South Korea to end bear bile farming and breeding
South Korea announces a historic ban on bear breeding and bile extraction, marking a major victory for animal welfare and ending a decades-old controversial industry.
South Korea announces a historic ban on bear breeding and bile extraction, marking a major victory for animal welfare and ending a decades-old controversial industry.
Toronto police are investigating a shooting in North York that left one man with serious injuries. Get the latest details on the incident and ongoing police response.
Toronto police are investigating a fire at a North York passport office as a suspected arson case. One man is in custody following the December 29 incident.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected new rocket launchers, claiming they can 'annihilate the enemy.' The state media release comes amid ongoing regional tensions. Read the latest details.
Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of targeting his home with drones, vowing to revise Russia's negotiating stance. Zelenskyy calls it a 'new lie' as Trump's peace efforts face fresh hurdles. Read the latest.
South Korea's Hyundai Motor permanently severs its Russian operations, citing the ongoing war in Ukraine. The automaker confirms it will not repurchase its former St. Petersburg plant. Learn the details of this major business exit.
South Korean firm L&F has significantly reduced the value of its battery material supply contract with Tesla. Explore the details and potential impacts on the EV supply chain.
A Reuters source confirms Hyundai Motor cannot repurchase its former Russian plant, citing the ongoing war in Ukraine. Explore the implications for the automaker's global strategy.
South Korea's commitment to phase out coal and slash emissions faces a diplomatic challenge as the United States pressures allies to buy more liquefied natural gas. The conflict highlights the complex geopolitics of global energy transitions.
North Korea has conducted a test launch of long-range cruise missiles, according to state media reports. The test underscores ongoing regional tensions and weapons development.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's New Year message to Vladimir Putin highlights their alliance forged in conflict. Explore the implications for global security and Canada's foreign policy stance.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed a significant ramp-up in missile manufacturing, state media reports. This move signals continued defiance of international sanctions and escalating regional tensions.
North Korea's state media has released images showing apparent progress in constructing a nuclear-powered submarine, raising international security concerns. Read the latest analysis.
A 58-year-old North Bay man faces multiple charges, including impaired driving and failing to stop, after a collision at a major intersection. Get the latest details on the incident.
Russia announces plans to deploy a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade to support its lunar base and a joint station with China. Learn about the new space race.
South Korea's parliament has approved a bill allowing heavy punitive damages for publishing false information, raising concerns over press freedom and censorship. Learn the details and implications.
For the 68th consecutive year, NORAD is ready to track Santa's Christmas Eve journey. The 22 Wing/CFB North Bay crew in Northern Ontario is on standby to monitor his approach to Canada.
North Bay Police have arrested a Southern Ontario man on attempted murder charges following a December 19th shooting near Seymour St. and Highway 11/17. Get the latest details.
Amazon confirms it blocked over 1,800 job applications from North Korea in 2025, highlighting corporate efforts to enforce international sanctions. Learn about the compliance measures.
The Disney+ drama 'Made in Korea,' starring Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung, revisits 1970s South Korea with a bold narrative. Premiering Dec. 24, it's part of a global surge in Korean storytelling.
Healthcare workers and union members rallied in North Bay, calling on the Ontario government to reverse planned job cuts at the North Bay Regional Health Centre.
A 28-year-old pedestrian suffered life-altering injuries in a crash with a snowplow on Highway 11 in North Bay. The highway has since reopened following an OPP investigation. Get the latest details.
North Bay OPP are investigating an overnight shooting near Seymour St. that left one person injured. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating two suspicious deaths discovered in North Battleford. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The NHLPA has awarded a $10,000 grant to North Bay's North Stars hockey program, providing new gear for players with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Discover how this initiative is breaking down barriers to the sport.
A proposed peace plan to end the war in Ukraine is facing sharp criticism for rewarding Russian aggression and drawing historical parallels to the failed Munich Agreement of 1938.
The United Kingdom imposes new sanctions on Russia's GRU spy agency for the 2018 Salisbury nerve agent attack on Sergei Skripal. Explore the details and implications.
Russian authorities have blocked access to the popular U.S. children's gaming platform Roblox. The move, reported in December 2025, restricts a major online space for young users.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung suggests a potential apology to North Korea for a former leader's actions, marking a significant diplomatic shift. Explore the details and implications.
Hulu unveils its December streaming slate, featuring the return of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Season 2, the new K-drama 'Made in Korea,' and Disney's holiday spectacular. Get the full release schedule.