Blair ‘confident’ Canada will meet NATO targets with push for more spending
Defence Minister Bill Blair says that he is looking to replace Canada's tanks and purchase new submarines, but he still needs to finalize the "business case."
Canada
May 13
Trump faces jail threat as judge fines him for breaking gag order during trial
Trump was held in contempt of court and fined US$9,000 for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and others.
U.S. News
Apr 30
‘A great friend’ to the U.S.: Clinton, Bush reflect on Brian Mulroney
Former U.S. presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush recall Brian Mulroney’s political career, advice, friendship – and his singing voice.
Canada
Mar 21
Canadian businesses concerned AI bill moving forward without their testimony
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce says it is seriously concerned Canadian businesses weren’t able to testify on proposed federal artificial intelligence legislation.
Canada
Mar 7
Former Global Calgary anchor Gord Gillies being honoured with MRU Doctor of Laws degree
Former Global Calgary news anchor Gord Gillies will be presented with an honourary Doctor of Laws degree from Mount Royal University during convocation ceremonies on June 12.
Education
May 23
Backpay deals for defeated Bill 124 pushed Ford government to overspend in 2023
The Ford government recorded $4.1 billion in “higher than planned” spending in the health and education sectors, in part, due to Bill 124.
Politics
Mar 6
Lawyer points to pattern in suicides of 2 female B.C. cops involved with senior officers
Gloria Ng represents the families of Jasmine Thiara and Nicole Chan.
Crime
May 7
N.S. parents ‘terrified’ over bullying, violence in schools. One student speaks out
Two parents in Nova Scotia say they haven't received support from school administrators after their children were allegedly physically assaulted and repeatedly bullied at school.
Education
May 10
Billy-Ray Belcourt talks about using short fiction to show a range of Indigenous experiences
Billy-Ray Belcourt has populated his first short story collection with a pantheon of Cree characters, each presenting a different possibility for modern Indigenous life.
Canada
May 21
‘Everyone depends on it’: Winnipeg public washroom, resource centre sees high demand after 2 years
Amoowigamig, which opened its doors in May 2022, provides a safe, respectful amenity for community members and sees a whopping 5,000 visitors each month.
Canada
May 8
Nature Conservancy of Canada speaks about deal to protect southern Alberta ranch from development
The 22,000-hectare McIntyre Ranch was founded south of Lethbridge, Alta., in 1894 by William McIntyre.
Canada
Apr 22
Drake denies grooming, ‘secret child’ allegations in tense Kendrick Lamar feud
The seemingly endless rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, explained.
Entertainment
May 6
Wildfire brought under control in Lac Ste. Anne County, evacuation alert dropped
It's dry, windy and warming up in Alberta, where the risk of wildfires was put on display Monday when a rural area near Onoway was briefly told to be prepared to evacuate.
Fire
Apr 22
Daniel Sedin lifts Canucks over Sens in OT
The Vancouver Canucks are starting to look like contenders again as they continue to rebound from a disastrous 2013-14 season.
Dec 31, 1969
Michael Cohen tells trial Trump told him ‘make sure’ to quash damaging stories
Donald Trump's fixer-turned-foe Michael Cohen directly implicated the former president in a hush money scheme who approved hefty payouts to stifle stories about sex in 2016.
U.S. News
May 13
Guerrero’s 3 RBIs help Jays rally past Twins 10-8
As Vladimir Guerrero Jr., came to the plate in the sixth inning the fans at Rogers Centre gave him a standing ovation, already anticipating that he'd be able to drive in the tying run and maybe the go-ahead score.
Sports
May 11
Namestnikov, Dillon out for injuries as Jets face series elimination in Game 5
Winnipeg forward Vladislav Namestnikov and defenceman Brenden Dillon are recovering from injuries and won't be available for Game 5 against Colorado on Tuesday night.
Sports
Apr 30
London knocks off Saginaw 4-2 to win the Wayne Gretzky Trophy at Western Conference Championship
The London Knights will play in the OHL Championship Series for the second straight year.
Sports
May 5
U.S. senators urge Trudeau to meet NATO’s 2% defence spending target
The bipartisan group of 23 U.S. senators said they are "concerned and profoundly disappointed" that Canada is not on track to meet its NATO and NORAD commitments.
Canada
May 23
Posters promoting ‘Steal From Loblaws Day’ are circulating. How did we get here?
Posters are inviting people to rob grocery chains owned by Loblaw, and Canadians seem split on whether to condemn or support the illegal protest.
Consumer
Apr 26