Top Iranian commanders warned Israel on Sunday that the country would face a bigger attack if it retaliates against overnight drone and missile strikes, adding that Washington has been told not to back any military action from its ally. U.S. President Joe Biden plans to gather G7 leaders together on …
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Sydney knife attacker may have targeted women, police say
Australian police said on Monday the attacker who fatally stabbed six people at a busy shopping centre in Sydney’s beach suburb of Bondi may have targeted women, as the country mourned the victims and hundreds of people laid flowers near the scene. Five of the 6 people killed and a …
Read More »Suspended police officers blame unfair disciplinary process for costing taxpayers millions
Formerly suspended officers point to systemic issues that led to their suspensions and kept them on paid leave for months or years. They say police chiefs are too quick to suspend, investigations are too often conducted by their colleagues. Those in charge, meanwhile, don’t see it the same way. Former …
Read More »It’s federal budget day — this time with a tight focus on housing
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will table her fourth federal budget today, laying out the government’s plan to spend billions of dollars on housing to improve supply — a plan the Liberals also hope will boost their prospects with a crucial group of voters. ‘We’re at really a pivotal moment for …
Read More »Trump faces his 1st criminal trial. Here are the witnesses the prosecution is likely to call
For the first time ever, a former U.S. president is facing a criminal trial, with jury selection set to begin Monday in New York. Here are the witnesses the prosecution could call, and what they might talk about. While the trial examines business records, 2 women could allege Trump affairs …
Read More »China to US, PH, Japan: Stop playing bloc politics
CHINA called on the United States, Japan and the Philippines to abandon outdated political strategies, refrain from meddling in its domestic matters, and cease actions that could disrupt regional peace and stability, asserting its unwavering commitment to protecting its territorial integrity and maritime entitlements. In a statement released by the …
Read More »Netanyahu vows victory after Israel fends off Iranian drone and missile attack
Top Iranian commanders warned Israel on Sunday that the country would face a bigger attack if it retaliates against overnight drone and missile strikes, adding that Washington has been told not to back any military action from its ally. U.S. President Joe Biden plans to gather G7 leaders together on …
Read More »Fear of China gnaws at summit in Washington
A subcurrent of worry pulsed through a summit involving distant Asian nations this week in Washington, but the event also offered a window into angst of global concern: Fears of a military standoff with China. U.S.-Japan-Philippines meeting offered a window into military angst with global dimensions. A subcurrent of worry …
Read More »Israel intercepts most drones, missiles in Iran’s retaliatory air attack
Booms and air raid sirens sounded across Israel early Sunday after Iran launched dozens of drones and ballistic missiles toward Israel in a retaliatory barrage that pushed the Middle East ever closer to a region-wide war. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says barrage targets ‘occupied territories’ in Israel. Explosions, sirens above Jerusalem …
Read More »Experts predict tax hikes in budget as Trudeau government stretches to pay for its promises
Economists and experts say they’re expecting the federal government to raise taxes in Tuesday’s budget to help offset billions of dollars in new spending already promised in the pre-budget announcements that have been landing almost daily since the end of March. Sources say the Liberals are anxious to avoid anything …
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