A new ranking shows the best luxury hotel brands in the world
November 10, 2023
The members-only Luxury Travel Intelligence ranked Mandarin Oriental the No. 1 luxury hotel brand in 2023, followed by Oetker, Auberge, Six Senses and Aman.
International
Goldman Sachs sees ‘clear deficit’ of iron ore for the rest of the year
November 10, 2023
The iron ore market is looking at a shortfall for the rest of the year due to low inventories and falling production, said Goldman Sachs.
South Korea is battling a bedbug outbreak as cases climb
November 10, 2023
South Korea's government is launching a four-week-long campaign to carry out inspections and implement pest control measures at "vulnerable" public facilities.
Apple to Pay Up to $25 Million to Settle U.S. Discrimination Charges
November 10, 2023
The PERM program allowa employers to sponsor workers for lawful permanent resident status.
Saskatoon’s climate budget and what it could mean for residents
November 10, 2023
Saskatoon is introducing a climate budget to help show how decision-making affects things like GHG emissions.
N.B. child and youth advocate says action still needed following Lexi Daken inquest
November 10, 2023
New Brunswick child and youth advocate Kelly Lamrock said broader systemic change to the province's mental health-care system is needed.
32 more Canadians have left Gaza through Rafah crossing, Ottawa says
November 10, 2023
The crossing had been reported closed earlier in the day as hundreds of people with links to Canada awaited news of when they would be able to escape the besieged territory.
N.S. legislature ready to consider changes to avoid sitting until midnight most days
November 10, 2023
The legislature is set to wrap up a fall sitting marked by rancorous debate and opposition delay tactics after the government extended work hours to push through its agenda.
Man arrested in downtown Kelowna after altercation that sent woman to hospital
November 10, 2023
Police said they arrested a man at around 7:30 p.m. after a call about an altercation with a weapon on Bernard Avenue and Ethel Street.
Larger turnout than usual expected for Remembrance Day ceremony in Dartmouth
November 10, 2023
The Remembrance Day ceremony typically held in Halifax's Grand Parade area is being relocated this year to Sullivan's Pond in Dartmouth.
Peterborough police chief reports ‘positive’ response to ‘Safer Public Spaces’ focus
November 10, 2023
Police say since the Oct. 5 launch, there have been 57 calls for service in which officers were able to discuss the new approach and provide a pamphlet about available services.
A N.S. truck driver’s struggle to regain his license following leg amputation
November 10, 2023
A Nova Scotia truck driver is struggling to regain his livelihood after losing a foot to flesh eating disease last year. 'It's what I do. It's all I know.'
Calgary police charge 11 men, identify 50 people of interest in September riot
November 10, 2023
The 11 men face rioting, assault, mischief and weapons-related charges.
Flair Airlines to offer flights between 2 Ontario cities and Newfoundland
November 10, 2023
Flair Airlines says it will begin offering flights from two southern Ontario cities to Newfoundland next summer.
Chinese, American—It Doesn’t Matter. Israel Wants Inexpensive Drones.
November 10, 2023
Executives and financiers hustle to get off-the-shelf drones to Israel for reconnaissance, rescue
Can an AI Device Replace the Smartphone?
November 10, 2023
Former Apple execs launch a wearable Ai Pin that uses ChatGPT.
Five judges elected to United Nations’ top court
November 9, 2023
The General Assembly and the Security Council on Thursday elected five judges to serve on the International Court of Justice, the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
Gaza: ‘Humanitarian pauses’ will need coordination with the UN
November 9, 2023
Any plans for short-term pauses in the fighting in Gaza must be carried out in coordination with the UN and following agreement by all sides, the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General said on Thursday during his regular press briefing from New York.
Google Antitrust Trial Exposes Deepening Rift With Microsoft
November 9, 2023
The search and software titans trade accusations as memory of detente fades.
‘Golden opportunity’: Morgan Stanley says it’s a good time to buy gold stocks — and names its top global picks
November 9, 2023
The investment bank gave one stock about 37% upside.
‘Meta’s Deception’ About Instagram’s Harmful Qualities Alleged in Massachusetts Suit
November 9, 2023
CEO Mark Zuckerberg nixed efforts to address potential harms to teens, according to the complaint.
S&P 500 gains for an eighth straight day, builds on longest win streak in 2 years: Live updates
November 9, 2023
The S&P 500 slipped on Wednesday, struggling to extend its longest winning streak in about two years.
High-end brothels serviced elected officials, tech and pharma execs, military brass: Feds
November 9, 2023
A network of pricey brothels around Boston and eastern Virginia provided politicians, doctors and others with sex for pay, according to a bombshell complaint.
Hamas billionaires: Lifestyles of the rich and terrorists
November 9, 2023
The leaders of the Hamas terrorist group are worth billions, making them one of the richest terrorist organizations in the world and able to afford luxurious lifestyles.
Detroit police arrest suspect in murder of Jewish leader Samantha Woll
November 9, 2023
A suspect has been taken into custody for the fatal stabbing of political strategist and synagogue president Samantha Woll in Detroit last month, police announced Wednesday.
Black conservative student testifies on harassment at Iowa campus, says college ’empowering’ leftist threats
November 9, 2023
Iowa Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) chairwoman Jasmyn Jordan testified before the House Judiciary about the harassment she's experienced as a Black conservative student.
Amazon to Offer Lower-Cost Primary Care to Prime Members
November 9, 2023
The company, in its latest healthcare push, plans to offer its millions of Amazon Prime subscribers a low-cost annual membership to One Medical, the primary-care business it purchased for $3.9 billion.
Biden spokesman explodes at ’embarrassing’ NY Times in searing X post
November 9, 2023
Andrew Bates ripped the New York Times in a post on social media for noting dismal polling results for the president in a piece about new funding he announced for rail projects.
Brazilian authorities foil Hezbollah terror plot to attack Jews in its country, Israel says
November 9, 2023
Brazil has arrested two people suspected of being part of a Hezbollah terror plot to attack Jews in the South American country, authorities said Wednesday.
Denmark scores win in legal battle with Islamist fighter who claims he spied on country’s behalf
November 9, 2023
Danish intelligence agencies on Wednesday won a case against a Syrian-born Islamic State fighter who claimed to have spied on Copenhagen's behalf.
Fossil fuel interests have large, yet often murky, presence at climate talks, AP analysis finds
November 9, 2023
At last year's UN climate talks in Egypt, 400 individuals related to the fossil fuel industry were present, according to AP investigation.
Secret trick to hide photos from snoops on iPhone
November 9, 2023
Whether you have photos that contain personal information or embarrassing content, here’s a quick and simple trick to hiding your photos on an iPhone.
Jean-Pierre spikes football on GOP after election night, cites ‘extreme’ policy that gave Dems an edge
November 9, 2023
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre spiked the football on Republicans following Democrats' largely positive election night results, citing abortion as a major factor.
AMLO says he’ll force Mexican freight rail companies to offer passenger service
November 9, 2023
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced Wednesday that private rail companies must either offer passenger services or let the government run its trains on their tracks.
Erdogan-backed law carrying jail time for ‘disinformation’ upheld by Turkish high court
November 9, 2023
Turkey's high court on Wednesday upheld a law that carries potential prison terms for those convicted of spreading disinformation affecting national security, public order and health.
Kat Von D is ‘on fire for Jesus’ after abandoning witchcraft
November 9, 2023
Kat Von D spoke about her decision to abandon witchcraft and new age practices to rediscover her faith in God. She also shared her baptism on social media.
Global study names world’s booziest nations; the top 3 will surprise you
November 9, 2023
A study from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development analyzed health care habits and measures across its 38 member states and included some recommendations.
Germany projects underwhelming economic growth through 2024
November 9, 2023
Germany's economy will grow by an underwhelming 0.7% next year, down from March's 1.3% projection, according to Berlin's panel of independent economic advisers.