A strong gust of wind toppled the stage at a campaign rally Wednesday evening in the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon, killing at least nine people — including a child — and injuring 63, the state’s governor said. A child was among the dead as strong winds topple stage. …
Read More »Mounties warn son of man acquitted in Air India bombing that his life may be in danger
The son of a man who was accused in the Air India bombing of 1985 has been officially warned by the RCMP that his life could be under threat, CBC News has learned. Warning comes as investigators probe possible Indian government links to Ripudaman Singh Malik’s 2022 killing. The son …
Read More »Philanthropist who gave $30M to U Manitoba condemns ‘hateful’ valedictory speech, university for allowing it
The philanthropist behind the University of Manitoba’s largest-ever personal donation — $30 million — has denounced a speech made by a valedictorian for medicine grads and admonished the university for letting it happen. In a letter dated Monday, Ernest Rady says he was hurt and appalled by the remarks by …
Read More »Québecor says Loblaw deal with telecom is anti-competitive, calls on Ottawa to step in
The head of telecom and media firm Quebecor is calling for the federal government to intervene over a deal between Loblaw and a company owned by Rogers and Bell that would see his company — and other telecom companies — pushed out of 180 Loblaw-owned stores. Québecor’s Pierre-Karl Péladeau claims …
Read More »Eala takes down Aussie to reach third round of French Open qualifiers
MANILA, Philippines – Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala continues to roll in the qualifiers of the French Open, and is just a win away from the singles main draw. On Wednesday, during the second round of the qualifiers, Eala defeated 30th seed and world number 137 Taylah Preston of Australia …
Read More »Nunavut family wants apology after 7-year-old boy kicked off Canadian North flight
A Clyde River, Nunavut, woman wants answers and an apology after her seven-year-old grandson, who has a disability, was kicked off a Canadian North flight on Monday last week. Regilee Palituq’s grandson Josiah, who she says uses a wheelchair and only speaks a few words, was travelling from Iqaluit to …
Read More »Boeing invests $240M to create Montreal-area aerospace innovation zone
Boeing, a giant in the aircraft manufacturing industry, is putting up $240 million to create an aerospace innovation zone in the Montreal area, with operations in the city’s Saint-Laurent borough, Longueuil and Mirabel. Airplane manufacturer partners with Quebec government for $415M project. Boeing, a giant in the aircraft manufacturing business, …
Read More »Korean singer-songwriter DVWN to hold special show in Manila
Korean singer-songwriter and hitmaker DVWN will be coming to Manila for a special show in July. His “DVWN 2024 Asia Tour: See The Sea” will be held on July 9 at the Samsung Hall of SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. Tickets go on sale on May 26 …
Read More »Toronto man surprised to learn his stolen SUV was found for sale online
A Toronto man was surprised to learn his SUV — stolen almost a year ago — was recently sold in the United Arab Emirates. CBC News found an online ad that included a picture of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban LT’s vehicle identification number, which was used to confirm the SUV …
Read More »Twin victories at Mister and Miss Fitness Supermodel World 2024
Cebuana model Kirsten Dawn Delerio takes home the title Miss Fitness Supermodel World 2024 The Philippines’ sash factor once again left a lasting impression on the international pageant stage, reaffirming the country’s status as a powerhouse in the world of beauty contests. It was almost a double grand win for …
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