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CanadaApr 17, 2025

Alberta reports six more cases of measles, bringing total to 83

Alberta is reporting six more confirmed cases of measles, bringing the province's total since the beginning of March to 83. The province says four of the new cases are in central Alberta, and the other two are in the province's south. It says the majority of cases involve children between five and 17 years old. Provincial data shows at least eight people have been hospitalized. Alberta's former chief medical officer of health, Dr. Mark Joffe, has said most cases are likely past the point of being contagious, but that doesn't necessarily reflect community risk. Health officials say measles
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CanadaApr 16, 2025

Delays at Vancouver International Airport Continue for Third Day on Wednesday

Delays at Vancouver International Airport, ongoing for the past two days, continue on Wednesday. Both inbound and outbound flights are affected by a shortage of NAV Canada resources, including flight controllers, a situation that began at 3 p.m. on Monday. A spokesperson for Vancouver Airport said that air travel in the region, including at YVR, will continue to be disrupted due to a staffing shortage at the air navigation service provider, NAV Canada. NAV Canada has not provided a timeline for when the issue will be resolved. In the meantime, passengers are advised to prepare for potential c
bank-of-canada-presents-two-economic-scenarios-amid-trade-war-uncertainty
CanadaApr 16, 2025

Bank of Canada Presents Two Economic Scenarios Amid Trade War Uncertainty

The Bank of Canada has presented two possible scenarios instead of precise economic forecasts for the first time since COVID, one of which predicts a deep recession and a possible increase in inflation in Canada. The bank’s first scenario assumes that if tariffs are withdrawn through negotiations, the economy will only stagnate in the second quarter, after which it will gradually grow back. But the second scenario is that if the trade war lasts longer, the Canadian economy will go into recession for a year and inflation will rise to 3.5 per cent by mid-2026. Governor Tiff McCallum said that
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CanadaApr 16, 2025

Canada’s $7-Billion Pharmaceutical Exports to U.S. at Risk Amid Tariff Threat

Nearly $7 billion in Canadian pharmaceutical exports to the United States could soon be hit by new tariffs, as the White House launches an investigation into the entire pharmaceutical supply chain. The move places Canadian pharmaceutical products at risk of being included in a sweeping round of trade measures. Pharmaceuticals, along with automobiles and electronics, are among the top U.S. imports now facing potential tariffs. US President Donald Trump recently signaled aggressive action, stating that tariffs on pharmaceuticals will reach levels "you've never seen before." In addition to pharm
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CanadaApr 16, 2025

Green Party Disqualified from Federal Leaders' Debates

The Green Party has been disqualified from participating in the federal leaders' debates scheduled for today and tomorrow, ahead of Canada’s April 28 election. The decision was made by the Leaders' Debate Commission, the government agency responsible for organizing the French and English debates. According to the commission, the Green Party failed to meet the minimum participation requirements. The party reportedly reduced the number of its candidates contesting the federal election, thereby falling short of the eligibility criteria. The Green Party initially submitted a list of 343 candida
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CanadaApr 16, 2025

Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Global Uncertainty

Canadians will not see any further cuts in loan rates, as the Bank of Canada has decided to keep interest rates unchanged amid uncertainty stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump's ongoing tariff war. The central bank’s benchmark interest rate remains steady at 2.75 percent. Previously, the Bank of Canada had reduced rates seven consecutive times, with the most recent cut of 0.25 percentage points taking place on March 12. Following that reduction, major banks including the Royal Bank of Canada, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, National Bank of Canada, and Toronto-Dominion Bank lowered
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CanadaApr 16, 2025

Carney, Poilievre to meet face-to-face as party leaders square off in first debate

Liberal Leader Mark Carney's French language skills will be put to the test, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre will seek to turn his numbers around, when the five main federal party leaders square off in Montreal tonight in the first of two debates ahead of election day on April 28. The two-hour French-language debate will be moderated by Radio-Canada's Patrice Roy and will focus on five themes: the cost of living, energy and climate, the trade war, identity and sovereignty, and immigration and foreign affairs. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanche
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CanadaApr 16, 2025

Edmonton police issue warning about released Convicted sex offender

Police in Edmonton are issuing a warning to the public about a convicted sex offender. They say Robert Edward Ventress is set to be released from jail after serving his sentence, but officials believe he could commit another offence. The 55-year-old is subject to a court order with multiple conditions. Ventress is about 6 feet tall and weighs about 170 pounds. His eye color is green and hair is brown. Police say he has a history of sexual offences, child pornography and failure to comply with court conditions, so people are to call them with any concerns about him when he is released.
u-s-once-again-undermines-canadian-sovereignty-reaffirms-51st-state-remark
CanadaApr 15, 2025

U.S. Once Again Undermines Canadian Sovereignty, Reaffirms 51st State Remark

The United States has once again stirred controversy over Canadian sovereignty. During a press briefing today, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that President Trump's position on Canada has not changed. Leavitt reaffirmed that Trump continues to believe Canada would benefit from becoming the 51st state of the United States, a long-standing and provocative view that has drawn sharp criticism in Canada. The comment came in response to a journalist's question asking whether the President had stopped referring to Canada as the 51st state, particularly since the Canadian electio
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Indian Foreign Secretary calls on Pakistan to 'address violations'

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has just given a short briefing. He says: "For the last few hours, there have been repeated violations of the understanding we arrived at earlier this evening. "This is a breach of the understanding arrived at earlier today." Misri says India's armed forces are "giving an appropriate response" and he concludes his briefing by "calling upon Pakistan to address these violations". Pakistan has yet to comment on Misri's statement.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Explosions heard in Jammu-Kashmir, Punjab again blackout

There are media reports of firing in Akhnoor, Poonch, Nowshera, Srinagar, RS Pura, Samba, Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir.- 3 hours after the ceasefire between India and Pakistan came into effect at 5 pm on Saturday. "What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar," Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said in the post on X. At the same time, blackout has been imposed again in Pathankot, Amritsar, Bathinda, Hoshiarpur, Ferozepur and Fazilka.
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

India warns Pakistan, 'We'll Act When Needed'

India on Saturday said its "armed forces remain fully prepared and ready," after it reached an agreement with Pakistan to halt all military action. Speaking at a joint press conference with Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofia Qureshi following the ceasefire deal, Commodore Raghu R Nair said, "we remain fully prepared and vigilant and committed to defending the sovereignty and integrity of the motherland. "Every misadventure by Pakistan has been met with strength. Every future escalation will invite a decisive response. We remain fully operationally ready to launch whatever operation
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar and Pakistan's Dar confirm ceasefire

India and Pakistan have formally agreed to a ceasefire following days of heightened tensions, Dr S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India and Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed on Saturday evening. India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, in a social media post on X, says his country and Pakistan have “worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action”. “India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so,” he added. On the other hand, Dar
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

The 'war' between India and Pakistan is over! DGMOs of both countries will talk again on May 12

There is now a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Giving this information, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that talks were held between the DGMOs of both countries at 3.35 pm today. During the talks, it was decided that both countries will immediately stop air, water and land attacks from 5 pm today. Along with this, a ceasefire has been declared between the two countries. Misri said that on May 12, officials of both countries will discuss the future strategy.