Pakistani security forces exchanged gunfire on Wednesday with hundreds of separatist militants as they sought to free about 300 hostages aboard a train in the country’s rugged southwest, officials said. Security forces were being cautious as officials said the hostages were surrounded by militants wearing vests loaded with explosives. At least 27 militants have been killed and security forces rescued more than 150 of the 450 people who were on the train when it was hijacked on Tuesday as it entered a tunnel in Bolan, a district in restive Balochistan province. The Baloch Liberation Army grou
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WorldMar 11, 2025

Zelensky Agrees to Ceasefire Deal Amid Resumed US Support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to accept a ceasefire deal, as the United States announces the immediate resumption of intelligence sharing and military assistance to Ukraine. In a post on Telegram following a meeting between US and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia, Zelensky stated that the US understands Ukraine's reasoning and accepts its proposals. As a result, Ukraine is prepared to accept the US proposal for a full 30-day ceasefire with Russia. Zelensky also expressed gratitude to President Trump for the constructive dialogue between their teams.

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BCSep 02, 2025

Provincial Forest Advisory Council launches website, engagement process

The Provincial Forest Advisory Council (PFAC or the council) has launched a new website where people in British Columbia can learn about the council's work and share their input about the future of forestry in B.C. Announced in May 2025 by the Ministry of Forests, the council is an independent group of forestry experts tasked with developing recommendations for how to build a stronger, more stable forestry system that works for communities, the economy and the environment. The council's work will focus on understanding and articulating the underlying issues facing the forestry sector and the
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AlbertaSep 02, 2025

Alberta government pauses ban on school library books with sex content

Alberta's education minister is directing school boards to pause a government order to remove books with explicit sexual content from libraries. Demetrios Nicolaides says in an email to school divisions and officials that they should pause any development or distribution of lists of books that are to be removed. He says the pause is in effect until further notice. A draft list from Edmonton Public Schools of books to be removed from libraries was leaked online last week. It contains more than 200 titles, including Margaret Atwood's ``The Handmaid's Tale,'' which prompted the au
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BCSep 02, 2025

Female arrested after stabbing in Fort St John

28-year-old Kayla Breeze Trudeau has been taken into custody after a male was stabbed in a parking lot in Fort St John. On August 28, 2025, at approximately 1:46 p.m. Fort St John RCMP members responded to a report that a male had been stabbed in the chest in a parking lot near 99 Avenue and 100 Street in Fort St John, BC. Responding officers blocked 99 Avenue, investigated, and identified the female suspect who was arrested within 10 minutes of the initial call to the RCMP. The male victim was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Kayla Breeze Trudeau, who is known t
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BCSep 02, 2025

BC RCMP notifies IIO of incident in Burnaby

The BC RCMP has notified the Independent Investigations Office of British Columbia (IIO BC) of an incident in Burnaby which has resulted in one person being taken to hospital after an officer involved shooting. On Monday, September 1, 2025, at approximately 2:51 p.m. Burnaby RCMP received a call regarding a domestic dispute at a residence in the 4300 block of Dundas Street. When the responding officer arrived, they located a suspect with an edged weapon. An interaction occurred and shots were fired by police. The victim was taken to hospital with gunshot wounds. They are in serious condition.
BCSep 02, 2025

One person arrested after assault in Cranberry area

In the early morning of September 2, 2025, Powell River RCMP responded to an assault in progress on Irvine St. The male suspect fled on foot and a search involving Powell River RCMP, the Emergency Response Team, Police Dog Services and Air Services was initiated. Mowat Bay access was temporarily restricted to the public and the area was contained. The suspect was located in the area and he was arrested and taken into custody and will be held to appear in front of a Judge. There is no risk to public safety. All public areas in Cranberry are now open.