Russian state-backed TikTok posts surge as U.S. election nears: report
TikTok accounts linked to the Russian state are targeting wedge issues ahead of the upcoming U.S. election, a new report is warning. Here's how.
U.S. News
May 3
U.S. says China backing Russia’s war effort in Ukraine through trade, intel
U.S. officials said Chinese materials are filing critical gaps in Russia's defense production cycle and helping Moscow undertake the expansion of its defence industrial base.
World
Apr 12
Ukrainian Newcomer Furniture Warehouse closes permanently after 2 years of operations
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Alberta welcomed nearly 60,000 Ukrainian refugees. Although some have gone back, roughly 20,000 people remain in Edmonton.
Canada
Apr 28
Russia, China veto U.S.-backed UN resolution for Gaza ceasefire
Russia and China on Friday vetoed a U.S.-sponsored UN resolution calling for “an immediate and sustained ceasefire” in the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.
World
Mar 22
Billionaire who wants off Canada’s Russia sanctions list denounces Putin
The Canadian government alleges Igor Makarov benefited from Russia's "oligarchy system."
Canada
Apr 22
U.S. is sending Ukraine longer-range weapons with new aid. Why it matters
Yet soon after Biden signed the legislation, U.S. media reported the administration had secretly shipped the powerful missiles to the warfront already — and that they've been used.
World
Apr 24
G7 countries pushing for Iran sanctions over attack on Israel
Germany, a staunch ally of Israel, has been among the chorus of European and U.S. leaders urging Israel to de-escalate tensions and not retaliate for Tehran’s attack.
World
Apr 17
Belarus opposition leader warns of Russia’s threat: ‘We know dictatorship’
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya says her country's struggle for democracy is also against Russia's ongoing subjugation of Belarus, which poses a danger to the Belarusian people.
World
Apr 28
Ukraine parliament passes controversial law to boost army recruitment
The controversial law will govern how Ukraine recruits new soldiers to replenish depleted forces who are increasingly struggling to fend off Russian troops.
World
Apr 11
Bombardier, Airbus get exemptions from Canadian sanctions on Russian titanium
Canada is the first Western government to ban Russian supplies of titanium as part of a package to mark the second anniversary of Russia's Ukraine invasion in February.
Canada
Apr 25
Canada to donate $3M to Ukraine drone production, buy more ammunition
The U.S. also announced its largest package of military aid to date, valued at US$6 billion, at the latest meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
World
Apr 26
U.S. cyber agency says its emails with Microsoft stolen by Russian hackers
The warning that government agencies are being targeted using stolen Microsoft emails follows the company's announcement in March that it was still wrestling with the intruders.
Tech
Apr 11
Israel, Iran likely to avoid more escalation after latest strikes: expert
Iran has downplayed Friday's incident and said it does not plan to retaliate, a response that one Middle East expert says Israel likely planned for.
World
Apr 21
Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony may be moved from Seine amid security fears
France is on high security alert ahead of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, which are expected to draw millions of visitors to the country.
World
Apr 15
Russians cast ballots in an election preordained to extend Putin’s rule
Russia's election comes against the backdrop of a ruthless crackdown that has stifled independent media and prominent rights groups.
Politics
Mar 17
The House passes almost $100B in aid for Ukraine, Israel and other allies
Democrats and Republicans are joining together after a grueling months long fight over renewed American support for repelling Russia's invasion.
Politics
Apr 20
Ukrainian woman, 98, walks 10 km in slippers to flee Russian bombing
Lidia Lomikovska got separated from other members of her family, but pressed on with just a cane and piece of wood to support her.
World
May 2
Missing cat found after 5 years makes 2,000-km journey home
Cindy and Jeff Hall got a phone call out of the blue that their cat, who ran out the door five years ago, was found thanks to a microchip.
Trending
Apr 22
The West Block Transcript – Episode 33, Season 13
Buying essential, like groceries, is becoming increasingly out of reach for many Canadians. Ottawa said they have a plan, so where are the results?
Politics
Apr 28
Ukraine faces Russian ‘meat storms,’ military chiefs warn as U.S. aid stalls
Top generals in Canada and the U.S. say Russia could overtake Ukraine within weeks if further U.S. aid doesn't break through a legislative logjam.
World
Apr 11