71 m. ago Lebanese president says Hezbollah disarmament will not come through ’force’

BEIRUT — Lebanon’s president said Monday that the disarmament of the militant group Hezbollah will come through negotiations as part of a national defence strategy and not through “force.” The Lebanese government has made a decision that “weapons will only be in the hands of the state,” but there are “discussions around how to implement […]

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4 h. ago PepsiCo agrees to meet with Al Sharpton over DEI cuts, potential boycott

Leaders at PepsiCo have agreed to meet this week with civil rights advocates from the National Action Network to discuss the company’s recent decision to roll back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, the Reverend Al Sharpton said on Monday. In an April 4 letter to PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta, Sharpton threatened to […]

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8 h. ago Despite a court order, White House bars AP from Oval Office event

Despite a court order, a reporter and photographer from The Associated Press were barred from an Oval Office news conference on Monday with President Donald Trump and his counterpart from El Salvador, Nayib Bukele. Last week’s federal court decision forbidding the Trump administration from punishing the AP for refusing to rename the Gulf of Mexico […]

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9 h. ago Industry groups warn that foreign student cuts will hurt P.E.I. tourism sector

CHARLOTTETOWN — Representatives of Prince Edward Island’s tourism industry say Ottawa’s decision to cap international student permits will lead to labour shortages in the sector. Holland College announced last week that due to the cap _ and a drop in enrolment — it would end eight programs, including three that train students in the hospitality […]

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9 h. ago Parents outraged after U.K. school axes Easter celebration because it’s not ‘inclusive’

A secular primary school in England is under fire from Christians after announcing it was cancelling annual Easter celebrations over inclusivity concerns. About 50 protesters gathered outside Norwood Primary School in Eastleigh, Hampshire, on April 4 after a letter was sent home to parents informing them of the decision to scrap the Easter Bonnet Parade […]

Society

10 h. ago Government's new Canada Strong Pass will make travel across the country cheaper

As Canadians rethink summer travel plans and increasingly try to support local, the Canada Strong Pass will make domestic travel much cheaper.On Saturday, April 12, Liberal leader Mark Carney introduced the new Canada Strong Pass, making it more affordable for kids and young families to travel domestically during peak travel season."At a time when our economy is under attack from President Trump, Canadians are stepping up — helping our neighbours, buying local, and celebrating our beautiful country," stated Carney.Children and youth under 18 using the Canada Strong Pass will get free access to national galleries and museums. They'll also get to travel on VIA Rail for free when they're with their parents.The pass will be available from June to August 2025. In addition, Canadians aged 18 to 24 will also be able to avail of heavily discounted access and fares."Whether it's trips to national parks and historic sites, spending the day at a national art gallery or mus...

Politics

10 h. ago Foreign student cuts will hurt P.E.I. tourism sector, say industry groups

HALIFAX — Members of Prince Edward Island’s tourism industry say Ottawa’s decision to cap international student permits will lead to labour shortages in the sector. Holland College announced last week that due to the cap — and the drop in enrolment — it would end eight programs including three that train students in the hospitality […]

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12 h. ago Hungary passes a constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ public events

BUDAPEST, Hungary — Hungary’s parliament has passed an amendment to the constitution that allows the government to ban public events by LGBTQ+ communities. Legal scholars and critics call Monday’s decision another step toward authoritarianism as the populist government continues to restrict the rights of LGBTQ+ communities. The amendment passed along party lines, with 140 votes […]

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13 h. ago [Corrected] Sandoz files antitrust litigation against Amgen regarding patient access to etanercept biosimilar in the US

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to art. 53 SIX Swiss Exchange Listing Rules – corrected: reference to date of product launch in Europe removed; link to “Important Safety Information” updated Company aims to accelerate access to much-needed biosimilar to reference medicine Enbrel®* for US patients with disabling inflammatory diseases Despite FDA approval nearly a decade ago, […]

Science

14 h. ago Another Bank of Canada interest rate cut is on the way and here's what could happen

Amid times of economic uncertainty — an upcoming federal election and tense relations with the U.S. — Canadians are waiting for the next Bank of Canada (BoC) interest rate announcement.The central bank has made two 0.25 per cent cuts to its key interest rate so far this year, with the last one on March 12 bringing the rate to 2.75 per cent.That announcement came a week after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods, and Canada retaliated with counter-tariffs. The BoC claimed the Canadian economy entered the year in a "solid position," saying GDP showed robust growth, and inflation was finally close to the two per cent target.However, with economic aggression from the U.S., BoC officials predicted a slower pace of economic activity and increased inflationary pressures in Canada. The latter concern contributed to the decision to lower the policy rate by a quarter point.The last BoC update did not come with an extensive m...

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15 h. ago Monument Entered Into a Collaboration Agreement Gives Odyssey Access to Burnakura Mill

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Monument Mining Limited (TSX-V: MMY, FSE: D7Q1) (“Monument” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU” or “Collaboration Agreement”) with Odyssey Gold Limited (ASX: ODY) (“Odyssey”), through their respective subsidiaries. The agreement outlines a collaboration opportunity to process ore […]

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22 h. ago Sandoz files antitrust litigation against Amgen regarding patient access to etanercept biosimilar in the US

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to art. 53 SIX Swiss Exchange Listing Rules Company aims to accelerate access to much-needed biosimilar to reference medicine Enbrel®* for US patients with disabling inflammatory diseases Despite FDA approval nearly a decade ago, etanercept biosimilar continues to be blocked Sandoz seeking damages in addition to clearing path for launch Basel, […]

Science

32 h. ago Accused Edmonton drug dealer acquitted after judge finds 'serious breach' of Charter rights by RCMP

An accused drug dealer was found not guilty after a judge tossed evidence over police delays in granting him access to a lawyer and bail.

Culture

39 h. ago Trump goes with his gut and the world goes along for the ride

WASHINGTON (AP) — After President Donald Trump reversed course on his tariffs and announced he would pursue trade negotiations, he had a simple explanation for how he would make decisions in the coming weeks. “Instinctively, more than anything else,” he told reporters this past week. “You almost can’t take a pencil to paper, it’s really […]

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47 h. ago Toronto neighbours fear huge tower may give them cancer and collapse their homes

A local neighbourhood group is concerned about an approved plan to construct a 42-storey tower in their area, raising a long list of fears about the new development in an open letter shared earlier this month.The group, which calls itself "Concerned Residents of Willowdale," has various concerns about the planned tower at 2810–2816 Bayview Avenue.Among the group's fears, they claim that the construction of this new tower will put them at risk of a rare type of cancer and even the potential for excavation of the adjacent site to collapse their homes.A representative of the group reached out, sharing concerns about the City's approval of the plan "right behind single-family homes."The proposal site occupies a major street steps from a key intersection, a subway station, and Highway 401, though residents of single-family homes to the rear are fighting back. Google Street View."This decision overrides zoning laws, ignores health and safety risks, and sets a dangerous precedent for...

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54 h. ago Federal election: Protest held at Conservative candidate's campaign office

An estimated crowd of roughly 200 protested on Saturday at the campaign office of Elgin-St. Thomas-London South Conservative candidate Andrew Lawton, who has drawn fire for past comments he addressed earlier in the campaign. Photos by LFP’s Dale Carruthers

Politics

54 h. ago PHOTOS: Protest held at Conservative candidate's campaign office

A crowd of roughly 200 protested Saturday outside the campaign office of Elgin-Middlesex-London South Conservative candidate Andrew Lawton.

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54 h. ago Business titans take out ad backing Poilievre and Conservatives

'Our country stands at a crossroads – and the decisions we make now will shape the future of Canada for generations to come'

Economics

54 h. ago No Brady Tkachuk, but Ottawa Senators will have Nick Cousins back to face Flyers

Coach Travis Green has some roster decisions to make with three games left in regular season

Transport

57 h. ago Carney unveils new ‘Canada Strong Pass.’ What free perks are available?

Liberal Leader Mark Carney introduced the 'Canada Strong Pass' on Saturday, offering free access to national galleries, museums and VIA Rail for kids.

Transport