A levee failure near Clear Lake, Washington, has prompted mandatory evacuations in three south Seattle suburbs following a week of heavy rain. A teen rescued his brother and neighbors by boat.
An Edmonton resident argues for mandatory parking in infill housing, criticizing the city's 'Open Option Parking' plan. The debate highlights urban density challenges and resident frustrations.
Manitoba's official opposition calls for a mandatory standard of care for children with type-1 diabetes in schools. Parents in Winnipeg are advocating for provincial support for younger students.
The mandatory winter tire deadline in Quebec is now in effect. Drivers caught with summer tires risk fines. Learn the rules and how to stay safe on the roads.
Swiss voters have decisively rejected proposals for mandatory national service for women and a new inheritance tax. Learn how this shapes gender equality debates in Switzerland and beyond.
Data reveals Canadian courts frequently issued sentences below mandatory minimums for child sexual abuse material possession. Read the shocking findings.
Canada's Supreme Court eliminated mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography, prompting conservative calls for the notwithstanding clause and sparking debate about judicial overreach.
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announces legislation to restore mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession after Supreme Court ruling. New bill expected by year-end.
A former fentanyl addict credits involuntary treatment with saving his life, as Canada debates implementing similar programs to address the opioid crisis.
Warren Steinley condemns the SCC's 5-4 decision striking down mandatory minimums for child sexual abuse material possession. Read why Conservatives are demanding action.
Quebec's language commissioner calls for compulsory integration pathway requiring immigrants to participate in French-language activities. Learn how this plan aims to strengthen social cohesion.
University of Alberta professor warns mandatory screening tests are creating unnecessary stress for young students while raising concerns about data collection and educational effectiveness.
Canada's Immigration Minister Sean Fraser firmly dismisses employing the constitutional override to challenge a court decision striking down mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offenses.
The Canadian government rules out invoking the controversial notwithstanding clause to restore mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offenses, sparking debate over judicial discretion and child protection.
Nova Scotia's Justice Minister Brad Johns condemns Supreme Court decision eliminating mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession, calling it 'deeply concerning' for victims.
Alberta and Saskatchewan premiers are pushing the federal government to use the notwithstanding clause to reinstate mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offences after Supreme Court ruling.
Nova Scotia's justice minister declares the province will intervene as opposing party in landmark case challenging mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography possession.
A controversial Supreme Court decision declaring mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography unconstitutional has ignited firestorm across Canada, raising serious questions about judicial accountability.
Massive demonstration by ultra-Orthodox community brings Israeli capital to standstill in historic protest against mandatory military service requirements.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre pledges to invoke the Constitution's notwithstanding clause to reverse a controversial Supreme Court decision striking down mandatory minimum sentences for child pornography offences.
Tens of thousands of Haredi Jews flooded Jerusalem streets in one of the largest protests against mandatory military service, creating a dramatic standoff with Israeli authorities.