While not a formal famine declaration, World Food Programme executive director Cindy McCain said that based on the “horror” on the ground, “There is famine, full-blown famine, in the north, and it’s moving its way south.” Israel closes a border crossing after Hamas rocket attack there wounds 10, reports say. …
Read More »Canadians have ‘fundamental right to live safely,’ PM says after arrests in B.C. Sikh activist’s killing
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau touted Canada as a “rule-of-law country” in comments on Saturday about arrests made in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader, as he sought to reassure Sikh Canadians that persecution won’t be tolerated. Comments come day after 3 Indian men charged with murder in Hardeep Singh …
Read More »As it battles Russia, Ukraine faces an unexpected foe — problem gambling among its soldiers
Amid its all-out war with Russia, Ukraine’s government is facing another, unexpected foe — problem gambling in the military. Petition warns of online casinos using patriotic-themed ads and tactics to lure soldiers. Amid its all-out war with Russia, Ukraine’s government is facing another, unexpected foe — problem gambling in the …
Read More »India’s Hindu nationalists are petitioning courts to tear down mosques and replace them with temples
Gvanvapi mosque in the holy city of Varanasi is one of hundreds of mosques and other Muslim sites being targeted by Hindu nationalist groups in India. The petitioners say they want to restore previously destroyed Hindu holy sites, but some historians accuse the groups of aggressively attempting to rewrite history. …
Read More »London Drugs begins to gradually reopen stores after cyberattack
London Drugs says it is gradually reopening its stores across Western Canada, six days after the retail and pharmacy chain shuttered all locations, due to a cybersecurity incident. Nearly 80 stores in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba have been closed since April 28. London Drugs is gradually reopening its stores …
Read More »After Oct. 7, this year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day carries heavier weight for many Jews
This year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day carries a heavier weight than usual for many Jews around the world. ‘I don’t want to lose my home again,’ says 80-year-old Judith Tzamir. When Hamas fighters invaded southern Israel on Oct. 7, the militant group that rules the Gaza Strip perpetrated the deadliest attack …
Read More »WestJet issues lockout notice to mechanics’ union
Airline president says work stoppages could begin as early as Tuesday at noon MT. Calgary-based airline and union have been negotiating new contract since September. WestJet has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the union representing the Calgary-based airline’s mechanics. The notice paves the way for a work stoppage to …
Read More »1 dead, another injured after Highway 401 collision in Milton
One person is dead after a collision on Highway 401 in Milton early Sunday morning, Ontario Provincial Police say. Emergency crews were called for a report of a collision in the eastbound lanes near Guelph Line at around 3:30 a.m. OPP said one person was pronounced dead and another was …
Read More »The Filipino Design Studio: Proudly made in the Philippines
Bringing together over 70 guest brands, house labels, and social enterprises Back and bigger than ever! Returning this May 2 to 9 at Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall – Kultura Filipino Design Studio: Made in the Philippines edition. The event is a welcoming, community-based space that fosters connections between like-minded …
Read More »Cool Smashers back in familiar spot – finale
Alyssa Valdez, Jema Galanza and Risa Sato celebrate Creamline’s triumph over Chery Tiggo. MANILA, Philippines — On the brink of elimination several times, Creamline time and again found a way to survive. In desperate need of a victory, the Cool Smashers delivered one more time last night with a decisive …
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