Legault calls Dubé's resignation a 'difficult blow'
Quebec Premier François Legault describes the resignation of a key minister as 'another difficult blow to take.' Get the full details on this political shift in Quebec.
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Iranian Boxer Faces Imminent Execution, Rights Groups Warn
Rights groups raise alarm as Iranian boxer Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani, sentenced to death as a political prisoner, faces imminent execution. Learn the details of his case and the international response.
Sonia Bélanger to replace Christian Dubé as Quebec health minister
Premier François Legault appoints Sonia Bélanger as Quebec's next health minister following the resignation of Christian Dubé, who called the new doctor deal a step back. Read the latest.
Trump suspends visa lottery after Brown University shooting
President Trump suspends the diversity visa lottery program following revelations the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings entered the U.S. through it. Details on the policy shift and the case.
German man guilty of drugging, raping wife for years
A German court finds Fernando P. guilty of repeatedly drugging and raping his wife, secretly filming the assaults. The verdict highlights severe domestic abuse and covert recording crimes.
7th Arrest in Huntsville Home Invasion, Suspects Still Free
OPP confirm a seventh arrest in a violent Huntsville-area home invasion, but multiple suspects remain at large. Police continue their investigation and urge public vigilance.
Historical Sex Assault Charges in Port Colborne After-School Program
Niagara police have laid historical sexual assault charges against a man who worked at a Port Colborne after-school program. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Protests in Dhaka after activist's death sparks newspaper office storming
Protesters in Dhaka stormed the offices of leading Bangladeshi newspapers following the death of activist Sharif Osman Hadi in Singapore. The December 19, 2025, demonstration highlights ongoing political tensions.
Deadline Looms for Release of Epstein Investigation Files
The U.S. Justice Department is under a court-ordered deadline to release documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking probe. This follows a long legal battle for transparency.
Trump Suspends Green Card Lottery After Shooting Suspect Entry
President Trump suspends the U.S. green card lottery program following revelations the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings entered the country through it. Details on the policy shift and investigation.
Trump's Reiner Death Post Sparks Outrage, Experts Analyze
Donald Trump's controversial Truth Social post blaming Rob Reiner's death on 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' ignites debate. Experts explain the psychology of political hostility and online dehumanization in Canada and beyond.
Shots fired in Longueuil, police investigating incident
Longueuil police are investigating a shooting on Rouville Street. Authorities responded to reports of gunfire on December 18, 2025. No further details are available at this time.
Family renews call for help in search for missing Ontario skier
The family of Liam Toman, a 22-year-old Ontario man missing since a ski trip to Mont-Tremblant in February 2025, is urgently appealing for new information as the search continues.
Sarnia police seize $410K cocaine, guns in Project Bullpen
Sarnia police seized firearms, cash, and $410,000 worth of cocaine in Project Bullpen, leading to 37 charges. Details on the major drug bust.
Hong Kong mourns firefighter killed in city's deadliest fire
Hong Kong held a funeral for firefighter Ho Wai-ho, who died battling the Wang Fuk Court fire, the city's deadliest in decades. The tragedy has sparked a city-wide outpouring of grief and respect.
Muslims Against Antisemitism Call for Canadian Action
Raheel Raza calls on spiritually-awakened Muslims to join the fight against antisemitism following the Bondi Beach attack. She demands concrete measures in Canada to combat rising hate.
Quebec Liberals in crisis after Rodriguez resigns
With Pablo Rodriguez's sudden resignation, the Quebec Liberal Party faces a leadership vacuum just months before a pivotal election. The party's ability to unite and present a strong federalist alternative is now the key to preventing a potential PQ-led s
Canada Must Act to Prevent a Bondi-Style Massacre
Following the Bondi Beach attack, Avi Benlolo warns Canada faces similar threats. The government must safeguard Jewish communities from rising antisemitism and violence.
Alberta Court Exempts Lawyer from Monarchy Oath
The Alberta Court of Appeal has ruled a lawyer need not swear allegiance to the monarch, citing religious freedom. The decision redefines the legal oath's meaning in Canada.
Canada's Duty to Correct Indigenous Dispossession
Chief Kelly LaRocca argues Canada must move beyond symbolic gestures to address the cumulative policies that dispossessed Indigenous peoples. Read her call for tangible action.
Toronto Transit Violence Up 160%, Safety Crisis Deepens
Reported assaults on Toronto transit have surged 160% since 2015. Councillor Brad Bradford urges Mayor Chow to address the safety crisis as riders lose trust.
Rise of State Capitalism in North America Won't Work
Jack Mintz argues the sharp rise of state capitalism in Canada and the U.S. in 2025 is a dangerous departure from tradition that will fail. Read the analysis.
Snow Clearing Deal for Lachine Canal Paths in Montreal
Montreal's Sud-Ouest borough signs a two-year pact with Parks Canada to clear snow from 5 km of Lachine Canal paths, boosting winter access for cyclists and pedestrians. Learn about the new winter mobility plan.
Pablo Rodriguez resigns as Quebec Liberal leader
Pablo Rodriguez steps down as Quebec Liberal leader amid controversy. Analysts see an opportunity for the party to regroup before the critical 2026 provincial election. Read the full analysis.
Putin: Russia's military goals in Ukraine will be achieved
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his annual news conference to assert that the Kremlin's military objectives in Ukraine will be met. Get the latest on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Davies: NDP must break out of Ottawa bubble to rebuild
Interim NDP leader Don Davies urges the party to reconnect with Canadians outside the capital to rebuild support. Analysis of the path forward for the New Democrats.
Report: Hundreds of CBSA misconduct cases in 2024-25
A new report details hundreds of founded misconduct cases involving Canada Border Services Agency employees in 2024-25, raising serious integrity concerns. Read the full findings.
What's open and closed in Ottawa over the holidays
Plan your festive season in Ottawa with our detailed guide to city services, transit schedules, and facility hours for Christmas and New Year's 2025.
Redwood Meadows fire hall damaged in Wednesday evening blaze
Fire crews scrambled to save the Redwood Meadows Magnusson Memorial Fire Hall as flames engulfed the back section. No injuries reported in the emotional incident.
Brown University shooting suspect found dead
Providence police confirm the suspect in the Brown University shooting was found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Get the latest details on the investigation.
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