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Ambassador Bridge reopens after U.S.-Canada traffic diverted for several hours

Sat, 2024-11-09 12:35

The Ambassador Bridge reopened Saturday afternoon after an investigation caused traffic from the United States to Canada to be rerouted for several hours, Windsor police and the Canada Border Services Agency said.

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Iran's foreign minister denies U.S. allegation of plot to kill Trump

Sat, 2024-11-09 11:05

An Iranian spokesperson said the claim was a "repulsive" plot by Israel and the Iranian opposition outside the country to "complicate matters between America and Iran."

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Dutch PM 'ashamed' by Amsterdam attacks on Israeli soccer fans

Sat, 2024-11-09 08:57

Amsterdam banned demonstrations for three days from Friday while giving police emergency stop-and-search powers after overnight attacks on Israeli soccer supporters, as the Israeli government said it would fly many fans home.

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U.S. law enforcement investigating racist mass texts targeting Black people after election

Sat, 2024-11-09 07:03

The anonymous text messages invoking slavery were sent to Black adults and children in several states, prompting inquiries by the FBI and other law enforcement departments.

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Suicide bombing at Pakistan railway station kills at least 26

Sat, 2024-11-09 05:42

A suicide bomber blew himself up at a train station in southwestern Pakistan on Saturday, killing at least 26 people and wounding about 62 others, some critically, officials said. An outlawed separatist group claimed responsibility for the attack.

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How an alleged Russian plot suddenly upended Canada's air cargo rules

Sat, 2024-11-09 01:00

Transport Canada quietly changed air cargo importation rules for 55 mostly European countries in September, throwing the system into chaos — all in response to an alleged Russian plot to place firebombs on planes destined for North America.

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Albania has greenlit a Trump-connected resort that could endanger bird and turtle species

Sat, 2024-11-09 01:00

Bird species that live in a wetland area in Albania are under threat by two luxury real estate projects — worth an estimated $1.5 billion Cdn — proposed by Ivanka Trump, daughter of U.S. president-elect candidate Donald Trump, and her husband, Jared Kushner.

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Ottawa to reinstate Arctic ambassador as it faces challenges from U.S., Russia and China in region

Sat, 2024-11-09 01:00

Ottawa is finalizing its long-awaited Arctic foreign policy with Inuit leaders for release before the end of the year, as Canada braces for a second Trump presidency and increasing threats to its sovereignty from China and Russia.

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WATCH | Fierce wildfire near L.A. destroys homes, forces thousands to flee

Fri, 2024-11-08 19:06

Firefighters are battling a fierce wildfire fuelled by strong winds near Los Angeles. Thousands have fled and more than 130 structures have been destroyed, but firefighters could get a reprieve as winds ease.

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WATCH | FBI getting tips on ex-Olympian, accused drug lord Ryan Wedding's whereabouts

Fri, 2024-11-08 19:05

The FBI tells CBC News it has been receiving tips on the possible whereabouts of Canadian former Olympic snowboarder and suspected drug lord Ryan Wedding who is also wanted in connection with three Toronto-area murders.

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WATCH | ‘Unacceptable’: Canada confronts Russia over alleged sabotage plot

Fri, 2024-11-08 19:05

The federal government says it is ‘deeply concerned’ about allegations that Russia plotted to put incendiary devices on cargo and passenger planes flying to North America. Ottawa has told Moscow 'any threat to the safey and security of Canadians is unacceptable.’

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What is the 4B movement? Why some women are boycotting men after Trump's election victory

Fri, 2024-11-08 16:20

Following Donald Trump's election victory in the U.S., women there are increasingly posting their support and involvement in a radical feminist movement called 4B. Originally from South Korea, the movement involves women boycotting men, as a way to reclaim agency over their bodies.

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Record number of Indigenous candidates in U.S. elections, says advocacy organization

Fri, 2024-11-08 15:41

This week's election in the United States saw a record number of Indigenous candidates, according to a U.S. organization that tracks Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian elected officials, but it says there's still a long way to go in representation.

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Beyond the 'stache: Movember has gotten bigger, broader — and much weirder 

Fri, 2024-11-08 15:10

Movember started two decades ago with men growing mustaches to raise money for prostate cancer. Since then, it has expanded to include testicular cancer and mental health. And its campaigns are limited only by a participant's ambition and imagination.

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'Hey, you guys gotta get out!' Family recounts losing home to California wildfire

Fri, 2024-11-08 13:44

A stubborn wildfire northwest of Los Angeles on Friday continued to challenge firefighting crews working to snuff it out, after it forced thousands of people to evacuate and burned more than 100 structures. Brandon Francis and his grandmother, Leticia Taylor, were among those who lost their home to the blaze this week.

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Israel has deliberately made northern Gaza unlivable, say Palestinians. What comes next?

Fri, 2024-11-08 11:05

Israel’s army has already split the Gaza Strip into two zones, and the IDF claims the northern part is now devoid of Palestinian civilians. Opponents decry this as "ethnic cleansing." While Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not publicized the next steps, there’s speculation annexation and Jewish settlements will soon follow.

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Belgium honours Indigenous First World War veterans

Fri, 2024-11-08 01:00

A national ceremony in Belgium on Friday recognized the roughly 4,000 First Nations, Metis and Inuit soldiers from Canada who fought in the First World War. It was part of a series of commemorative events held there in the week leading up to Remembrance Day.

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Transgender Americans brace for Trump presidency after campaign promoted anti-trans rhetoric

Fri, 2024-11-08 01:00

Transgender Americans are bracing for attacks from the White House and in their own neighbourhoods after Donald Trump's U.S. election victory Tuesday, following a presidential campaign that promoted anti-trans rhetoric.

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Why Canada Dry's 'made from real ginger' claim isn't on U.S. cans

Fri, 2024-11-08 01:00

Marketplace hits the grocery aisles to debunk food marketing claims and expose Canada’s weak labelling rules. From “cholesterol free” to “made with real ginger,” we reveal what's really in our food.

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Putin congratulates Trump, praises 'brave' character of U.S. president-elect

Thu, 2024-11-07 14:06

Russian President Vladimir Putin had flattering words to share Thursday about Donald Trump's recent election win and the character of the next U.S. president.

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