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Alberta separation petition struck down as judge sides with First Nations
An Alberta judge has thrown out a separatist petition, saying the province failed to consult First Nations before allowing the process to move…
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Third probe underway after nearly 600 people accessed Alberta voter database
A third investigation has been launched into a major privacy breach involving an Alberta separatist group and the personal information of nearly three…
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Prime Minister Carney appoints Louise Arbour as Canada’s next governor general
OTTAWA — Citing a changing and uncertain world, Prime Minister Mark Carney has named Louise Arbour as Canada’s next governor general. Speaking in…
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Trump says Iran hasn’t faced enough consequences as he looks at a new peace plan.
Donald Trump said he will review a new peace plan from Iran but doubts it will work, saying Iran hasn’t faced enough consequences.…
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Canada’s spring budget forecasts economic growth alongside a declining deficit.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a smaller budget deficit than expected, helped by rising oil prices and a strong economy despite…
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Canada–U.S. advisory council features former premiers, past Conservative leader
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a new Canada–U.S. advisory council as the countries prepare to review their trade deal this…
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Trump says Iran blockade will “remain in full force” despite Strait of Hormuz reopening
Beirut — Iran says it has reopened the Strait of Hormuz to commercial ships, but it is still controlling which vessels can pass.…
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The Liberal government is considering a ban on social media access for minors as part of what it describes as a key component of its broader online safety strategy.
OTTAWA — Federal Heritage Minister Marc Miller says banning social media for minors could be part of the Liberals’ plan to improve online…
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U.S. President Donald Trump unveils 50% tariffs on countries supplying Iran with weapons
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that countries supplying weapons to Iran will face a 50% tariff on all goods sent to the…
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Donald Trump dismisses Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general
Donald Trump removed Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general on Thursday after growing frustration with her performance, including her handling of files tied…