24 h. ago Pesticides Coalition: Canada Must Choose Science and Health Over Lobbyists

MONTREAL, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A coalition of nearly 30 civil society and academic organizations is urging the federal government to halt plans announced in the latest budget to weaken Canada’s pesticide process, and instead launch a long-overdue public debate and comprehensive reform. The Coalition warns that the proposed changes would reduce protections […]

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29 h. ago Ontario pushing ahead with controversial plan to let sewage flow next to public beach

Local politicians, environmental groups, and physicians are sounding the alarm following the Ontario government's move to proceed with the construction work on a Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) system across from Ontario Place, which, critics argue, could have devastating health effects on those who swim, paddle, and gather in the area.Grassroots organization Ontario Place for All denounced the provincial government's decision to move ahead with the controversial sewage plan, arguing that the work could allow raw sewage to be discharged into the water along the lakeshore.Construction began after the Ford government passed the polarizing Bill 5, which the group says removes the requirement for public consultation on this type of infrastructure work."This is another example of how the current Government of Ontario is changing the law to make this project easier for them and to avoid public consultation and transparency," said Ann Elisabeth Samson, Co-Chair, Ontari...

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6 d. ago Trump says U.S. ‘starting’ land strikes over drugs and he ‘doesn’t necessarily’ mean in Venezuela

Trump's threat comes after the U.S. launched a series of attacks on alleged drug-smuggling boats in international waters off the coast of South America

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6 d. ago Porter Airlines launches first international flights from Hamilton

TORONTO — Porter Airlines is expanding its network from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM), with new international, nonstop service to Florida and Mexico. First up are flights to Orlando (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL), taking off today and tomorrow, respectively. Both routes will start with three roundtrips weekly. Later this month, inaugural flights […]

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7 d. ago Air Canada’s 2025 12 Days of Holiday Cheer: A Year of Expanding Global Connections and Elevating the Passenger Experience

Over 12 new international destinations launched in 2025, 7 already announced for 2026 New on-board additions such as fast, free Wi-Fi* in North America, complimentary beer and wine for all customers and premium snacks MONTREAL, Dec. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As 2025 draws to a close, Air Canada reflects on a year marked by […]

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7 d. ago Learning Tree International Launches Comprehensive AI Workforce Solutions to Empower Organizations and Government Agencies to Take Full Advantage of the Benefits of AI in the Digital Age

HERNDON, Va., Dec. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Learning Tree International, a leading provider of technology training solutions, today announced the launch of its AI Workforce Solutions, a comprehensive program designed to help organizations successfully navigate the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. The company’s AI Maturity Framework offers targeted training solutions tailored to specific organizational needs. […]

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9 d. ago Federal government launches billion dollar plan to recruit top international researchers

Ottawa has joined an effort by top Canadian institutions, in what it called ‘one of the largest recruitment programs of its kind globally’

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1 week ago Curaçao Debuts First Chicago Nonstop Flight With a Night of Color and Culture

Destination celebrates first-ever Midwest service with a vibrant launch event CHICAGO — Against the backdrop of a cold Chicago winter night, the Curaçao Tourist Board brought the island’s color, vibrancy, and warmth to the city to celebrate the launch of the first nonstop air service from O’Hare International Airport to Curaçao. The inaugural flight, which […]

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2 w. ago Spy watchdog faces ‘difficult choices,’ fewer reviews due to budget cuts

The review agency, which keeps an eye on the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and several other intelligence organizations, expects to have less money due to government cuts.

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2 w. ago Philip Morris International Expands its Partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP, Launching a Bold New Chapter in Their Long

ZYN Branding to be present in selected races, starting with the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 STAMFORD, CT — Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE: PM) today announced an expanded partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP and with Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli—the single-marque motorsport championship created in 1993—for the 2026 season and beyond. […]

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2 w. ago The 3rd Overseas Chinese Talent Conference for Development opens in Fuzhou, Fujian Province

FUZHOU, China, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The 3rd Overseas Chinese Talent Conference for Development, hosted by the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese (ACFROC) and the Fujian provincial government, and organized by the Fujian Provincial Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese and the Fuzhou municipal government, unveiled in the city of Fuzhou, capital of east […]

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3 w. ago Porter Airlines Makes Getting to the Bahamas Better With First Toronto

TORONTO — Porter Airlines is launching roundtrip service today between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS). This route is among a series of inaugural flights to southern vacation markets, including Mexico, Costa Rica and Cayman Islands. Seasonal service to Nassau increases to daily flights beginning Dec. 12. Nonstop service from Ottawa […]

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3 w. ago Global Youth Invited To Apply for Doha Debates Ambassador Program

Unique virtual program empowers young changemakers with communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills DOHA, Qatar — Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates is inviting global youth ages 18–26 to apply for the eighth cohort of its international ambassador program. This 12-week virtual experience empowers participants to engage in constructive dialogue, collaborate on solutions to global challenges and form […]

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