12 hours ago U.S. teacher jailed in Russia formally designated as wrongfully detained

WASHINGTON — An American schoolteacher arrested in Russia on drug charges more than three years ago has been designated by the U.S. government as wrongfully detained, the State Department said Friday. Marc Fogel, a history teacher from Pennsylvania, is serving a 14-year prison sentence after being arrested in August 2021 at a Russian airport and […]

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22 hours ago Manitoba government questioned over push for rate freeze on electricity

In a year-end interview, Premier Wab Kinew said he believes the one-year rate freeze is the right way to go. The final decision will be made by the Public Utilities Board.

Politics

28 hours ago Toronto’s challenges ‘requires investment,’ Chow says as property tax decision looms

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow says the upcoming year will continue to see her focused housing, affordability for renters, and dependable municipal service.

Economics

21 hours ago Wayne Gretzky’s wife posts online after Trump urges hockey star to run for Canadian PM

While most in Trudeau camps have brushed aside Trump’s comments, Mark Carney recently said the 'joke' has gone 'too far'

Sport

22 hours ago Canadian Duo Sensation Crash Adams to Headline Hong Kong’s New Year Countdown Celebration

Live Satellite Feed Included Below A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. TORONTO, Dec. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada’s own Crash Adams is set to bring their infectious energy and unique sound to Hong Kong’s renowned New Year Countdown celebration at Victoria Harbour. The Toronto-based pop duo, celebrated […]

Events

24 hours ago Why family reunification feels impossible for some new Iranian immigrants living in B.C.

In 2023, the Canadian government announced measures for Iranians in Canada to prolong their stay and committed to "helping Iranian families stay together." One expert says the program is deeply flawed

Other

23 hours ago The Conservatives have a new plan to bring down the government quickly

The party believes MPs will be able to vote on the motion by Jan. 30

Politics

25 hours ago Best eats of 2024: Our food critic chooses her fave new restaurants of the year

As our thoughts turn to what lies ahead for 2025, it’s time to take a beat and reflect on the year that was and, in my world at least, what we ate. 2024 got off to a relatively slow start concerning new restaurant openings – I’ll admit there were times mid-year when I wondered if […]

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26 hours ago Germany’s president dissolves parliament, sets national election for Feb. 23

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Friday ordered parliament dissolved and set new elections for Feb. 23 in the wake of the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition, saying it was the only way to give the country a stable government capable of tackling its problems. Scholz lost a confidence vote on […]

Politics

25 hours ago ’Strides in Saskatchewan’: How accessibility in the province has improved in 2024

The government of Saskatchewan created an accessibility committee to help improve access within the province.

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29 hours ago Public servants continue to struggle with Phoenix issues as government promises new pay system

"If I owed somebody money, I'd feel bad about it, but they don't care."

Politics

33 hours ago Emulate Human Muscles, Transcend Human Capabilities: Wisson Robotics’ General

HONG KONG, Dec. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wisson Robotics, a global pioneer in general-purpose soft robotics, will debut at CES 2025 with its Pliabot® technology, a revolutionary commercial and universal soft robotics with human-like muscles and embodied AI, and innovative Pliabot® robots for aerial operations and EV automatic charging. Visit Wisson at Booth #8262, […]

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36 hours ago Eby government’s fiscal update spells more bad news for B.C. taxpayers

Opinion: The B.C. government also plans to run large deficits in 2025-26 and 2026-27 and rack up massive amounts of debt.

Politics