36 minutes ago 5 Palestinian journalists killed by Israeli strike, Gaza Health Ministry says

The journalists were working for the local news outlet Al-Quds Today, a television channel affiliated with the Islamic Jihad militant group.

Politics

60 minutes ago Trudeau’s Crisis Puts Spotlight on Succession Rules for Canada’s Liberals

The turmoil that’s threatening to topple Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has members of his political party poring over the rulebook for replacing him.

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94 minutes ago The year that was: Donald Trump's comeback | Jasper wildfire | Calgary water crisis | Justin Trudeau on the brink

These and other headlines helped to define the course of 2024.

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2 hours ago Letters December 26, 2024: ‘Santa may have been a little shortsighted.’

WHAT WAS SANTA THINKING? Christmas is in total chaos this year. Evidently Santa Claus, in a Zoom call with all his reindeer, told Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer that he would be replacing him with Blitzen, but Santa still expected Rudolph to pull the Christmas Sleigh on Christmas Eve. At the news that he was […]

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12 hours ago Man arrested in Christmas Eve attack on 2 people at N.Y.C. subway station

NEW YORK — A man accused of using a knife to slash a man and a woman in Manhattan’s Grand Central subway station faced assault and menacing charges Wednesday. The man was arrested on assault, reckless endangerment, menacing, harassment, disorderly conduct and a weapons charge after the attack at 10:15 p.m. Tuesday which left a […]

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13 hours ago Beyonce’s performance highlighted Netflix’s NFL debut on Christmas Day

Beyonce provided more excitement than either game during Netflix’s NFL debut on Christmas Day. Riding into her halftime appearance on a white horse, the 32-time Grammy winner rocked her hometown Houston crowd with a nearly 13-minute performance on Wednesday. She surprised fans by bringing along Shaboozey to perform Sweet Honey Buckiin and Post Malone joined […]

Culture

14 hours ago Calgarians spend Christmas enjoying time with loved ones, helping others

'The place is beautiful ... It's amazing. Everybody's having fun'

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14 hours ago Syrie: 17 morts, dont 14 «membres du ministère de l’Intérieur» tués dans la province de Tartous

Quatorze membres des forces de sécurité ont été tués mercredi en Syrie, selon le ministère de l’Intérieur, dans des combats avec des hommes armés.

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15 hours ago Trump says he urged Wayne Gretzky to run for Canadian prime minister in Christmas visit

Trump added that it would be 'fun to watch' if Canadians launched a movement to get the retired hockey player to seek office

Politics

15 hours ago Mexique: nouvelle saisie de fentanyl à un mois de l’investiture de Trump

Le Mexique a annoncé une nouvelle saisie de fentanyl à un mois de l’investiture du président américain élu Donald Trump.

Economics

17 hours ago Yemen Houthi rebel group attacks Israel fifth time in one week as regional tensions escalate

The ratcheting up of regional tensions comes as Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz reaffirmed the country's goal to degrade the Houthi's military capabilities and even begin targeting the militia's leadership

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17 hours ago Toronto shelter workers say holidays difficult time for refugee claimants

Workers on the front line of Toronto’s homeless crisis say the holiday season has been tough for those living on the streets, as colder temperatures set in along with feelings of isolation. “Whether you’re a newcomer and it’s your first Christmas away from the family, whether you’re Canadian-born and your family is still far away […]

Society

18 hours ago Ottawa shelters offering dinners and gifts for residents over the holidays

The Shepherds of Good Hope expected “a few hundred people” for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Christmas Day.

Society

18 hours ago FINGER LICKIN’ CHRISTMAS: Millions of Japanese families celebrate holidays with KFC

For many people in Japan over the last five decades, KFC — and Kentucky Fried Chicken before that — were an integral part of the holidays. In fact, every year at Christmas, 3.5 million Japanese families choose the chicken chain, according to an Instagram clip shared by the BBC. Customers line up to grab their […]

Culture

19 hours ago Health Canada recalls stuffed animal toys on Christmas Eve over choking risk

Health Canada issued a recall on Christmas Eve for 120 units of Mother and Baby plush toys sold by Chantia Sales, a Toronto-based retail supplier.

Culture

20 hours ago B.C. storm live updates: B.C. Ferries cancels some Christmas Day sailings | Strong winds, rain in forecast

B.C. Ferries has cancelled most Christmas Day sailings between Vancouver and Tsawwassen

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20 hours ago B.C. storm live updates: B.C. Ferries cancels some Christmas Day sailings | Strong winds and rain lashing coast

B.C. Ferries has cancelled most Christmas Day sailings between Vancouver and Tsawwassen

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20 hours ago B.C. storm live updates: Most remaining Christmas Day ferry sailings cancelled | B.C. Hydro issues regional alert for northern Vancouver Island

B.C. Ferries has cancelled most Christmas Day sailings between Vancouver and Tsawwassen

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20 hours ago B.C. storm live updates: Power out on parts of Mayne, Saturna islands | Most remaining Christmas Day ferry sailings cancelled | B.C. Hydro issues regional alert for northern Vancouver Island

B.C. Ferries has cancelled most Christmas Day sailings between Vancouver and Tsawwassen

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