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CanadaJun 27, 2022

PM Trudeau announces sanctions against 74 people and businesses in Russia and Belarus

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced new sanctions against 74 people and businesses in Russia and Belarus. They include 46 entities linked to the Russian defence sector and 15 Ukrainians who support the Russian occupation. Trudeau says Canada also plans to sanction state-sponsored propaganda agents in an attempt to counter Kremlin disinformation. The announcement comes as G-7 leaders meeting in Germany discuss the threat to global stability posed by the invasion of Ukraine.
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WorldJun 24, 2022

Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade; Biden called the decision ``wrong, extreme and out of touch"

President Joe Biden spoke from the White House about the Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, the landmark decision that legalized abortion nationwide. He said the court has done what it's never done before in taking away a constitutional right that is so fundamental to so many Americans. He says the decision places the health and life of women at risk. Biden is vowing to do everything in his power to protect a woman's right to an abortion in states where they are now prohibited. The US Supreme Court voted 6-3 to strike down Row v. Wade. Biden called the decision ``wrong, extreme and
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WorldJun 24, 2022

US coach makes dramatic rescue of artistic swimmer at worlds

Andrea Fuentes prevented a tragedy at the swimming world championships with her quick reaction. The United States coach knew something was wrong when she saw artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez sink motionless to the bottom of the pool during a solo free routine on Wednesday. The fully clothed Fuentes dived in. She swam to the unresponsive Alvarez, put her arms around her, and lifted her to the water's surface. Another person helped get her out of the pool. Alvarez is a two-time Olympian. She had fainted. USA Artistic Swimming says she is feeling much better.
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CanadaJun 23, 2022

Vatican releases pope's Canada itinerary, a sign trip is on

The Vatican has released the itinerary for Pope Francis' July 24-30 visit to Canada. The publication of the program on Thursday is a sign he intends to go ahead with the trip despite knee problems that forced him to cancel a six-day visit to Africa that was also planned for next month. Francis is due to visit Canada to apologize to Indigenous peoples for abuses at Catholic-run residential schools. The 85 year old pope has been using a wheelchair for over a month because of strained ligaments in his right knee that have made standing and walking difficult. The itinerary was delayed for nearly
BCJun 23, 2022

Horgan pulls the plug on controversial $789 million project; Furstenau says Premier took far too long

Premier John Horgan has pulled the plug on a controversial 800-million dollar plan to build a replacement for the aging Royal BC Museum in Victoria. Horgan says he's heard quite clearly from the people of BC that it's the wrong time for such a project and they want his government to rethink its plans to protect the museum's priceless artifacts. He says he made the wrong call and his government will go back to the drawing board to find a project that all residents can get behind. His government had said it approved the project because the museum can't withstand a flood or earthquake, and renov
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BCJun 22, 2022

Leap in gas prices being blamed for the steepest climb in the cost of living in nearly 40 years

A leap in gas prices is blamed for the steepest climb in the cost of living in nearly 40 years. Statistics Canada says the national inflation rate in May rose to 7.7 per cent when compared with May of last year, and has jumped nearly one per cent since April. BC also saw a sharp hike last month as inflation in this province was set at 8.1 per cent, a 1.4 per cent vault over April's 6.7 per cent setting. Vancouver and Victoria posted identical rates of 8.2 per cent in May, well over a percentage point higher than the month earlier, with Stats-Can saying a nearly 10 per cent spike in food costs
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BCJun 21, 2022

Province honours the leadership and strength of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples: John Horgan

Premier John Horgan and BC's Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Minister Murray Rankin have issued a statement to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day. Horgan says the province honours the leadership and strength of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples throughout British Columbia. He says much has changed since the first celebration 26 years ago, but there is still a lot of work to do to make reconciliation a reality and right past wrongs. A statement from the B-C Liberal caucus says reconciliation requires not only that the past is recognized and addressed, but also that a brighter a
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CanadaJun 21, 2022

Canada's Masse wins third straight world 100 backstroke medal with silver in Budapest

Kylie Masse took silver in the women's 100-metre backstroke at the world aquatic championships, finishing just short of a third straight world title in the event. Masse, from LaSalle, Ont., finished in 58.40 seconds, .18 seconds behind winner Regan Smith of the United States. Claire Curzan of the U.S., was third in 58.67 seconds. Masse got the fastest start in the field of eight swimmers and was beside Smith out of the turn. Masse pressured Smith over the final 50 metres, but the American touched the wall just ahead of the two-time champion. It's the sixth world championship medal for Masse,
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CanadaJun 20, 2022

Freeland, Yellen say they are working together to combat soaring global inflation

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen say the two countries are working together to combat rising inflation by ensuring supply chains are more resilient. The pair spoke about the turbulent global economy at a joint news conference in downtown Toronto on Monday afternoon, which marks Yellen's first trip to Canada as secretary of the Treasury. During the news conference, Freeland said the two countries are facing a consequential time for the global economy, which comes with a historic opportunity to ensure resiliency in supply chains that will prevent futur

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BCNov 13, 2026

Two Women Charged After Separate Violent Shoplifting Incidents in Downtown Vancouver

Two women have been charged with robbery and assault following two separate violent shoplifting incidents in downtown Vancouver on Thursday afternoon. According to police, the first incident occurred around 3:20 p.m. at a clothing store near Granville and Robson streets. A 60-year-old woman allegedly stole clothing and left without paying. When a security guard attempted to stop her, she became violent and assaulted the guard's hand. About an hour later, a second incident occurred at an electronics store in the same area. A 43-year-old woman allegedly stole a speaker and attempted to flee. Whe
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CanadaNov 13, 2026

RCMP, FBI Disrupt Three Major International Malware Networks in Global Operation

Canada’s RCMP, in collaboration with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other international partners, has announced the disruption of three major international malware cybercrime networks under Operation Endgame. The operation targeted three dangerous malware networks — Russia-based GootLoader, CastleRAT and StealC. Coordinated by European Union agencies Europol and Eurojust, the multinational operation involved law enforcement agencies from Canada, the United States, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and several other countries. During the operation, authorities
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IndiaNov 13, 2026

Bibi Jagir Kaur Set to Rejoin Shiromani Akali Dal on November 15

Former Punjab minister Bibi Jagir Kaur is now set to rejoin the Shiromani Akali Dal on November 15. She was originally scheduled to join the party on November 13, but the programme was postponed because SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal was in Delhi. As per the revised schedule, Sukhbir Badal will visit her residence in Begowal, Kapurthala district, on Sunday. Jagir Kaur’s political secretary announced the new date of her return to the party through social media. It is worth mentioning that Bibi Jagir Kaur has been associated with the Shiromani Akali Dal (Punar Surjit), led by Giani Harpreet
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CanadaNov 13, 2026

Mark Carney Personally Leading Canada-U.S. Trade Negotiations, Says Mélanie Joly

Canada’s Industry Minister Mélanie Joly has clarified that Prime Minister Mark Carney is personally leading the ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. Joly said Carney is the chief negotiator in the discussions, with Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc working alongside him. She added that both leaders remain actively engaged in ongoing talks with U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration. The clarification comes after trade negotiations between the two countries collapsed in August, followed by the introduction of new tariffs. However, high-level contacts have r
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IndiaNov 13, 2026

Court to Decide on Amritpal Singh’s Custodial Parole Date on November 16

The Amritsar court will now decide on Monday, November 16, the date for the one-day custodial parole granted to jailed Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh to attend the last rites of his grandmother. Earlier, on Friday morning, the court had granted him one-day custodial parole for November 14. However, his lawyer’s initial application had sought permission for him to attend the cremation on November 14. Due to delays in the court proceedings, only one day remained to complete the necessary legal formalities and arrange his transfer from Dibrugarh Jail in Assam to Punjab. As a result, the cremat