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EU Condemns U.S. Travel Bans in Digital Sovereignty Clash

The EU threatens swift action after the U.S. barred five Europeans, including ex-commissioner Thierry Breton, over alleged censorship pressure on tech firms. Read the latest on the transatlantic digital policy rift.

U.S. Bars Europeans for Alleged Censorship Pressure

The U.S. State Department has banned five European activists and officials, accusing them of leading campaigns to pressure American tech platforms into censoring U.S. viewpoints. Details on the policy and reactions.

Project Gaslight member sentenced, faces deportation

Parminder Singh, the last conspirator in the Project Gaslight extortion case, receives a 7.5-year sentence for shooting at a home with an officer inside. His lawyer confirms likely deportation. Read the full details.

Digital ID Sparks Privacy Fears Amid Global Push

As governments push for mandatory digital IDs, privacy advocates warn of a slippery slope towards totalitarian surveillance. Learn the risks and what you can do to protect your data.

Man charged in Abbotsford extortion shooting

Gursewak Singh, 22, faces charges after a reckless, public shooting at an Abbotsford business on Dec. 17. Police seek information as the suspect remains in custody.

FBI charges man for threats against B.C. resident

An Indian national in California faces federal charges for allegedly threatening a Langley, B.C. resident in a case linked to an Indian gang. The FBI and RCMP collaborated on the cross-border investigation.

B.C. extortion suspect arrested in California

A suspect linked to an extortion case in British Columbia has been arrested and formally charged in California. Get the latest details on this cross-border investigation.

45 Extortion Cases Probed by OPP in Caledon Area

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating over 45 extortion cases linked to shootings in Caledon and Dufferin County, targeting the South-Asian community. Police urge victims to come forward.

UFC Champ Topuria Alleges Extortion, Delays Fight

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria reveals an alleged extortion plot involving false domestic abuse claims as the reason for his absence. Get the full story on the shocking allegations.

MNA Calls for Inquiry on Crime's Grip on Quebec Bars

Liberal MNA Jennifer Maccarone calls for a parliamentary commission after a wave of shootings and arson targeting Quebec bars and restaurants, citing a 'culture of fear' and disbanded police committees.

B.C. extortion probe: 5 deported, 96 investigated

Canadian immigration officials deport 5 individuals and investigate 96 others linked to extortion schemes targeting B.C. business owners. Get the latest updates on this major security operation.

Man arrested in India for Surrey café shootings

Delhi police arrest Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon, accused of orchestrating three shootings at Surrey's Kap's Cafe. The suspect fled Canada after police crackdown on extortion rings targeting South Asian businesses.

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