7 hours ago Three takeaways from the Raptors’ resounding rout at the hands of the host Memphis Grizzlies

The Raptors’ road woes continued Thursday night when the host Memphis Grizzlies abused the visitors in a scoring frenzy as the home side set a record for most points scored in franchise history, which began in Vancouver. Memphis never trailed, would occasionally be threatened, but in the end it thoroughly dismantled a hideous Raptors defence. […]

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13 hours ago India alleges widespread trafficking of international students through Canada to U.S.

OTTAWA — Indian law enforcement agencies say they are investigating alleged links between dozens of colleges in Canada and two “entities” in Mumbai accused of illegally ferrying students across the Canada-United States border. A news release Tuesday from India’s Enforcement Directorate — a multi-disciplinary organization that investigates money laundering and foreign exchange laws — said […]

Society

9 hours ago Ukraine says North Korean troops are suffering heavy battlefield losses

KYIV, Ukraine — North Korean troops are suffering heavy losses in the fighting in Russia’s Kursk region and facing logistical difficulties as a result of Ukrainian attacks, Ukraine’s military intelligence said Thursday. The intelligence agency, known under its acronym GUR, said Ukrainian strikes near Novoivanovka inflicted heavy casualties on North Korean units. It said North […]

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21 hours ago The stars of 2024: Locals who had a very good year in arts and entertainment

Every year, the Calgary area produces a number of individuals who contribute to the arts in Calgary. This year was no exception, with an eclectic crew of Calgarians, Albertans and expats who accomplished great things in 2024. Anar Ali Who: Writer of CBC drama/political thriller Allegiance A Calgary and Red Deer expat, Anar Ali left […]

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14 hours ago PARKER: Luigi Mangione case illustrates need to understand ‘good’ and ‘evil’

According to The Wall Street Journal, in the case against Luigi Mangione, suspected of murdering the CEO of UnitedHealthcare outside a Manhattan hotel, a potential argument in his defence will be his “mental state at the time of the killing.” “Two defences in New York state — a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity and […]

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11 hours ago 5 vehicles involved in Boxing Day crash in Calgary; at least 4 hospitalized

Officials are investigating the cause of a major crash in Calgary that sent at least four people to hospital and closed the intersection of McLeod Trail and Southland Drive.

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16 hours ago ‘SHE’S A LOOKER’: Alleged drug dealer’s sultry mugshot latest to go viral

A group of drug dealers in the U.K. are getting attention for all the wrong reasons. A woman and three men who were attempting to smuggle three kilograms of cocaine into Gloucestershire have been jailed for a total of more than 17 years, according to police. John Rogers, 29, Kingsley Williams, 28, and Kirsty Sansum […]

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18 hours ago Montreal, Laval under smog warning with high concentrations of pollutants in air

Environment Canada has issued a smog warning for the Montreal and Laval areas, warning of high concentrations of pollutants in the air.

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18 hours ago Azerbaijan mourns air crash victims. Could Russia have damaged the plane?

The plane went down about 3 kilometers from Aktau. Cellphone footage circulating online appeared to show the aircraft making a steep descent before smashing into the ground.

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23 hours ago Russia arrests 4 suspects accused of plotting to kill top military officers on Ukraine’s orders

MOSCOW (AP) — Russia’s top security agency said Thursday that it has arrested several suspects accused of involvement in an alleged Ukrainian plot to assassinate senior military officers, an announcement that follows the killing of a top Russian general last week. The Federal Security Service, a top KGB successor known under its Russian acronym FSB, […]

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28 hours ago Japan Airlines was hit by a cyberattack, delaying flights during the year

TOKYO (AP) — Japan Airlines said it was hit by a cyberattack Thursday, causing delays to more than 20 domestic flights but the carrier said it was able to stop the onslaught and restore its systems hours later. There was no impact on flight safety, it said. JAL said the problem started Thursday morning when […]

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33 hours ago CRIME SCENE: Man, 36, accused of unprovoked assault, robbery wanted by cops

A 36-year-old man is wanted for robbery and assault after a pair of unprovoked incidents in the downtown area. Toronto Police said officers responded Tuesday at about 5:25 p.m. to a call in the Queen St. W.-University Ave. area, where the suspect allegedly approached a victim on the street and choked them without provocation. Then […]

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