Biden administration moves to close loophole on background checks for gun purchases
The rule, which was finalized this week, makes clear that anyone who sells firearms predominantly to earn a profit must be federally licensed and conduct background checks.
U.S. News
Apr 11
Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing armed teachers, angering protesters
If the bill is signed into law, it would be the biggest expansion of gun access in the state since last year's deadly shooting at a private elementary school in Nashville.
U.S. News
Apr 23
Bill Maher warns Americans about Canada: ‘Yes, you can move too far left’
"At its worst, Canada is what American voters think happens when there’s no one putting a check on extreme wokeness," Bill Maher said.
Entertainment
Apr 15
Halifax sexual health clinic receives outpour of community support to provide free IUDs
A sexual health clinic in Halifax that has been providing free birth control devices to patients in need is grateful for support as donations run out, but says more is needed.
Health
Mar 15
N.S. sexual health clinic can no longer give free birth control to patients in need
A Halifax sexual health clinic that has been making birth control devices available for free to patients who can’t afford them has to stop after running out of donations.
Health
Mar 11
Enter at your own risk: New home security camera aims paintballs at intruders
Firing paintballs or tear gas from a home security camera? What could possibly go wrong?
Trending
Apr 18
What’s behind the lack of enthusiasm for this year’s music festivals?
The public sentiment about this year's crop of music festivals is an overwhelming "meh." There are good reasons for this.
Entertainment
Apr 21
Metrolinx resumes body-worn cameras plan after government ‘pauses’ program
Communications obtained by Global News show the Ministry of Transportation told Metrolinx to "pause" its plan to equip fare inspectors with body worn cameras.
Politics
Apr 15
Ex-cop accused of slaying 2 women, abducting child, kills himself in police chase
An Amber Alert has been issued in Washington state for 1-year-old Roman Huizar.
U.S. News
Apr 23
South Africa celebrates 30 years since end of apartheid, but discontent grows
Analysts and polls predict that the waning popularity of the democratic party once led by Nelson Mandela is likely to see it lose its parliamentary majority for the first time.
Politics
Apr 27
Advocacy groups speak out against domestic violence comments by Nova Scotia minister
Several Nova Scotia groups that assist women are speaking out against comments on domestic violence by Justice Minister Brad Johns, and at least one is calling for his dismissal.
Politics
Apr 19
Domestic violence not epidemic, N.S. justice minister says on mass shooting anniversary
Nova Scotia’s justice minister has apologized for saying he doesn’t believe domestic violence is an epidemic on the four-year anniversary of the province’s worst mass shooting.
Canada
Apr 18
‘Chewing on him’: Vancouver Island wolf-dog strikes again
Last November, it is believed that the wolf-dog killed a family's dog staying at the Coombs Country Campground.
Environment
Mar 15
Our top 5 Amazon deals of the week
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The Curator
Apr 16
‘Rust’ armorer convicted of involuntary manslaughter in fatal movie set shooting
The verdict against movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed assigned new blame in the October 2021 shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Crime
Mar 6
ASIRT finds Edmonton police shooting during fight near Oilers watch party was justified
Alberta's police watchdog has found officers reacted appropriately when shooting a stabbing suspect near an Edmonton Oilers watch party last spring in the city's downtown core.
Crime
Mar 18
Other Canadian cities will host NHL playoff viewing parties. Will Vancouver follow suit?
Other Canadian NHL teams are planning public viewing parties for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Will Vancouver follow suit?
Sports
Apr 10
Children among 22 shot at Kansas City Super Bowl victory rally, 1 dead: police
Children were among 22 people struck by gunfire in Kansas City on Wednesday during a Super Bowl victory parade and celebration for the Kansas City Chiefs, officials said.
Crime
Feb 14
Our top 5 Amazon deals of the week
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The Curator
Apr 9
‘It’s not us, it’s you’: Miami Beach ‘breaking up’ with spring breakers
Miami Beach is telling spring breakers — who often bring out-of-control partying to their city — to expect lots of strict rules this year.
Trending
Mar 5