In a significant diplomatic move, the foreign ministers of Iran and the United Kingdom engaged in rare direct communication. This contact marks a potential shift in bilateral relations during a period of heightened global instability.
Following the Bondi shooting, an Australian state announces tougher laws to prohibit the display of extremist flags. Details on the proposed legislation and its implications.
Israeli shelling strikes a shelter in Gaza, killing six Palestinians. The attack on December 19, 2025, deepens the humanitarian crisis as mourners gather at Shifa Hospital.
Brazil's President Lula da Silva issues a stark warning against military intervention in Venezuela, highlighting the risk of a massive humanitarian disaster. Read his full statement.
Queens District RCMP is seeking the public's help to locate 46-year-old Shaun Clarence Cunningham, wanted on a provincewide arrest warrant. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Windsor Fire and Rescue Services responded to a residential fire on the 600 block of Chatham Street East Saturday morning. Get the latest details on the emergency response.
French police shot and killed a man armed with a knife in Corsica after he threatened bystanders. The incident occurred on December 20, 2025. Read the full details.
Alberta's Health Minister and the province's new permanent Chief Medical Officer of Health aim to strengthen their working relationship. Get the latest on this key development for public health.
Matthew de Grood, found not criminally responsible for killing five at a Calgary house party, has been granted more freedoms by the Alberta Review Board. Read the latest on his case.
A man from Digby, Nova Scotia, has been arrested as part of an ongoing RCMP drug trafficking investigation. Get the latest details on the police operation.
Jordan confirms its air force participated in U.S.-led strikes against Islamic State targets in Syria on December 20, 2025. Details on the joint operation.
Five Essex County fire departments receive $255,712 in provincial funding for safety upgrades, focusing on reducing cancer risks for firefighters. Learn about the equipment and impact.
Following the deadly mass shooting at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration, Australia's PM pledges unity and tougher hate crime legislation. Read about the national response.
At 30, Chawathil First Nation Chief Aaron Pete is captivating a national audience by seeking common ground on polarizing issues like Indigenous rights, housing, and climate through his popular podcast and Substack.
Two single mothers in Surrey reveal how school programs like Wraparound and Adopt-A-School provide essential food and support, as their incomes fall far short of rent and living expenses. A fundraiser aims to raise $25,000.
After nearly a decade, a Washington state cold case unit has secured a conviction for the 2016 murder of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation carver George David. Discover how justice was finally served.
An Ontario Registered Massage Therapist reports a disturbing case of identity theft, where a woman allegedly impersonated her to practice illegally for months. Police are investigating.
Peel Regional Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Mississauga that left one man dead. The homicide unit has taken over the case. Get the latest details.
Kevin Goodings admitted to second-degree murder in the brutal killing of his mother, Anita Goodings, 83, in Leamington. Sentencing is set for January.
A Russian missile attack on Odesa, Ukraine, killed eight people on December 20, 2025, coinciding with U.S.-hosted peace talks with a Kremlin envoy. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
A Pakistani court has sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to 17 years in prison in a corruption case. The verdict adds to the legal challenges facing the ousted leader.
President Donald Trump announces 'Freedom 250' celebrations for America's 250th anniversary, featuring UFC fights and 'Patriot Games,' drawing immediate online comparisons to dystopian fiction.
A Niagara police officer was shot, prompting an ongoing standoff in Welland. Residents on Plymouth Road are under a shelter-in-place order as the situation continues.
A man in his 20s was stabbed in Downtown Toronto on December 20, 2025. Police are searching for three outstanding suspects. Get the latest details on the investigation.
With less than a year until the next Quebec election, Premier François Legault's CAQ, the struggling Liberals, and the surging PQ face major decisions. Will a leadership change or policy shift alter the political landscape?
A man was seriously injured in a stabbing in Downtown Toronto. Police are searching for three outstanding suspects. Get the latest details on the investigation.
An Ontario Registered Massage Therapist reports a woman impersonated her to practice massage therapy illegally for months. Police are investigating the unsettling case of identity theft and public safety risk.
Erika Kirk takes over Turning Point USA, aiming to attract young women with a traditionalist message. Experts and data reveal a significant political gender divide, casting doubt on her appeal to a generation prioritizing financial independence.
Official Languages Minister Marc Miller calls Quebec Premier François Legault's criticism 'over the top' and discusses federal unpreparedness for a potential sovereignty referendum. Read the full interview details.
From Trump's threats to Carney's rise and Montreal's new mayor, 2025 reshaped Canada. A look at the year's political shocks, transit woes, and healthcare battles that taught a hard lesson in uncertainty.