A culture of fear has gripped the State Department's legal office, with staff afraid to give candid advice. This erosion of independent legal counsel raises alarms about U.S. foreign policy and international law compliance.
Pope Leo XIV voices profound disappointment after Illinois governor signs 'Deb's Law,' allowing medically assisted suicide. He calls for renewed respect for life from conception to natural death.
A British Columbia developer faces an $80,000 penalty for serious workplace safety breaches and failing to comply with a stop-work order. Learn the details of the enforcement action.
Windsor police issued 214 tickets during a targeted traffic enforcement operation in Windsor and Amherstburg. The blitz focused on speeding, distracted driving, and other violations.
A Vancouver electric vehicle company has paid a $35,000 penalty to the B.C. Securities Commission to resolve regulatory violations. Learn the details of the settlement.
The City of Saint John, New Brunswick, is proposing to double fines for parking violations and snow ban infractions this winter. Learn about the new penalties and the reasons behind the stricter enforcement.
Waterloo authorities have issued close to 300 charges against rental property owners this year for bylaw violations. Discover the details and what this crackdown means for tenants and the housing market.
Two local men from the Windsor area have been fined for multiple hunting infractions following an investigation by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Learn the details of the charges and penalties.
For two decades, Fabienne Colas has championed Black filmmakers, creating festivals from Montreal to Vancouver. Discover how her foundation opens doors for emerging talent.
The UN General Assembly inaugurates a day condemning Western sanctions, backed by authoritarian states. Critics argue it distracts from crises like Sudan, where 150,000 have died. Read the full analysis.
Polish authorities have detained 100 men in a sweeping child sexual abuse investigation. The operation highlights a major crackdown on exploitation networks.
The International Criminal Court reaffirms its independence, rejecting U.S. and Israeli demands to drop warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant. Member states rally support amid unprecedented sanctions campaign.
The UN General Assembly has adopted a resolution demanding Russia return all Ukrainian children taken during the war. The vote highlights ongoing international condemnation of Moscow's actions.
The Winnipeg Parking Authority is exploring a system where citizens could submit photos of parking violations. Could this new 'snitch' program change city enforcement?
NYC secures a record $38.9M settlement from Starbucks for labour violations. Mayor-elect Mamdani pledges continued support for workers. Read the full story.
Costco files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, demanding a full refund on tariffs collected under the IEEPA. The company argues the tariffs are illegal. Read the full story.
Starbucks agrees to pay approximately $35 million to settle claims it violated New York City labour laws. The settlement resolves allegations of scheduling and pay violations for thousands of workers.
Canadian lawmakers join bipartisan scrutiny of deadly September boat strike ordered by US Defense Secretary. War crime allegations emerge as investigation expands.
Three men fined $20,500 for illegal party hunting near Red Lake, Ontario. Conservation officers crack down on moose poaching violations in Northern Ontario.
Three Ontario men have been fined a total of $20,500 for serious moose hunting violations near Red Lake. Learn the details of the case and the consequences of breaking wildlife laws.
Retired military officers and supporters gathered in Buenos Aires demanding release of former servicemen accused of human rights violations during dictatorship. Latest sign of Argentina's political shift.
London City Hall moves to demolish three neglected properties after owners ignore repeated property standards violations. Learn about the city's enforcement action.
Ontario Provincial Police laid 41 distracted driving charges in just 24 hours, including multiple offenses in school zones. Learn about the crackdown and safety implications.
Ontario enforcement initiative results in multiple driver violations during commercial vehicle safety inspection. Learn about the ongoing road safety efforts across the province.
A Northwestern Ontario teenager faces stunt driving charges after police stopped a vehicle traveling 150 km/h. Learn about the consequences of excessive speeding in Canada.
A Sault Ste. Marie driver faces over half a dozen charges after police discovered them asleep behind the wheel. Learn about the incident and potential consequences.
An Edmonton construction company faces a $100,000 fine after a trench collapse seriously injured a worker. Learn about workplace safety violations and consequences.
A Nova Scotia pizzeria faces $126,000 in fines for alleged temporary foreign worker program violations. Learn about the compliance issues and consequences.
A Mississauga man faces over a dozen charges after allegedly driving a rental vehicle while impaired in 2023. Peel Regional Police continue crackdown on dangerous driving.
A 29-year-old Windsor man, previously convicted on firearm and drug charges, has been arrested twice in three months for allegedly violating his bail conditions. Learn about the case and Ontario's bail enforcement efforts.