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Third-party investigation launched into Halifax Water finances

Halifax Water has initiated an independent, third-party investigation following serious allegations of financial irregularities within the utility. The probe, announced in December 2025, aims to ensure transparency and accountability for Nova Scotia ratep

Ex-CDC Chief Slams Hepatitis B Vaccine Policy Change

Former CDC head Tom Frieden criticizes a vaccine advisory panel's vote to end universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns, calling it a dangerous mistake. Learn why experts are urging healthcare providers to ignore the new guidance.

Montreal Mayor's Mandate Letters Outline Key Priorities

Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada has issued mandate letters to her executive committee, detailing plans to tackle Montreal's housing crisis, traffic, homelessness, and even food truck promotion. Discover the administration's roadmap.

Supreme Court Case Threatens Independent Agencies

The Supreme Court is set to rule in Trump v. Slaughter, a case that could overturn an 89-year-old precedent and grant presidents sweeping power to fire officials at independent agencies like the FTC and Federal Reserve. Explore the profound implications f

U.S. Panel Votes to Delay Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine

A federal vaccine committee, now led by skeptics, voted to halt guidance for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination. Public health experts warn this could lead to thousands of preventable infections and dangerous confusion.

EU probes Meta for blocking AI rivals on WhatsApp

The European Union has initiated a formal antitrust investigation into Meta, examining whether its plans to restrict AI competitors' access to WhatsApp data violate competition rules. The probe, announced December 4, 2025, could have major implications fo

FBI Arrests Suspect in 2021 Capitol Pipe Bomb Case

The FBI has arrested a suspect linked to pipe bombs placed at the DNC and RNC on Jan. 5, 2021. The devices were viable and the investigation involved over 1,000 interviews. Read the latest.

Stellantis contradicts gov't on contract redactions

Stellantis claims the Canadian government, not the company, insisted on redacting a multimillion-dollar agreement provided to MPs, contradicting official testimony. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly now pledges to release the full document.

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