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Category : Politics
Spain Grants Residency to Hundreds of Thousands of Migrants
In a significant policy shift, Spain is moving to integrate migrants by granting residency and work permits, offering hope amid global hostility toward immigration.
Venezuela Amnesty Bill Could Free Political Prisoners
Venezuela's acting president announces an amnesty bill that may lead to the mass release of political prisoners, marking a significant shift in the nation's judicial landscape.
Canada-Wide Strike Hits Schools, Stores Over Trump Immigration
A coordinated national strike in Canada has led to school and business closures as demonstrators protest U.S. immigration policies under former President Trump, highlighting cross-border solidarity.
Partisan Intervention Undermines Alberta Referendum Integrity
Analysis of how Alberta's provincial government has weakened democratic processes through legislation and partisan control over referendums and citizen initiatives.
Minister: 'Canada is not Minnesota' on Immigration
A Canadian minister has drawn a sharp distinction between Canada's immigration policies and recent U.S. enforcement actions, emphasizing a different national approach amid protests.
ICE Says Immigrant Broke Skull on Wall, Raising Questions
U.S. immigration authorities allege an immigrant shattered his skull by running into a wall, as Canada's minister distances the country from U.S. enforcement actions.
Canada to Track Exits of Temporary Residents
Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab is pushing for a new system to monitor when temporary residents leave Canada, aiming to improve immigration data and policy accuracy.
Hydro-Québec Failure Fuels Debate on Quebec Sovereignty
A Montreal resident's power outage experience during extreme cold becomes a lens to examine Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon's independence rhetoric and recent controversial convention speech.
Alberta Separatist-U.S. Meetings Fuel Treason Debate
Edmonton Journal letters question whether Alberta separatists' meetings with U.S. State Department officials constitute treason, while criticizing UCP values and calling for Poilievre's resignation.
Ottawa Readers Share Views on Transit and Taxes
Six Ottawa citizens express opinions on OC Transpo's reliability and the societal value of taxation in letters to the editor, highlighting local concerns.
Charles Milliard's Mission to Fix Quebec Liberal Party
Charles Milliard, the sole candidate for Quebec Liberal Party leadership, discusses his eight-month plan to rebuild trust and present a credible alternative ahead of October's provincial election.
Milliard Meets Rizqy in Bid to Rebuild Quebec Liberals
Quebec Liberal Party leadership candidate Charles Milliard reveals he recently met with exiled MNA Marwah Rizqy as part of efforts to reunite the fractured party ahead of March leadership vote.
Canada's New Global Role Under Carney's Leadership
Prime Minister Mark Carney's powerful Davos address has repositioned Canada as a leading voice in global diplomacy, challenging traditional perceptions of the nation as passive and reshaping international dynamics.
Harper Portrait Unveiled 20 Years After Conservative Win
Stephen Harper's official portrait joins Parliament's collection, marking 20 years since he led Conservatives to power. Artist Phil Richards describes Harper as 'personable, funny, and an excellent writer' during their collaboration.
Ciano: Carney's Davos Speech Exposes Canadian Hypocrisy
Richard Ciano analyzes Prime Minister Mark Carney's Davos address, comparing Canada's governance to Havel's greengrocer parable and highlighting contradictions in Crown allegiance, reconciliation, and climate policies.
Harper's Economic Record Outshone Carney's Leadership
A retrospective analysis of Stephen Harper's first eight months as prime minister reveals decisive economic actions that contrasted with Mark Carney's tenure, focusing on rapid budget implementation and fiscal reforms.
Ontario Driver Gets 2 Years for Fatal Red Light Crash
A Markham woman has been sentenced to two years in jail and a 15-year driving ban for running a red light at 80 km/h, causing a crash that killed a 75-year-old woman in 2023.
Harper's Legacy of Sound Finance, Diplomacy Undone: Flanagan
Tom Flanagan assesses Stephen Harper's 20-year legacy, arguing his achievements in federal relations, U.S. diplomacy, and economic management have been reversed by subsequent Liberal governments.
Canada's MAID Example Impacts UK Euthanasia Legislation
The UK House of Lords delays assisted suicide legislation, with Canada's MAID system cited as a cautionary example in debates. The bill faces over 1,000 amendments amid concerns.
Canadian Army's Arctic Vehicle Replacement Plan
The Canadian Army's DAME project aims to replace aging BV-206 vehicles with new tracked carriers for Arctic operations by 2032, with procurement details emerging.
MAID Policy Debate: Institutional Failures in Canada
A critical examination of Canada's Medical Assistance in Dying policies reveals how systemic failures in healthcare and social services compromise true autonomy.
Poilievre Wins 87.4% Support at Calgary Tory Convention
Conservative delegates in Calgary delivered a resounding 87.4% vote of confidence for leader Pierre Poilievre, as the party looks ahead to future elections.
Trump Nominates Brett Matsumoto to Lead Labor Statistics Bureau
President Trump nominates career economist Brett Matsumoto as BLS commissioner, following the controversial firing of the previous chief amid disputes over jobs data.
Alberta Separatism Debate Heats Up Among Political Leaders
Alberta separatism emerges as a contentious topic at Conservative convention, with Premier Danielle Smith acknowledging frustrations while opposition demands anti-separatist pledges.
Woman Dead After Assault at Mississauga Plaza
A woman in her 50s has died following a violent assault at a plaza in Mississauga near Dundas Street East and Dixie Road. Police are investigating the incident that occurred on January 30, 2026.
Poilievre: Liberals Fuel Separatist Movements in Canada
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accuses federal Liberal governments of endangering national unity by fostering economic despair and disrespecting provincial rights, sparking renewed separatist activity in Quebec and Alberta.
Nationwide Strikes Protest Trump Immigration Crackdown
Protests erupted across the U.S. with strikes and walkouts opposing Trump administration immigration tactics following recent controversial deaths involving federal agents.
Nathan Chasing Horse Convicted on Sexual Assault Charges
Former 'Dances With Wolves' actor Nathan Chasing Horse has been found guilty of sexual assault by a Las Vegas jury, marking a significant legal outcome in a high-profile case.
Canadian Soldier Dies on NATO Deployment in Latvia
Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, a Canadian Armed Forces member from Hamilton, died while serving on Operation Reassurance in Latvia. The circumstances are under investigation.
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