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Queen’s University students stranded in Doha after Iran attack shuts down airspaceA group of university students returning to Canada were forced back to Doha mid-flight as escalating strikes in the region shut down airspace and grounded flights.WorldFeb 28
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Trump says Iran’s leader ‘is dead’President Trump announced Ali Khamenei was dead in a Truth Social Post.WorldFeb 28
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Attack on Iran triggers global flight disruptions, impacts Canadian travellersFlights in Canada and across the globe are being disrupted or cancelled, as tensions in the Middle East soar following an attack by U.S and Israel on Iran and surrounding regions.CanadaFeb 28
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Carney calls for protection of civilians as U.S., Israel strike IranPM Mark Carney calls for protection of civilians as U.S. and Israel strike Iran, urging Canadians in the region to shelter in place.CanadaFeb 28
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WWE Hall of Fame ring belonging to wrestling legend recovered after stolenFamily members say the sentimental WWE ring, stolen during a wrestling tour stop, was found after someone tried to sell it at a Lloydminster pawn shop.CanadaFeb 27
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Teen arrested in historic $7M cocaine seizure: Durham policeDurham police say a 17-year-old boy was arrested after officers seized 325 kilograms of cocaine worth more than $7 million in one of the service’s largest busts.CrimeFeb 27
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DNA leads to arrest 20 years after newborn found dead on Ontario trailThe Brantford Police Service have arrested and charged a 39-year-old woman in connection with the 2005 death of a newborn boy known as Baby Parker.CrimeFeb 27
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Pedestrian dead after being struck by vehicle in MississaugaA man in his 70s has died after being struck by a vehicle Thursday evening near Lakeshore Road East and Stavebank Road, Peel police say. No charges have been laid.CanadaFeb 27
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‘It’s priceless’: WWE Hall of Fame ring stolen in Lloydminster break-inA WWE Hall of Fame ring awarded to the late British Bulldog was stolen from a tour trailer in Lloydminster, his son Harry Smith says, calling the heirloom “priceless.”CanadaFeb 26
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Quebec coffee roaster comes home after tariff-driven move to U.S.A well-known coffee producer is moving their operations back to Sherbrooke, Que., after operating a portion of its business in the U.S. for the past year due to tariffs.CanadaFeb 26
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False shooting report prompts heavy police response near OttawaOntario Provincial Police are investigating a suspected 'swatting' incident after a false report of a shooting in Barry’s Bay prompted a large emergency response Wednesday.CrimeFeb 26
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Person fatally struck by GO train on Kitchener lineA fatal incident involving a GO train east of Guelph triggered hours-long delays and cancellations on the Kitchener Line Thursday morning.CanadaFeb 26
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Hamilton police officer charged with child exploitation offencesHalton Regional Police have charged a Hamilton police officer with child exploitation offences; the constable has been suspended without pay.CrimeFeb 25
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Toronto politicians pay tribute to Giorgio Mammoliti, dead at 64Tributes are pouring in for Giorgio Mammoliti, a former Toronto city councillor and MPP, as Mayor Olivia Chow and others offer condolences.CanadaFeb 25
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Humber college rolls out ‘exit program’ packages for staff who voluntarily leaveHumber Polytechnic has launched a voluntary exit program as Ontario colleges continue to face budget pressures and shifting enrolment trends.EducationFeb 25
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Ontario city updates nuisance bylaw weeks before St. Patrick’s DayWaterloo has approved bylaw amendments ahead of St. Patrick’s Day, giving police and municipal enforcement clearer authority to address blocked roads and unsafe gatherings.CanadaFeb 25
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Federal government raises concerns over OpenAI safety measures after B.C. tragedyThe federal government responds to reports involving Tumbler Ridge shooter's OpenAI account, while a funeral service for one of the students is canceled after online threats.CanadaFeb 21
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Ipsos poll suggests Canada more united than in 2019, despite Alberta tensionsUpdated polling suggests measures of alienation have eased since 2019, though Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says tensions with Ottawa remain a concern.PoliticsFeb 21
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Trump says he’s increasing global tariffs to 15%Trump announced Saturday he is raising global tariffs to 15 per cent from 10 per cent, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated key elements of his trade policy.U.S. NewsFeb 21
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‘No one deserves this’: Ontario snowplow operator attack sparks concernThe safety of snow removal workers was highlighted again when a Peterborough, Ont., resident opened the cab of a machine and tried to remove the driver's ear protection.CanadaFeb 21
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Police uncover new evidence in Brampton kidnapping case involving $200K demandPolice say a Brampton kidnapping investigation involving a $200,000 ransom demand led to multiple charges, a seized firearm and new evidence uncovered through search warrants.CrimeFeb 20
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Parts of Ontario to receive up to 20 cm of rain and snow mix into SaturdayAnother storm moving across Ontario is expected to bring a rain-to-snow transition to some areas, with possible freezing rain and higher snowfalls into Saturday.WeatherFeb 20
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Police renew warning to avoid Lake Ontario after man falls in icy watersToronto police are renewing warnings about dangerous ice conditions after a video showing a man falling into freezing cold waters has been circulating on social media.CanadaFeb 19
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More than 1 in 4 patients leaving Winnipeg ERs without being seen: studyUpdated figures show high numbers of Winnipeg patients leaving emergency departments without being seen, as hospitals continue to report long wait times.HealthFeb 19
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Saskatoon police officer dies, community offers condolencesThe Saskatoon Police Service confirmed the sudden death of an off-duty officer. Tributes from police and emergency service groups are continuing to emerge.CanadaFeb 19
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