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WorldDec 18, 2024

Russia Develops Cancer Vaccine

Russia has succeeded in developing a cancer vaccine. Andrei Kuprin, General Director of the Radiological Medical Research Center of the Russian Ministry of Health, informed Radio Rossiya about this breakthrough. According to the Russian news agency TASS, the vaccine will be administered free of charge to Russian citizens starting next year. This discovery is being hailed as one of the biggest medical breakthroughs of the century. Kuprin stated that clinical trials of the vaccine have shown that it helps stop the growth of tumors. The vaccine is mRNA-based and works by stimulating the immune s
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WorldDec 18, 2024

NASA's 2 stuck astronauts face more time in space with return delayed until at least late March

NASA’s two stuck astronauts just got their space mission extended again. That means they won’t be back on Earth until spring, 10 months after rocketing into orbit on Boeing’s Starliner capsule. NASA announced the latest delay in Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams' home coming on Tuesday. The two test pilots planned on being away just a week or so when they blasted off June 5 on Boeing’s first astronaut flight to the International Space Station. Their mission grew from eight days to eight months after NASA decided to send the company’s problem-plagued Starliner capsule back empty in
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CanadaDec 18, 2024

Trump takes another shot on Truth Social at Canada becoming 51st state

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump is taking another shot at Canada about becoming part of the United States. In a post on Truth Social, Trump says many Canadians want Canada to become the 51st state. He says it would save on taxes and military protection and that he thinks it's a "great idea." Trump has made repeated digs at Canada and the suggestion that it could become the 51st state in recent days, referring to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as governor. The latest jibe comes as Trudeau deals with the bombshell resignation of Chrystia Freeland from cabinet and he faces calls from Liberals f
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WorldDec 17, 2024

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement May Be Reached in Coming Days

Israel and Hamas may reach an agreement on a Gaza ceasefire in the coming days. Reports indicate that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to travel to Cairo to negotiate a ceasefire. Meanwhile, White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby stated in an interview that the U.S. believes a ceasefire in Gaza is imminent. However, Kirby did not confirm whether Netanyahu’s trip to Cairo is related to ceasefire discussions. At the same time, Hamas stated in a release that a ceasefire and agreement on hostages could be possible if Israel stops imposing new condition
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WorldDec 17, 2024

11 Indians found dead at restaurant in Georgia's mountain resort of Gudauri

Twelve Indian nationals were found dead at a restaurant in Georgia's mountain resort of Gudauri, Of these, 10 were residents of Punjab. Georgia's internal affairs ministry statement said 11 victims were foreigners while one victim was a citizen. No signs of injuries or signs of violence were detected in an initial inspection. All victims died from carbon monoxide poisoning. It added that the bodies of all victims, employees in the same Indian restaurant, were found in bedrooms on the second floor of the facility. A power generator was placed in an indoor area, a closed space near the bedroom
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WorldDec 17, 2024

The head of Russia’s nuclear defense forces has been killed in an explosion in Moscow

The head of Russia’s Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defence Forces, Lt. General Igor Kirillov, was killed early Tuesday by an explosive device planted close to a residential apartment block in Moscow, Russia’s Investigative Committee said. Kirillov’s assistant also died in the blast. Kirillov was sentenced in absentia by a Ukrainian court Monday for the use of banned chemical weapons during Russia’s military operation in Ukraine that started in Feb. 2022.
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WorldDec 16, 2024

Storm Chido Wreaks Havoc in Mayotte, France, Killing 1,000

Storm Chido has devastated Mayotte, France, with winds reaching 225 km/h, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. Dozens of settlements have been completely destroyed, and it is feared that at least 1,000 people have died, though this figure is yet to be officially confirmed. The storm is being described as the worst to hit Mayotte in the past century, with residents likening the destruction to that of a nuclear bomb. Reports highlight that 48–50% of Mayotte's population are non-natives, many of whom arrived on the island via illegal migration. Located approximately 5,000 miles from Par
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WorldDec 16, 2024

Death toll in Gaza Strip from Israel-Hamas war tops 45,000

Health officials in the Gaza Strip say the death toll from the 14-month war between Israel and Hamas militants has topped 45,000 people. The Gaza Health Ministry does not distinguish between civilians and combatants in its count, but it has said that more than half of the fatalities are women and children. The Israeli military says it has killed more than 17,000 militants, without providing evidence. The Health Ministry said 45,028 people have been killed and 106,962 have been wounded since the start of the war in October 2023. It has said the real toll is higher because thousands of bodies ar
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WorldDec 13, 2024

Israeli Army Ready to Attack Iran's Nuclear Sites

The Israeli army is preparing to attack Iran's nuclear sites. Israel believes that Iran has become more isolated following the weakening of Hezbollah in Lebanon and the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria. In this context, Israel fears Iran may advance its nuclear program, potentially building a nuclear bomb. As a result, Israel is planning to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities when the right opportunity arises. Simultaneously, the Israeli military is carrying out attacks in Syria, targeting Syrian military and weapons sites. To date, more than 85 percent of Syria's air defense system has be

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CanadaFeb 20, 2026

Exclusive: PM Mark Carney on ending Canada’s extortion crisis, What’s the plan?

Vijay Saini, host of Connect FM's morning show, has conducted an exclusive interview with the country's Prime Minister Mark Carney. The issue of extortion was discussed in this special conversation when the two met in Surrey. Vijay Saini discussed various aspects related to extortion with the Prime Minister, ranging from local to international challenges. Meanwhile, when asked if the problem had become so serious because Canada did not follow its own rules, the Prime Minister said that the country did not have the legal tools to deal with extortions quickly. He said that for this reason, the
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BCFeb 20, 2026

Whitecaps FC and Connect FM announce Punjabi radio broadcast partnership

Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Connect FM 91.5 announced on Friday that the station will become the club’s Official Local Punjabi Radio Broadcast Partner for the 2026 season – a first of it’s kind in Major League Soccer (MLS). As part of the partnership, Connect FM will broadcast all 17 MLS regular season home matches live in Punjabi.Fans can tune in to Connect FM on 91.5 FM and 91.5 HD2 or stream the broadcast live via the Connect FM website, mobile app, or anywhere else the station is available.“Soccer is a universal sport, and we have always taken great pride in representing the diversi
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BCFeb 20, 2026

New Westminster police seize pills and cash in Queensborough drug trafficking probe

Police in New Westminster say a targeted drug trafficking investigation has led to the seizure of a significant quantity of pills, other suspected drugs and cash from a property in the Queensborough neighbourhood. According to the New Westminster Police Department, its Street Crime Unit launched the investigation in January and worked alongside another regional policing agency. Officers later executed a search warrant at a residence in Queensborough as part of the ongoing probe. Sgt. Andrew Leaver said drug trafficking and related violence are not tolerated in the city. He noted that the depar
CanadaFeb 20, 2026

Canada advances to gold medal game after 3–2 semifinal win over Finland

Canada is heading to the gold medal game at the Winter Olympics 2026 after defeating Finland 3–2 in a tightly contested men’s hockey semifinal on Saturday. Finland opened the scoring late in the first period when Mikko Rantanen found the back of the net to give his team a 1–0 lead. Early in the second period, Erik Haula extended Finland’s advantage to 2–0, putting pressure on the Canadian squad. Canada responded before the end of the second period. West Vancouver native Sam Reinhart scored on a deflection with five minutes remaining in the frame, cutting the deficit to 2–1 and shif
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IndiaFeb 20, 2026

India, U.S. Likely to Sign Interim Trade Deal in March, Says Piyush Goyal

India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal says an interim trade agreement between India and the United States could be signed as early as March, with implementation expected in April. The minister shared the update on Friday, indicating that negotiations have entered a final legal stage. According to Goyal, officials from both countries are scheduled to meet in the United States starting February 23 for three days of discussions aimed at finalizing the legal framework of the proposed agreement. The interim deal is expected to address tariff issues and market access while broader tr