Taiwan gets Christmas holiday after 25-year gap
For the first time in a quarter-century, Taiwan has a public holiday on December 25th. Discover the political history behind the date and its impact on workers.
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China's Military Buildup Makes U.S. Vulnerable: Pentagon
A new Pentagon report details China's 'historic military buildup,' warning it makes the U.S. homeland 'increasingly vulnerable' and poses a challenge to Trump's nuclear arms plans. Read the analysis.
Merry Christmas Makes a Comeback in Canada, Poll Finds
A new poll reveals a resurgence in Canadians preferring 'Merry Christmas' as a holiday greeting. Discover the data and the editorial defending the phrase's universal message of goodwill.
Windsor-Essex Holiday Hours: Openings & Closures
A complete guide to what's open and closed in Windsor-Essex over the 2025 holiday season. Plan your errands and celebrations with this essential schedule.
Most Canadians choose 'Merry Christmas' over 'Happy Holidays'
A new Research Co. poll reveals most Canadians still prefer the traditional 'Merry Christmas' greeting, with political and regional divides. Discover the holiday stress trends and festive preferences across the nation.
Lethbridge Promotes Waste Reduction During Holidays
As festive waste piles up, Lethbridge officials provide crucial recycling guidelines. Learn what can and cannot be recycled to make your holidays greener.
Survey Gauges Canadian Opinions on Festive Questions
A new survey explores whether Canadians prefer 'Merry Christmas' or 'Happy Holidays,' and debates festive foods. Discover the results and what they say about holiday traditions in Canada.
Expert Advice: Handle Holiday Awkwardness with Humour
Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau shares strategies for managing festive faux pas. Learn how humour can defuse tension and make gatherings more enjoyable for everyone.
Emma Willis on Holidays with Bruce's Dementia
Emma Heming Willis opens up about navigating grief and joy during the holidays while caring for husband Bruce Willis, diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia.
What's Open and Closed in Canada for Christmas and New Year's 2025
Plan your holiday season with our guide to Canadian business and service hours for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day 2025. Know before you go.
Chatham's 1800s Christmas: From Soirees to Shopping
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
Why Some Couples Choose to Spend Christmas Separately
Forget the holiday movie script. Nine couples and relationship experts reveal why spending Christmas apart can be a sign of a strong, healthy relationship. Read their stories.
Suspect in deadly Taiwan knife attack planned for a year
Taiwan police reveal suspect behind deadly Taipei knife attack planned it meticulously for over a year. Details on the investigation and public safety response.
Calgary's Servus Tube Park opens despite frigid temps
WinSport's Servus Tube Park opened Saturday, braving -30C windchill. The 8-lane park is open weekends until March and daily over Christmas holidays, offering easy winter fun for Calgary families.
Rubio on U.S. balancing Japan alliance and China ties
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserts America can maintain its strong alliance with Japan while productively engaging with China, despite recent tensions over Taiwan. Read the latest on this diplomatic balancing act.
3 killed in Taipei subway knife and smoke bomb attacks
A violent attack at two Taipei subway stations left three dead and five injured. The suspect, a 27-year-old wanted for evading military service, is also deceased. Authorities confirm it was a deliberate act.
3 dead in Taiwan knife attack, suspect falls to death
A deadly knife attack in Taipei, Taiwan, left three people dead on December 19, 2025. The suspect later fell to his death from a department store. Police have cordoned off the scene.
Taiwan launches WTO complaint over Canadian steel tariffs
Taiwan has initiated a formal complaint at the World Trade Organization challenging Canada's steel tariffs. The move escalates a significant trade dispute between the two economies.
Federal outsourcing hits $26.1B despite cuts promise
Federal Budget 2025 projects a 37% surge in spending on private consultants, contradicting Liberal election pledges to reduce reliance on outsourcing. Analysis reveals a troubling shift away from public service expertise.
U.S. $10B+ Arms Sale to Taiwan Announced
The U.S. has approved a major arms sale to Taiwan valued over US$10 billion, a move certain to escalate tensions with China. Get the details on the deal and its geopolitical implications.
Barrie Public Library's new branch approved for Letitia Heights
Barrie Public Library's story grows as council approves a new branch in Letitia Heights, enhancing community access to resources and services. Learn about the plans and key figures involved.
Government Rejects Call to Measure Public Service Productivity
The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Leaked Plan Suggests Full-Time Office Return for Federal Workers
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
Federal workers over $150K up 96% in 5 years
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Budget 2025: Opportunity for Canada's Public Servants
Analysis: The public service transformation outlined in Budget 2025 presents challenges but also significant opportunities for federal workers. Learn how to navigate the coming changes.
New Public Dashboard Shows Drug-Use Data via Wastewater
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.
Choosing a Solitary Christmas: An Introvert's Holiday Peace
An educator and artist shares her cherished tradition of spending Christmas Day in solitude, exploring the societal pressure to be social and the joy found in quiet reflection. Discover why she chooses peace over parties.
27,000+ Canadian Public Servants Earn Over $150K
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
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