Lapu Lapu Day survivors struggle as donations fade, costs rise
Survivors of the Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day attack face soaring costs for therapy and care. With community donations running out, families fight for survival. Read their ongoing story.
Survivors of the Vancouver Lapu Lapu Day attack face soaring costs for therapy and care. With community donations running out, families fight for survival. Read their ongoing story.
Albertans could face multiple, conflicting citizen-led referendum petitions in 2026, including on separation, creating a confusing political landscape. Get the details on the key players and questions.
RCMP and the National Police Federation have issued responses to recommendations for creating a provincial police force in Alberta. Read the latest on this significant policing proposal.
A violent knife attack outside Paramaribo, Suriname, has left at least nine people dead, according to police. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Following a deadly stabbing and car-ramming spree in northern Israel, Israeli forces impose a full siege on the Palestinian town of Qabatiya. Two killed, two wounded in the attack.
A massive Russian missile and drone attack hit Kyiv on December 27, 2025, killing one person and wounding many. The assault comes just before critical Ukraine-U.S. negotiations.
Alberta will hold a province-wide referendum on separation from Canada in 2026. Premier Danielle Smith's political balancing act faces its ultimate challenge as the UCP navigates deep internal divisions.
A Palestinian assailant carried out a series of ramming and stabbing attacks in northern Israel, killing two and wounding two before being neutralized. Read the latest details.
Israeli police report a Palestinian man killed two people in a combined car-ramming and stabbing assault. Get the latest details on this developing incident.
A violent attack involving a knife and a chemical agent at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Japan leaves at least 15 people injured. Get the latest details on the incident.
A suicide attack at a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, on Christmas Day killed five people and wounded more than 30. The blast highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese has announced a bravery award for civilians who intervened in a December antisemitic attack in Bondi. Learn about the heroes and the official recognition.
A new food market in Okotoks, Alberta, is championing local producers by sourcing every single product from within the province. Discover how this initiative supports Alberta's economy and farmers.
A major winter storm with extreme cold and hazardous road conditions is impacting most of Alberta on Christmas Eve, creating significant travel disruptions. Stay informed and plan accordingly.
A total of 26 Alberta politicians are now subject to citizen-led recall petitions, with three new petitions issued. The movement reflects growing public engagement in provincial accountability.
Elections Alberta approves recall petitions against an Edmonton-area NDP MLA and two UCP MLAs, bringing the total to 26 MLAs facing potential recall. Learn the reasons and deadlines.
Three new recall petitions have been issued in Alberta, bringing the total to 26. The latest efforts target MLAs as political activity continues under the province's recall legislation.
Elections Alberta has approved a proposed referendum question on provincial independence. The Alberta Prosperity Project now must gather nearly 178,000 signatures to proceed.
A Croatian court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison for a knife attack at an elementary school in Zagreb that killed a 7-year-old girl and wounded six others. Read the full details of the tragic case.
The Alberta Next panel's call for referendums on a provincial pension and police force could revive unpopular debates, risking the UCP's electoral standing. Read the analysis.
A massive Russian drone and missile assault struck Ukraine on December 23, 2025, killing at least three people and causing widespread power outages. Read the latest details on the escalating conflict.
The Alberta legislature has approved a proposed referendum question on provincial separation. This historic move sets the stage for a pivotal vote on Alberta's future within Canada.
A dog in Alberta has died from Avian Influenza, the provincial SPCA confirmed. This rare case raises concerns about cross-species transmission. Learn the facts and safety measures.
Australia observed a national moment of silence and vigils one week after the antisemitic terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Bondi Beach that killed 15 people. Read about the commemorations and the ongoing response.
Thousands gathered at Sydney's Bondi Beach for a National Day of Reflection, honouring victims of the December 14 antisemitic attack. The ceremony marks a week of national mourning in Australia.
A violent attack at two Taipei subway stations left three dead and five injured. The suspect, a 27-year-old wanted for evading military service, is also deceased. Authorities confirm it was a deliberate act.
A panel chaired by Premier Danielle Smith recommends Alberta hold referendums in 2026 on a provincial pension plan, immigration control, and constitutional changes. Learn the key findings.
An Alberta government panel recommends a public referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan. Premier Danielle Smith's government considers the move. Learn the details and implications.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith confirms a provincial referendum in October 2026 will include a vote on gaining more control over immigration, citing federal mismanagement and strong public support.
The Alberta government is consulting with distillers to create a legal definition for 'Alberta whisky,' aiming to build a premium global brand and grow the local spirits industry. Learn about the proposed Alberta Whisky Act.