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.
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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.
Axelrod criticizes Trump for mocking Biden’s stutter: ‘Pathetic and small’
March 12, 2024
Former President Trump mocked President Biden and his struggle with stuttering over the weekend after the State of the Union speech.
4 dead in West Virginia housefire; suspect reportedly committed suicide
March 12, 2024
Four bodies were found inside a burning Ireland, West Virginia, home, on Monday, with an apparent suspect found dead by suicide over 100 miles away.
Appeals court weighs Delaware laws banning certain semiautomatic firearms, large-capacity magazines
March 12, 2024
Delaware legislation that bans certain firearms and restricts magazine sizes is currently being considered on appeal, as gun advocates allege violation of their constitutional rights.
Giants land Brian Burns in trade with Panthers, shell out $150M extension: report
March 12, 2024
The New York Giants made a blockbuster trade with the Carolina Panthers on Monday, landing 2-time Pro Bowl LB Brian Burns and reportedly extending him on a five-year, $150 million deal.
Appellate court upholds decision revoking substitute teaching license of cop who shot Philando Castile
March 12, 2024
The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Monday affirmed the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board's revocation of Jeronimo Yanez's substitute teaching license.
Saquon Barkley barks back at Tiki Barber after ‘dead to me’ comments following Eagles deal: ‘You been a hater’
March 12, 2024
New Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley had time to bark back at New York Giants legend Tiki Barber, who said he was "dead to me" after signing with the NFC East rival.
Alabama state lawmaker Rogers to plead guilty to federal charges
March 12, 2024
Longtime state Representative John Rogers is prepared to plead guilty in a kickback scheme that diverted funds from community projects; prosecutors have requested 14 months of home detention.
RNC shakeup: New Trump leadership slashes dozens of Republican National Committee staffers
March 12, 2024
Former President Donald Trump’s newly installed leadership team at the RNC on Monday began the process of pushing out dozens of officials, a senior RNC source confirmed.
Biden’s fiscal 2025 budget includes millions for 2026 World Cup preparations
March 12, 2024
President Biden's fiscal 2025 budget has $2.9 billion allocated to the U.S. Secret Service, and $16 million of that will go to security preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
When Is It OK to Manipulate Your Family Photos?
March 12, 2024
The Princess of Wales apologized for editing a family portrait. What to consider before you alter yours.
Nvidia Says NeMo AI Platform Complies With Copyright After Authors’ Complaint
March 11, 2024
Nvidia said its NeMo artificial intelligence platform was created in full compliance with copyright law, after a group of authors filed a class-action complaint saying some of their books were used without permission.
Banks and Users Warn of Scammers on Facebook Marketplace
March 11, 2024
Complaints about Meta’s online flea market are rising, but there are ways to avoid scams.
Ceasefire in Gaza, urges UN chief, on first day of Ramadan
March 11, 2024
A Ramadan ceasefire for Gaza must be implemented immediately, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Monday, the first day of the Muslim holy month.
World News in Brief: Syria violence intensifying, heavy weapons threat in Myanmar, justice call for Thai lawyer
March 11, 2024
Syria is experiencing a wave of violence not seen in years that likely amounts to war crimes, top UN-appointed rights investigators said on Monday.
Waves of violence hit Haiti hard, as Security Council condemns gang attacks
March 11, 2024
Waves of violence have displaced more than 15,000 Haitians in just a week amid ongoing looting at the country’s main port, according to the latest report from the UN agency for migration, as the Security Council on Monday strongly condemned “destabiliz...
UN chief calls for global action to defend women’s rights amid disturbing trends
March 11, 2024
The UN Secretary-General on Monday highlighted the urgent need to defend women's rights which are under threat, citing a reversal in hard-won progress, increasing violence against women and a growing digital gender divide.
Civilians in Israel and Palestine ‘cannot be abandoned’, says top UN official on sexual violence in conflict
March 11, 2024
Amid worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative on Sexual Violence in Conflict, Pramila Patten, briefed the Security Council in New York on Monday on her recent report relating to the 7 October attacks ...
Elon Musk’s xAI to Open-Source Its Grok Chatbot, in Latest Swipe at OpenAI
March 11, 2024
The move will be seen as another salvo in the long-simmering feud between Musk and OpenAI’s Chief Executive Sam Altman in the artificial-intelligence arms race.
Apple to Open New Store in Shanghai Amid Falling iPhone Sales
March 11, 2024
Apple is preparing to open its eighth store in Shanghai this month amid slipping iPhone sales in the world’s largest smartphone market.
Pope Francis’ ‘white flag’ comment criticized by Ukrainian and allied officials
March 11, 2024
Pope Francis made comments last month suggesting Ukraine turn to negotiations with Russia, or surrender, which aired over the weekend and were criticized by Ukrainian officials.
Nenshi already front-runner in Alberta NDP leadership race despite unconfirmed bid: expert
March 11, 2024
A spokesperson for Nenshi said the former mayor will announce whether or not he will run in the Alberta NDP leadership race on Monday.
Police seeking suspect involved in sexual assault incident in southwest Calgary
March 11, 2024
Police described the suspect as a slim man around five feet 11 inches tall with short hair. He was wearing a white t-shirt and light blue jeans at the time of the incident.
Blue Jays lose, tie in split-squad pre-season play
March 11, 2024
Anthony Santander hit two home runs and finished with four RBIs in leading the Baltimore Orioles past the Toronto Blue Jays 11-6 in pre-season action on Sunday.
Baker Mayfield agrees to 3-year deal to remain Bucs’ starting quarterback: report
March 11, 2024
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to bring back quarterback Baker Mayfield on a three-year deal reportedly worth a max value of $115 million.
Flyers head coach John Tortorella curses at ref, refuses to leave bench after ejection: ‘F— off!’
March 11, 2024
Philadelphia Flyers head coach John Tortorella made a scene on Saturday night, as he refused to leave the bench against the Tampa Bay Lightning after being ejected
39-year-old Iranian woman crowned Miss Germany 2024 as pageant embraces inclusivity
March 11, 2024
A 39-year-old mother, Apameh Schönauer, was crowned Miss Germany last weekend which caused a mix of celebration and criticism from pageant viewers.