As Lethbridge residents found unique ways to welcome 2026, a flurry of national stories unfolded, from Olympic team selections and weather alerts to new laws and health recalls. Get the full New Year's Eve recap.
In his New Year's Eve address, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine is 90% towards a peace agreement with Russia but warns the final 10% involves critical, unresolved security and territorial issues. Read the full analysis.
U.S. intelligence assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Vladimir Putin residence in a recent drone strike, contrary to Kremlin claims. Get the latest details on the escalating security situation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky tells citizens they are close to a peace agreement. Read his full New Year's Eve message and analysis of the ongoing conflict.
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his annual New Year's address to rally troops in Ukraine, framing the war as an existential struggle. The speech follows alleged drone attacks and claims of battlefield gains. Read the latest on the nearly four-year c
Downtown Windsor is set for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration to welcome 2026. Get details on events, safety tips from police, and how to plan your night.
Calgary is set to host a wide array of New Year's Eve events to ring in 2026. Discover the city's plans for a memorable celebration.
New York's Times Square reveals its largest-ever crystal ball for the 2026 New Year's Eve celebration, featuring new technology and dazzling lights. Discover the details of this iconic tradition.
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted national technological achievements and reaffirmed the commitment to Taiwan reunification in his New Year's Eve address. Read the full analysis.
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year's address to declare Russia's victory in Ukraine is inevitable. Read the full statement and international context.
New Zealand's Auckland launched 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. Meanwhile, Canadians across the country celebrated New Year's Eve with local events and weather challenges. Read more about the global welcome to 2026.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Waterloo Region and Guelph with our guide to celebrations, events, and festivities for December 31, 2025. Find the perfect way to welcome 2026.
Plan your New Year's in Winnipeg with our complete guide to city services, transit, and business hours for December 31 and January 1. Find out what's open and closed.
Discover the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Edmonton for 2025. From family-friendly events to festive gatherings, plan your perfect night to welcome 2026.
Russia claims Ukraine targeted President Putin's residence with drones, vowing retaliation. The allegation, dismissed by Kyiv, threatens fragile peace talks. Read the latest.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of targeting his home with drones, vowing to reconsider peace agreements. Zelenskyy dismisses it as a 'new lie,' complicating Trump's diplomatic push.
Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of targeting his home with drones, vowing to revise Russia's negotiating stance. Zelenskyy calls it a 'new lie' as Trump's peace efforts face fresh hurdles. Read the latest.
Russia claims Ukraine targeted Vladimir Putin's residence. Kyiv dismisses the allegation as a 'lie'. Tensions escalate amid ongoing conflict.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Winnipeg with our guide to official fireworks displays. Get times and locations to ring in 2026 with a bang!
Discover family fireworks, all-night dance parties, and unique cabaret shows to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 across Windsor and Essex County. Plan your perfect night.
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
President Donald Trump described a 'very productive' call with Russia's Vladimir Putin ahead of a critical meeting with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago. The talks come amid intensified Russian bombardment and diplomatic efforts.
Former President Donald Trump reports a productive call with Vladimir Putin before engaging with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Florida. Get the latest details on the diplomatic discussions.
Communities across Canada's Maritime provinces are preparing early New Year's Eve fireworks and countdowns to welcome 2026. Get details on the festive plans.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's New Year message to Vladimir Putin highlights their alliance forged in conflict. Explore the implications for global security and Canada's foreign policy stance.
American researchers have identified a probable location in Belarus for a new Russian nuclear-capable missile system, raising regional security concerns. Read the full analysis.
A Moscow court has sentenced left-wing activist Sergei Udaltsov to six years in prison. The pro-war critic was convicted on charges of justifying terrorism. Read the details of this significant political case.
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a Christmas greeting to former U.S. President Donald Trump, the Kremlin confirmed. Get the details on this diplomatic exchange.
Canadian singer Michael Bublé's emotional performance for Pope Leo XIV underscores the timeless power of Schubert's 'Ave Maria,' marking its 200th anniversary. Discover the story behind the hymn and the concert with Rome's poor.
Moscow views the 20-point U.S.-Ukraine peace proposal as a starting point for talks, demanding stricter limits on Kyiv's military and guarantees on NATO. Get the latest on the stalled negotiations.