‘Record high’ in UN development index masks stark disparities
March 13, 2024
Despite record high global human development scores in 2023, disparities between the haves and the have-nots are widening, a new UN report revealed on Wednesday.
Gaza: Number of children killed higher than from four years of world conflict
March 13, 2024
Amid reports of fresh Israeli airstrikes in Gaza overnight into Wednesday, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) said that more children have been killed there in recent months than in four years of conflict worldwide.
‘The patriarchy may be pushing back, but so are we’, UN chief tells CSW68
March 13, 2024
Women’s rights are under attack, and governments must act to reverse that dangerous trend, the UN chief told a his annual town hall event with civil society activists on Wednesday, as the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68) session continued its ...
World News in Brief: $850 million plan to support Rohingya refugees, child rights, Haiti aid update
March 13, 2024
To address the ongoing Rohingya humanitarian crisis affecting 1.3 million people in Bangladesh, UN humanitarian agencies on Wednesday launched a $852.4 million appeal supporting refugees and the communities hosting them.
OpenAI Made AI Videos for Us. These Clips Are Good Enough to Freak Us Out.
March 13, 2024
In an exclusive interview with our columnist, CTO Mira Murati explains the company’s new Sora AI video tool and how it plans to roll it out.
Do You Have Painful ‘Tech Neck?’ This Expert-Approved Gadget Might Help
March 13, 2024
Hunching over your laptop and phone isn’t doing you any favors. In search of relief, our writer tried a promising solution.
How TikTok Was Blindsided by U.S. Bill That Could Ban It
March 13, 2024
Executives thought they had fended off attacks, but lawmakers and Biden officials were working to force its ban or sale. The House is set to vote Wednesday on the new bill.
‘Historic milestone’ as child mortality hits record low of 4.9 million in 2022
March 12, 2024
The fight against child mortality has reached an historic milestone the UN announced on Wednesday with latest estimates revealing the number of children dying prematurely before their fifth birthday fell to 4.9 million in 2022.
Chaos across Haiti amid high risk of famine
March 12, 2024
The UN World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Tuesday that Haiti is on the brink of a devastating hunger crisis, with aid operations at risk of “grinding to a halt” amid rampant violence as Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigned on Monday and armed gangs ti...
World News in Brief: WFP boosts aid in Chad amid Sudan crisis, Ukraine education boost, counter-terrorism, the right to privacy
March 12, 2024
UN humanitarians are working around the clock to pre-position aid in Chad for Sudanese refugees fleeing the violence at home before the rains come.
UN an ‘unsinkable compass’ for humanity, says top EU official
March 12, 2024
A top European Union (EU) official on Tuesday emphasized the crucial role of the United Nations in addressing global challenges, describing it as an “unsinkable compass” for humanity.
For the first time in weeks, UN aid teams reach Gaza City
March 12, 2024
Enough aid for 25,000 people has reached Gaza City for the first time in weeks, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) announced on Tuesday, in a call for daily aid missions and better access.
Biden hints he won’t take executive action to secure border, wants Congress to find a fix
March 12, 2024
President Biden on Monday said he prefers congressional lawmakers pass a bill to address the surge of migrants appearing at the southern border.
B.C. tradesman fights ICBC over specialized gear wrecked in crash
March 12, 2024
Michael Frass' work van was written off after a collision that wasn't his fault, but he says ICBC has been fighting him over a payout for specialized gear inside.
Accounting fix could improve B.C. fiscal estimates, says auditor general
March 12, 2024
B.C.'s auditor general says the provincial government is using more up-to-date information to forecast income tax revenue, something he expects to improve financial estimates.
Jimmy Kimmel was reportedly told not to read Donald Trump’s Truth Social post during Oscar’s but did anyway
March 12, 2024
The Oscars host was reportedly told not to read Trump's critical review post live on air, but did so anyway, the comedian revealed Monday morning.
Changes to B.C. anti-vandalism grants ‘good news’ say small businesses
March 12, 2024
Some B.C. small businesses are hailing changes to a government program that gives anti-vandalism grants after it was initially panned for having an 'onerous' application process.
Alberta senior warns of unsolicited door-to-door sales after spending $25K
March 12, 2024
An Alberta senior is warning of unsolicited door-to-door sales after she said she was sold on several “energy-efficient” items she didn’t necessarily need.
WWE execs identified in lawsuit against Vince McMahon
March 12, 2024
WWE executives Nick Khan and Brad Blum were identified as "corporate officers" in a lawsuit filed in January against Vince McMahon and John Laurinaitis.
Philadelphia police arrest two 18-year-olds in connection to SEPTA bus stop shooting, injuring 8 students
March 12, 2024
Philadelphia Police announced the arrest of two suspects in connection to a shooting on March 6, 2024, that left eight high school students injured while waiting for a SEPTA bus.
Austin Ekeler agrees to 2-year deal with Commanders: reports
March 12, 2024
Austin Ekeler found a new home in the NFL, as he reportedly agreed to terms on a two-year deal with the Washington Commanders after seven seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers.
Statewide legal sports betting underway in North Carolina
March 12, 2024
Mobile and online sports betting opened up in North Carolina on Monday, nine months after legislation allowing such activity was greenlit.
Edmonton kids co-author new book to fundraise for the Ben Stelter Foundation
March 12, 2024
After a tough couple of years, each fighting their own battles with cancer, Cecily Eklund. and 12 year old Cosmo Amasio are now co-authors of a new book called the Kindness Coin.
Oscar ratings get bump from ‘Barbie,’ ‘Oppenheimer’ films, but numbers aren’t lofty
March 12, 2024
The 96th Academy Awards got a slight increase in viewership this year, largely credited to "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" being released last summer.
Border Patrol agents arrest 5 child sex offenders in 5 different sectors in two states
March 12, 2024
U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested five child sex offenders in five different sectors in Arizona and Texas over the weekend, officials said.
CIA, intel director struggle to say if Israel is actually ‘exterminating’ Palestinians
March 12, 2024
National security officials had trouble giving a direct answer when Tom Cotton asked them if Israel was "exterminating" the Palestinians in Gaza.
Manitoba Premier calls for Gaza ceasefire, implores feds to follow suit
March 12, 2024
Premier Wab Kinew spoke of empathy for both Muslim Manitobans and Jewish Canadians who have felt the effects of the ongoing conflict.
Alberta preparing for ‘the worst’ ahead of wildfire season
March 12, 2024
Alberta Wildfire officials say they are preparing to be ready for 'the worst that can happen' ahead of this year’s wildfire season, following last year’s record-breaking result.
Future of downtown bike lanes to go before Lethbridge City Council
March 12, 2024
Bike lanes remain a hot button issue in Lethbridge since they were installed in 2023, and now a push to to remove them is growing.
Ohio Gov. DeWine makes endorsement in uber-competitive Senate race
March 12, 2024
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Monday endorsed state Sen. Matt Dolan over Trump-backed businessman Bernie Moreno in the Buckeye State's highly competitive Senate race.
Modern and traditional health practices come together at new Shuswap healing centre
March 12, 2024
The project entails a new, 15,000 square foot health centre, which will be built on Main Street.
Grant approved for park over 6-lane highway aimed at reconnecting Philadelphia’s Chinatown
March 12, 2024
A $159 million grant to build a three-block-long park over Philadelphia's Vine Street Expressway has been secured, and is set to reconnect the city's long-divided Chinatown.
Indiana Gov. Holcomb signs elementary literacy bill into law
March 12, 2024
Republican Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed 67 bills Monday, including one strengthening literacy test standards for the state's grade schoolers.
Illegal immigrant accused of causing head-on crash that killed young Missouri boy
March 12, 2024
The Hazelwood Police Department said an illegal immigrant caused a head-on collision that killed 12-year-old Travis Wolfe on Dec. 20, the night before his birthday.
Polish president pushes NATO allies toward higher defense spending
March 12, 2024
Polish President Andrzej Duda on Monday called for other members of NATO to raise their defense spending to 3% of their gross domestic product.
Joel McHale dislocated Chevy Chase’s shoulder while filming ‘Community’
March 12, 2024
Joel McHale has revealed that during an on-set physical altercation with Chase Chevy, he "got in trouble" for dislocating his shoulder. The two actors starred in the sit-com "Community" for several years together.
LDS Church buys Kirtland temple, other historic buildings, from Community of Christ: ‘Significant’
March 12, 2024
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently acquired the Kirtland Temple, the first Latter Day Saint temple to be constructed by followers of Joseph Smith.
Lethbridge police remind residents to beware scammers during Fraud Prevention Month
March 12, 2024
According to police, seniors were once one of the largest age groups being targeted, but now people of all ages appear to be falling victim to scams.