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CanadaMar 14, 2025

I have no plans to visit the United States at the moment: Mark Carney

In his first speech as Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney made it clear that he has no immediate plans to visit the United States. Carney stated that his primary focus is on strengthening trade ties between Canada, Europe, and the UK, adding that he will engage with President Trump when the time is right. Meanwhile, as Carney and his cabinet were being sworn in, controversial remarks made by current US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about Canadian sovereignty surfaced in Canada. Rubio had stated in response to a reporter's question that Trump believes it would be better for Canada to join
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Decrease in Immigrants Stopped at US-Canada Border, While Detentions in Canada Rise

The number of immigrants stopped from entering the US from Canada has dropped to its lowest level since May 2022, according to data from US Customs and Border Protection. However, there has been an increase in the number of people detained after entering Canada. According to the report, US Border Patrol officers apprehended 481 individuals at the Canada-US border in February, down from 616 in January and a multi-year high of 3,601 in June of last year. An official stated that under an agreement between the two countries to combat illegal migration, both Canada and the US are sending back asyl
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Mark Carney Cabinet Announcement: Kamal Khaira Becomes Canada’s New Health Minister

In the newly formed cabinet of Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada, François-Philippe Champagne has been appointed Minister of Finance, replacing Dominique LeBlanc. LeBlanc, who previously held the finance portfolio, is now the Minister of International Trade. Chrystia Freeland has rejoined the cabinet as Minister of Transport and Internal Trade. Anita Anand has taken on the role of Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry. Meanwhile, Kamal Khaira, of Punjabi origin, has been promoted to become Canada’s new Minister of Health. The Ministry of Health was previously held by Mark Hollan
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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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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Canada Endorses U.S. Ceasefire Proposal for Ukraine

Canada has announced its support for the U.S. ceasefire proposal for Ukraine. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly stated at the conclusion of the G7 meeting in Quebec today that the G7 countries are united in backing the U.S. initiative. Joly emphasized that the international community is now closely monitoring Moscow’s response, noting that the ball is now in Russia’s court. Joly also clarified that during the G7 meeting, U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments on Canadian sovereignty were not discussed with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Instead, their discussions focused on U
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Mark Carney Sworn in as Canada’s Prime Minister

Mark Carney has taken office as Canada’s Prime Minister today, marking the end of the Trudeau era. Carney and his cabinet were sworn in at Rideau Hall, the official residence of Governor General Mary Simon in Ottawa. Carney has included former Trudeau cabinet ministers Kamal Khera and Anita Anand in his government, along with Dominique LeBlanc, François-Philippe Champagne, former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, and Steven Guilbeault. Carney, an economist and former central banker, served as Governor of the Bank of Canada from 2008 to 2013 under former Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Man and woman accused in Edmonton security guard death plead not guilty

The two people accused in the shooting death of a 20-year-old Edmonton security guard have pleaded not guilty and will have a preliminary hearing this summer. Evan Rain and Judith Saulteaux are both charged with first-degree murder in the death of Harshandeep Singh. Singh died in hospital in December after he was found unresponsive by Edmonton police officers who were responding to a report of a gunshot at a downtown apartment building. The preliminary hearing for the two 30-year-olds is to begin July 10 in an Edmonton courtroom and will determine whether there is enough evidence to jus
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CanadaMar 14, 2025

Alberta fires back in wrongful dismissal suit, says ex-health boss was incompetent

Alberta's health minister has officially fired back against allegations from a former health leader who says she was fired for investigating sweetheart deals, collusion and high-level political arm-twisting. Adriana LaGrange, in a statement of defence, says Athana Mentzelopoulos was not fired from her job as the head of Alberta Health Services for investigating corruption. LaGrange says Mentzelopoulos was fired because she was failing to do her job and was working to stop mandated health reform to keep the power and perks of her position. Alberta Health Services has been in charge of all h
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CanadaMar 13, 2025

Trudeau says he's 'proud of Canadians' in video posted on his last day in office

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a farewell message to Canadians today as he marks his last full day in office. In a video posted to X, Trudeau says he's proud to have served a country full of people who stand up for what's right, rise to every occasion and "always have each others' backs when it matters most." Liberal Leader Mark Carney will be sworn in as Canada's 24th prime minister at a ceremony at Rideau Hall Friday after Trudeau's formal resignation. Trudeau says that while this may be his last day in the job, he will always be "boldly and unapologetically Canadian." He says his only

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IndiaNov 14, 2025

AAP secures decisive win in Tarn Taran bypoll as Harmeet Singh Sandhu leads by wide margin

The Aam Aadmi Party has strengthened its position in Punjab after winning the Tarn Taran assembly by-election with a significant lead. According to the final count released today, AAP candidate Harmeet Singh Sandhu secured 42,649 votes, finishing well ahead of his competitors in a closely watched contest. Sukhwinder Kaur Randhawa of Shiromani Akali Dal placed second with 30,558 votes, trailing Sandhu by 12,091 votes. The election saw participation from multiple parties, with Mandeep Singh of Waris Punjab De finishing third with 19,620 votes. Congress candidate Kanwarveer Singh Burj followed in
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CanadaNov 14, 2025

Surrey Police Seek Public Help After Sexual Assault Reported at Local Business

Surrey Police Service is asking residents to help identify a suspect after a 10-year-old girl reported being sexually assaulted inside a business near 138 Street. The incident occurred on September 17 at about 7:15 pm, when police say a man approached the child and briefly touched her before running from the area. Officers responded shortly after the report was made and the SPS Special Investigation Section has since taken over the file. Investigators released a surveillance image of the suspect on Thursday, hoping someone in the community may recognize him. Police in Surrey have noted that co
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AlbertaNov 14, 2025

Alberta says talks with Ottawa continue as province presses for new pipeline approval

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the province is encouraged by the federal government’s latest list of major projects flagged for potential fast-track approval, even though a proposed bitumen pipeline sought by her government was not included. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced earlier today that seven additional energy and infrastructure proposals have been sent to the federal major projects office for further review. The projects identified by Ottawa include a nickel mine in northern Ontario, a hydroelectric development near Iqaluit, and two initiatives in northwest British Columbia i
AlbertaNov 14, 2025

Edmonton health officials confirm localized tuberculosis outbreak linked to inner city

Health authorities in Edmonton have confirmed a tuberculosis outbreak after laboratory results linked two inner city patients to the same strain of the disease. The declaration was made in October once testing showed evidence of recent local transmission. According to Alberta Health Services, a total of 12 tuberculosis cases have been identified this year involving individuals connected to the city’s inner core or experiencing homelessness. Three of those cases have been confirmed as sharing the same strain and are now classified within the outbreak. Tuberculosis primarily affects the lungs
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BCNov 14, 2025

Burnaby RCMP urges caution after five people struck on local roads in two days

Burnaby RCMP is calling on both drivers and pedestrians to take extra care as winter conditions set in, after officers responded to five separate incidents involving cyclists, pedestrians, or scooter users over the past two days. Police say the collisions occurred during dark and rainy periods, conditions that typically lead to reduced visibility on local roads. Cpl. Mike Kalanj said the seasonal weather continues to create higher risks for anyone travelling on or near busy streets. He noted that most of the recent collisions happened in marked crosswalks or bike lanes. Three of the individual