93 m. ago Columbia’s Mahmoud Khalil felt he was being kidnapped as detention unfolded, lawyers say

NEW YORK — Handcuffed and shackled, Mahmoud Khalil was rushed from New York to Louisiana last weekend in a manner that left the outspoken Columbia University graduate student feeling like he was being kidnapped, his lawyers wrote in an updated lawsuit seeking his immediate release. The lawyers described in detail what happened to the Palestinian […]

Society

2 h. ago Trump’s trade war only benefits China, EU foreign policy chief says

The European Union's foreign policy chief says tariffs between Western countries only serve China's interests and is calling for higher defence spending to keep Russia in check.

Economics

13 h. ago Kwantlen to lay off dozens of staff due to fewer foreign students

About 70 faculty in the polytechnic university's schools of business and arts will be let go

Other

13 h. ago B.C.’s Kwantlen university to lay off 70 faculty due to $49 million revenue loss

About 70 faculty members at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Metro Vancouver will receive lay-off notices Friday after a “sharp decline” in international students resulted in a revenue loss of about $49 million. Laurie Clancy, vice-president of human resources at the university, says the decision is “sad and unfortunate” because they have a wonderful faculty. She […]

Economics

17 h. ago John Ivison: An allegedly secret foreign deal limiting Canadian propane exports could leave us all poorer

B.C. First Nations claim betrayal, bad-faith bargaining and a propane monopoly that lets a foreign company cap Canada's export potential

Economics

19 h. ago Parents seek apology for school lockdown and being labeled ‘a disturbance’

Prominent hip-hop artists are speaking out after an elementary school was put on lockdown when they went to speak to staff about unresolved concerns about bullying and supervision.

Society

19 h. ago Another delay hits stuck NASA astronauts, as SpaceX forced to postpone flight

The crew onboard were already buckled into their flight capsule when an engineering issue was identified by ground staff in Florida.

Science

20 h. ago ‘Backwards’: Union decries Pride flag removals from Edmonton public libraries

The union representing library employees is decrying a directive from the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) to remove Pride flags from public places in its branches as a step backwards for inclusion. Civic Service Union 52 says the library recently told staff to remove all Pride flags displayed in public areas of their workplaces. The rainbow […]

Other

20 h. ago Jewish protesters flood Trump Tower lobby to demand Columbia activist’s release

NEW YORK — Demonstrators from a Jewish group filled the lobby of Trump Tower on Thursday to denounce the immigration arrest of a Columbia University activist who helped lead student protests on the Manhattan campus against Israel’s war in Gaza. The Jewish Voice for Peace protesters, who wore red shirts reading “Jews say stop arming […]

Events

22 h. ago G7 foreign ministers start talks in Quebec as Joly pushes back on U.S. coercion

LA MALBAIE, QUE. — Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly said Thursday she’s focused on working with Canada’s peers to address global challenges as she welcomes her counterparts from the U.S., Europe and Japan to Quebec. “We must meet the moment,” Joly said as she opened the Group of Seven foreign ministers’ meeting. “We should not […]

Politics

22 h. ago Ten taken to hospital, dozens displaced after explosion at Denver assisted living facility

DENVER — Ten people were taken to hospitals and dozens were displaced after an explosion and transformer fire at a Denver assisted living facility, officials said. Firefighters responded at the Eastern Star Masonic Retirement Campus and controlled the blaze Wednesday, according to a Denver Fire Department statement. Ten people were taken to hospitals. Department spokesperson […]

Events

24 h. ago Iran Says Trump Must Stop Pressure and Threats if He Wants Nuclear Talks

Iran’s foreign minister said his country will enter direct US talks if Washington ends “pressure and threats” against the Islamic Republic, the latest in a series of exchanges with President Donald Trump on the prospects of a fresh nuclear deal.

Science

25 h. ago Centre of controversy: Turmoil hits Indigenous health agency

The London region's Indigenous health agency is in turmoil, jeopardizing the well-being of staff and health of thousands of patients

Science

26 h. ago Trump’s trade war looms over G7 foreign ministers meeting in Canada

A major foreign-policy summit is underway in Quebec Thursday, with the Liberals welcoming foreign ministers from the U.S., Europe and Japan.

Politics

35 h. ago Joly seeks unity in opposing U.S. tariffs as G7 ministers gather in Quebec

The G7 has been facing increasing global turbulence in recent years -- military conflicts, a vast number of displaced people and a loss of influence to China

Politics

36 h. ago Canada calls for unity, pushes back on U.S. tariffs as G7 ministers gather in Quebec

LA MALBAIE, Que. — Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly is welcoming her counterparts from some of the world’s most powerful countries to Quebec this week, as Ottawa works to maintain unity between Washington and its Group of Seven partners and pushes back on U.S. tariffs. “We all need to band together in the best way […]

Politics

37 h. ago Bill Gates’ Climate Group Lays Off US and Europe Policy Teams

Breakthrough Energy, the climate group funded by Microsoft Corp. co-founder Bill Gates, has laid off dozens of employees in the US and Europe as it pulls back from public policy advocacy work that was a cornerstone of its mission.

Society

38 h. ago A breakdown of major EPA deregulatory moves around water, air, climate

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin on Wednesday announced nearly three dozen deregulatory moves that he said would spur the U.S. economy by rolling back rules that have unfairly burdened industry. Many of the moves would affect landmark regulations aimed at protecting clean air and water. Here’s a look at some of the 31 regulatory […]

Politics

40 h. ago U.S. clarifies new April registration rules, including for some Canadians

The U.S. has released its rules that will require various foreign nationals, including some Canadians, to register with the government, and they take effect April 11.

Other

41 h. ago The one factor key to how the Toronto Raptors schedule travel on NBA road trips

The Toronto Raptors, like most NBA franchises, have always had a habit of having a strong attention to detail.Second-year coach Darko Rajakovic lines up well with that phenomenon, having garnered a reputation for his meticulous development plans for each and every player.Recently, the Raptors skipper joined the X&Os Chat podcast in his native Serbian, where he dove into many topics, including his journey into the NBA and how he deals with coaching young players.But perhaps the most interesting insight involved Rajakovic explaining how he prioritizes sleep when the team goes on road trips, including working with the team staff to ensure their travel schedule is as smooth as possible."Sleep is the cheapest and the best medication not only for professional athletes, but for every person. When you sleep well, you are in a better mood. It regulates body chemistry and proper nutrition throughout the day… you don't change your patterns," Rajakovic said on the show."Tru...

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