North Korea's Kim touts new rocket launchers' power
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected new rocket launchers, claiming they can 'annihilate the enemy.' The state media release comes amid ongoing regional tensions. Read the latest details.
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Canada West Bank delegation blocked, organizers seek sanctions
Organizers of a Canadian delegation barred from entering the West Bank by Israel are urging Ottawa to impose steeper sanctions. Umair Ashraf of The Canadian-Muslim Vote spoke on Parliament Hill.
Billionaire loses appeal to lift Canadian sanctions
Igor Makarov, a billionaire former Russian oligarch, has failed to convince a Canadian court to lift sanctions freezing $145 million in assets. The court cited his deep ties to Russia's gas sector and dealings with Vladimir Putin.
Ex-Russian oligarch loses appeal on Canadian sanctions
A Canadian appeal court has dismissed billionaire Igor Makarov's bid to lift sanctions, freezing $145M in assets linked to Russia's energy sector and Putin ties. Read the full ruling.
South Korea's L&F slashes value of Tesla battery material deal
South Korean firm L&F has significantly reduced the value of its battery material supply contract with Tesla. Explore the details and potential impacts on the EV supply chain.
Hyundai Unable to Buy Back Russian Factory: Reuters
A Reuters source confirms Hyundai Motor cannot repurchase its former Russian plant, citing the ongoing war in Ukraine. Explore the implications for the automaker's global strategy.
S. Korea's Climate Pledge Clashes with U.S. LNG Push
South Korea's commitment to phase out coal and slash emissions faces a diplomatic challenge as the United States pressures allies to buy more liquefied natural gas. The conflict highlights the complex geopolitics of global energy transitions.
North Korea Test-Fires Long-Range Cruise Missiles
North Korea has conducted a test launch of long-range cruise missiles, according to state media reports. The test underscores ongoing regional tensions and weapons development.
Kim Jong Un stresses 'shared bloodshed' in New Year message to Putin
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.
China sanctions U.S. defence firms over Taiwan arms sales
China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defence companies and 10 executives in response to major arms sales to Taiwan, escalating tensions. Details on the targeted firms and the political fallout.
China Sanctions U.S. Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 executives, including Anduril and Boeing, in response to a major arms package for Taiwan. Tensions escalate as China freezes assets and bans business dealings.
North Korea's Kim orders missile production increase for 2026
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed a significant ramp-up in missile manufacturing, state media reports. This move signals continued defiance of international sanctions and escalating regional tensions.
UK campaigner sues Trump administration over US sanctions
A British technology campaigner has launched a legal challenge against the U.S. Trump administration's sanctions policy. The lawsuit, filed on December 25, 2025, highlights ongoing international tensions over tech and trade regulations.
North Korea Shows Progress on Nuclear Submarine
North Korea's state media has released images showing apparent progress in constructing a nuclear-powered submarine, raising international security concerns. Read the latest analysis.
North Bay man charged with impaired driving after crash
A 58-year-old North Bay man faces multiple charges, including impaired driving and failing to stop, after a collision at a major intersection. Get the latest details on the incident.
EU Warns of Action After US Bars 5 Europeans
The European Union threatens possible measures after the United States bars entry to five European officials accused of enabling censorship. Tensions rise over digital rights and sovereignty.
South Korea passes law with heavy fines for false information
South Korea's parliament has approved a bill allowing heavy punitive damages for publishing false information, raising concerns over press freedom and censorship. Learn the details and implications.
EU's $105B Ukraine Deal Amid Trump's Sanctions Shift
The EU's watered-down $105 billion aid plan for Ukraine reveals a fractured front, while signals from the Trump White House suggest a dramatic pivot in U.S. policy towards Russia and its allies.
NORAD Tracks Santa for 68th Year from North Bay
For the 68th consecutive year, NORAD is ready to track Santa's Christmas Eve journey. The 22 Wing/CFB North Bay crew in Northern Ontario is on standby to monitor his approach to Canada.
U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tankers Amid Rising Tensions
As U.S. forces intercept Venezuelan oil shipments, experts debate Washington's true motives: oil, regime change, or a geopolitical struggle with Russia and China?
Man Charged with Attempted Murder in North Bay
North Bay Police have arrested a Southern Ontario man on attempted murder charges following a December 19th shooting near Seymour St. and Highway 11/17. Get the latest details.
Amazon blocks 1,800 North Korean job applicants
Amazon confirms it blocked over 1,800 job applications from North Korea in 2025, highlighting corporate efforts to enforce international sanctions. Learn about the compliance measures.
'Made in Korea' Series on Disney+ Gets Early Season 2 Renewal
The Disney+ drama 'Made in Korea,' starring Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung, revisits 1970s South Korea with a bold narrative. Premiering Dec. 24, it's part of a global surge in Korean storytelling.
Union blasts province over North Bay hospital job cuts
Healthcare workers and union members rallied in North Bay, calling on the Ontario government to reverse planned job cuts at the North Bay Regional Health Centre.
Pedestrian Hit by Snowplow in North Bay, Highway 11 Closed
A 28-year-old pedestrian suffered life-altering injuries in a crash with a snowplow on Highway 11 in North Bay. The highway has since reopened following an OPP investigation. Get the latest details.
U.S. Boards More Tankers in Venezuela Oil Blockade
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.
U.S. seizes second tanker off Venezuela, escalating blockade
The U.S. has interdicted a second vessel off Venezuela, enforcing President Trump's declared blockade of sanctioned oil tankers. This move disrupts global crude flows and heightens regional tensions.
U.S. Seizes Second Tanker in Venezuelan Waters
U.S. forces intercept another sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating Trump's blockade. The move disrupts global crude flows and risks pushing oil prices higher. Get the latest details.
North Bay Shooting: One Hospitalized, Police Investigate
North Bay OPP are investigating an overnight shooting near Seymour St. that left one person injured. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
U.S. Congress Permanently Ends Sanctions on Syria
The U.S. Congress has voted to permanently repeal the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, a bipartisan move hailed as a decisive step for reconstruction. Learn about the implications for the war-torn nation.
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