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
Who is getting the Presidential medal of freedom from Joe Biden today?
U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 politicians, activists and athletes, among others
U.S. News
May 3
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
Boeing to launch astronauts into space aboard new capsule
The company's long-awaited astronaut demo is slated for liftoff Monday night.
Tech
May 4
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
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
Police raid magic mushrooms stores in Cambridge and Kitchener again
Waterloo Regional Police say they conducted raids at magic mushrooms stores in Cambridge and Kitchener for the third time in less than a month.
Crime
May 3
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
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
Kristi Noem, potential U.S. VP candidate, defends killing dog despite outrage
She also copped to shooting a goat and killing three horses. Will it kill her political chances?
Trending
Apr 30
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
Winnipeg starts mosquito program, continues drone pilot project
Although mosquitoes breed and hatch in standing water, crews don't have to wait for more rain to start applying the larvicide.
Canada
Apr 30
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
Our top 5 Amazon deals of the week
Looking to shop great deals? Here are our favourite deal items up for grabs this week on Amazon. Save big on Shapermint, Lefant and more coveted brand items.
The Curator
Apr 16
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.
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Canucks unable to eliminate Predators on home ice after 2-1 loss
The Vancouver Canucks can eliminate the Nashville Predators with a home ice win in Game 5 in their first-round NHL playoff matchup on Tuesday.
Sports
Apr 30