Canadian diplomat, RCMP officer praised sanctioned Haitian businessman: Emails
Emails attributed to consul Catherine Brazeau show her telling businessman Reynold Deeb in French that his assistance was "exceptional," and giving him "a big thank you."
Canada
May 9
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
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
As Canada renews strategy for Rohingya crisis, advocates urge rethink
As Canada's strategy for supporting Rohingya people expires, advocates are calling for a rethink of how Ottawa is trying to limit suffering in refugee camps in Bangladesh.
Canada
May 19
Biden calls Japan, India ‘xenophobic’ while praising value of immigration
The remarks, at a campaign fundraising event Wednesday, came after the White House has hosted the leaders of Japan and India and as the U.S. seeks strategic alliances with both.
U.S. News
May 2
Canada to contribute $76M to German-led air defence fund for Ukraine
Defence Minister Bill Blair and his German counterpart announced the contribution to Germany's Immediate Action on Air Defence initiative after a joint meeting in Ottawa.
World
May 10
Switzerland’s Nemo wins 68th Eurovision Song Contest
Nemo, 24, is the first nonbinary winner of the contest that has long been embraced as a safe haven by the LGBT community.
Entertainment
May 12
Israel did not express concerns about UNRWA staff before attack: report
Israel said UNRWA employees took part in the Hamas attack. A UN panel has stated "Israel has yet to provide supporting evidence of this.”
World
Apr 22
Foreign intelligence services are contracting out killings to gangs
Three Indian nationals arrested in Edmonton for the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar are allegedly linked to an Indian crime group.
Canada
May 4
Mississauga mayoral race: The most important issues, according to the candidates
Candidates were asked the following question: In 100 words or less, what do you believe is the biggest issue facing Mississauga voters and what will you do to address it?
Politics
May 14
Russia warns of nuclear weapon drills to ‘cool down’ West. Is it bluffing?
The U.S. later said it would not be changing its nuclear posture in response, underscoring the continued belief that Russia is unlikely to actually use nuclear weapons in Ukraine.
World
May 7
Calgary man’s body identified after grass fire near Tsuut’ina Nation
A homicide victim from Calgary has been identified after his body was found in a grass fire near the Tsuut'ina First Nation earlier this month.
Crime
Apr 9
Haiti sets up transitional council to choose next PM in bid to quell crisis
The formation of the council was expected to soon trigger the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry, but a new provision said he would step down when a new premier is chosen.
World
Apr 12
Israel due to get billions of dollars of U.S. weapons despite pause on bombs
A wide range of other military equipment is due to go to Israel, U.S. officials said, as Republicans accused the Biden administration of abandoning commitments to its defence.
World
May 9
30 years after Rwanda genocide, cautious optimism history won’t repeat: Dallaire
Romeo Dallaires says he remains concerned about the continued presence of the genocide's perpetrators and masterminds in Africa and around the world — including in Canada.
Politics
Apr 7
TikTok vows to sue over potential U.S. ban. What’s the legal outlook?
Legislation forcing TikTok's parent company to sell the video-sharing platform or face a ban in the U.S. received President Joe Biden's official signoff Wednesday.
U.S. News
Apr 25
High benzene levels detected near Ontario First Nation for weeks, residents report sickness
Dozens of people have reportedly became sick after high levels of the cancer-causing chemical benzene were detected in the air of a small First Nation in southwestern Ontario.
Environment
Apr 19
Eurovision 2024: Dutch contestant booted from contest over backstage incident
A Netherlands’ contestant in the Eurovision Song Contest was dramatically expelled from the competition hours before Saturday’s final over a backstage incident.
Entertainment
May 11
Climate change is affecting how Canadians plan to buy homes, report says
A new BMO report said 39 per cent Canadians say climate-related factors such as wildfires, floods, heatwaves, and storms will affect where they live in the next five years.
Environment
Apr 30
U.S. says it will provide support for Israel’s defense in Iran drone attack
Israel has been on heightened alert since an airstrike last week killed two Iranian generals in Syria.
World
Apr 13