Dad uses parental controls to find abducted daughter
A quick-thinking father used smartphone parental controls to locate his daughter after she was abducted at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas Day. Read the full story of the rescue.
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Aid Cuts Deepen Hunger Crisis for Millions in Afghanistan
A severe humanitarian crisis grips Afghanistan as international aid reductions leave millions facing hunger. The AP reports on the escalating situation and its devastating impact on vulnerable families.
All Nigerian schoolchildren rescued after kidnapping
All children and staff abducted from a Nigerian school have been found safe, church officials announced. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Nigerian families reunite with kidnapped schoolchildren
Emotional scenes in Nigeria as 28 students from St. Mary's Catholic School are freed after a harrowing kidnapping ordeal. Read about their safe return and the ongoing security challenges.
5 Things to Know About Canada's Cost of Living Crisis
Inflation, food prices, and interest rates strained Canadian wallets in 2025. Explore five crucial facts about the affordability crisis and its impact.
Bail for Toronto Kidnapping, Hate Crime Suspect Sparks Fury
Outrage in Toronto as 18-year-old Osman Azizov, facing charges including kidnapping, sexual assault with a weapon, and hate-motivated crimes, is released on bail. Critics question public safety.
Last of kidnapped Nigerian pupils handed over
The Nigerian government has secured the release of the final kidnapped pupils from St. Mary's Catholic School. Get the latest details on this developing story.
130 Nigerian Catholic Schoolchildren Freed After Kidnapping
Nigerian authorities have secured the release of 130 students and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school in November 2025. The operation marks a significant development in the country's ongoing security challenges.
Toronto terror cell foiled; targeted Jews, women: police
A joint police operation in the GTA has arrested three men allegedly plotting ISIS-inspired attacks on Jewish people and the abduction of women. Police say they prevented a potential Bondi Beach-style tragedy.
Man kidnapped, assaulted in Mississauga; 3 suspects at large
Peel police charge one man after a violent 2024 kidnapping in Mississauga, but three suspects remain on the run. The victim was assaulted and forced into a pickup truck.
Mississauga man charged in violent kidnapping, extortion
A 24-year-old Mississauga man faces multiple charges after a violent kidnapping and extortion. Police also warn of a spike in Halton Region break-ins targeting homes near green spaces.
Food insecurity persists in Ontario cities post-emergency
A year after declaring emergencies, cities across Ontario continue to grapple with severe food insecurity. Learn about the ongoing crisis and its impact on communities.
Fourth GTA man gets $250K bail in kidnapping case
A fourth suspect in a GTA kidnapping and attempted murder investigation has been released on a $250,000 bail. Get the latest details on the case and the accused.
GTA Man Gets $250K Bail in Attempted Murder Case
Surjit Singh Bains, accused of attempted murder and kidnapping with four others from the GTA, has been granted a $250,000 bail. Get the latest details on this developing case.
$25K Boost for Windsor Police Mental Health Teams
Windsor police and hospital officials announce a $25,000 investment to enhance local mobile mental health crisis response teams. Learn how this funding aims to improve community safety and care.
Halton Mayors Urge Ontario Emergency Declaration
Mayors across Halton Region are urging the Ontario government to declare a state of emergency to address the intertwined crises of homelessness and addiction. Learn about their urgent call for action.
New Windsor team supports youth in mental health crisis
Windsor launches a new Youth Crisis Response Team to provide immediate support for children experiencing mental health emergencies. Learn about this critical initiative.
Toronto repeat offenders face new violent crime charges
Toronto police detail new alleged crimes by two men with extensive criminal histories. Cassim Cummings, 33, and Tajahan Kelly, 30, face fresh charges including assault and kidnapping. Read the full story.
Two teens among four charged in Vaughan kidnapping
York Regional Police have charged four individuals, including two 15-year-old boys, in connection with a kidnapping in Vaughan. Get the latest details on this developing case.
Saskatoon man in court for murder, kidnapping charges
Gage Ulmer-Busler made his first court appearance in Saskatoon Provincial Court on December 3, 2025, facing charges related to the death of Chad Romanski. Get the latest details on this developing case.
Pastor and bride among 26 kidnapped in Nigeria raids
Nigeria faces security crisis as 26 people including a pastor and bride are kidnapped in coordinated raids. President Tinubu faces mounting pressure to address violence.
12 kidnapped girls freed in Nigeria after abduction
Twelve young girls kidnapped in Nigeria have been released by their abductors. Get the latest details on this developing story and its implications for regional security.
Nigeria declares emergency following mass school abduction
Nigeria's president declares state of emergency and deploys additional security forces after gunmen abduct children and staff from Catholic school. Read the latest developments.
Health Canada's drug crisis response lacks urgency: advocate
Jeremy Kalicum, co-founder of DULF, expresses shock at Health Canada's slow response to the overdose crisis. Read about the fight for a safe drug supply in Vancouver.
French rapper Maes jailed in Morocco for kidnapping
French rapper Maes sentenced to prison in Morocco for alleged kidnapping attempt. Get the latest details on the international music scandal and legal proceedings.
Nigerian parents kept in dark over abducted children
Parents in Nigeria's Papiri community remain uninformed about their children's fate days after gunmen stormed St. Mary's Catholic School. Authorities face mounting criticism over information blackout.
Saskatoon homeless population surges to nearly 2,000
Saskatoon faces growing homelessness crisis as numbers jump by 400 to nearly 2,000 residents. City officials declare emergency situation requiring urgent action.
24 Abducted Nigerian Schoolgirls Successfully Rescued
All 24 schoolgirls abducted from a secondary school in Kebbi, Nigeria, have been rescued, according to the president. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges.
Montreal leader questions Legault's immigration stance
Projet Montréal's interim leader Ericka Alneus expresses discomfort with Premier Legault linking immigration to homelessness. Read about the political debate over Montreal's housing crisis.
50 Nigerian Schoolchildren Escape Mass Kidnapping
Fifty of 303 abducted Nigerian schoolchildren have escaped captivity while Pope Leo XIV demands immediate release of remaining hostages amid growing security crisis.
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