Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
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Freed Gaza Hostage Reveals Sexual Assault Ordeal
Exclusive testimony from a recently freed Israeli hostage details systematic sexual violence and brutal conditions during 55 days of Hamas captivity, sparking international condemnation.
Canadian Universities Face Financial Collapse
Canadian universities face an existential threat as international student caps and declining revenues create a perfect storm. Discover how institutions are fighting to survive and what it means for students.
Tanzanian student identified among hostage remains from Gaza
Israeli authorities confirm the identity of a Tanzanian student among hostage remains returned from Gaza, as international pressure mounts for further releases.
Hamas transfers additional hostage remains to Israel
Israeli military confirms Hamas has transferred additional human remains believed to be those of a hostage, as fragile negotiations continue in the Gaza conflict.
Barrie addresses Milligan's Pond encampment with coordinated action
The City of Barrie is implementing a comprehensive strategy to address the growing encampment at Milligan's Pond, balancing community safety concerns with support services for vulnerable residents.
Israel Recovers Hostage Soldier's Body from Gaza
Israeli forces have recovered the remains of a soldier taken hostage by Hamas during the October 7th attacks, as military operations continue in Gaza's southern city of Rafah.
Cambridge Clears Homeless Encampment Over Safety Concerns
City crews removed a homeless encampment at Cambridge's 150 Main Street, citing fire hazards and public safety risks. The operation highlights ongoing tensions between municipal enforcement and vulnerable populations.
Israel Recovers Hostage's Body from Gaza
Israeli military confirms recovery of 47-year-old hostage's remains from Khan Younis as ceasefire negotiations continue amid escalating tensions.
Israel Recovers Hostage's Remains from Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces confirm recovery of 47-year-old hostage Elad Katzir's remains from Khan Younis, as intelligence suggests he was killed months earlier by Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation
As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.
Toronto non-profit sounds alarm on domestic violence funding crisis
A York Region organization supporting intimate partner violence survivors demands sustainable government funding as sector faces critical shortages and rising demand.
Peru cuts diplomatic ties with Mexico over asylum dispute
Peru makes dramatic diplomatic move, cutting relations with Mexico over asylum granted to former president Pedro Castillo's prime minister amid ongoing political turmoil.
Toronto Readers Sound Off on Healthcare, Housing & Hockey
Toronto residents voice strong opinions on pressing local issues including healthcare wait times, affordable housing solutions, and the Maple Leafs' performance in this week's compelling letters to the editor.
Edmonton Council Prioritizes Winter Shelter Expansion
Edmonton's freshly sworn-in city council takes immediate action to address winter homelessness crisis by prioritizing shelter capacity expansion as temperatures drop.
MP Fights for Generational Farmers in Land Dispute Crisis
A heated parliamentary debate erupts as a federal MP defends Ontario farmers fighting to protect their family legacy against a controversial land claim that threatens to erase generations of agricultural heritage.
Winnipeg Plastic Surgery Clinic Abruptly Closes
A Winnipeg woman shares her shocking story after her plastic surgery clinic suddenly shut down, leaving her without post-operative care and raising serious concerns about patient safety in Canada's private healthcare sector.
Israel Military Scandal: Top Lawyer Resigns, Vanishes, Jailed
Israel's military establishment faces unprecedented scandal as its chief prosecutor abruptly resigns, vanishes, and lands in jail - exposing deep tensions over judicial reforms.
Quebec doctors fleeing to Ontario over health bill
Medical professionals are leaving Quebec's Outaouais region in droves following Bill 15 implementation, creating a healthcare crisis that's pushing doctors across the river to Ontario for better working conditions.
Canadian Forestry, Steel Workers Demand Urgent Government Action
United Steelworkers union demands immediate intervention from Canadian government as forestry and steel sectors face unprecedented crisis threatening thousands of jobs across multiple provinces.
158 BC drug deaths in September 2025: coroner
British Columbia's toxic drug supply continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with 158 deaths reported in September 2025. New data reveals the devastating human cost of the ongoing public health emergency.
Toronto Transit Chaos: TTC and GO Face System Meltdown
Frustrated Toronto commuters endure nightmare transit conditions as TTC and GO Transit experience simultaneous service meltdowns during peak travel times.
Canada's Painkiller Shortage Extends Into New Year
Critical shortages of hydromorphone and other essential pain medications continue to plague Canadian pharmacies, leaving patients scrambling as supply chain issues persist.
BC records 158 toxic drug deaths in September
British Columbia's drug toxicity crisis continues to claim lives at an alarming rate, with new coroner data revealing 158 deaths in September and over 2,000 fatalities so far in 2024.
Trump Breaks Silence on Prince Andrew Epstein Scandal
Former President Donald Trump breaks silence on Prince Andrew's Jeffrey Epstein connection, revealing shocking insights about the royal scandal that continues to haunt Buckingham Palace.
1.2M Ontarians travel 30+ km for family doctor
Shocking new study reveals millions of Ontarians face lengthy commutes for basic medical care, highlighting the province's growing healthcare accessibility crisis.
Famine Spreads to Two New Regions in Sudan
Global hunger monitor confirms famine has spread to two additional areas of Sudan, with millions facing starvation amid ongoing conflict and aid blockades.
Poilievre vs Carney: Clash for Youth Vote
Discover how Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney are using vastly different approaches to connect with young Canadians facing economic uncertainty.
Trump: Maduro's Days Numbered, No Venezuela War Plans
Former U.S. President Donald Trump signals strong opposition to Nicolás Maduro's regime while emphasizing diplomatic pressure over military intervention in Venezuela's political crisis.
Canada's Prison Crisis: Beyond Bail Reform
Canada's correctional system faces a humanitarian crisis with overcrowded prisons, mental health emergencies, and soaring inmate deaths. Experts reveal why focusing solely on bail reform misses the bigger picture.
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