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WorldApr 02, 2025

Rising Incidents of Tesla Vehicles Being Targeted in British Columbia

In British Columbia, reports of Tesla vehicles being targeted continue to emerge. On Monday, a similar incident occurred in the provincial capital, Victoria, where a suspicious woman was seen scratching a Tesla Cybertruck parked on Humboldt Street. The incident was captured by a camera installed in the Cybertruck, and police have released the footage in an attempt to identify the suspect. Victoria Police confirmed that this is the second incident of mischief involving a Tesla vehicle. Earlier, on February 13, offensive words were written on a Cybertruck, targeting Elon Musk. It's worth noting
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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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WorldApr 01, 2025

Myanmar earthquake death toll surpasses 2,700 as hope fades for finding more survivors

The death toll from the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar has surpassed 2,700, with thousands more injured, Myanmar media reported Tuesday. The head of Myanmar’s military government, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, told a forum in the capital, Naypyitaw, that 2,719 people have now been found dead, with 4,521 others injured and 441 missing, the Western News online portal reported. With many areas hit by Friday’s earthquake still not reached by rescue crews, those numbers are still expected to rise.
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WorldMar 31, 2025

Over 2,000 Dead in Myanmar After Powerful Earthquake

More than 2,000 people have died in Myanmar following a powerful earthquake that struck the country on Friday. In response to the devastating event, Myanmar's military leadership has declared a week of national mourning. The earthquake caused significant destruction, including the collapse of over 60 mosques. Additionally, the Thai government has launched an investigation into the collapse of a 33-story building under construction in Bangkok, which was also affected by the earthquake. Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister visited the site on Saturday and ordered a full investigation. The building,
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WorldMar 31, 2025

Pakistani Organization Nominates Imran Khan for Nobel Peace Prize

A Pakistani organization, the Pakistan World Alliance, has nominated former Prime Minister Imran Khan for the Nobel Peace Prize. The group has called for the imprisoned leader to be recognized for his efforts in promoting human rights and democracy. The Pakistan World Alliance was founded in December last year and is affiliated with the Norwegian political party Partiet Centrum. Each year, the Norwegian Nobel Committee receives hundreds of nominations before selecting the winner through an extensive eight-month process. Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan’s main opposition party, Pakistan T
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WorldMar 31, 2025

Israeli military orders evacuation of most of Rafah

The Israeli military has issued sweeping evacuation orders covering most of the southern city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip. The orders issued Monday come after Israel ended a ceasefire and renewed its air and ground war against Hamas earlier this month.
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WorldMar 28, 2025

Powerful earthquake rocks Thailand and Myanmar, high-rise building under construction collapsed in Bangkok

A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighboring Thailand on Friday, killing at least three people in Bangkok and burying dozens when a high-rise building under construction collapsed. Footage shared on social media from Myanmar's second-largest city showed widespread destruction, raising fears that many were trapped under the rubble or killed. The U.S. Geological Survey and Germany’s GFZ center for geosciences said the earthquake was a shallow 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), according to preliminary reports. Shallower earthquakes tend to cause more damage. Screaming and panic as buildings s
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WorldMar 28, 2025

Australia to hold general elections on May 3 with inflation and a housing shortage major issues

Australians will go to the polls on May 3 for general elections with high costs of living and a shortage of housing likely weighing against the government as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's center-left Labor Party seeks a second three-year term. Albanese drove to Governor-General Sam Mostyn's official residence on Friday to trigger the election and announced the date later at a news conference at Parliament House. “Over the last few years, the world has thrown a lot at Australia. In uncertain times, we cannot decide the challenges that we will face, but we can determine how we respond,”
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WorldMar 27, 2025

President Vladimir Putin to Visit India This Year

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India this year, with preparations currently underway. However, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that the specific month and date of the visit have yet to be finalized. Lavrov highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first foreign visit after his re-election was to Russia, and now it is Russia’s turn to reciprocate. This remark was made during a conference organized by the Russian International Affairs Council, focusing on Russia-India relations. Putin’s last visit to India took place on December 6, 2021, when 28 agree

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BCFeb 24, 2026

Nanaimo RCMP warn residents after $24,000 lost in bank impersonation scam

Police in Nanaimo are urging residents to remain cautious after a local resident lost about $24,000 in a fraud scheme involving suspects posing as bank officials. The Nanaimo RCMP say the victim believed they were communicating with representatives from the Royal Bank of Canada after receiving multiple phone calls and text messages that appeared to come from an official bank number. According to investigators, some of the messages included security verification codes. The victim, thinking the communication was legitimate, shared personal details with the caller. Police say that information was
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AlbertaFeb 24, 2026

Alberta returns to court to contest federal Impact Assessment Act amendments

The Alberta government is once again asking the courts to strike down Ottawa’s Impact Assessment Act, arguing that recent amendments still infringe on provincial jurisdiction over natural resources and development. The Alberta Court of Appeal began hearing arguments in Calgary this week in the province’s renewed constitutional challenge. The legislation, first enacted in 2019, establishes a federal review process for major infrastructure and resource projects, including pipelines, mines and energy developments, assessing potential environmental, economic, health and social impacts. Alberta
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BCFeb 24, 2026

First ever Punjabi broadcast of Vancouver Whitecaps game

Last Saturday, on International Mother Language Day, Punjabi (speaking and understanding) audience for the first time, got to hear commentary of a Major League Soccer match in Punjabi. Connect 91.5 FM aired the Vancouver Whitecaps game live in Punjabi. In addition to the game, there was a pre-game show and a post-game show. On this historic occasion, the commentary was handled by Connect FM's News Director Parvez Sandhu, and young commentators Jagraj Lali and Shubham Arora. This Punjabi commentary partnership between Connect FM and the Whitecaps was not limited to a single match, but rather th
BCFeb 24, 2026

One person feared dead after fire destroys Fraser Lake Inn and nearby business

A person is believed to have died following an early morning fire that destroyed the Fraser Lake Inn and a neighbouring commercial building in the community of Fraser Lake. The Fraser Lake RCMP said officers were called to the scene at approximately 3:06 a.m. on February 22 after reports of a structure fire at the Fraser Lake Inn. When police arrived, they learned that an individual had reportedly re-entered the building and had not been located. Officers attempted to search the structure but were forced to withdraw because of heavy smoke. The Fraser Lake Fire Department later extinguished the
WorldFeb 24, 2026

Former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson arrested in London over alleged misconduct linked to Epstein

British authorities have arrested former United Kingdom ambassador and senior political figure Peter Mandelson as part of an investigation tied to his past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Metropolitan Police Service confirmed that officers detained a 72 year old man at a residence in north London on suspicion of misconduct in public office. While police did not formally identify the individual, British media have previously reported that the investigation concerns Peter Mandelson. Investigators are examining documents that allegedly suggest Mandelson shared sensiti